Informational Guides

Best Mountain Bikes for Halpatiokee Regional Park Whether you’re new to mountain biking or just getting back into it, shopping for a mountain bike can be intimidating. Knowing what type of bike you need for the type of riding you’ll be doing is essential. For more details on all the types of mountain bikes, read How... Read more
Almost more important than finding the right bike is finding the right helmet. Learning how to choose a bike helmet that’s right for you is imperative to your overall safety. There are many options with varying safety technologies and features you can choose from, so it’s important to know the options that are out there... Read more
Carbon wheels are a big upgrade to consider for most bike owners. What are the real differences between carbon vs alloy wheels? Are carbon wheels really worth it? Let us lay out the details for you. Alloy Wheels From a strict performance standard, carbon wheels are the way to go. However, there are many alloy... Read more
What makes a women’s-specific bike different? Unisex bikes are made to fit a variety of riders How bike availability may impact your decision Have you ever wondered, “Do I need to buy a women’s-specific bike vs. a unisex bike?” It’s a valid question that we hear a lot in the store and, depending on who... Read more
It often feels like maintaining a healthy lifestyle is a daunting challenge that is impossible to achieve in our daily lives. With the pressures of work, family obligations, maintaining our homes, and still fitting in some relaxation, too, who has time to commit to a healthy lifestyle? Guess what? We all do! Because achieving healthier... Read more
Of the three touch points between you and your bike (handlebars, saddle, and pedals), pedals are the most important contact points for transferring power to the bike. While pedals are somewhat universal in function, they vary greatly in application. As a newer rider or someone diving into a new riding style, selecting the right pedals... Read more
Why go with wireless electronic shifting on your bike? Effortless shifting, simple installation, user-friendly customization, and clean, cable-free cockpits are just a few of the benefits of electronic shifting. Electronic shifting is an excellent upgrade you can make to your current road, gravel, or mountain bike. Best part… we have a great selection of electronic... Read more
If you’re a novice cyclist, you may not be aware that there are two different types of valves on bicycle tubes: Presta and Schrader. So how do you identify which valve is which and what are the differences between Presta vs Schrader? These are commonly asked questions and we frequently answer them here at Bikes... Read more
Mountain bikers will agree that going tubeless is one of the biggest game changers for the sport in recent years. Nowadays, tubeless is the standard for mountain and gravel biking and most of these bikes are equipped with tubeless-compatible wheels and tires. Once you learn the set up, you’ll be ready to ditch tubes and... Read more
XX-Small (47cm – 48cm) 4’10” – 5’0″ Rider Height Frame Size (cm) 6’3″ – 6’6″ XX-Large (61cm – 63cm) 5’0″ – 5’3″ X-Small (49cm – 50cm) 6’0″ – 6’3″ X-Large (58cm – 60cm) 5’3″ – 5’6″ Small (51cm – 53cm) 5’9″ – 6’0″ Large (56cm – 58cm) 5’6″ – 5’9″ Medium (54cm – 55cm) Feet... Read more