Jul 16, 2014 | Commute, Tutorial |
The general tips for bike safety are well known among bike commuters, but there are often dangerous scenarios that arise even when you follow the rules of the road. Unfortunately, some drivers don’t know the laws regarding bikes, they do unexpected things, or...
Jun 20, 2014 | Accessories, Maintenance, Tutorial |
After installing the headset and fork, and preparing the wheelset, I’m now going to install the disc brakes. I have a set of Hayes CX Pro mechanical brakes and 160mm rotors. Most disc brakes are made to install on post mount frames with bolt holes 74mm from...
Jun 11, 2014 | Accessories, Maintenance, Tutorial |
The next step in building the 700c folding gravel bike. Starting with a Montague FIT Custom folding frame, I’ve installed the headset and fork (read about that here). Now I’m going to prepare the wheelset. For this build, I’m using Whisky Parts Co....
Jun 5, 2014 | Accessories, Maintenance, Tutorial |
The gravel bike. A 700c road style frame with fast rolling knobbies that can take you just about anywhere; dirt roads, gravel roads, singletrack, you name it. When you want to follow those fire roads and escape into the wilderness, the gravel bike is the choice for...
Apr 16, 2014 | General, Lifestyle, Tutorial |
It is warming up and summer is getting closer. Time to lose those extra pounds I put on in the last couple of months (the really cold last couple of months). I have to admit I haven’t been the healthiest and most active this winter, but I am really motivated...
Feb 19, 2014 | Accessories, Commute, Tutorial |
The biggest challenge to riding in the winter is keeping your extremities warm. We looked at some options for your hands last week, now let’s talk about protecting those toes. It Starts With Socks It’s the first thing you put on your foot. When...