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Disc vs Rim Brakes: What You Actually Need
Disc vs Rim Brakes: What You Actually Need
Mechanical vs Hydraulic Disc Brakes - And Why You Might Not Need Either Disc brakes dominate modern bike marketing. Scroll through product pages and you’ll see it everywhere: mechanical disc brakes, hydraulic disc brakes, and bold claims about stopping power....
Why You Won’t Find Coaster Brakes on Our Bikes
Why You Won’t Find Coaster Brakes on Our Bikes

We get it. Coaster brakes are simple, clean, and intuitive. But since we started building bikes back in 2011, we’ve been hyper-focused on safety. And for us, coaster brakes represent a dealbreaker: a single point of failure that’s too big to ignore.

Bicycle Gearing Options: What You Actually Need (And What You Don’t)
Bicycle Gearing Options: What You Actually Need (And What You Don’t)

More gears don’t always mean better. Learn why gearing range matters more and find the best bicycle gearing options for your ride.

Don’t Get Spoked! 10 Common Bike Buying Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Don’t Get Spoked! 10 Common Bike Buying Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Avoid these 10 common bike-buying mistakes and find the perfect ride! Learn expert bike buying tips to match your style, budget, and comfort needs.

What’s a Good Bike for a 5-Mile Commute with Hills?
What’s a Good Bike for a 5-Mile Commute with Hills?

5 miles is an absolutely doable distance for a commute by bicycle. But it can get trickier with hills. Here are the best bikes for the job.