Avid cyclists know the joy that comes with a smooth and swift ride. And while the rider’s skills are what matter most, the performance of your road bike can significantly influence your speed and – most importantly – ride quality. Upgrading key components of your bicycle can unlock new levels of efficiency, comfort, and speed. […]
Bike Components
Understanding the Increase in Weight of Tour de France Bikes
The UCI, cycling’s international governing body, has a rule stating that bikes must weigh no less than 6.8kg to prevent teams and bike manufacturers from building bikes that are too light and fragile to withstand the rigors of professional racing. There were once times when pro cycling teams mocked the rule as being outdated because, […]
Butyl vs Latex vs TPU Inner Tubes: What’s the Difference and Which Type is the Best?
Tires and tubes are the most crucial part of your bike because they are the contact point between your bike and the ground. They provide grip, stability, comfort, and performance. And none of that could happen without the tubes (or sealant) inside. Tubes are essential to both performance and comfort because it affects the suppleness […]
Bicycle Gear Ratio, Cadence, and Speed Calculator
Rim Size 16″ – Brompton (349mm)20″ – BMX (406mm)26″ – MTB (559mm)650b – Gravel/Road Bike (584mm)700c – Road Bike (622mm)27″ (630mm)Other Tire size mminch Cadence RPM Chainring(s) Cassette km/h mph Speed (km/h) 52 36 11 50.9 35.24 12 46.66 32.3 13 43.07 29.82 14 39.99 27.69 15 37.33 25.84 17 32.93 22.8 19 29.47 20.4 […]
Sensah Empire Pro Review: Is This the Best Groupset for the Money?
When looking for groupsets, most cyclists rarely care to venture outside the big three – Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo. With tried-and-true performance and reliability, these groupsets have shown they’re worth their high price tags. Every now and then, though, a new brand comes along and generates some buzz – so it is with Sensah. The Chinese […]
Best Weight Weenie Upgrades to Reduce Your Bike Weight
The lighter your bike is, the faster it will accelerate. Whether you’re using it for racing or group riding with friends, a lightweight road bike almost always feels nice to ride. That’s why there’s a subculture within the cycling enthusiasts who are obsessed with bike weight: the weight weenies. Some people become a weight weenie […]