Can a Bike Be Left in the Rain?

Can a Bike Be Left in the Rain?

I get it – you spent good $$ on a decent bike and get to college or your apartment in the city and discover you’ve got to store your bike – outside in the rain.  Will the rain screw up your bike? Overtime – yes, but with some care and creativity the damage won’t...

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Can A Bike Pump Inflate A Car Tire?

Can A Bike Pump Inflate A Car Tire?

Maintaining proper car tire pressure is critical in improving how you drive your vehicle. Good tire pressure ensures that your car or bike will move smoothly throughout your ride. On top of that, it is also crucial to maintain safety. But what if one of your tires...

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What Does Tubeless Ready Mean (And Why It Matters)

What Does Tubeless Ready Mean (And Why It Matters)

Have you ever strayed into a bike shop and noticed that there are both tubed tires and tubeless? I went in looking for a new MTB and saw all these new bike sales tags boasting tubeless. But what is tubeless? What does it mean to use MTBers, and why does it matter?...

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Does the Brand of Inner Tube Matter? (2023 Edition)

Does the Brand of Inner Tube Matter? (2023 Edition)

I've been biking for as long as I can remember, so I've seen my fair share of inner tubes. Changing a flat on my bike, a friend's bike, or a kid's bike, whatever the case, I always seem to be the one to volunteer assistance. After the years, I've realized that most...

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Are All Bike Inner Tubes The Same?

Are All Bike Inner Tubes The Same?

Choosing a bike inner tube is an easy process, or at least, that's what I thought until I went to a bike pro shop and saw that I was mistaken. In fact, I was floored. There was a whole rack of tubes with more than just size differences - there were differences I...

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Which Inner Tubes Are Best to Avoid Punctures?

Which Inner Tubes Are Best to Avoid Punctures?

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 tubes to avoid...

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