Regular bicycle maintenance is key to riding safely and comfortably. Simple checks like tire pressure, brake function, and chain cleanliness can make a big difference in performance.
If your brakes are squeaking or feel soft, don't head to your local bike shop, you can fix this. Brakes can be one of the simplest bike repairs for home mechanics. That is, if you have caliper brakes ...
A well-maintained bike is safer, more fun to ride, and lasts longer. Here are some resources to learn to do your own basic maintenance, as well as how to tell when it's time to take your bike in to a ...
The thought of hopping onto your bike and hitting the great outdoors, with your hair blowing in the wind (under your CR-tested helmet, of course) is invigorating. After all, cycling is a great form of ...
After a long season of riding your mountain bike through the grime and mud of winter, it’s a good idea to give it some TLC in the form of a thorough check-over and clean. That way, it’ll be running ...
Spring is here, and it’s time to bring your bike out of its winter hibernation. Before you go for your first ride, get it road- or trail-ready with some basic DIY maintenance. Start with a careful ...
This extract from The Ultimate Guide to Bicycle Maintenance will help you identify the source of, and fix, nasty noises While washing your bike check it over for ...
Looking to dust off your bicycle and tune it up for riding? With rising prices predicted soon from global tariffs, you might want to save a few bucks and get started now. You probably don't think ...
It's been an adventuresome week of bicycle maintenance in the Coyne household. I finally took my bike into a shop to consult an expert about brakes. Thanks to Jamie from Bicycle Garage Indy at the ...