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Author: Erik Bassett

Erik Bassett is the founder and editor of Two Wheels Better. He draws on three decades of cycling and scooter experience to help you find the right ride, incorporate it into daily life, and safely enjoy the journey.

Hybrid Bikes With Drop Bars? Think Again!

On the right bike, drop bars make you a more powerful and aerodynamic rider. They even offer more hand positions for all-day comfort. But on the wrong bike, they can…

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Cyclocross Bikes: Decent Commuters, But Not For Everyone

Wherever there’s a large contingent of bike commuters, you’re bound to see some cyclocross (CX) bikes in the mix. They’re rugged, readily available, (usually) accessibly priced, and often versatile enough…

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How To Use Google Maps Bike Lanes Like A Pro

Most of us can’t take good bike infrastructure and safe routes for granted. Even for local trips, it often takes some planning to find a suitable route. To that end,…

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Commuting On A Mountain Bike: Caveats & Top Tips

The best way to try bike commuting is with the bike you already own. And for some of us, what’s on hand is a mountain bike. But when you look…

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Mechanical Vs. Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Pros, Cons & How To Choose

Ideally, braking is intuitive and totally unsurprising. When obstacles loom, you shouldn’t have to think about whether or how your brakes will respond. Riding experience and proper maintenance will always…

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Riding Hybrid Bikes Off-Road: Here’s What You Need To Know

Hybrid bikes are fun, cost-effective, and available at every price point. They’re especially versatile, too…but that doesn’t mean they can tackle all terrain. So, if you like to (literally) venture…

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Can I Ride My Bicycle On The Sidewalk? (It’s Not That Simple…)

Figuring out sidewalk cycling laws can be frustrating, but it’s critical for everyone’s safety. Local laws often allow bicycling on the sidewalk in some cases, but prohibit it in others.…

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How To Carry Things On Your Electric Scooter (Backpack vs. Bag?)

Backpacks are cheap and effective, so keep a packable one handy for unexpected errands A few rear racks are available, but compatibility and capacity are limited Be careful hanging bags…

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E-Bike & E-Scooter Charging Cost Calculator

We all know electric bikes and electric scooters are energy-efficient, but just how little can you plan to spend? I wondered exactly the same thing, so I built this electric…

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Underbiking: What It Is & Why You’ll Love (To Hate) It

There’s an off-road arms race afoot. Ever more advanced bikes on ever gnarlier trails, always aiming for “more” in both respects. It’s kinda fun. But it’s also expensive to keep…

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