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Measuring tricks

Posted on July 11, 2015 by John

We have a new article on how to perform the precise measurements needed to determine whether bicycle parts fit each other, without expensive and fragile tools. There are a number of clever tricks — for example, you can test the … Continue reading →

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Reorganization of headset tables

Posted on July 2, 2015 by John

Our tables of headset sizes have been reorganized to make it easier to determine which headset can be made to fit which frame and fork. Fork crown race seats can be milled down and head tube race seats can be … Continue reading →

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Shimano 4-speed hub gears

Posted on June 4, 2015 by John

Expanded coverage of Shimano Nexus 4-speed hub gears — we now have rebuilding information, translated from manuals in German which are the only ones we could find online — complete instructions for both the freewheeling/Rollerbrake version and the coaster brake … Continue reading →

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Shimmy, or speed wobble

Posted on May 23, 2015 by John

A new article on shimmy, or speed wobble — what it is, why it happens, how to prevent it and how to recover from it.

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More tire-sizing updates

Posted on May 14, 2015 by John

http://sheldonbrown.com/650b.html : added more info on “27 five” tires, and a photo (thanks to Aaron Goss!). http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html : added several tire sizes

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Sheldonbrown.com’s angle on the Trek quick-release recall

Posted on May 2, 2015 by John

Sheldonbrown.com’s angle on the Trek quick-release recall. This addresses technical issues which we haven’t seen covered in news reports.

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Update to the page on 26-inch tires

Posted on April 28, 2015 by John

Update to the page on “26-inch” tires — there are actually 5 common tire sizes called 26-inch and if that isn’t enough one is also called “27.5” The updates cover new developments in availability, naming and tire widths.

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New tire sizes in Gear Calculator

Posted on April 6, 2015 by John

Several tire sizes have been added to the Gear Calculator: Fatbike sizes: 26 inch tires, 26 x 3.8, 4.0, 4.25, 4.7 Wide 29ers: 29 x 2.7 and 3.0 32 inch and 36 inch (common on unicycles).

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ShelBroCo Magic Green Paint

Posted on March 31, 2015 by John

Here’s a high-tech product which deserves to be used in every new bicycle infrastructure project. The linked page gives a thorough description and videos!

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Chirridos, Crujidos y Chasquidos…Creaks, Clicks & Clunks

Posted on March 3, 2015 by John

Ahora también en español: Chirridos, Crujidos y Chasquidos… ¿Tu bici hace ruidos extraños cuando montas? ¡Este artículo intentará ayudarte a hacer que se calle! Traduccción de Pablo Zumárraga. And also revised in English: Creaks, Clicks & Clunks… Does your bike … Continue reading →

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