Have you ever thought about or seen a lockout fork on a mountain bike? This lockout mechanism is there to prevent the suspension fork from compressing. But you might ask why there is a need to make those rigid bikes then? In this post, we will explain why you need a mountain bike lockout fork … Read more
Mountain bikes are a huge hit these days. More and more people are taking an interest in mountain biking as their new favorite outdoor activity. It not only helps you stay fit to explore the world as you have never done before. With the growing popularity, more and more bike manufacturing are entering the market. … Read more
You might think inflating a mountain bike tire is not such a big deal. That is, only until you have a look at your bike tire valve. What is that intimidating thing about a valve? Presta valves are longer and are common on most new bikes these days. The cylindrical piece of metal has a … Read more
When you’re cruising on a mountain bike or pacing through a trail, you face different problems. One such problem is the obstacles that you face while conquering trails. To overcome these obstacles, there’s a popular skill that is known as a manual. With a manual, you can pass over these obstacles in style and comfort. … Read more
In search of mountain bikes for a heavy rider? Mountain biking is a fun activity for anyone to shed pounds and get back in shape. Many people are interested in MTBing, but they are also concerned about the weight limit of these bikes. However, you will be glad to know that there are many MTBs … Read more
Teenagers are entering the MTB industry more than any other age group. But teen riders will face one major hurdle to start mountain biking – finding the right bike. And no, it’s not just about knowing what to look for. Some specific bikes are designed to be used by teenagers, considering their body proportions and … Read more
Riding a bike is an exciting activity. But what’s more exciting is Gravity Mountain Biking. Because with it, you won’t only get to enjoy the roads and rails, but gravity too. Yes, that’s right, the same gravity that pulls you down towards the Earth. As they say, what goes up must come down. Using this … Read more
The cycling world is currently dominated by two brands, SRAM, US-based, and Shimano, Japan-based. Cyclists have heard of SRAM vs. Shimano market competition as both of these companies never fail to deliver good quality products. Anyone with a few years of cycling experience must have used bicycle parts from both of these brands. These companies … Read more
Mountain biking has gained a lot of fan following recently, but it has been around since the 1970s. But if you compare it with road cycling, it’s barely out of its grassroots feel. Their formal institutes organize road biking and its races. We have all heard about the Tour de France! Whereas mountain bike races … Read more
One of the most common topics in the biking world is “hydraulic disc brakes vs. mechanical disc brakes.” And so it should be because most of the bikes either come with hydraulic disc brakes or mechanical ones. Hydraulic disc brakes are the dominant of the two. These brakes are complex but reliable. However, mechanical brakes … Read more
