You know your bike's tires, brake pads and chain have a limited "sell by date": they'll eventually wear out and need to be replaced. But what about your bike's seat? Do you ever really need to...
Posts by Rob Marlowe
Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been cycling for years, you're probably aware that lubricating your bicycle chains is a common maintenance task. But, is bike chain lube really...
The majority of new bikes today do not come stock with fenders...but there are tons of aftermarket options available. So this begs the question: do bike fenders actually work? Bike fenders do a...
How Often to Grease Bicycles (And Shelf Life of Stored Grease)
Maintenance is the key to prolonging the lifespan of your bicycle. Therefore, one of the most common questions when it comes to maintaining a bicycle is how often it needs to be greased. If...
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,...