Bikes and Cycling Gear

When the snow starts falling, the streets become icy and dangerous for cyclists. Studded bike tires give you enough traction to ride safely and confidently during the winter months. Whether or not…

Fat bikes are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to mountain bikes for off-road riding and bikepacking. They are fun, unique, and allow you to ride places that no other bike can go,…

Cycling in the rain isn’t the most pleasant experience but sometimes you have no choice. Maybe you’re a commuter and your bicycle is your only mode of transportation. Maybe you got caught…

For years, 700c has been the default wheel size for gravel bikes, touring bikes, mountain bikes, and cyclocross bikes. Recently, there has been a resurgence in the popularity of an old French…

When it comes to securing your bike’s grips in place on your handlebars, there are two different attachment systems to choose from. This guide outlines the pros and cons of lock on…

The frame is arguably the most important component of the bicycle. Without it, you just have a pile of parts. When it comes to choosing a frame, one of the most important…

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 road riders.…

Thru axles are becoming increasingly popular these days. Over the past 10 years, they have pretty much become the standard on mountain bikes. Now, more and more touring and road bike manufacturers…

Tubeless tires are becoming increasingly popular in cycling. Particularly on mountain bikes and touring bikes. This guide outlines the pros and cons of tube vs tubeless bike tires to help you decide…

Handlebar grips play a major role in your bike’s comfort and handling. After all, they are one of only three places that your body makes contact with the bike. Your grips affect…