• June 13. 2025

Introduction Have you ever wondered why professional racers favor carbon rims while recreational cyclists often rely on aluminum? In today’s cycling landscape, choosing between carbon and aluminum rims can distinguish podium contenders from budget-conscious enthusiasts. Aluminum wheels offer reliable performance at an accessible price point, whereas carbon fiber rims deliver reduced weight, enhanc...

• June 04. 2025

Introduction spokes play a crucial role in the performance, durability, and overall ride quality of any bicycle. Though they may appear to be simple, thin rods connecting the hub to the rim, spokes are in fact the backbone of a wheel’s strength, stability, and efficiency. This article explores the multifaceted world of bike spokes—from their essential function and various types to the materials us...

• May 03. 2022

Call it an adventure bike or an all-around bike if you like, but gravel bikes are designed to do it all! These all-terrain bikes can cover a variety of surfaces. So if you can take this drop bar bike anywhere, you might be wondering why a gravel bike doesn't have suspension to compensate for rough terrain. I want to know the same thing! Most gravel bikes don't have suspension because it adds weigh...

• April 19. 2022

How should I choose a bicycle fork? Your fork connects the front wheel to your bike via a steerer tube that goes through the bike's frame headset. The steerer tube connects to your handlebar and stem, and you can then control and steer your bike. Different types of bikes require different types of forks, so choosing the right fork for your bike is important. This buying guide is designed to help y...

• January 07. 2022

There are many different types of rims available on the market today, but the 27.5er bike rim is one of the most popular. The reason for this is that this rim is just right for a lot of people. If you are not the kind of person who tends to like flashy rims, then this one is certainly right up your alley. Of course, the choice of which rim you choose is completely up to you and what your taste is....

• December 27. 2021

Before choosing a carbon mtb bike, consider what makes a great mountain bike. First, make sure you know what tensile strength is. The tensile strength of a carbon filament refers to the force required to break the fiber. Most high-end models have a tensile strength of 700 ksi. Next, consider the stiffness of the frame. Stiffness is rated as low, intermediate, or high. Both of these factors will im...

• December 24. 2021

For many years, most mountain bikers did not consider wheel size when buying bicycles. That's because all mountain bikes are equipped with standard 26-inch wheels. Then, two wheel sizes appeared, which surpassed the 26-inch wheels to a large extent. First appeared 29-inch wheels (29ers), and a few years later 27.5-inch (also known as 650b) wheels appeared. The size that suits you largely depends o...

• December 06. 2021

Many people have started to use carbon fiber bicycles, which is different from the bicycles most of us have used before. Carbon fiber bicycles have become more popular than aluminum bicycles. Many people believe that the popular carbon fiber folding bicycles are not very durable and are easily damaged. There are many rumors that we should reuse old bicycles, which provides more stability and grip....

• November 30. 2021

If you are paying attention to the landscape of new types of bicycles that are popular today, the explosive growth of electric bicycle types cannot be ignored. Just five years ago, electric bicycles were relatively rare and poorly understood. Now, there are more types of electric bicycles than we thought. Whether you are considering a gravel electric bike or a mountain electric bike, it is importa...