All bikes with the exception of penny-farthings are geared between the crankset and the rear wheel. Most bikes will include a range of gears, so that you can choose one appropriate to where you’re ...

Gears need occasional adjustment to keep them running quietly and shifting sweetly. Here’s how to sort your shifting quickly and easily every time When you purchase through links on our site, we may ...

No vehicle, not even your own feet, can take you farther with less energy than a bike. And when a bike has multiple gears—two or three chain rings up next to your pedals and up to 11 cogs on your back ...

Proper gear shifting on an e-bike is essential for performance, battery efficiency, and ride comfort. Shifting gears correctly allows you to maintain a steady cadence, reduce strain on the motor, and ...

Derailleurs are the transmission of your bike. When you shift, they guide the chain to the correct gears. Whether you’re fixing a particular problem with your chain or simply giving the system a ...

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Imagine dusting off your old bicycle, feeling the cool metal and the rubber grips that once felt so familiar. You haven't ridden in years, and the thought of getting back on fills you with both ...