Cycling Power Meters Explained (and 6 Of The Best Power Meters for 2023)

When every Watt counts, riders are constantly seeking ways to optimize their performance.

Among the tools available to 21st-century cyclists, one technology has revolutionized how the pros train and race: the cycling power meter.

Cycling power meters have emerged as a game-changer, providing precise and objective measurements of a rider’s power output in real time.

Freewheel Vs Cassette: What’s The Difference?

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.

Friction Shifting Explained: What Is Friction Shifting On A Bike?

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

The Oval Chainring Explained: Is Oval Better Than Round?

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

Triathlon Bikes: What Is A Tri Bike, And Do you Need One For Your Triathlon?

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

What Is A Disc Wheel On A Bike?

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

Single-Speed Bikes: What Is A Single-Speed Bike, And Why Are They Useful?

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