Posts by Category: F. A. Q.

What’s the difference between rollers and indoor trainers? Rollers require that you balance the same way you have to to ride down the road. The first time most people see a cyclist on ...

What do I need to know to buy new chainrings for my crankset? First, check your chainrings (sometimes called “chainwheels”) to make sure they need replacing. In general, the rings you ...

What can I do to prevent flat tires? The first step is getting a good bicycle floor pump. These usually include gauges and are made to inflate tires faster and easier than the pump you carry on ...

As soon as I start riding regularly, my knees ache. Any suggestions? If your knees hurt only after riding, and not when you’re walking and doing everyday things, there’s an excellent ...

Do those off-road bike tires with almost no tread really work? Yes, but whether or not they’re right for you depends a lot on where and how you ride. Semi-slicks are among the lightest ...

Is it okay to ride in sneakers? Sure. They’re great for casual riding because they’re comfortable, stylish and ideal for walking when you’re off the bike. The more you get into ...

How do I know what type of bike to buy? Our suggestion is to come in and look at a few. We’ve got great bike models for every type of cycling and we can explain the differences and even ...

What’s the best way to prevent bike theft? Believe it or not, most stolen ...