A review of different types of bike cases for air travel, by budget and protection level to determine which bike bag is best to prevent any damage in transit.

Oct 21, 2008 – Helen Smeaton

Avoid problems and potential accidents on the trail with regular pre-ride bike maintenance checks, which take minutes but could save hours.

Oct 14, 2008 – Helen Smeaton

Tubeless tires offer many advantages over the traditional inner tube/tire system, not least the avoidance of punctures, but many cyclists reject them. Why?

Sep 27, 2008 – Helen Smeaton

A brief overview of bicycle geometry, the complex science underlying the design of frames and forks, which affects every aspect of a bike's ride.

Oct 25, 2007 – Jon Sparks

Explains the main types of disc brakes for bicycles and the different fitting systems. Discusses whether you can fit disc brakes to your existing bike.

Oct 5, 2007 – Jon Sparks

Tyres are the contact zone between bike and road. Tyres define the ride. Changing tyres is the quickest, easiest way to adapt a bike to different uses.

Apr 24, 2007 – Jon Sparks

Guidelines on the pros and cons of different methods of carrying and consuming drinks for road cycling and mountain biking.

Mar 23, 2007 – Jon Sparks