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What is the difference between a horizontal top tube and a sloped one?

Some comparable bicycles have a crossbar (top tube) that's horizontal: Others have one that's sloped: What are the reasons for either frame design?...

Asked on 07/17/2021

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Compatibility of bar end shifters and 10 spd Tiagra

I want to try an aero bar type set up, with bar end shifters on my 10 speed Tiagra road bike, do I need a particular bar end shifter to...

Asked on 07/17/2021 by roger44

3 answer

What are the advantages of a building an electric bike from a kit vs. prebuilt

I'm trying to decide on what would be the best option for me for my first electric bike. I need a way to get around, and as I live on...

Asked on 07/17/2021

5 answer

How to repeat the success of Salsa Marakesh when mixing MTB and road components?

Salsa Marakesh https://salsacycles.com/bikes/marrakesh/2020_marrakesh_sora is based in part on road Sora components and MTB Alivio components. Let's focus on the front -- in my bike I have Sora brifters,...

Asked on 07/17/2021

1 answer

How to install pre bled brakes with internally routed frame

I have a 2017 Salsa Mukluk with an internally routed rear brake. I bought Shimano XT hydraulic brakes to replace the low end mechanicals that came on the bike....

Asked on 07/17/2021 by Ben Mills

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Does new chainring require change of other parts?

I'm thinking about changing my 2nd chanring to a smaller one (2 chanring setup). I hear most people recommend to change the chain when changing the cassette. Hence my question:...

Asked on 07/17/2021 by sorenkrabbe

3 answer

How to install a saddle on a seatpost with a top facing bolt

I recently purchased a new bike and I am trying to swap the original saddle for my own. On my previous bike both bolts holding the seat clamp together are...

Asked on 07/17/2021

3 answer

How strong are pedals?

Pedals are obviously a critical interface with the bike. A broken pedal axle would be catastrophic, most likely causing injury or even death, especially considering that pedal failure would really...

Asked on 07/17/2021

2 answer

How safe is v-brake system with handbrake and coaster brake for child going downhill?

I have bought a Volare blaster 16” bike for my 5 year old son (due to arrive tomorrow), but am now a bit concerned whether I have chosen the best...

Asked on 07/16/2021

3 answer

New tubeless setup: losing air through spoke holes

It's my first time setting up tubeless. The tyre seems to have seated fine, but I'm losing air through three of the spoke holes when I go much above 20...

Asked on 07/16/2021

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