The definition of “Long” (when it comes to bike rides) is based on the individual view of what is long enough. For one cyclist, 20 miles can be long but for another 60 miles might not be. However, on average, a 60 miles ride can be classified to be a long-distance bike ride. This is …
Is 60 Miles a Long Bike Ride? (Solved!) + How to Prepare! Read More »
The unfortunate part of any bike accident is that there is almost always some damage to your bike. If you manage to get away with a few minor scrapes, consider yourself lucky! However, if you are involved in a head-on collision with a tree, car, or fellow bike rider, it can leave you with a …
Can You Fix a Bent Fork on a Bike? (Solved!) + How to Do It Read More »
Cycling with a single brake or without properly working brakes can be hazardous to the rider and other road users. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or new to the biking world, you must take time to learn everything about your bike brakes. There are tons of questions surrounding bike brakes. Do you need the …
Is It Safe to Cycle with One Brake? (Quick Guide!) Read More »
Although the main purpose of bike racks are transporting, commuting, and touring making it easy to carry groceries, bags, baskets, loads, laptops, etc from one location to another, you might have seen people sitting on them. Racks are quite strong, but can they hold a person? Can bike racks be used to carry passengers from …
Can a Bike Rack Hold a Person? (What You Should Know!) Read More »
You can go anywhere and you’ll riders of all ages, from kids with training wheels to advanced riders on the road or on trails. They are all kitted out on beautiful slick bikes and it seems like it is a very accepting community. But, if you are a heavier rider it can be a daunting …
Are Fat Tire Bikes Better for Heavy Riders? (Quick Guide!) Read More »
For many reasons, bicycle manufacturers often use a standard size chart to decide the average human size for crank lengths. This average size is 170mm- 175mm for most cranks. Many people consider switching to 165mm cranks because the length of a bicycle’s crank arm affects the rider’s comfortability and peddling efficiency. Choosing the right crank …
Why Are 165mm Cranks Hard to Find? (4 Reasons!) + More Read More »
