I discovered the surprisingly simple art of cutting and installing bike cables. Gone are the days when I’d nervously haul my bike to the local pro for every little tweak, worried I’d botch the cable length. Now, armed with the right know-how and tools,...
If you usually fix your bike at home, you probably know what bike cone wrenches are. Bicycle assembly and adjustment are usually manageable using one standard tool, such as an open-ended wrench. However, some parts require special tools to adjust or fix them. A cone...
Our choice of tires plays a significant role in the overall comfort of our bike tires. I prefer tubeless bike tires for more traction and pinch flat prevention. But one question I often get from fellow bikers who want to go tubeless is, “can I put a tube in a...
Ever heard of a folding bike tire? Sounds pretty nifty, right? Usually, if you want to bring a spare tire on a mountain biking trip, you’re stuck carrying it by hand – not exactly convenient since these tires aren’t exactly pocket-sized. But imagine this:...
When you’re out on a ride, the last thing you want to deal with is a flat. However, with so many choices, it’s challenging to determine what inner tubes are best to avoid punctures. That is, which is best without sacrificing ride quality. The best inner...
