As a new electric scooter rider, you’ll probably find yourself making two categories of mistakes. The first kind are issues of awareness. There’s a lot going on around you, in…
Author: Erik Bassett
Think Twice About Buying A Bike On Amazon (& Where Else To Look)
The inventory of most local bike shops pales in comparison to what you see on Amazon. Every common style, from a gazillion brands, often with free shipping to boot. That’s…
Why Won’t My Bicycle Shift Gears? (Common Issues Explained!)
Whoever said “it’s as easy as riding a bike” clearly never dealt with one that just wouldn’t shift. It’s extremely frustrating, but fortunately, it’s usually simple to fix. We’ll take…
Are Electric Scooters Waterproof? (What Every Rider Needs To Know)
The water resistance of electric scooters is a little more complicated than you might think. At the risk of sounding like an equivocating lawyer…”What do you mean by waterproof? Does…
Why Is My Electric Scooter Going Slow? (5 Things To Check Now!)
It’s frustrating when you could swear your electric scooter’s slower than before, yet nothing is visibly wrong. But what might be going on, and more importantly, what can you do…
How To Turn Your Road Bike Into A Commuter (Complete Guide)
It’s certainly possible to commute on a road bike. It may be ideal for a very long commute (e.g., 10-15 miles or more). After all, road bikes are great for…
Do All Bike Seats Hurt? (& What To Do About Yours)
Nothing rains on your parade like a painful saddle. We’ve all experienced it at times. But for some of us, it’s so persistent that we start to take it for…
Every Type Of Bike Shifter (Explained For Beginners)
On a bicycle, shifting gears is simply a matter of retracting or releasing derailleur cables. But you might be surprised how many ways there are to accomplish that simple task!…
How To Choose The Best Rain Pants For Bike Commuting (The Features That Matter!)
If you want to bike to work in normal clothes, then rain pants are a must-have. They’re overkill for a drizzle, but worth their weight in gold when the clouds…
How To Bike Commute In The Rain (It’s Easier Than You Think!)
If the rain makes you second-guess the wisdom of biking to work, you’re not alone. Right after traffic and hills, it’s the most common reason I hear for choosing other…
