Mountain Bike Maintenance: Repairs, Brakes, and Gear Shifting

Keeping your mountain bike in peak condition involves regular adjustments to hydraulic disc brakes, chain tension, and Shimano shifters. Learn the difference between tube and tubeless tires and how to convert your mountain bike into a stationary exercise bike.

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Small Bike Wheels Vs. Large Bike Wheels

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Wade Shaddy

Wheel size comparisons came into play with the introduction of the 29-inch mountain bike wheel, as opposed to the standard 26-inch wheel used almost exclusively on mountain bikes for many years.

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How Do Bar Ends Work on a Bicycle?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Wade Shaddy

Bar ends are an accessory to handlebars on mountain bikes. They're the stubby additions to both ends that make your handlebars appear like the horns of a bull. They have purpose for the majority of mountain bikers, while others dislike them.