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RESTORING THE 1950 SCHWINN NEW WORLD

We’ve restored quite a few bikes over the years.  This feature project post gives a more in depth showcase of another one of our favorites.

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FEATURE PROJECT

RESTORING THE PEUGEOT PX-10

We’ve restored quite a few bikes over the years.  This feature project post gives a more in depth showcase of another one of our favorites.

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FEATURE PROJECT

RESTORING THE CARLTON FLYER

We’ve restored quite a few bikes over the years.  This feature project post gives a more in depth showcase of one of our favorites.

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NEWS YOU CAN USE

Geared up

Gearing Explained

Gear Ratio Lingo:

Gear Ratio impacts how far the bike travels for each rotation of the crank.  A “high” gear travels farther each pedal stroke than does a “low” gear.  And of course, the farther you push the bike each pedal stroke, the more force and energy it takes to turn the crank.

Most humanoids pedal most efficiently at around 80 – 100 rotations per minute.  Multi-speed bicycle drivetrains allow riders to pedal in that sweet spot over a variety of speeds and terrain and with varying effort.

There are several terms to describe the gear ratio of different chainring and cog combinations.

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TIPS FOR AVOIDING BIKE THEFT

TIPS FOR AVOIDING BIKE THEFT

It appears that the incidence of bicycle theft has gone up dramatically since the Covidapalypse began.  This article will discuss how bikes are stolen and make some recommendations to help you avoid bike theft. It will also review the various types and models of bicycle locks available.