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Do I Need a Bike Mirror? Pros and Cons
Like helmets, bike mirrors are somewhat controversial. Many cyclists think mirrors are useless and goofy looking. Others never ride without a mirror. This guide answers the question, do I need…
Pedal Assist Vs Throttle Ebike: Pros and Cons
One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make when choosing an ebike is whether you want to go with a pedal assist (pedelec) or throttle-controlled model. These systems…
Frame Vs Frameless Backpack: Pros and Cons
When choosing a hiking backpack, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is whether to go with a framed or frameless model. The backpack you choose determines…
Internal Vs External Frame Backpacks: Pros and Cons
In the past, external framed backpacks were the standard. These days, spotting one on the trail is a rare occurrence. Over the past 30 years, sleek, lightweight, and modern internal…
32 Vs 36 Spoke Wheels for Mountain Biking, Touring, and Commuting
Until the early 80s pretty much all bikes came with 36 spoke wheels front and rear. Over the years, spoke counts decreased to the current standard of 32 spokes per…
Are Brompton Bikes Worth It? Pros and Cons
Folding bikes are becoming increasingly popular. Particularly among commuters living in large urban areas. One of the most popular folding bikes is the Brompton. It offers a compact fold, beautiful…
Hydraulic Vs Mechanical Disc Brakes
At this point, disc brakes have pretty much replaced rim brakes across all categories of cycling. In the early 2000s, they became standard in mountain biking. The last holdouts were…
Ebike Torque Vs Cadence Sensor Pedal Assist: Pros and Cons
Ebikes use pedal assist sensors to tell the motor when to engage, when to disengage, and how much power to supply. You don’t need to use a throttle on to…
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