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Nov 05

Mountain Bike Parts

By eko9 Comments

Mountain Bike Parts – This is the Way the Experts Easily Find Them

Executive Summary  By Paul Kramer

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The avid biker should always know and understand his or her mountain bike parts. This is an important base to comprehend the working of a mountain bike. The frame of the bike represents its overall size. The handlebars of a mountain bike are also different from the road bikes. Most bikers prefer an upright position and you should ensure comfortable hand positions on the handlebars.

High quality derailleur increases the precision of shifting gears. Higher quality shifters include rapid fire and grip shifters.

The gear on most mountain bikes comes with specifications of 36 x 34. Along with the gear, the brakes form an important part of the bike. You must also check the tires on your mountain bike.

Some of the Mountain Bike Parts

Executive Summary By Peter Gitundu

Some of the mountain bike parts are as listed below;

Bottom bracket, which is an adjustable attachment of the crank set to body of the bike. Crank lever which extends from the bottom bracket to the pedals and it’s main function is transferring power to the chain rings, which are toothed rings which hold the chain. Chain circular, are set of links that transfer power from the chain ring to moving parts of the wheel.

Mountain bike parts also include; a brake cable and a lever whose functions are attaching the lever to the mechanism and activating the brakes respectively, Derailleur Mechanism which moves the chain from one part to another, front Shock absorbers, headset mechanism which connects front fork to the stem or the handlebars and spokes which are attached to the Hub Center section of the wheel.

Rims and tires are also important mountain bike parts and actually they make up the wheel. It would actually be impossible riding for long while standing and thus a seat is very essential. Top tubes and steering tubes are also important parts that make up our bikes.

Oct 27

Bikes Pedal

By eko4 Comments

How To Choose The Right Type of Bike Pedal: Platform Vs Clip Vs Clipless

Executive Summary By Brock McGoff

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There are three basic types of bike pedals. The pedals are the main connection between you and your bike!. Platform pedals offer instant removal of the foot from the pedal for any reason, at a moment’s notice and with no obstruction.

Platform Pedal Pros & Cons:

Pros:

  • Easy to use
  • No need for special footwear
  • Nothing holding you onto the bike
  • Large surface provides better contact for your feet

Cons:

  • Lack of power transfer to the pedal on the upstroke
  • Pedal teeth can hurt if your foot slips off
  • Loss of pedaling efficiency

Cage or toe clip style bike pedals:

This type of mountain bike pedal is probably the second most popular style. Toe clips or cages offer advantages over the standard platform style pedals because they allow the cyclist to pull up as well as push down on the pedal. They also help to secure the foot onto the pedal to reduce the foot slipping off of the pedal and potentially scraping your shin on the grips.

Cage or Toe Clip Pedal Pros & Cons:

Pros:

  • Easy to learn how to use
  • Cyclists can use power to both push down and pull up on the pedal
  • No special footwear is necessary

Cons:

  • Some loss of power, toe clip style cannot capture all the energy of the pedal cycle as the clipless pedals can
  • Slightly harder to get into and out of than platform pedals

Clipless bike pedals:

Clipless bike pedals are usually the most popular choice for mountain bike cyclists. They work by directly attaching the foot to the pedal. The feet remain attached to the pedal throughout the entire stroke resulting in the ability to both pull up and push down on the pedals. Many people choose clipless vs. clip pedals because they hold the foot onto the pedal even in rough terrain and they also make it easier to hop over obstacles.

Clipless Pedal Pros & Cons:

Pros:

  • Maximum efficiency with direct transfer of power to the pedals
  • Secure attachment to the bike so you can concentrate on and enjoy cycling
  • No worry about your foot slipping off and causing injury
  • Easier to hop over obstacles

Cons:

  • Specialized shoes are required
  • It is necessary to learn how to click in and out of the pedals
  • Can be difficult to get your foot off the pedal in an emergency and crashes do happen

So which ones do I choose?

Will you be doing easy mountain biking along non-technical trails, doing extreme downhill or cycling through difficult and technical trails? Basic platform pedals do come in various grips but in general are best suited for casual easy riding. When choosing clip vs. clipless pedals the choice can come down to just personal preference. It is also always possible to change the bike pedals if you decide that a different type might work better for you.

Oct 19

Fixed Wheel Bike

By eko11 Comments

What to Know About Fixed Wheel Bicycles

Executive Summary about Fixed Wheel Bike By John B. Green

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A fixed wheel bicycle is different from a multiple speed bicycle because it has no freewheel. It does not under any circumstances allow the rider to coast. Why? When the rear wheel is in motion so are the pedals. On a one speed, or fixed wheel, the sprocket is directly attached to the hub. A sprocket is a toothed wheel meshed with a chain.

Riders prefer this way of riding for a number of reasons. The constant pedaling prevents the legs from stiffening up and encourages the blood flow. This is believed to occur because the pedals do not stop if the rear wheel is spinning. When descending a hill a disadvantage to riding a single speed bicycle often manifests itself. The pedals, if they stick out too far, tend to strike the ground. To riders of a fixed wheel bicycles the advantages of riding it surpass the disadvantages by a wide margin.

Why Do People Like Fixed Wheel Bikes?

Executive Summary about Fixed Wheel Bike  By Jim Tonkins

Particularly in urban areas, there is a growing trend of people liking fixed gear bikes, which are also called “fixies.” This means a bike with one single gear that is directly connected to the wheels meaning that whenever the wheels are turning, the pedals will be turning too: no coasting is possible. In some cases, these bikes don’t even have brakes and to stop, you exert back pressure on the wheels.

Originally this trend came from track bikes which were used for indoor bike racing. Particularly those without real brakes may have a hard time stopping in an emergency braking situation.


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