Samuel Brown Fuji has a long and fascinating history that includes producing some of the Bike Boom’s most popular rides. After establishing dominance in Asia, Fuji flew under the radar in the American market until the Bike Boom of the ’70s. Following a period of Japanese bike stardom, Fuji had a tumultuous 20-year period that ended in bankruptcy. The … Read more
Disc brakes have taken the cycling world by storm. Once dominated by rim brakes, even road cyclists are now turning to the consistency and stopping power of disc brakes. Even some budget mountain bikes and mid-tier road bikes now come with disc brakes. Not all disc brakes are the same, however. One of the key … Read more
Mountain bikes are modern engineering marvels. But with so many performance-enhancing components on the market, you might wonder which mountain bike upgrades are worth your hard-earned cash. Mountain bike upgrades can range from straightforward component swaps to ride-altering performance upgrades. Unfortunately, with so many options on the market, it’s hard to know where to invest … Read more
Gravel bikes have been the hot new thing in the cycling world in the last few years. If you’ve felt the call of gravel beckoning you into unpaved territory, you might begin your search for a gravel bike only to be met with wallet-gouging prices. Unfortunately, we all know that buying a quality bike is … Read more
Cycling is a sport of numbers. A quick look at your bike’s geometry specs will reveal enough numbers to make your head spin. The humble wheel is no exception. Of all your bike’s components, the wheels and tires may be the most important. They are, after all, the link between you and the tarmac. Whether … Read more
