If you have read any of my other articles you would know I am pretty adamant about bikes being a utilitarian machine. The reason I say that so much and why I believe is because I believe anyone is capable of maintaining their own bicycles and I am going to give you a few tips … Read more
Rust is a bicycle enemy! It silently eats away at the parts. Especially in places where you cannot reach. You may notice bubbling paint, and blistering, squeaky noises. This means you have got rust! Now there is no need to panic! We can work together to get that rust off of your bike. Rust Removal … Read more
A bike’s tires and chain are something that will need to be replaced very often. However, if you wait too long to replace a bike’s chain then it could badly affect the bike’s overall life. The drivetrain’s lifespan will be affected and then the cost to replace all of those components could be a lot. … Read more
Good old grease! No matter how much you rub it, there is no getting it out of your clothes! And if you are new to the whole bicycle maintenance gig, chances are, you forgot to change clothes before you began. Didn’t you? Now who wants to waste a good set of pants or shorts? How … Read more
Vintage bicycles have been an interesting subject for collectors and bicycle enthusiasts. And rightly so because these bicycles are the forefathers of the bicycles as we know them today. High-wheel bikes, safety bicycles, balloon-tire bicycles, and Vintage bikes from the 19th century (before World War II) have been the center of attention of many collectors. … Read more
A bicycle requires maintenance to keep running. One maintenance check you’ll be doing a lot is checking the tire pressure. Usually, the recommended PSI for your tire is printed on the side wall of the tire. PSI stands for Pound Per Square Inch, it is the scientific measuring unit for tire pressure. However, for road … Read more
No matter what kind of cyclist you are, beginner or professional, you are bound to deal with squeaky brakes sooner or later, it is a rite of passage, there is no avoiding it. Although this might seem like a problem, it is not, many of these problems can be fixed from the comfort of your … Read more
Brakes are an essential part of your bike that ensures that you always have a safe ride. That is why you must take care of them regularly, regular maintenance of the bike will surely add more years to its lifespan. Adjusting and tightening brakes is easy if you are considerate about some steps. There are … Read more
Spokes are the thin rods that you see between your wheel and the rim. Their basic function is to hold the wheel in shape. And while going through this, they do withstand the highest stress. Although, bike spokes are not delicate. But that does not make them indestructible! They might break which can cause a … Read more
Casual and Professional Cyclists must possess the necessary skill to remove and change their bike pedals, it could be needed at any moment…
Tune Ups are very necessary for your bike, they keep your trusty iron steed from wearing out! Once you start keeping them…
Tune Ups are very necessary for your bike, they keep your trusty iron steed from wearing out! Once you start keeping them in top shape…
Did you know that adjusting your brakes is very crucial for a safe ride? Regularly maintaining your bike is very necessary…
Riding A Bike Is Easy, Maintaining It Isn’t! There are several things that you need to look out for in a bike…