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Does it matter what way the tires go if no directional arrow?

answered May 14, 2019 at 17:48

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Removing looped rim tape (rim strip) for reuse

answered Sep 17, 2022 at 21:22

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When does a Marathon Plus tire (not) need replacing?

answered Jun 14, 2016 at 18:22

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Is it annoying to carry a backpack when riding a road bike?

answered Sep 26, 2017 at 14:32

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Biking across a four-lane bridge - Why was I wrong to bike across the bridge?

answered Mar 2, 2017 at 2:39

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How to gain confidence with new "big" bike?

answered Nov 7, 2016 at 20:49

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Should I change my Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyre?

answered Apr 25, 2018 at 17:00

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Three-way hex driver that I can lock to something?

answered Sep 2, 2022 at 18:43

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Are 26'' wheels and tubes a thing of the past?

answered Nov 23, 2023 at 8:55

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Aluminum seatpost broken into a steel frame

answered Feb 15, 2023 at 17:30

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Should I buy a CX bike or a Road bike?

answered Aug 31, 2016 at 21:02

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Cleaning sand out of brifter

answered Jun 21, 2023 at 19:33

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Rear derailleur not staying on largest gear

answered Jun 22, 2023 at 6:53

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Bicycle access options for a week-long stay in Paris

answered Apr 4, 2018 at 19:55

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What is a good way to mount / secure a regular backpack, while commuting?

answered Apr 4, 2019 at 13:50

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Does this chain seem short? Does this photo indicate any obvious drivetrain issues?

answered Sep 7, 2023 at 18:37

4 votes

Why use embrocation versus just oil?

answered Sep 30, 2016 at 17:45

4 votes

Touring on a Tri bike?

answered Aug 17, 2016 at 17:21

3 votes

Clicking with each pedal stroke, warranty?

answered Jun 16, 2017 at 19:35

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How can I make better use of the dead space under my bottle cages?

answered Mar 2, 2018 at 16:51

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What can cause the front wheel to lock up when going over a small bump?

answered Jun 4, 2019 at 21:12

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Wilier Zero9 bottom bracket

answered Dec 10, 2018 at 21:03

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Aluminum seatpost broken into a steel frame

answered Feb 22, 2023 at 15:20

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Trying out saddles in the UK

answered Feb 8, 2018 at 21:11

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Hydraulic disc brakes not sticking after replacing pads and bedding in

answered Aug 21, 2017 at 16:50

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Five flats in 4 months on new Giant Contend3 (XL)?

answered Feb 17, 2017 at 18:26

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Tick sound on every pedal only for 5 minutes

answered Oct 17, 2016 at 17:03

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Should disc brake rotors be removed when packing bike for travel?

answered Nov 12, 2015 at 13:41

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What can bald guys do to prevent helmet sunburns?

answered Apr 25, 2017 at 15:16

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Invested too much in my car! How can it be worth cycling to work?

answered Mar 12, 2018 at 20:48

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35 Answers

Does it matter what way the tires go if no directional arrow?

Removing looped rim tape (rim strip) for reuse

When does a Marathon Plus tire (not) need replacing?

Is it annoying to carry a backpack when riding a road bike?

Biking across a four-lane bridge - Why was I wrong to bike across the bridge?

How to gain confidence with new "big" bike?

Should I change my Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyre?

Three-way hex driver that I can lock to something?

Are 26'' wheels and tubes a thing of the past?

Aluminum seatpost broken into a steel frame

Should I buy a CX bike or a Road bike?

Cleaning sand out of brifter

Rear derailleur not staying on largest gear

Bicycle access options for a week-long stay in Paris

What is a good way to mount / secure a regular backpack, while commuting?

Does this chain seem short? Does this photo indicate any obvious drivetrain issues?

Why use embrocation versus just oil?

Touring on a Tri bike?

Clicking with each pedal stroke, warranty?

How can I make better use of the dead space under my bottle cages?

What can cause the front wheel to lock up when going over a small bump?

Wilier Zero9 bottom bracket

Aluminum seatpost broken into a steel frame

Trying out saddles in the UK

Hydraulic disc brakes not sticking after replacing pads and bedding in

Five flats in 4 months on new Giant Contend3 (XL)?

Tick sound on every pedal only for 5 minutes

Should disc brake rotors be removed when packing bike for travel?

What can bald guys do to prevent helmet sunburns?

Invested too much in my car! How can it be worth cycling to work?