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What is a bike’s groupset?
The groupset (sometimes referred to as its “gruppo”) is the collection of all the parts involved in braking, shifting gears, and transferring power from the pedals to the rear wheel (the drivetrain). These components include: Gear/brake levers Brake calipers Front and rear derailleurs Chainset Bottom bracket Chain Cassette The groupset market is dominated by 3…
Is there a light but strong bike lock?
No! Well not really light and really strong. If you want the strongest, most unbreakable bike lock it is going to be very heavy. On the other hand, if you want a very light lock then scumbag thieves will be able to cut through it with not much more than a pair of scissors. In between these…
How to Teach Children to Ride Bikes
Riding a bike is fun and useful skill throughout life. It’s not as hard and with a little practice almost anyone can do it. You probably learned ages ago, and now it’s time to teach your child to do it as well. However, most parents usually dread it out of fear of their child possibly…
What is aggressive bike geometry?
“Bum in the clouds. Face on the floor” is one rather exaggerated description of the sort of position aggressive frame geometry throws your body into. Aggressive geometry bikes have short headtubes and steep frame angles. The former put the rider into a more aerodynamic position (lower head and flatter back) whilst the latter create a…
What’s the difference between SRAM road groupsets?
Like its main competitors Shimano and Campagnolo, SRAM has a hierarchy of groupsets with levels offering different weights, number of gears and – of course – prices! Whilst Shimano and Campagnolo have been producing bike components since the 1920s and 30s, SRAM was only founded in 1987. However, although much younder it has become know for pioneering innovations such as…
