While shifts between the sprockets on a bike's cassette are generally quite fast and crisp, going between the chainrings up front is definitely a slower, more awkward affair. In an effort to make ...

Does your chain skip between gears when you pedal, phantom shift, shift twice instead of once, or refuse to shift when you need it to? Abby Hippley, mechanic, bike builder, and former demo driver for ...

The Earth is not flat, and neither are many cycling trails. One of the major appeals of a modern mountain or racing bike is its ability to shift gears based on the terrain. Riders can choose a higher ...

Repairing your own bike can be both highly satisfying and a money-saving exercise. However, it's worth keeping in mind that we all make mistakes – and that when it comes to maintenance these can come ...

If the gears on your bike slip when you’re pedalling, or if you can’t shift into certain gears, they may need adjusting. Gear cables can stretch over time and derailleurs can be knocked out of ...

Looking to dust off your bicycle and get it back on the road after ignoring it all winter? Even for those who prefer riding to wrenching, it's not that difficult, bike mechanics say. Assuming you ...