When it comes to bikes, there are a lot of components to learn about. What makes it tougher is that they are constantly advancing, and standards are changing. Over the past decade, we have seen a lot of advances in bike design, but one of the biggest was the change in bike axle types. Not … Read more
Bike dropouts and fork ends are vital parts found on a bicycle’s frame and fork, respectively, serving as the attachment points for the wheels. Positioned at the rear of the frame and the tips of the fork blades, they feature slots or openings where the wheel axles are inserted and secured. Available in varied designs … Read more
Since its original invention by bike racer and manufacturer Tullio Campagnolo, the quick release mechanism has made removing and installing bike wheels easier and quicker for cyclists everywhere. However, the quick release does have its flaws. There are certain types of bikes for which this system isn’t ideal. Thankfully, there’s a great alternative. The thru … Read more
These days, most bikes are fitted with a specific device for holding their wheels on securely: the quick release bike wheel. “Quick release bike wheel” is a slightly misleading term. It’s not the wheel itself that is “quick release”, but the mechanism that secures it to the frame. A quick release mechanism consists of a … Read more