The chain and drivetrain of your bike are the parts most exposed to moisture, dirt, dust, debris, grit, grime, and several other nasty things that can significantly shorten their lifespan and performance. If you don’t clean and lubricate your bike chain regularly, you will be facing problems such as increased wear, chain links becoming inflexible, … Read more
Just like every vehicle you have ever owned, a bike requires its fair share of maintenance. But you’d be surprised at how long you can prolong the lifespan of your bike components (and of the bike itself) if you clean and lubricate them regularly. This review analyzes several lubricants to find the best bike chain … Read more
Every bike has been there – you’re enjoying a nice, sunny day out taking a ride on your bike and then the chain gives and you’re basically cycling in place. It’s a huge inconvenience to every biker, especially if you are far from home and don’t have any tools on you that would help replace … Read more
A bike chain is a combination of several links that are being held together by pins. The role of a bike chain is to turn the power that you generate with your pedals into actual movement. It transmits this power from your pedals to your freewheel/cassette and helps you reach your destination. The most common … Read more
People are often aware of the maintenance required to take care of a car, but what happens with a bicycle if you don’t handle the maintenance properly? Like a car, you can cause extensive damage, leading to poor performance and high costs of repair, if you aren’t diligent with the maintenance and care of your … Read more
When it comes to caring for your bicycle, there are a few essential skills you’ll need to become proficient at, including airing tires, changing or adjusting seats, and how to fit a bicycle chain. Chains are a consumable part of the drivetrain, and constant or long-term use causes that chain to wear and stretch as … Read more