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Typical tools and supplies may include hex wrenches, a combination wrench for brake caliper mounting and pad adjustment, a cable stretcher such as the Park Tool BT-2, torque wrench and bits to make sure things are properly tight, a screwdriver for brake centering, and a cable cutter for cable trimming and end cap installation. There are single-pivot sidepulls and dual-pivotal sidepulls, and their installment is the same.Install the sidepull.The sidepull secure to the frame with a threaded stud and nut. Install it on the bike. Next, install the wheel and make sure it’s fully seated, centered, secured and true. Hold...

During the cycling, there are always a lot of different road conditions on cyclists’ ways. For instance, paved road and unpaved road, plain road and rough road, straight road and bent road. And cycling on various roads require riders to learn a great deal of important and useful skills to pass them safely. Especially during the periods like bends because in which usually easier occur accidents. No matter in the sunny days or rainy days, on the paved road or mountain paths, corners always the places where full of secrets and risks, as well as excitement. So here 6 techniques...

If the front of your bike feels very heavy or the bike just gets not so easy to control, the most likely problem is the headset. What you should do now is adjust the headset in proper and you could enjoy riding again.There are some instructions for adjusting a threaded headset. Basically this is an older style headset. But it is still used today on some bicycles as like a classic style. It is called the "threaded" headset because there are threads on the fork's steerer tube where the headset threads on.Step 1: Check the current adjustment.Let's start by checking...

When it comes to cycling, maybe the worst part is the inevitable saddle soreness if you spend enough time in the saddle. Saddle sores are so painful that may ruin your ride and even keep you off the bike for a significant amount of time. New riders are often more affected than experienced riders as their skin isn’t used to the added stress and rubbing associated with sitting in a saddle for hours. However, I don’t mean that experienced riders never get saddle sores. No matter how to prevent saddle soresyou are young or old, male or female, amateur or...

Cycling has become more and more popular nowadays and for many people, the bike has become their first vehicle. As we all know, cycling is environment-friendly and gives you a workout to boost your fitness and health. However, the risk of fatal crashes also increases. According to the reports, there are 500,000 people who are treated in emergency rooms as a result of cycling crashes and about 7,800 people were killed each year. There are 10 tips for you to avoid fatal crashes while cycling.Wear your cycle helmetWearing your helmet may save your life and a helmet is an essential...