Two of the most comfortable types of bikes are hybrids and cruisers. Hybrids are designed for a mix of on-road and off-road riding. Cruisers are made for casual riding on flat surfaces. These are both considered comfort bikes. The best type of bike for you depends on where you plan to ride, the terrain, the …
Bikes and Cycling
Key Takeaways: E-Bike Range An e-bike can have a range of anywhere from 20-100+ miles (32-260 km). Most modern e-bikes have a range of 30-50 miles (48-80 km). Lower-end e-bikes might have a range of just 15-20 miles (24-32 km). An e-bike with a large battery or dual batteries might have a range of over …
Electric bikes have become increasingly popular in the past decade. Before buying an e-bike, you may be wondering, are electric bikes safe? The answer is yes. Electric bikes are perfectly safe if you take some basic precautions to avoid battery fires while charging, learn how to ride properly, and wear the right safety gear to …
When it comes to bicycle wheels, you have two main options. This guide lists the pros and cons of 700c Vs 26 inch bicycle wheels to help you decide which size to go with on your next touring bike or commuter. I will also outline a few other common wheel sizes including 29er and 650b. …
Recumbent bike designs vary widely. This guide outlines all of the different types of recumbent bikes available to help you choose the best one for your style of riding. In this guide, I explain the benefits and drawbacks of long wheelbase vs short wheelbase recumbents as well as under seat steering vs over seat steering. …
A growing trend in cycling is the oval chainring (also known as an elliptical chainring). These chainrings have an oval shape instead of being round like traditional chainrings. Oval chainrings can improve your pedaling efficiency by reducing dead spots in your pedal stroke. They make climbing easier. They may also reduce stress on your knees. …
You can tour on pretty much any bike. That said, some bikes are better suited for long-distance fully loaded riding than others. This guide explains how to choose a touring bike. In this guide, I’ll outline all of the different features and components to look for. I’ll cover frame design, gearing, wheels, brakes, handlebars, tires, …
Are you thinking about switching from a traditional rack and panniers setup to bikepacking bags? After some extensive research and testing with both types of luggage, I put together this bikepacking bags vs panniers pros and cons list to help you decide which to go with on your next tour. This guide analyzes the volume …
When buying new bicycle tires, one decision you’ll have to make is whether to go with folding tires or wire bead tires. Wire bead tires contain a thin steel wire in the bead built into the tire. Folding bike tires have a kevlar bead. The bead is the part of the tire that touches the rim. …
When the snow starts falling, the streets become icy and dangerous for cyclists. Studded bike tires give you enough traction and control to ride safely and confidently during the winter months. Whether or not you need studded tires depends on the climate and weather conditions you ride in. This guide lists the pros and cons …