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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…
34 Best Things to do in Tijuana
A visit to Tijuana makes for an excellent day trip. The city is famous for its wild nightlife. It’s also packed full of Mexican culture. In recent years, Tijuana has…
Single Speed Vs Fixed Gear Bike: Pros and Cons
From the outside, single speed and fixed gear bikes look identical. They both have one chainring and one rear cog, meaning they have one speed. All fixed gear bikes are…
The Best Folding Bike for Touring: Pros and Cons
Folding bike touring is becoming an increasingly popular niche in bicycle touring. The best folding bikes for touring offer a number of unique advantages over traditional touring bikes. They are…
How to Travel from Tijuana to Mexicali by Bus and Car
Traveling from Tijuana to Mexicali is pretty straightforward. The two cities sit 115 miles apart (185 km). Travel time is about 2.5-3.5 hours. This guide explains how to travel from…
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