In this guide, we'll take you through some simple steps on how to bed in your disc brakes. Although we've demonstrated the process on a gravel bike, these steps are also applicable to road, hybrid and mountain bikes. 1. Make sure both pads and rotors are cleanThe pads and rotor sho...
Fine-Tuning Mountain Bike Brake Performance Now that you’ve adjusted your mountain bike brakes, it’s time to fine-tune their performance. Here are some advanced techniques to optimize your brake performance: Lever Reach:Adjust the lever reach to suit your hand size and riding style. The lever...
A pair of well set up and suitable brakes for the sort of riding you’re doing can, believe it or not, help you ride faster. How to bed in new disc brake pads in 8 easy steps 5 quick ways to get your mountain bike ready for mud If you’ve got confidence in your stoppers you...
“The later you brake, the longer you’re going fast” might be one of the most clichéd pieces of advice in mountain biking history. And yet there’s some truth behind it, because efficient and powerful brakes inspire confidence, allowing you to wait a few more seconds before dropping the...
Need to lift your bike overhead Only transports one bike Largest impact on gas mileage See More Pickup Truck Tailgate Pad Bike Racks Pickup trucks are great for hauling all sorts of cargo, bikes included. While you can just throw a couple of bikes in the bed of your truck, we recommend...
Road bikes are primarily designed for speed and efficiency, while gravel bikes are more robust, and provide a convenient bridge between the road andmountain bikefor riders who enjoy (or simply require) the versatility of both. While similar enough to be in a conversation together, they have uni...
But often itCOs hard to find the cause.Here are three common squeaks with simple, yet often surprising solutions. YouCOll find the full step-by-step instruction for each solution, plus the brake pad bed-in procedure, at mtbtips.com under the Bike Maintenance menu.Squeaky disc brakes Co ...
Mountain bikes are built to be very durable, with large tires and cushioned seats to keep you as comfortable as possible while riding over uncomfortable roads. They are also built with high quality suspension and brakes, and they are also heavier than other bikes. You should be able to descen...
Following suit, the UCI first included an electric mountain bike competition in the2019 World Mountain Bike Championships. Yes, a rainbow jersey was awarded to the world’s best off-road e-biker! These days, you can also find e-bike categories inraces across the country. ...
I don't want to go to bed at night knowing that somebody got a bike and had a bad experience at a shop. I can't prevent every bad experience out there, but when someone tells them they had a bad experience, we can certainly drop what we're doing and make it right for them, so...