If you’ve ever considered a folding bike, then you’ve probably encountered Dahon. In fact, it’s one of the most popular folding bike brands on the planet. After test-riding a few…
Category: Bicycles
Tire Pressure: What Bike Commuters Need To Know
Getting tire pressure just right can transform how your bicycle commute feels. Too hard, and you get a harsh ride with poor traction. Too soft, and it’s hard work that…
Pannier, Basket, Or Backpack: What’s Best For Your Bike Commute?
Every new bike commuter has to figure out the same question: what’s the easiest way to safely haul my things to work? The right set-up makes this a breeze. Carrying…
Mini Velos: A Big Guide To Small-Wheeled Bikes (2022 Update)
If you’ve spent much time in large cities, especially in Asia, you’ve probably noticed adults riding surprisingly small-wheeled bikes. Some have the conspicuous hinges of folding bikes. But, with a…
Your Bike Probably Needs Fenders (But Here’s How To Know)
As a new cyclist, fenders puzzled me. Some bikes include them. Some bikes don’t. And most bike shops have half a wall covered in aftermarket fenders. What gives? They’re so…
Folding Bikes: What You Need To Know Before You Buy
Folding bikes fit a ton of utility into amazingly little space. That’s mostly thanks to ingenious design, but it also requires some compromises. After owning one long-term, testing several more,…
Bicycle Dynamo Hubs & Lights (Commuter’s Guide + Recommendations)
Ever forget to charge your lights, or trying to eke a few more minutes out of a super-low beam? Or remember to charge them…only to forget to put them back…
Your Commuter Bike Questions, Answered
Commuting by bicycle is just unusual enough that it’s hard to find good, concise, and practical information. Many of us don’t know anyone who regularly bikes to work. If we…
Is Bike Commuting Worth It? (My Real Experience)
For all the benefits of bike commuting, it has some notable disadvantages. And it’s certainly not the typical way of life here in North America–or, really, most other places. So,…
How Many Gears Does A Commuter Bike Need?
A single speed suffices for flat terrain For mild to rolling hills, most commuters can manage with a 3-speed internally-geared hub or a 7-speed derailleur If you’ll also ride off-road,…
