Tinker Tuesdays #4: Changing a Wheel/Tyre

I can guarantee you that at some point you will have to remove a tyre... punctured tubes are perhaps the most common mechanical mishap, and tyres wear out over time warranting replacement. Furthermore, you might feel the need to change wheels sometime - perhaps an upgrade to a lighter, better set of wheels or a replacement because your old rim has had all the life dinged out of it. Whatever the reason, it's important to know how to change a wheel and/or tyre, so here's a guide showing you how.

Tinker Tuesdays #3: How to Install/Set Up a Rear Shock

There are a plethora of rear shocks to choose from on the market and with prices coming down lower and lower, upgrading can be very tempting. Rock Shox and Fox are leading the market in affordable, high performance shocks and have great ranges to choose a shock from. If you find yourself with a shiny new (or second hand!) shock on your doorstep but realise you've never fitted one before, don't stress! Here's a helpful guide to the basics of fitting and setting up a rear shock.

Tinker Tuesdays #2: Eliminating Brake Drag

The disc brake is arguably one of the best inventions to have found itself onto the mountain bike. They are powerful, lightweight, and reliable if set up and looked after properly. One of the most common issues with disc brakes is brake drag. Brake drag occurs when the caliper (the part that squeezes on the disc) isn't properly aligned on the rotor (the disc), often being set up this way. This causes the brakes to rub and drag, adding extra friction to the wheel when spinning and more wear on the brake pads. Here's a little trick on how to eliminate brake drag:

Tinker Tuesdays #1: Maintaining Your Chain

Welcome to our first Tinker Tuesday, where we will give you useful tips on extending the life of your components and keeping your bike running smooth.