Articles and advice.
The aim of this article is to persuade you of the advantages that fixed gear cycling can bring to your triathlon conditioning. Triathlon by nature involves x training but there's no reason to just stick to your road or triathlon bike in preparation for the bike leg.
When converting a road bike to a fixie, one of the simplest strategies is to buy a track rear wheel or wheelset, and avoid the hassle of redishing an existing road rear wheel.
Have you got a bike you are proud of? Want to share it with the world? Whether you are selling it, upgrading it, or just showing off, this article explains how to take a great photo of your bike.
The gear ratio of a bike is the ratio of chainwheel to cog teeth. Choosing an appropriate gear ratio for your fixed gear or single speed bike is as important as any other factor to ensure happy riding. The question is often debated in bike forums and the typical answer is that everyone is different and no ratio is right for everyone. Some factors to consider are the terrain and type of riding you intend to do in your area, your fitness level and leg strength, and your preferred cadence.
Bullhorns are a popular addition to any bike. They confer a clean, sleek look and a comfortable riding position, offering improved visibility in traffic. Whilst many different styles exist on the market, this article will describe how to convert an existing pair of "drop", or road handlebars into bullhorn bars. The technique is known as chop-and-flop.