Many bike seats are gender specific...but is this really necessary? For instance, could a man use a woman's bike seat, or vice versa? A man can use a woman’s bike seat depending on his personal...

Bike chains are made of strong metal links: so they couldn’t possibly stretch, right? Actually, your bike chain will get measurably longer over time. While the links themselves don’t stretch,...

It’s not often you’ll run into a situation where both of your bike tires puncture or wear out at the same time. Should you replace both tires anyway so they match, or can you just change...

You've probably noticed that after a few bike rides, your bike's chain starts turning black. It seems inevitable. But you may be wondering: what's causing it to do so? Your bike's chain will...

Rim tape is a simple tool with a big job. It’s hard to understand how a thin strip of tape could be so important. But it can play a big role in the functionality of your bike. If rim tape and its...

Vans shoes have grippy soles and can be a good choice for mountain biking with flat pedals, if you ride only in dry conditions. They're also often cheaper than other shoes designed for mountain...