Category Archives: Recreation And Sports

Bike Headset Guide

Posted by on January 14, 2011 No comments
Jon Carter Davis asked: Without it, you won't be going anywhere. Yes, a bike headset is an often-overlooked but, oh, so important bike part. Of course, there are several types of bicycle headsets available, so in order to assist you in making the best purchase possible, we've put together this headset buying guide with some detailed, helpful information. Threaded vs. threadless headsets For many years, threaded headsets were the only type available. They require the fork's steerer tube to be cut to an exact measurement for use with a specific frame. The use of a threadless headset allows for greater adjustability and fine tuning in order to achieve the perfect fit. For this reason, threadless headsets have become the norm in recent years. Headset stack height The stack Read more [...]

Bicycles That Make a Good Electric Bike

Posted by on January 13, 2011 No comments
Steven Bodenstein asked: When choosing to make an electric bicycle using a conversion kit, it is very important to consider the starting point; that is what kind of bicycle are you going to convert? While most kits will fit on any bike, some bikes make better electric bikes than others. In this article I will provide some basic pointers to help make this an easy decision and to prevent some basic mistakes. First and foremost, how are you going to use your electric bike? If you intend to use it for commuting, then you want a bike that is comfortable to ride, allows you a good relaxed posture and has fenders and chain guards to protect you from splashes and mud. You do not require a lot of gearing. 5-10 speeds max. You simply will not use more than that. If you just want a fast Read more [...]

Bike Stands

Posted by on January 13, 2011 No comments
John Cheesman asked: Bike Stands can be referred to as any type of constructed stand or rack, which is used to secure or store bicycles. They are typically manufactured from metal for security purposes, and either spray coated with a weather resistant coating, or can be plated in some form such as galvanization. These stands are generally some form of metal frame, which can be fixed into the ground or attached to a wall, and are designed in such a way as to allow bicycles to be secured to them by means of a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism used are usually supplied by the user of the bike stand, and there are many different types ie: padlocks and combination padlocks. Some stands can have their own movable mechanism to allow extra security, but a padlock of some form Read more [...]

Bike Shift System Guide

Posted by on January 12, 2011 No comments
Jon Carter Davis asked: A bike stem is the first point of contact from the bicycle to the rider. In other words, it connects the bike to the rider. Your choice of stem will affect the way your bicycle handles and the way your upper body feels the road. While being one of the most important bike parts for comfort and handling, it is also very customizable and upgradeable. When purchasing a stem, you should consider several factors. First you must determine headset type (threadless or quill). Then you must match it to a steerer tube diameter and a handlebar diameter. Finally, you must decide what length and how much rise or drop you want your bike stem to give you. Once you have decided on those characteristics, you must decide on the material you'd like and consider its price. Stem Read more [...]

Specialized Bike Accessories

Posted by on January 12, 2011 No comments
Candis Reade asked: Mountain biking is one of the most adventurous recreational activities around. Unlike some other adventure sports, mountain biking provides the spirit and competitive nature of a sport along with the thrill of an adventure. But mountain biking can be a very dangerous activity too. To keep the chances of accidents to its minimum, first thing you need to do is to ride with maximum concentration and care. Second thing is getting specialized bike accessories for riding the bike. Since safety is very much involved while selecting mountain bike accessories, it is better to adopt a long-term policy and select a good quality accessory than adopting a short-term approach and selecting inexpensive, but poor quality accessories. Mountain biking veterans all agree on Read more [...]