Sonny Evans The 2023 edition of the Tour of the Battenkill is just days away!
It will take place on Saturday 29th April 2023 in Greenwich, Washington County, New York.
Cycling enthusiasts from across the world are gearing up for what promises to be another thrilling event.
Freewheel? Cassette? Freehub? Ever heard of them?
They’re vital components on a bike. So if you don’t know (or want to learn more) you’re in the right place!
On any bike, there is a set of multiple sprockets that attaches to the hub on the rear wheel. The rear cogs consist of one of two different systems: freewheel vs cassette.
Imagine a time before your trusty Shimano indexed shifters. Everything’s normal until you approach a steep hill. You look down towards your handlebars and see nothing to help you change gears – except for these strange-looking twisty levers on your down tube. These are friction shifters. They’re old-school bike shifters and were the standard until Shimano … Read more
Chainrings are integral to powering your bike. They transmit the power you create by turning the pedals and cranks to the rear wheel via the chain. They also optimize your pedal power by utilizing different gear ratios for different terrains and gradients. They’re conventionally circular – but oval chainrings are becoming more and more popular. But what … Read more
A triathlon is an endurance multisport race consisting of swimming, cycling, and running over various distances. But triathlon cycling has some key differences from most professional bicycle racing – not least in the form of purpose-built triathlon bikes. This article is your one-stop shop for all you need to know about tri bikes. We’ll be … Read more
Ever watched track cycling in the Olympics and wondered why they have those peculiar-looking disc wheels? Well, you’ve come to the right place! To get you up to speed on disc wheels, we’ll be covering: What Is A disc wheel? What’s The Difference Between Disc Wheels And Road Bike Wheels? How much faster are disc … Read more
You’ve probably heard of fixed-wheel bikes – or “fixies” – with no freewheel component and only a single gear to ride with. But what’s a single-speed bike? Surely it’s the same as a fixed wheel, as the clue’s in the name? Wrong! Although there are some similarities between the two, there are also some distinct … Read more