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Single Speed 29er Mountain Bikes

29 inch wheels are a perfect fit for single speed mountain biking offering greater forward momentum and easier hill climbing. This article looks at the reasons why. more...

A 29er Has Bigger Wheels But is Bigger Better?

29er bikes have bigger wheels offering a smoother, faster ride. They are great for taller men and women but is bigger better for the average rider? more...

Which Type of Bike for Cycling with Children?

Active parents can enjoy all day cycling with the kids using either a child trailer, a tag along or a child's bike seat. Here's some advice on which to choose. more...

Trailer Bikes for Children with Special Needs

Children and adults with special needs can enjoy the fun of cycling by riding a trailer bike specifically designed for disabled people who cannot cycle on their own. more...

How to Choose a Tag Along Bicycle

A tag along is a specialty bike offering safe cycling for young children via secure attachment to an adult bicycle. Here's some advice on buying one. more...

Why Buy a Trailer Bike?

Trailer bikes for children enable families to cycle together in the great outdoors and teach young kids the basics of road safety whilst keeping them safe. more...

Choosing an Electric Bike Battery

Choice of electric bike battery will affect bike weight, riding distance, recharging time and battery life. Here's some advice on choosing one. more...

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What Is a Ten-Speed Bicycle?

By: Claire Lunardoni

Taking the time to understand road bike gearing and the names of bike parts will make road biking comfortable and enjoyable. more...

How to Decide Between Tandem and Single Bikes

By: Yuen Kit Mun

This article will help decide whether or not to get a tandem bike: advantages, disadvantages, types, alternatives and how to choose one. more...

The Benefits of Riding a Fixed Wheel Bicycle

By: Anthony Robson

Riding with only one gear and no freewheel might seem like madness, but there are numerous benefits to riding what is known as a 'fixed wheel' or 'fixed gear' bike. more...

How to Buy a Women's Specific Design Bike

By: Fred Hasson

Finding a good bike fit used to be a problem for many women. With today's bikes designed specifically for them, women should have no problem in getting a "dialed" fit. more...

Single and Multi Speed Folding Bicycles

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Choosing the right folding bicycle involves knowing what trade-offs to make. Here's how to decide. more...

Urban Bicycles

By: Sara E. Lewis

Hybrid bicycles used to be for those who couldn't decide if they were road cyclists or mountain bikers. Now they are in demand for commuting, fitness and green living. more...

Bikes for Women: the Frame

By: Jon Sparks

The frame is the core of every bike. This article looks at four basic frame designs: the diamond, 'lady's', mixte and compact, focusing on the needs of girls and women. more...

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