Bicycling

Wheels are a vital component of a bicycle. A damaged or misshapen wheel can render an otherwise healthy bike useless. Having wheels fixed professionally can be costly, and the wait time for a...

Bearings are small metal or ceramic balls encased within the hub at the center of a bicycle wheel. The bearings allow the hub body to rotate independently about the bicycle wheel axle. Bearings...

Bicycle wheels might be the most vulnerable part of your bicycle. They are in constant contact with the pavement, which can contain any number of hazards, such as train tracks and potholes. They...

A balanced wheel is one whose rim is centered directly over its axle. A balanced wheel is achieved when the spokes connecting the rim to the axle are properly tensioned, keeping the rim even and...

The wheels of your bicycle are, in a sense, what make the bike functional. The bearings allow the wheels to roll smoothly around the axle that connects them to the bike frame. But if the...

Being proficient in basic bicycle maintenance can save a cycling enthusiast a lot of time and money. By being able to accomplish many of the necessary maintenance tasks yourself, you will not have...

Cyclocross is a style of bicycle racing traditionally done on standard road bicycles converted to ride off road. As the sport has evolved, some riders have begun to experiment with 650b (also...

Many bicycle repairs are better handled by trained bike mechanics rather than the casual novice. But riders should know several mobile repair techniques in case they become stuck on long treks...

Removing your old bike pedals and installing upgraded pedals can make as much as a 10% difference in your speed and if you have the right tools, which cost less than a trip to the bike ship, you...

Keeping your bicycle seat and handlebars properly adjusted will keep you biking in comfort and injury free. These instructions are meant for a plain old 3-speed touring bike. Anyone can do this,...

Many things can cause a bicycle inner tube to deflate or explode. If you are interested in bicycling, you should learn how to change an inner tube. With practice, the entire process can take less...

Star-fangled nuts are found on bicycles with threadless headsets. They consist of two concave, scalloped rings joined through the center by a nut. When the headset's top bolt is tightened, the nut...

Truing is the process of making the bicycle wheel round, like it's supposed to be. The spokes are what keep the rim of the wheel a wheel instead of some twisted metal. Often, these spokes can...

To adjust a bike's bottom bracket, use a 32 millimeter wrench to tighten the bearings. Adjust a bottom bracket with tips from a bike mechanic in this free video on bicycles.

When replacing a bike's chain rings, use an Allen wrench to remove the five-millimeter screws that hold the chain rings in place. Replace bike chain rings with tips from a bike mechanic in this...

Adjusting a bicycle seat takes only a small Allen wrench or a quick-release tool that will often come with the bike. Find the right bicycle seat height, about a 90 percent extension, for...

Don't keep bike shop hours? Neither do the rest of us. If you're like most others, you might find it difficult to get to the bike shop to have pedals changed. Or maybe you don't want to wait three...

Road cycling is a lifetime sport that people of all ages can enjoy. It builds aerobic endurance, strengthens muscles and improves overall fitness by taxing your body on multiple aerobic and...

How to Assemble Your New e-Bike

You should in general take care of your e-bike the way you would with a regular bicycle by keeping it dry, clean and the moving parts well lubricated. You should also avoid parking your e-bike in...

If you're new to cycling, you may not have given pedals much thought. But the right pedals can make a difference in your performance on the bike. And some bicycles don't come with pedals--you need...

The crank of a bicycle is the mechanical device that changes the motion of your legs moving around in circles into moving the wheels on your bike. If you notice your bicycle crank is not...

It's a sunny day, you have a cruiser bike, and the road is calling your name. But there is a problem. You need to replace your handlebars. Cruiser bike handlebars are closer to the seat than most...

Use allen wrench to check pressure on bicycle bolts. Learn how check bicycle bolts in this free cycling advice video from a bike consultant at a renowned bicycle shop.

Tightening the wheel cassette on a bicycle can take care of gear shifting problems and strange noises from the gear cassette. The procedure requires only a few inexpensive tools.

Bike pedals are among the most important parts of a functioning bicycle. If they become damaged or worn out, they need to be replaced. Unlike other parts of the bike, however, you can replace bike...

If you find that your bicycle seat causes discomfort on the tailbone, or chaffing on your inner thighs, there is a solution. A new seat can be fitted onto your bicycle. Retrofitting a bike seat is...

Setting up a bicycle to fit properly helps avoid fatigue, pain and injury. Adjusting the height of your bike's handlebars will make your ride safer and more comfortable.

Bike pedals experience wear and tear and sometimes replacements are needed. Luckily, installing or removing pedals is easy if you have a pedal wrench and know that the left pedal is a left-hand...

Every once in a while you will need to remove the cassette to clean it, service the free-hub body, or replace the cassette with a new one. These directions apply to standard cassettes found on...

Bike hubs sometimes come adjusted too tight from the manufacturer, or they may loosen up as they break in. It's easy to adjust a bike's hub if you have the right tools. These instructions apply to...

To avoid purchasing useless items, buy bike tools as you need them. However, there are a few basic tools that all cyclists should have.

Don't ignore your hubs. Well maintained hubs will provide many miles of smooth riding. These instructions are for standard cup and cone style hubs.