As winter approaches, you may find yourself struggling to stay warm on your bike ride. A good pair of gloves can be crucial in keeping the cold out and keeping you comfortable as a result! With so many different options available how do you know which one is best? It is important that the gloves …
Why Use A Chainstay Protector Chains hit the chainstay all the time. Every hole, bump, jump or bounce on your bike will result in a chain slap on the chainstay. Whether it’s the annoying rattle the chain makes when it hits the stay, or the paint that’s chipping away on your frame, it’s always good …
Using A Hydration Pack For MTB A few years back, there was a huge trend amongst all outdoors extreme athletes, whether that be trail runners, mountain bikers, or hikers of having a hydration pack. For some reason, this trend fizzled out with time, and the trusty old water bottle made a comeback. Which; of-course is …
Why You Should Use A Bicycle Cleaning Kit Let’s talk frankly for a second here- what is the absolute last thing you feel like doing after conquering mountain trails, are covered in mud, blood and grit and are sore, battered and tired? I know the answer is a well-deserved shower & meal before you proceed …
The notion of a bicycle bell, to me at least, is loaded with nostalgic childhood memories. In my mind, the mention of a bike bell distinctly resonates as the classic, “tring tring” noise found on many bicycles and even tricycles from the youth hay days. But do they add value and serve a purpose as …
So, you’ve just come careering down a steep mountain track, taken a huge impact, and now you’re on the phone to your buddy asking him to come fetch you from, um… the middle of nowhere, all the while watching your tire slowly deflate because you don’t have a saddle bag to carry the necessary repair …
What is The Best Rim Tape? Bicycle rim tape is typically heavy duty in nature and is usually made from cloth, PVC or nylon. And no, it’s not duct tape. As the name suggests, it is placed around the rim of the bicycle wheel. It’s used to protect your inner tube from being punctured by …
Don’t worry if you dozed off throughout high school physics, here is a crash course. Torque is defined as a measure of force that can cause an object to rotate about an axis. Putting two and two together, a torque wrench is used to apply a specific torque- or turning force- to a bolt, nut …