Jessica is our expert consultant on all things connected to biking - gear, technique, you name it. Being a pro cyclist in the past, she knows exactly how things work in and around your bike. She's been with us from the start and has contributed countless pieces of useful information to our website.
So, you’ve recently discovered how interesting mountain biking can be from YouTube videos, social media, or your friends and are looking to give it a try. The problem is you don’t own a bike, and when you go online to order one, you see they come in different sizes. You could just wing it and pick the one that seems ...
If you've ever had to buy bike tires, you've likely had to choose between different types of bike tire valves. You may even be going through that now and wondering which option you should choose. Should you go with a Presta, Schrader, or even a Woods valve, and are there other alternatives? Also, what perks, if any, ...
Whether a mountain bike, road bike, or hybrid, the frame is one of the essential components since it holds the whole thing together. That said, frames come in different varieties, especially regarding the material used. You could also see different variations in frame design. So, what are the different types of bike ...
Upsetting your bike wheel's equilibrium could be as easy as hitting a rock or pothole or hopping off a curb, which has dire consequences. You could rock your rim out of shape. Since such accidents are inevitable, it is important to learn how to true a bike wheel at home. Truing your bike wheel will keep it straight, ...
Lower back pain after cycling is the most common complaint from avid riders. The lower back grows stiffer gradually and becomes more uncomfortable the more one cycles. With lower back pain, it is hard to enjoy adventurous road, gravel, or mountain rides. You cannot maintain power when climbing or stay on trails.
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Listening to music, audiobooks, or your favorite podcast while cycling sounds like bliss to many bike-riding enthusiasts. The music or audio content makes the trip more enjoyable and beefs up the effects of happy hormones. However, cycling with headphones is a hot topic that divides the cycling community.
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The Trek vs. specialized bikes debacle is classic, as the two-cycle manufacturers have been the industry's most popular mountain bike brands for a while. You can never go wrong with a bike from either of the brands, but they compare favorably against each other in various aspects. Each brand has unique bikes with ...
Like car tires, whenever you need to replace bike tires, you can check the sides since the size is usually indicated. However, a big problem for those ordering online is that the 700c wheel size that’s sometimes printed on the tire may not translate into actionable information. After all, there are several different ...
Typically, the lighter the bike, the faster it is. The lightest bikes climb faster, accelerate quicker, and are easier to cycle for a racer. As such, it's not surprising that historically, the fastest bikes in the Tour de France have been some of the lightest in the race. In fact, between 2004 and 2022, the lightest ...
In addition to neck and back pain being fairly common in cyclists, you may also experience toes numb cycling. In some people, this may be a one-off experience; in others, it happens more frequently. There may also be some tingly sensations associated with the numbness. So, is it something you just have to get used to ...
