Smaller cassettes are lighter and have tighter gear spacing which is why they are usually preferred and more commonly seen. There are also different sizes among smaller cassettes so it may be hard to choose the best one for your bike even when you know you need a smaller cassette. We’ll be making this decision …
Can I Put a Smaller Cassette on My Bike? (Explained!) Read More »
Compact cranksets are road bike cranks that come with smaller chainrings that make pedaling easier.There are many benefits of this crankset over the others. We’ll be discussing these benefits in this article and also mention the downsides of using them. Most importantly, we’ll be answering the question that is foremost on your mind. Do pros …
Over time, bike riders always try to find a way to make riding an easy and pleasurable experience, not a struggle. That is why discussions about the effect of a bicycle’s crankset weight have always been a matter of interest to bike riders. The crankset processes a majority of the energy needed to power a …
Does Crank Weight Really Matter? What Nobody Tells You! Read More »
Cranksets come with specific chainring sizes so you know what you’re getting when you buy a standard, compact, or semi-compact crankset. This however doesn’t mean you need to stick to these chainrings forever. You can modify your cranksets and combine chainring sizes from different crankset types to suit your needs. In this article, we’ll be …
Can You Run 53/36, 52/34, 53/34 Chainrings? (Pros & Cons) Read More »
To have seamless rides you’ve got to know how to choose the right crankset because cranks come in different chainring sizes and crank arm lengths, and not all will be a good fit for your bike or the terrain you’ll be riding in. In this article, we’ll be talking specifically about the 52/36 cranksets; what …
Is a 52 36 Crankset Good? (Helpful Explanation!) + Comparisons Read More »
Chainrings play a vital role in the setup of your bike. Whether single, double, or triple chainrings, they have their uses and are suitable for different terrains. Chainrings come in different sizes that are used for different purposes on diverse bikes. Not all of these sizes will come with your bike, but that doesn’t mean …
Can I Change the Chainring Size? (Helpful Guide!) Read More »
