bikes and parts
BB-UN55 vs BB-UN300 – which is the better square taper bottom bracket?
In this article I’m going to delve into the BB-UN55 and what makes it one of the top choices if you’re looking for a new
Repair articles
Repairing and restoring bicycles is where it all started. On this page you can find an overview of some of the more popular articles I’ve written on the subject.
Bikes & parts
Stories about vintage bikes and their parts. View entire category
bikes and parts
The top 6 best square taper bottom brackets
In this article I’m going to cover the top 6 best square taper bottom brackets. My 1994 Cannondale Super V keeps having issues, which is
bikes and parts
The 7 best vintage Cross-Country Mountain Bikes of the 90s
In 1990 the inaugural Word Championships were held in Durango and won by Ned Overend. In this article I’m going to provide you with an
Bike restoration
From painting to polishing, if it isn’t broken doesn’t mean it can’t be upgraded. View entire category
bike restoration
The 5 best bicycle restoration tips you need to know before starting your first project
In this article I will give you the best 5 bicycle restoration tips I wish I knew before I started my first bike restoration project.
bike restoration
How to quickly install rubber handlebar grips in 2 easy steps
In this short article I’m going to explain how to install rubber handlebar grips. This short bike restoration process can be frustrating if you don’t
bike restoration
How to polish bicycle frames in 3 simple steps anyone can do
Over time, especially with bicycles decades old, the paint job on a frame can loose its luster. In this article I’m going to delve into
Bike repair
We go beyond fixing flat tires to bring you the information to get your bike going. View entire category
bike repair
The 6 best ways to fix a front derailleur not shifting to highest gear
In this article I’m going to explain how to fix a front derailleur not shifting to the highest gear. I recently installed a Hollowtech II
bike repair
2 best ways to determine chainring compatibility with your crank
In this article we’re going to delve into determining the correct chainring compatibility with your crank. If you know what to look for this is
bike repair
How to remove side to side play in rear wheel in 3 easy steps
In this article I’m going to discuss how to remove side to side play in rear wheel. The rear Spinergy Rev-x Roks wheel keeps giving
Bike maintenance
Once the bike restoration project is finished, your bike needs to receive some TLC every now and then. View entire category
bike maintenance
Bicycle chain wax vs lube – 3 reasons bicycle chain wax is the best
For me the great battle between bicycle chain wax vs lube was settled when a riding buddy said to me that he never ever cleaned
bike maintenance
How to stop v-brakes squeaking in 1 effective step
In this article I’m going to explain how to stop v-brakes squeaking. Squeaking brakes is annoying to say the least. Though it doesn’t really impair
bike maintenance
How to overhaul an old style bottom bracket in 6 easy steps anyone can do
In this article you’re going to learn how to overhaul an old style bottom bracket. Or rather, in this case, an adjustable cup-and-cone bottom bracket.
Bike catalogs
Want to know what year the bike from your favorite brand is from? You’ll find it on the bike catalog pages. View entire category
bike catalogs
Vintage GT Catalogs
Here you can find a selection of GT catalogs from 1990 up to 1998. If you’re looking for a specific model for a specific year,
bike catalogs
Vintage Kona Catalogs
Here you can find all the Kona catalogs from 1989 up to 1999. If you’re looking for a specific model for a specific year, you can
bike catalogs
Vintage Giant Catalogs
Unfortunately I was only able to find a couple of Giant catalogs. Although it’s a huge bicycle brand, finding the Giant catalogs proved to be
Restored bikes
An overview of all the bikes I have that have either been restored or bought as is. View entire category
bikes
The Complete Cannondale Scalpel Lineup (2002 – 2022)
With the purchase and subsequent restoration of my Cannondale Scalpel Team Replica from 2007 I thought it would be a good idea to dig a
bikes
Cannondale Scalpel Team Replica – from trash to treasure
I have an interesting relationship with the bikes I own, and this one is no exception. It’s a Cannondale Scalpel Team Replica from 2007, and
bikes
Cannondale Super V 1000 – restoring my dream bike
This is my Cannondale Super V and to me it’s a special bike indeed. It’s the typical story of the bike you wanted as a