Planning a European Cycling Adventure: Time Constraints & Route Ideas

Questionhello I posted a question to you not long ago about touring for charity, well i have started training and Im in better shape than I had thought and

Best Low-Profile Bike Helmets: Expert Recommendations

QuestionI wonder what the lowest profile helmet is, i would like to know which helmet in your opinion, looks the smallest on your head. Your input would be

Campy Hub & Shimano Wheel Issue - Update & Track Time in Seattle

QuestionHi Tad, thanks for your concern with the campy hub and shimano hub/wheel. Well, that issue remains and sits on the sidelines, until I put them back

Removing Brifters: A Cyclist's Guide to Customizing Your Bike

QuestionHi Tad ...... havent spoken with you for awhile. Its funny how I see things out there and how when I rode in the Los Gatos Bicycle Club so many yea

Why Is My Bike Chain Skipping? Troubleshooting Rear Derailleur Issues

QuestionQUESTION: I recently started doing bike trips back and forth from the beach. I am riding a 21 speed Fuji road bike. The back cassette is skipping o

Tire Size Compatibility for 2002 Trek FXT Comp - 26" Wheels

QuestionHello I bought this bike a while ago, still good, and I want to replace the current tires  front 26x  2.10 and rear 26 x 1.95 How wide

Buying a Used Barletta 18" Mountain Bike? Expert Advice

QuestionI am thinking about getting a used Bartletta 18 mountain bike, just for tooling around in this summer. I am 58. Asking price is $40 and she says ev

Cube Acid 29er Review: Is it the Right XC Bike for You?

QuestionI wish to get into some xc riding [nothing to challenging]and need to purchase a mountain bike.The cube acid 29er is the bike I am considering gett

Tire Size Compatibility & Clearance: 26" x 2.20" on Limited Fork Space

QuestionHi I have exactly 0.5 clearance in the front fork with existing tire 26 x 2.10. The back is same clearance with 1.95 existing tire. Can I go wit

Tire Size Compatibility: 2.20" Tires with Limited Clearance

QuestionHi I have exactly 0.5 clearance in the front fork with existing tire 26 x 2.10. The back is same clearance with 1.95 existing tire. Can I go wit

Tire Size Compatibility: 2.20 Tires with Limited Clearance

QuestionQUESTION: Hi I have exactly 0.5 clearance in the front fork with existing tire 26 x 2.10. The back is same clearance with 1.95 existing tire. Ca

Understanding Race Rules: Time Penalties & Group Splits

QuestionQUESTION: Michael, I have been enjoying watching the pros race for many years, including the Tour de France. I know that if there is an accident wi

Choosing Your First Adult Bicycle: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionI am a complete newbie to the world of cycling and bikes in general, I know next to nothing about bikes. The only thing that I know is that I would

Understanding the 3K Rule in Competitive Gaming

QuestionMichael, Wow, it happened today! There was a crash under 1K, then several splits among the survivors. The first split was 1 second after the winner

Finding a Seatpost Hitch for Bike Trailers & Golf Carts

QuestionHi I have checked all the bike shops and even online and I cant find this. I am looking for a hitch that attaches to the seat post that you can hoo

BMX vs. Mountain Bike for Neighborhood Riding: A Teen's Guide

Questionok well im 14 and im small im only 5 feet and my dad gave me 160$ for my birthday for a bike. Im going to be using my bike to go around my neighboo

Cannondale Synapse 105 Alloy (2011) - Weight & Specs

QuestionHello, Can you tell me the weight of the 48cm model please? I have looked everywhere without success. Many thanks Chris AnswerDear Chris, It is d

Finding the Right Bike Size: Is 17" Too Small?

QuestionQUESTION: Hello Have a small size mountain bike 17 that bought years ago from bike store. I think I should have had medium - 18.  I like the

Choosing the Right Mountain Bike Frame Size: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hello Have a small size mountain bike 17 that bought years ago from bike store. I think I should have had medium - 18.  I like the

Bike Fit Assessment: Is Your Mountain Bike the Right Size?

QuestionHello Have a small size mountain bike 17 that bought years ago from bike store. I think I should have had medium - 18.  I like the bike but o