Complete Guide to 6-Speed Bike Gears
Bikes can be tricky to get your head around and one of the most confusing aspects of bikes are the gears. Today, we’re going to … Read more
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Unscrewing Bicycle Pedals: Which One is Reverse Threaded?
We’ve all been there – you have something with a thread like a screw, nut, bolt, or even a faucet tap – you’re trying to … Read more
Bike Dropouts: What Are They And Why Do You Need Them?
You might have heard about bike dropouts in conversation. If so, you might be mistaken for thinking that these are twenty-somethings who’ve abandoned their college … Read more
Why Do My Bicycle Tires Go Flat Over Time? (What’s The Solution?)
If you’ve ever had the experience of getting on your bike for a long-overdue cycle…and finding that your tires have gone flat, even though there’s … Read more
7 Speed Bike Gears Explained
If you’ve got a 7-speed bike (or you’re thinking of getting one) then you might be wondering what exactly ‘7 speed’ means for bicycle gears. … Read more
What is a Groupset on a Bike?
Heard the word ‘groupset’ in cycling conversation? Nodded along sagely whilst thinking, “What in the world does THAT mean?!”? Well, don’t worry. You’re not alone. … Read more
What is a Torque Sensor on an ebike?
Confused by ebike jargon? You’re not alone. If you’re perplexed by the words used in electric bike specifications, then you’ve come to the right place. … Read more
Which Cog is Gear 1 on a Bike? (Understanding Your Bicycle)
Back in the day, I had a bike with 3 gears. On the twist grip gear shifter, these were helpfully labelled 1, 2 and 3. … Read more
7 Different Types of Bike Handlebars (Understanding Your Bicycle)
Something that seems as simple as a bicycle handlebar, can actually be incredibly confusing. There are multiple different types of bike handlebars. Some work great … Read more
21 Speed Bike Gears Explained (Understanding Your Bicycle)
Sure, everyone knows what “21 speed gears” means on a bike… right? Well, maybe not. Bicycles, and especially gear systems, can be quite perplexing. With … Read more
