David Lavery Unfortunately, there’s no quick answer as to whether bike helmets expire due to time alone.
The impact of normal wear and tear means a helmet that’s been used regularly will age very differently from one kept in storage, so there’s plenty more to understand as to when a bike helmet “expires”, and how often you should replace one.
Whilst there are a variety of different clipless pedal systems used by amateurs and pros alike, Shimano’s SPD and SPD-SL clipless pedals are perhaps the most common versions used by road cyclists and mountain bikers.
In this article, we’ll be comparing Shimano’s SPD vs SPD-SL pedal and cleat systems to help you decipher which is best for your riding.
Belt drives are becoming increasingly popular for bicycles as technology improves, and belt-drive electric bikes are particularly well-suited to take advantage of the design’s unique characteristics.
If you are thinking about joining the ranks of electric bike riders, in this article, we will take a look at the different transmission systems and whether belt-drive electric bikes are superior to the traditional chain-drive system.
Anyone who has ever ridden a bike uphill will know the importance of weight. But just how much does a bike weigh?
The weight of a bike varies massively depending on its style, purpose, and quality. High-end racing bikes can hit the UCI’s minimum weight limit of 6.8 kg (15 lbs) or even less, while beefy downhill mountain bikes can weigh as much as 20 kg (44 lbs).
This answer isn’t very satisfying for any budding “weight-weeny” cyclists out there, however, and there’s a whole lot more vital information to know about average bike weights when you scratch beyond the surface.
Cycling has never been short of unsung heroes.
On this occasion, though, it’s not a devoted domestique we’re talking about. Instead, it’s that most unglamorous of cycling life-savers: chamois cream.
Whether you’re a seasoned saddle warrior or just getting your feet wet in the world of two-wheeled adventures, we’re here to reveal the secrets of this nectar for your nether regions.
There’s no denying that Peloton has revolutionized the way we work out.
However, life sometimes takes unexpected turns, and your fitness goals or circumstances may change. If you feel it’s time to make a change to your exercise regime, knowing how to cancel your Peloton subscription quickly and easily is a life-saver.
With so many options available, choosing the right type of bicycle can be a daunting task.
Cycling is more than just a mode of transportation; it’s a lifestyle, a sport, and a means of adventure.
If you’re new to the world of cycling or looking to expand your knowledge about all the diverse types of bicycles on offer, then you’ve come to the right place!
We all know that sitting at a desk for eight hours a day, pouring over yet another spreadsheet, is not at all how it was meant to be. Our bodies have evolved across millions of years and countless iterations to move and keep on moving.
The office is the opposite of this, but step forward the growing phenomenon of cycling at desks!
In this article, we examine the 6 vital steps for cyclists who’ve fallen off bikes, from taking care of the immediate situation to dealing with the longer-term issues that can make getting back out on the roads daunting.
When Strava was first released way back in 2009, few cyclists could have imagined just how ubiquitous it would become in the community.
One of its unique features that really stood out amongst cyclists was the Strava KOM/QOM feature.
Though debate is raging over potential additional safety measures that could be introduced, the fact remains that danger is an inherent part of cycling. As this list will explore, many of the most infamous moments in the modern history of the Tour de France come from these shocking moments.
It is almost that time of the year where we surrender three weeks of our lives to plonk ourselves in front of the TV and let the Tour de France wash over us.
Helping us through these three weeks is a Phalanx of Tour de France commentators. They guide us through the race, explain the team tactics, and shower us with knowledge of France, its history, and its mountains.
There are some people who watch the Tour de France simply to let to let the French countryside pour over them for three weeks. And there are those who tune into the most famous bike race just to gaze longingly at the Tour de France bikes.
The Tour de France is by far the biggest cycling race in the calendar, one that transcends this niche sport, and the biggest bike and component manufacturers want their equipment in lights.
It used to be so easy. A road bike went on the road and a mountain bike was for anything that wasn’t a road.
In the modern cycling world, though, it can be difficult to answer the simple question: What is a road bike?
Even after three weeks of racing and a few thousand kilometers in the legs, sprinkled with some of the most vertiginous climbs known to man, the Tour de France can be settled by just a handful of seconds.
With the Tour de France 2023 just coming into view, let’s take a look at the 5 most dramatic finishes in Tour de France history.
Recent years have seen the growth of specialist bicycle insurance companies with policies that aim to bridge this gap and provide coverage that meets the needs of cyclists.
It is dark, wet, and cold as you try to pry a deflated tire off your rim. You no longer have any feelings in your fingers except that you know they are painful. You just want to get home after a tough day in the office but instead, you are stuck at the side of … Read more
It might not fit our romantic ideal of cycling, of man against machine and mountain, but it is an undeniable truth that numbers win bike races.
And no number is more sacred, more enshrined in cycling folklore, than the power-to-weight ratio.
Typically measured in Watts per kg (W/kg), it is a measure of the power a cyclist can generate relative to their body weight.