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Belt Drive Bikes: Gimmick or the Future of Cycling?

March 24, 2026September 6, 2023 by Jack Gazeley

In the world of cycling tech, there always seem to be new things that offer the potential to either revolutionize the industry…

Categories Bike Parts Explained, Types Of Bicycle Tags belt drive, bike chain, bike maintenance, chainring, chainset, maintenance 1 Comment

How To Remove Bike Pedals In 2 Steps [With Video Guide]

March 24, 2026June 22, 2022 by Tom Fortune

Knowing how to remove bike pedals is a skill all cyclists should have. You may think it’s an easy job (and it can be!), but there’s still a method to be followed to get it right.  There are a few reasons why you might want to remove your bike’s pedals. You may want to swap … Read more

Categories Maintenance Guides Tags maintenance, pedals 1 Comment

Complete Guide To Bike Chain Length: How To Size A Bike Chain

March 24, 2026May 25, 2022 by Tom Fortune

Having the right chain length on your bike is vital. If your chain is too long, you stand more chance of it dropping off the chainring while you ride. This is especially the case for mountain bikers riding rough terrain. On the other end of the spectrum, if your chain is too short it could … Read more

Categories Maintenance Guides Tags bike chain, chain length, maintenance Leave a comment

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