You’ve probably been riding for a while and have decided that it’s time to up your game. It could also be that you’ve just stumbled upon this post. Either way, if you have an MTB and you love riding, we’d recommend sticking on. When considering performance upgrades, a tire upgrade offers a lot of bang for the buck and is …
WHAT IS MORE IMPORTANT? – FRAME vs COMPONENTS
The all famous, frame vs components debate has been going on amongst cyclists for quite some time. It’s something that riders still discuss to this very date. It often divides opinion but there’s a better understanding of it now. With a wide variety of bikes in the market, there’s always the question of “which one is better?” You may find …
BIKE REVIEW – SPECIALIZED ALLEZ ELITE DSW ROAD BIKE
I’ve never been much of a road biker. In fact, I’ve been riding MTBs for as long as I can remember. I never really got to try a road bike which is probably why I never took to the discipline. Anyways, about 5 months ago I got myself a road bike and it completely changed my riding and overall view …
TOP 5 BEGINNER CYCLIST MISTAKES AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
Getting into the sport of cycling is a learning process and it can take some time to get used to things. We were all beginners at some point and can all admit to committing at least some of these rookie mistakes. Here’s a list of the top 5 mistakes beginners make and how to avoid them. 1. INCORRECT SADDLE HEIGHT …
HOW TO CHOOSE CYCLING SHORTS / BIB SHORTS – BUYERS GUIDE
Hi there! If you’re reading this article you’re probably new to cycling or are considering buying a pair of cycling shorts/bib shorts. You’ve probably seen cyclists fully clad in spandex zipping past you in the city – wondering why they wear these silly outfits. While cycling in your jeans or cargos is “okay”, the longer rides will have your bottom …
TOP FIVE THINGS TO CARRY WHILE ROAD BIKING
Whenever you’re out on a ride you never know what you’re going to encounter. You can run into a series of issues. Regardless of issues, its a good idea to carry a few things that can be considered “essentials”. Here’s a list of 5 things that we think you should always carry with you no matter how long or short …
DIY HOME MECHANIC SERIES – MTB TUBELESS CONVERSION
Most MTB riders these days are shifting to the tubeless way of life. There’s no doubt that going tubeless has many advantages. But if you’re bike isn’t tubeless ready out of the box then you may think twice about going tubeless. Why? Because going tubeless the “right” way can be quite expensive. To go tubeless you’ll need to get a …
DIY HOME MECHANIC SERIES – CABLE/HOUSING MAINTENANCE
We’ve all had times when our bike shifting and braking systems have acted up. Ever wondered why? Most of us keep on riding hoping that the problem will fix itself. In most cases, this isn’t going to happen. The good news is that it’s a relatively easy fix – one that you can do at home yourself. There are the …
DIY HOME MECHANIC SERIES – FRAME AND PAINT CARE
We all like to keep things looking at their best. Especially our bikes. But reality is, that over the course of time, your precious paintwork will eventually get chipped, scratched and worn down due to usage. Thanks to modern engineering and technology, paint and frame quality is a lot better these days than it was a few year back. Nowadays …
DIY HOME MECHANIC SERIES – DRIVETRAIN MAINTENANCE
Your bike’s drivetrain is made of a bunch of moving parts all working in harmony to provide you with smooth gear shifts and reliable performance. All these drivetrain components, especially the chain, are made to super-high tolerances – any changes in these tolerances can cause shifting issues. Having a clean drivetrain keeps your bike in good working order. A poorly maintained drivetrain …