Cracked Head Tube: Is It Safe To Ride, And Can It Be Fixed?

Even if you take great care of your bike, unforeseen issues can arise – and a cracked head tube is a concern that demands immediate attention.

In this article, we’ll be covering the causes of head tube cracks, why the frame material is relevant, the potential dangers of riding a bike with a cracked head tube, and possible fixes that can be made to a cracked head tube (as well as questioning whether that’s really a good idea at all!).

Ultimate Bike Frame Materials Guide: Carbon Fiber, Steel, Aluminum and more

With so many options to choose from, it can often be difficult to decide which bike frame material to go for when buying a new bicycle. The cycling world has developed from steel through aluminum to carbon fiber, but what has led to these changes in popularity through the eras? Different materials all have different … Read more