Q: How do you adjust a rear derailleur to shift smoothly? A: You can set-up and adjust a rear derailleur on a mountain bike in five easy steps. Step #1: Begin with the B screw adjustment.  Shift into the largest rear cog (innermost) and adjust so the guide pulley on the derailleur is just clearing [...]

Q: How can I convert my Velocity Blunt 29er wheels to tubeless? A: Velocity Blunt 29er  rims are an underrated rim, with a nice width at 28 mm, providing a nice “ballooning” tire for a plush ride.  However, many people have had some trouble converting these rims to tubeless.  Luckily, there is an easy solution [...]

Q: What is durometer and does tire compound matter when buying tires? A: Durometer is the hardness of cured tire rubber.  Tire hardness impacts how well the tires grip, how stiff the knobs are in terms of flex they give, as well as how fast the tire rolls and how long it lasts.  Clearly tire [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]