There are chances that your cables need to be changed because of wear, cracks, and fraying. It is necessary to protect the cables from the sun, moisture, mud, etc., and make them last longer. And for this, you need cable housing. While you can always buy new cable housing to replace the old one, you …
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The first sign of stiffness and other issues in your brake is if your brake lever is too loose or too tight. An easy way to know that your brake lever is too tight or loose is by squeeze testing the lever. If you can barely squeeze the lever, the cable is too tight and …
Why Is My Bike Brake Stiff? (Solved!) + How to Fix It Read More »
This is always going to be an open-ended question, as there are no set guidelines that specify what your fixie should have a standard weight. The general misconception is that fixes weigh less than their multi-geared counterparts, but this isn’t always the case. The thing to remember is that the parts on your fixie are …
How Much Do Fixies Weigh? Explained! (With Light Options) Read More »
You definitely know the importance of inspecting and changing your shifter cables regularly. They have to be in good condition always to aid frictionless riding. Shifter cables are very essential on your bike because they connect the shifters on your handlebars to the derailleurs. They also help your shifters to control the gears on your …
Are All Shifter Cables the Same? (EASY Explanation) Read More »
Converting bicycles have been the in-thing for a while now. Usual bicycles are now being converted to electronic bicycles, multiple geared ones are also being changed to fixed-gear bicycles and vice versa. What’s more is that while a majority are opting for fixed gear bikes, there’s also a clamor for road bikes. Because although a …
Can You Convert a Fixie into a Road Bike? (Helpful Guide!) Read More »
Constant use can lead your bike cables to get weared, frayed, or damaged. Bike cables also become rusted when not properly stored or maintained. When this happens, it is necessary to fix them as soon as possible, to avoid accidents that can arise from braking and shifting problems. In this article, we’ll be discussing how …
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