What are V-Brakes on a Bike? (How do they Work?)
I’m in the process of fixing an older Huffy Mountain Bike. Someone had put it out at the curb for trash pickup. Lots of stuff is wrong with it, so I’m going to fix it up and document the journey calling it the “Huffy Resurrection” The v brakes are in bad...
Mountain Bike Sunglasses: A Complete Guide to Selecting the Best
On the mountain bike, few people ever really discuss the importance of finding the perfect pair of glasses. That is because your ideal set of glasses are easily forgotten, they blend into your face and easily become a standard part of your riding routine. Your...
How To Identify Mongoose Bikes (With 3 Easy To Follow Tips)
Identifying Mongoose bikes is a question many cycling enthusiasts often ask when planning to purchase such a bike. Mongoose bikes are top-rated due to their excellent performance, thanks to their manufacturer, BMX. What is even more popular are vintage Mongoose bikes,...
What is a Lockout Fork on a Mountain Bike: Why it’s Nice!
When I heard that I could use a Lockout to stop my front suspension from compressing with ease, my first question was… Why do rigid bikes even exist then? This article is to help explain what the purpose of a lockout fork is and why you might want one. What is a...
The Best Mongoose Bikes You Need to Try Riding
What is the best Mongoose bike? If you are familiar with the brand Mongoose, you probably know how excellent the mountain bikes they manufacture are. With so many bike models the company has produced, you probably wonder what the best ones are (I know, I was wondering...
The Best GoPro for Mountain Biking (With 5 Tips for Mounting)
Finding the best GoPro for mountain biking in your particular style can be a daunting task. You will barely see a cyclist who does not have an action camera mounted on their helmet or the bike itself. However, with many choices now available in the market, finding the...
Is Schwinn Still a Good Bike? I Find Out!
Is Schwinn still a good bike? Many people ask this question when they are planning to get a new bicycle. The reason is that Schwinn is an old and trusted brand, dating all the way back to 1895. Despite being around for years, Schwinn managed to maintain its quality....
What Are Mongoose Bikes Good For?
Mongoose bikes are divided into different types based on their functions. People usually want different performances from their bikes, allowing Mongoose bike manufacturers to produce different variations of bikes for different needs. Mongoose bikes are best known for...
Are Mountain Bike Helmets Different? We Find Out.
Any big bike store will have a large variety of bike helmets depending on their primary intent. It can be confusing when you look at all the different types, shapes, colors, and features of different bike helmets. How are mountain bike helmets different from road...