How Long To Bike 20 Miles (Bonus Calculate For Any Distance)
Biking at an average speed of 12.8 miles per hour it will take 94 minutes or 1 hour and 34 minutes to travel 20 miles. Wondering how to compute this yourself? READ BELOW How long does it take to bike 20 miles? Long-distance cycling is popular among professionals and...
Why Don’t Bikes Have Chain Guards (Stop Greasy Pants)
You might have considered a chain guard, depending on how hard you ride. But are they worth the added weight, or are they more of a vanity accessory? Most modern mountain bikes have eliminated chain guards because the bike design and pursuit of weight savings...
How Many Speeds Is My Bike? (MTBs And More)
So many department store bikes are sold with a description of the number of “SPEEDS” the bike has. In biking more gears (AKA speeds) isn’t necessarily a better thing. That’s why you’ve found this article to get a fast definition of the speeds of a bike....
How Do Presta Valves Work?
How do Presta valves work? Bikes have different types of valves, and one of the most common is a Presta valve. While every biker knows that the valve allows air into the tire's tube, this type of valve works a little more complicated (not to fret, I'll explain). A...
Do Bike Pedals Require A Pedal Wrench?
I always need help to loosen up my pedals during bike maintenance. I try using the tools available in my garage during bike maintenance. Still, none can provide the force to release my pedals from the crank threads. So, I bought a pedal wrench hoping it would do the...
How To Clean Rusty Bike Spokes (Fast and Shiny)
Exposing your bike to moisture and humidity is inevitable. There is always a good chance for rust to develop, especially if you are not adequately taking care of your bike spokes. For this reason, you must be aware of the proper rust removal and cleaning process. What...
The Skinny Tire Mountain Bike (Explained)
While most mountain bikes are designed for going off-road and aren’t designed for speed, some mountain bikes have been designed specifically for racing on the road and other flat surfaces, including the skinny tire mountain bike. But what is it? And what advantages...
Is Specialized a Good Bike Brand? Find Out!
Is Specialized a good bike brand? The best way to answer this question is to breakdown the factors that go into a great bike brand. Specialized has been in the industry for decades with a mission of “Made for riders, by riders.” With a focus on improvement...
How Good Are Trek Mountain Bikes? Let’s Put Them to the Test
If you ask me, Trek is one of those brands that comes to mind when talking about mountain bikes. Riders wanting a top-notch mountain bike, will analyze and research to find out whether Trek is an excellent choice or not. On top of that, knowing how Trek manufactures...