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When choosing bike wheels, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is which material to go with. Bike wheels are made from either aluminum or carbon fiber. Upgrading from aluminum wheels to premium carbon wheels can reduce weight, increase speed, and improve the overall performance of any bike. There are some drawbacks. …

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One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make when choosing an ebike is whether you want to go with a mid-drive or hub motor design. Mid-drive motors are located in the center of the frame, between the peddles and applies power through the chain. Hub drive motors are built into one of the …

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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, like deep snow and loose sand. This guide outlines the pros and cons of riding a fat bike vs mountain bike to help …

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For years, 700c has been the default wheel size for gravel bikes, touring bikes, mountain bikes, and adventure bikes. Recently, there has been a resurgence in the popularity of a smaller wheel size called 650b. Many manufacturers are introducing bikes designed around 650b wheels. Some cyclists are swapping their 700c wheels for 650b. Many gravel …

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When it comes to choosing a bike frame, one of the most important considerations is the material it is made of. This guide outlines the pros and cons of carbon vs aluminum bike frames to help you choose which material is better for your next bike. We’ll compare the weight, durability, handling, efficiency, comfort, cost, …

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In 2012, Sram introduced the first off-the-shelf 1x drivetrain. In the years since, 1x drivetrains have increased in popularity to the point that the majority of all new mountain bikes, adventure bikes, and gravel bikes come with them standard. Some road cyclists are even switching to 1x. That said, most manufacturers still offer 2x and …

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When it comes to bicycle handlebars, you have two main choices. This list outlines all of the pros and cons of drop bars vs flat bars to help you decide which style to go with for your next bike. I’ll cover comfort, efficiency, aerodynamics, hand positions, climbing ability, and more. I’ll also outline a few …

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Belt drivetrains are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to chain drives on bicycles. Particularly among commuters and bicycle tourists. Belts are clean, low maintenance, and long-lasting. Of course, there are some drawbacks to consider. This guide outlines the pros and cons of belt drive vs chain drive bikes. In this guide, I’ll cover performance, efficiency, …

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Thru axles are becoming increasingly popular these days. Over the past 10 years, they have pretty much become the standard on mountain bikes. Now, they’re even becoming common on road bikes and touring bikes. After some research and testing, I created this thru axle vs quick release guide to help you decide which axle style …

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