CNC is a cornerstone technology for creating bike components. So are hydraulic presses. In this post, I’ll give you a look at how the bike industry makes most of the components on your bike. I’ll mainly focus on CNC milling then CNC turning, the two modes of CNC machining that companies rely on for their […]
CNC Milling (Chainrings), Hydraulic press (BB Spindles), & BB Testing Read More »
The modern bike with its non-threaded stem system and requirement to cut the fork to size, relies on spacers to achieve a comfortable handlebar height. In this post we take a detailed look at the logic behind bike headset spacers—what do they really do? We also show, in fine detail, how to fine tune the
Bike Headset Spacers—Fine Tune Your Stack Height with the R520A Read More »
A Single Speed or Fixie’s heart and soul is in the crankset. Well, ok, yeah . . . the whole package matters . . . no gearing, the slight upward tilt of the bars, the high profile rims . . . But the very notion of a fixed speed is in that single chainring on
Single Speed Crankset – From Square Taper to Integrated Read More »
Welcome to the most complete exploration of narrow wide chainrings on the web. Part 1 covers general issues and the essential knowledge you need to know. In Part 2 we show how to swap out a triple (or double) chainring for a narrow wide chainring. Click here to jump directly to that. And should none
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This guide covers 2 methods to upgrade a BMX bottom bracket and crank. Method 1: Substitute a 1 piece crank and bearings for a lighter spindle and separate crank arms Method 2: Replace the 1 piece crank and bearings with an adapter and cartridge (sealed) bearings (and separate crank arms). First up, we’ll answer to
BMX Bottom Bracket & Crankset – From 1 Piece to 3 Piece (2 Techniques) Read More »
“What is an eccentric bottom bracket and how does it work?” “Is an eccentric BB on my mountain bike or my single speed a good idea?” Those questions, and more, answered right here, in the most comprehensive guide to eccentric bottom brackets around. And if you still have questions after feasting on this, be sure
Eccentric Bottom Brackets (All You Need to Know) Read More »
Welcome to your complete guide to BB86 & BB92 bottom brackets. What are they? What are the differences? And how do you install and/or remove this type of bottom bracket? You’ll find all the answers here. If you are just looking to fast-track removal or installation, the jump to the installation and removal section right
BB92 (&86) – Complete Guide to Installation and Removal Read More »
Is an oval chainring (or “elliptical chainring” for some) a Just some of the questions we answer in this complete guide. You’ll also find a comprehensive guide to Skip to the installation guide.Skip to the scientific research — Is the oval chainring just nonsense? IS IT AN OVAL CHAINRING or ELLIPTICAL CHAINRING? If you want
Oval Chainring – The Ultimate Guide Read More »
The complete guide to fat bike cranksets and bottom brackets. Make a more informed decision on the right crankset/bottom bracket combo for you or your customer’s bikes. If you want to skip ahead directly to the bottom brackets and cranksets section click on:FAT BIKE BOTTOM BRACKETSorFAT BIKE CRANKSETS Before getting to the main subject matter
Fat Bike Cranksets & Bottom Brackets Read More »
Here’s what you need to know about BB30 to be able to take advantage of this standard’s benefits minimize the well-known disadvantages install a threaded, or “BSA30” to replace your 24mm spindle And the 30mm diameter spindle is the star of this show. (Eclipsed perhaps by the recent 28.99 standard) CONTENTS Are BB30 and PF30
BB30 Bottom Bracket – Enjoy the Benefits Without the Downside Read More »
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