Bike Crank Arms Explained – What It Is and Important Things to Know
Mountain bike crank arms are an integral component in the drive assembly on your bicycle. However, there’s more to these machined components than just the transfer of power. Bike crankarms transfer your pedaling power by connecting the pedal to the bottom bracket and...
Which Brand Is Better, Mongoose or Schwinn
Mongoose and Schwinn are both well-known bike brands, as you likely already know. However, do you know which brand is better, Mongoose or Schwinn? Although equally well-known name brands, Mongoose and Schwinn are not entirely on par with each other. Mongoose is known...
Wondering What Derailleur Hanger You Need? (Look No Further)
If there’s one part on my bike that I took for granted in my first year of mountain biking, it was my derailleur hanger. The problem I had was that my bike was a Frankenstein model, a mix-match of various parts and components. I built the bike out of spare parts, and...
9 Universal Mountain Bike Pedals You Need to See
Okay, let’s get one thing straight - bicycle pedals for your mountain bike are not entirely universal. However, they do come in a standard set of sizes, so finding the right one for your bike won’t be too difficult. I’ve collected information on 9 universal mountain...
12 Reasons Why Mountain Bike Shoes Are The Best
Whether riding clipless or flat pedal, mountain bike shoes on your feet are the best option. However, if you’re anything like me, then you’re asking why mountain bike shoes are the best; why not just use a pair of regular comfortable running shoes? Mountain bike shoes...
When To Bleed Mountain Bike Brakes (and Why)
You likely enjoy riding at speed. I know when I ride, I like to ride fast, and sometimes that means I need to brake quickly too. However, when to bleed mountain bike brakes was something I wanted to know, as I had never run with them before. Hydraulic braking systems...
DIY Mountain Bike Tune Up (Complete Guide)
It’s spring! The sky is blue (for five minutes), the trails are dry (sort of) and it’s time to wake your mountain bike from its long winter’s nap. But, just like you can’t jump from a winter on the couch and ride 20 miles, neither can your mountain bike! So how do you...
How Much Does it Cost to Replace a Mountain Bike Rear Derailleur?
There are a lot of things you take for granted about how a mountain bike works, things you don’t even notice or appreciate until something goes wrong. Take the rear derailleur, for example. How many of us casual, recreational mountain bikers think about our rear...
Can I Put 27.5-inch Wheels on a 26-inch Wheel MTB?
Upgrading an existing mountain bike can be tricky, especially if you’re trying to figure out if you can put 27.5-inch wheels on a 26-inch wheel MTB. Are all forks and frames the exact clearance? Are they universal for this upgraded wheel diameter? Let’s find out. You...