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!).
Bike manufacturer Giant is facing a £200,000 ($246,103) lawsuit after an “inherent defect” in the fork of one of their road bikes caused it to collapse, leaving the rider with a broken back.
So, you’re in the market for a new bike with a not-so-limited budget. When it comes to premium frame materials, which is better: titanium vs carbon fiber?
Cyclists must abide by a rule imposed by the UCI that restricts the minimum weight of their bikes to 6.8 kg (15 lbs) if they wish to compete in elite races. With cycling tech advancing rapidly to shave grams off the total weight of their bike, through ultralight frames, wheels, tires, and even handlebars, it … Read more