Keeping your mountain bike chain properly lubricated is one of the most important maintenance tasks for optimal performance. But determining the right oiling frequency can be tricky. While every 1-2 months is the general guidance, the ideal schedule depends on your specific riding conditions and habits. This comprehensive guide explains exactly when and how often …
Presta valves are a type of bicycle inner tube valve commonly found on high-performance road bikes. They have a narrower profile and hold air pressure better than the more common Schrader valves. However, their sleek design also makes Presta valves more prone to issues. Luckily, fixing a problematic Presta valve is a straightforward process even …
Bike pedals can become damaged and stripped over time due to repeated stress, improper installation, or from impacts. When a bike pedal is stripped, it means the pedal threads have become worn down or damaged, preventing the pedal from properly threading into the crank arm. This can cause the pedal to wiggle, spin loosely, or …
Presta valves, sometimes called French valves, are the narrow, high-pressure valves found on road, touring, and mountain bikes. Unlike the wider Schrader valves used on lower-end bikes, presta valves consist of a valve stem with a threaded tip that needs to be unscrewed before air can enter the tube. This design allows for significantly higher …
Stripped or rounded out recessed Allen bolts can be incredibly frustrating to deal with. You go to loosen or remove the bolt only to find the hex socket has become damaged, making it seemingly impossible to grip with standard Allen wrenches. While stripped recessed bolts may seem impossible to remove without completely drilling them out, …
Having a bike chain that slips while riding can be annoying, inconvenient, and even dangerous. A slipping chain indicates a problem somewhere in your bike’s drivetrain that needs to be addressed. When your legs are churning and your bike chain starts making noise and jumping around instead of smoothly transferring power to the rear wheel, …
The bottom bracket is one of the most important components on your bike, connecting the crankset to the frame and allowing the pedals and chainrings to rotate smoothly. Proper bottom bracket maintenance and repair can optimize power transfer, improve pedaling efficiency, and extend the life of your bike’s drivetrain. What is a Bottom Bracket and …