Fixed Gear Bikes: Horizontal Dropouts - Safety & Orientation

QuestionI understand that fixed gear bikes require horizontal mounted dropouts to be safe and work correctly. I see most fixed gear bikes with rear facing

Appolo Bike Gear Shifting Issues: Troubleshooting & Solutions

QuestionWhen i first get on the bike to pedal the pedals free wheel as if it is not selecting gears it doesnt matter what gear i select it is like the peda

Finding the Right Road Bike Size: A Guide for 5'11" Riders

QuestionHi- I currently have a Giant (recreational) mountain bike, but I find that Im riding more on paved bike trails than dirt trails, so I want to get a

Cycling in Cold Weather: Tips for Riding in Cool Temperatures

QuestionHi Ive bin riding road bikes for over 20 years. I ride allot every week day 50km. to 80 km. in the weekends I like to ride 100km. to 160km. When it

XT Cassette Lifespan: Estimated Durability Based on Usage

QuestionQUESTION: im wondering if you could estimate for me how long a xtr cassette will last if you ride in the largest gear 50 miles a week on average?th

Training Plan for a 60-Mile Cycling Race: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hello, I am a 20 year old female and I love to ride my bike. Next month there is a 62 mile race in Port Aransas TX and I am going to ente

Restoring a Vintage Bike: Parts & Maintenance for Your Sears Free Spirit

QuestionHi, My questions pertain to a 3-speed 26 mens bike, a Sears Free Spirit (with coaster brake) that I bought new in 1982.  It was called a tour

Triathlon Swimming Training: Tips for New Athletes

QuestionHello Greame! I want to start participating in triathlon races, Ive been a MTB cyclist for a while and also participated in adventure races for se

Compatibility Check: 2001 Trek 5500 Carbon Frame with 2008 Specialized Allez

Questioni have a 2008 specialized allez triple and someone i know is selling a 2001 Trek 5500 USPS edition carbon frame for dirt cheap in good condition wi

Cycling in Cool Weather: What to Wear for Comfort

QuestionThis might seem like a silly question, but Im not sure exactly what I should wear to bike in cooler (50s & low 60s) temperatures.  In the past

Preparing for a Long-Distance Bike Tour: Training Tips & Advice

QuestionI have a question about what kind of training should be done to prepare for a long bicycle tour.  My wife and I are from Southern Saskatchewan

Weight Training Regimen for Cyclists: Build Leg Strength for Hill Climbing

QuestionJeff, I am planning a cross country bike trip next Spring and wanted to incorporate weight training into my training this winter. I have free use

Why Did My Mountain Bike Speed Decrease After Fork & Crank Changes?

Questioni have a question or two concerning my top speed and overall speed itself.i changed my 100 mm suspension fork to a 80 mm rigid fork on my mountain

2XU Apparel: Enhance Athletic Performance with Compression

QuestionHow would 2XU apparel multiply your human performance? AnswerHi Isabella, Athletes for years especially those involved in cardio sports such as

Identifying the Motorsport: Bicycle Drafting Behind a Car

QuestionHello, About 35 years ago I watched a race on European TV where a bicycle rider was racing behind a car at around 200km/h.  The car had a boa

Hardtail vs. Full Suspension Bikes: Which is Best for Daily Commuting in India?

Questionhi ive one basic difficulty should i buy a hardtail or a full suspenssion bike? i want a bicycle for going daily to office which is half an hour aw

3-Child Bike Trailer: Options & Safety for Families

QuestionI have 3 kids. 3.5, 1.5 and 3 month old I wanted to use a trailer built 3 but cant find it. Do they exist? I know I can use a single bike seat on t

Identifying Your Gazelle Bicycle Frame Model: A Guide

Question gazelle Hey Michael, i recently bough this frame but i cant make out the exact model though the make is a gazelle (serial 3212576). The previous o

Mountain Bike Chain Wear: Should You Replace or Salvage?

QuestionQUESTION: Hi- I brought my Giant Yukon SE mountain bike to a bicycle shop this past weekend for a tune-up.  It had not been professionally ser

Choosing a Full Suspension Enduro Bike: Models & Price Estimates

QuestionQUESTION: Dear expert i have been riding for just over 2 years now on a kona blast it has been a grat bike but im looking at geting a mor expensiv