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Why are long haul touring bikes sold with 9-speed drivetrains?

asked Jan 22, 2022 at 12:46

16 votes

4 answers

3k views

Pro and cons of "torsion based" torque wrenches

asked Feb 17, 2022 at 7:31

13 votes

1 answer

1k views

Do "durable" brake pads accelerate the wear on the rotors?

asked Mar 25, 2023 at 22:10

13 votes

1 answer

3k views

What is linkglide/cues and how do they differ from existing standards?

asked Oct 25, 2023 at 6:17

10 votes

3 answers

3k views

What is the purpose of bedding in disc brake pads? And what if the procedure is not followed?

asked Oct 30, 2023 at 8:08

10 votes

4 answers

3k views

Are helmets with visor good in the rain with prescription glasses?

asked Mar 30, 2023 at 8:16

9 votes

5 answers

2k views

What are the drawbacks of having wider tires on endurance road bikes, as they may offer the same rolling resistance with lower pressure/more comfort?

asked Dec 16, 2023 at 11:36

9 votes

2 answers

3k views

10-teeth/9-teeth Sprocket Efficiency Losses

asked Jun 14, 2022 at 21:47

9 votes

0 answers

212 views

Longitudinal play in the lower of the front suspension

asked Dec 9, 2022 at 10:32

8 votes

2 answers

880 views

Are small, portable medium-pressure washers susceptible to damaging some components when washing a bike (like with high-pressure washers)?

asked Jan 9, 2023 at 11:55

8 votes

2 answers

3k views

Having one wheel set with 6 bolts rotors and one with center locks?

asked Jan 4, 2021 at 16:49

8 votes

2 answers

756 views

What happens if sealant residues are not cleaned systematically on tubeless tires used for commuters?

asked Jul 24, 2023 at 6:42

8 votes

6 answers

3k views

Using an e-bike as part of an endurance training?

asked May 3, 2023 at 20:19

7 votes

3 answers

875 views

Purpose of some "mounting points" on a suspension fork? (left rear side, 2 eyelets)

asked Jun 11, 2023 at 14:42

7 votes

6 answers

4k views

Upgrading a entry level hybrid bike or purchasing a new better one

asked Jan 6, 2021 at 14:28

7 votes

6 answers

3k views

Rationale behind dropper posts on "SUV" e-bikes

asked Feb 15, 2023 at 8:25

7 votes

4 answers

1k views

Guidance to replace cassettes sprockets "individually"

asked Jun 30, 2022 at 10:26

7 votes

4 answers

3k views

How to clamp an e-bike on a repair stand?

asked Jul 19, 2022 at 21:38

6 votes

2 answers

214 views

What to check when trying a bike from a shop?

asked Aug 3, 2021 at 6:48

6 votes

2 answers

1k views

Used tubeless ready tires leaking air (that were used previously with tubes)

asked Sep 30, 2021 at 20:07

6 votes

2 answers

1k views

Seatpost/saddle moving down when riding

asked Dec 31, 2021 at 9:19

6 votes

3 answers

3k views

What is the role of the "safety plate" on a Shimano Hollowtech II crank?

asked Oct 12, 2023 at 14:37

6 votes

3 answers

1k views

Is a stiff chain after hot wax application a sign of a correct wax application?

asked Jul 22 at 10:36

5 votes

1 answer

329 views

Shifter requiring to press the lever fully without resistance before engaging

asked May 13, 2023 at 5:31

5 votes

3 answers

2k views

Tubeless ready tires remain porous after addition of sealant

asked Oct 12, 2021 at 16:43

5 votes

2 answers

2k views

Servicing worn out bearings cone

asked Sep 21, 2021 at 13:01

4 votes

1 answer

342 views

Is it required to clean a chain when changing the kind of wax used for lubrication?

asked May 9, 2023 at 13:38

4 votes

2 answers

1k views

Hydraulic disc brakes: is 4 pistons front/2 pistons rear a "better" combination?

asked Mar 26, 2023 at 10:38

4 votes

1 answer

220 views

How to degrease a ratchet area that is next to (sealed) bearings?

asked Jan 19 at 8:34

4 votes

1 answer

193 views

Are all top of the line components always compromising on durability in order to save weight?

asked Nov 28, 2023 at 22:48

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40 Questions

Why are long haul touring bikes sold with 9-speed drivetrains?

Pro and cons of "torsion based" torque wrenches

Do "durable" brake pads accelerate the wear on the rotors?

What is linkglide/cues and how do they differ from existing standards?

What is the purpose of bedding in disc brake pads? And what if the procedure is not followed?

Are helmets with visor good in the rain with prescription glasses?

What are the drawbacks of having wider tires on endurance road bikes, as they may offer the same rolling resistance with lower pressure/more comfort?

10-teeth/9-teeth Sprocket Efficiency Losses

Longitudinal play in the lower of the front suspension

Are small, portable medium-pressure washers susceptible to damaging some components when washing a bike (like with high-pressure washers)?

Having one wheel set with 6 bolts rotors and one with center locks?

What happens if sealant residues are not cleaned systematically on tubeless tires used for commuters?

Using an e-bike as part of an endurance training?

Purpose of some "mounting points" on a suspension fork? (left rear side, 2 eyelets)

Upgrading a entry level hybrid bike or purchasing a new better one

Rationale behind dropper posts on "SUV" e-bikes

Guidance to replace cassettes sprockets "individually"

How to clamp an e-bike on a repair stand?

What to check when trying a bike from a shop?

Used tubeless ready tires leaking air (that were used previously with tubes)

Seatpost/saddle moving down when riding

What is the role of the "safety plate" on a Shimano Hollowtech II crank?

Is a stiff chain after hot wax application a sign of a correct wax application?

Shifter requiring to press the lever fully without resistance before engaging

Tubeless ready tires remain porous after addition of sealant

Servicing worn out bearings cone

Is it required to clean a chain when changing the kind of wax used for lubrication?

Hydraulic disc brakes: is 4 pistons front/2 pistons rear a "better" combination?

How to degrease a ratchet area that is next to (sealed) bearings?

Are all top of the line components always compromising on durability in order to save weight?