Q: What are some underrated mountain bike parts? A: Here is a list of six underrated, quality parts (and a bike) you may or may not know about. 6. Sunline XC-1 Stem – While Thomson receives all the buzz for being the best stem, there is an underrated competitor in the [amazon-product region="us" text="Sunline XC-1 [...]
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January 18th, 2010
What to Pack Before a Ride
Q: What should I pack before I go on a mountain bike ride? A: What you pack for a ride depends on how long/far you will be going. What you will need to go around the block will differ from an all day ride. Following is a list of 15 items to consider before your [...]
January 14th, 2010
QR Seat Clamp vs. Bolt Seat Clamp
Q: Which seat clamp style is the best? Quick release (QR) style or bolt style? A: There are pros and cons to both types of seat clamps. Bolt Style Seat Clamps Bolt style seat clamps are good for people who will be leaving their bike somewhere unattended, as it is simply a matter of undoing [...]
January 12th, 2010
Essential Tools for Bike Repair
Q: What tools do I need for repairing my mountain bike? A: There are basically three different types of bike owners, and therefore different tool needs based on of which type of owner you are. Owners that do all of their own maintenance and repair “wrenches.” Owners that take their bike to the LBS for [...]
January 7th, 2010
Best Bike Chain Lube
Q: What is the best chain lube? A: The best mountain bike chain lube is the one that you use on a consistent basis and the one you apply after you have a dry/clean chain, and preferably the lube you apply the night before. It is helpful if you get a lube that is conducive [...]
January 6th, 2010
5 Best Mountain Biking Books
Q: What are some of the “must have” mountain bike books? A: There is at least five really good mountain bike books out there that should be on any serious mountain biker’s book shelf or Kindle. #1 – Mastering Mountain Bike Skills by Brian Lopes and Lee McCormack [amazon-product align="left" alink="19C6F5" bgcolor="ffffff" bordercolor="663300" height="240" region="us" [...]
