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Bike Gears Explained: How Do Bicycle Transmissions Actually Work?
even those without a gear shifter. A single-speed bike, also known as a fixed bike, has one cog attached to the rear wheel, which is powered by a chain and chainring with pedals. You pedal the ...
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A steel fixed-gear machine is the only bike you’ll ever need – here’s why
In a world of readily available carbon-frame bikes with 12-speed cassettes and compact cranks that allow you to spin up your ...
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How to Clean and Lube Your Bike Chain
But doing this can keep your bike rolling properly, and it will extend the life of both the chain and the drivetrain (that is, all the gears the bike chain touches). This is also a good time to ...
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E-Bike Tech: Chain Drive Vs. Belt Drive – Which One Should You Choose?
In fact, the first chain-driven bicycle was invented all the way back ... causing premature wear on your gears, or worse, snapping and leaving you stranded in the middle of the road.