What Is A Narrow Wide Chainring, And What Does It Do?
I know for a fact that conventional chainrings have narrow teeth that fit between the spaces of inner chain links. These narrow teeth are the standard for chainrings, so I wondered what a narrow-wide chainring was the first time I encountered it. It turns out that the...
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...
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...
Why Do Cyclist Shave Their Legs and How Long to Grow Back?
It is common for cyclists to shave off all their leg hair. While some remove leg hair for aesthetic reasons, this is not the only reason why bikers opt to get rid of their leg hair. For one, shaving a cyclist’s leg hair is a long-going tradition. So, even if some...
The 13 Best Youth Mountain Biking Programs and Activities For Kids
Did you know that introducing your kids to mountain biking can give them a life-long hobby? Well, that is if you enroll your child in the best youth mountain biking program to hone their skills and confidence. If you are not sure where to start, here are 10 of the...
Raleigh Mountain Bikes Reviews You Need to Read (3 Models)
No one can deny that Raleigh is one of the most popular brands for mountain bikes. From kids to adult MTBs, this brand has suitable mountain bikes for all ages and genders. But with all the choices available, some cyclists find it a little challenging to choose the...