The main function of a handlebar is to provide support to the rider and to enable the rider to maneuver the bike. Handlebars also serve the additional functionality of supporting your cyclocomputers, brake-callipers, lights etc. There are several types of handlebars available. Some of the main types are drop bars, flat bars, bull horns, and pista bars. Each bar serves …
BUMSONTHESADDLE GUIDES – HOW TO CHOOSE AN INDOOR BIKE TRAINER
Types Of Indoor Bike Trainers : Wind – In this type, the rider powers a fan that provides resistance (cheapest but noisiest) Magnetic – In which a fixed resistance is offered by a magnetic fly wheel (quiet, but the fixed resistance is not ideal for many cyclists) Fluid – In which Silicon within the unit offers resistance (quiet and offer …
BUYING GUIDES: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT BICYCLE CHAIN LUBRICANT?
Overview All moving mechanical components of your bike require timely maintenance and care. The same applies for the drivetrain components. Maintaining your chain well will not only give you a smooth riding experience, but also enhance the longevity of your drivetrain components and save you quite a bit of money. For someone who has just picked up their first bike, …
BUYING GUIDES: HOW TO CONVERT NORMAL RIMS TO TUBELESS
Don’t fancy spending a lot of money on tubeless rims? Well, here is a cost-effective and getto way of going tubeless! Equipment required – 1) Velotape tubeless conversion kit 2) Stan’s no-tubes Tire Sealant or 1) Orange Seal MTB Tubeless kit (24 mm) Instructional Video – So next time when you hit the trails, do so with a lot more …
BUYING GUIDES: HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD BICYCLE TIRE?
Your tires are one of the most important elements of your bike–they’re what connect you to the ground. It’s important that they be durable, grip well, and help you move along quickly. Whether you’re building up your bike for the first time or just need a new pair, this guide will help you figure out what you should be looking …
WINTER CYCLING: TURN ON THE HEAT
It’s 6:00 am on a chilly Saturday and you are woken up by that dreaded sound that you just do not want to hear – the alarm clock. Eyes half shut, your hands begin to reach out to the snooze button while your inner voice starts giving you a million reasons to go ahead with that decision. ‘Just 5 more …
Bike theft: How to recover your stolen bicycle
ARE YOU A VICTIM OF BIKE THEFT? Don’t despair. Here are 10 things you can do to get your bike back! Spring into action immediately! Check around the area incase the thief has stashed the bike to pick it up later File a FIR with the police (more details below). Record identifying features on the report – accessories, photographs and …
Basic bicycle maintenance tips – how to wash a bike
Quick tips from Shamala, one of our bike mech’s, on how to keep your bike clean and sparkling. Time: 20 mins Skill rating: Easy Tools: Hot water, degreaser, a bicycle specific chain lubricant, brushes, rags photo credit: blog.atg-training.co.uk “What you see is what you believe” – most people think a clean bike is the first sign of a great service. Some …
The tour on the move – keeping up with the 2013 Tour de France on your Android
le Tour on ze mobile The 2013 edition of the Tour de France kicked off today. Being one of the biggest most marketed cycling events out there most bikers would definitely like to stay on top of the tour. If you have an android smartphone its pretty simple with the tons of awesome apps available on it. Here is a …
Finding and fixing creaks and noisy bicycles
Its Tech tuesday at Pinkbike and they have a very good writeup on finding and fixing creaks in your bicycle Definitely a must read. How we quieten noisy beasts Tools required Your noisy bike Allen keys Grease Degreaser A clean cloth Torque wrench Some patience and an open mind Procedure Understand if the noise is rhythmic or sporadic. Rhythm indicates …