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How to Diagnose and Adjust Slow Rebound on Your Suspension Fork
Riding a fork that returns sluggishly after a compression stroke is like pedalling through honey. The front wheel feels glued to the trail, washing out across…
Set Up Your Bike’s Tyre Pressure for Grip and Speed
Tyre pressure is one of the quickest ways to change how a bicycle feels. A few psi can affect cornering confidence, braking control, comfort, puncture…
How To Replace A Broken B-Link On A SRAM Derailleur
A broken B-link can leave a SRAM rear derailleur hanging at an odd angle, unable to shift reliably or vulnerable to further damage. The B-link is the small…
How to Lubricate Your Bike’s Suspension Pivot Points
A creaking full-suspension bike can turn every rocky descent, hard pedal stroke, and body movement into an irritating soundtrack. The noise often comes from…
Remove a Stuck Cassette Without a Chain Whip
Working on your bike in the driveway after a long commute home through the inner suburbs of Melbourne or Brisbane can quickly turn frustrating when the…
Fixing a Saddle That Sits Wrong and Stops Knee Pain
Knee pain while pedalling is one of the most common complaints heard at bike shops across Australia. Cyclists in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth,…
Choosing the Right Disc Brake Rotor Thickness for Your Caliper
Disc brake rotors are available in several thicknesses, and the difference is more important than it may appear. A rotor that is too thick may fail to fit…
How to install new shifter cable housing and eliminate friction
Cyclists chasing precise, predictable gear changes often blame the derailleur or the shifter when the real culprit hides inside the shifter cable housing. Worn…
Keeping Your Pedals Off the Deck: Cornering Cleverly on Low BB Bikes
A pedal strike hits hard and without warning. One moment you're leaning a gravel bike into a fast bend, the next the inside crank arm clatters against the dirt…
How to replace a worn cassette tool and lockring for a perfect fit
A cassette tool that slips or a lockring that refuses to budge can turn a simple drivetrain service into a frustrating afternoon. Many cyclists across…