• November 08. 2021

A few days ago, while on another electric bike blog (I should never do this), I stumbled upon this article titled "Why don't you want a super high-speed electric bike". I will save you from the pain of reading this article and sum it up as "You don't want a super fast electric bike, because you should be a good boy\girl, do what you should do, so you don’t do it" Don’t Destroy it for the rest of u...

• November 01. 2021

One of the most popular categories of children's bicycles is BMX, which stands for Bicycle Moto Cross. Although people usually use the BMX term ubiquitously, when you buy one, it’s important to understand that there are three different types of BMX bikes: real BMX bikes, freestyle bikes and off-road bikes or just "jumping" bikes. What is the difference between all these different types of BMX bike...

• October 25. 2021

With the widespread use of carbon fiber bicycle frames, they are becoming more and more popular in the market and are very suitable for people on a budget. These bicycles are made of a blend of carbon fiber and resin and are known for their strength and durability. However, you may be wondering how long it will last? The last thing you want to do is to spend money on a new bicycle and find that it...

• October 22. 2021

Today's best carbon composite front forks (often called "carbon fiber front forks") weigh on average about one-third of steel forks and half of aluminum forks. Therefore, it is no wonder that the proportion of front forks you see in mass-produced bicycles and aftermarkets is getting higher and higher, and they are all made of carbon. Compared with installing lighter wheels, installing carbon fiber...

• October 18. 2021

When selecting a valve stem, the main considerations are length, height, stem diameter and material. But don't get too entangled, it is a relatively easy decision-making process when deciding what is right for you. The handlebar stem seems to be a fairly standard device, but it has a huge impact on control and comfort. Getting the wrong size of the stem not only becomes a problem, but also the ste...

• October 15. 2021

Not as much as you think. When you ride for hours and climb steep hills, you may feel that the weight of the bicycle under you is seriously slowing you down. However, reducing a few ounces (which usually involves buying more expensive parts) will only save you a few seconds. This is certainly not the most effective or cost-effective way to pursue speed. Jim Gourley, a triathlete with a degree in a...

• October 02. 2021

Many factors (not just parts and labor) have led to rising bicycle costs. Expensive is a relative term: it may be a lot of money for college students, but it may not be the case for dentists. But for the sake of argument, we will think that an expensive bicycle is enough to make you think twice when buying. Market Economics The price of bicycles is partly affected by the market economy. Products w...

• September 28. 2021

Should you choose an aero bike or a light bike? Should you ride a deep wheel or a lightweight climbing ring? Assuming that we all want to be as fast as possible, we first need to consider the advantages of reduced air resistance and begin to defeat lighter and less aviation equipment. Jean-Paul Ballard is an aerodynamicist, engineer and co-founder of Swiss Side. He has served as the chief engineer...

• September 24. 2021

Come to our store and take a carbon fiber handlebar, seatpost or front fork, or better yet, pick up one of our all-carbon fiber dream machines, and you will be surprised at how light they are. However, the real surprise comes from riding. When the lightweight and beautiful miracle material transfers your more energy to the ground, the acceleration, climbing, control and even comfort dazzle you, wh...

• September 14. 2021

The three key touch points that connect you to the bicycle are: pedals, seat, and handlebars. Most cyclists spend a lot of time choosing the first two with military precision-but the best bicycle handlebars are often forgotten. Choosing the ideal handlebar for you can have a huge impact on your comfort and performance, as they play an important role in determining your position and weight distribu...