Below are all the Two Wheels Better guides to cycling, from finding the right bike, to discussing gear, to practical tips and tricks.
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Bike questions & beginners’ guides
- Mountain Vs. Hybrid Bikes: A Beginner-Friendly Comparison
- Dutch Bikes vs. Beach Cruisers (Not As Similar As You’d Think…)
- These 9 Things Make Some Bicycles Faster Than Others
- Getting The Perfect Single-Speed Gear Ratio (Beginner’s Guide)
- Hybrid Tires On A Road Bike? (Yes, But Watch For This…)
Clothing
- Do You Really Need Cycling Shorts?
- How To Choose Rain Pants For Bike Commuting (The Features That Actually Matter)
- Biking Jeans For Men: What To Wear In 2024
- What To Wear For (Urban) Cycling In The Rain
Parts & accessories
- Why Won’t My Bicycle Shift Gears? (Common Issues Explained!)
- Bike Seat Pain: Why Yours Hurts & What To Do
- Derailleur Vs. Hub Gears: What’s Best For Your City Bike?
- Pannier, Basket, Or Backpack: What’s Best For Your Bike Commute?
- Your Bike Probably Needs Fenders (But Here’s How To Know)
Cycling tips, lifestyle & misc.
- Why Cycling Makes Your Glutes Hurt (& What You Can Do About It)
- How To Use Google Maps Bike Lanes Like A Pro
- Underbiking: What It Is & Why You’ll Love (To Hate) It
- Riding A Motorcycle Vs. Bicycle: Ease, Safety, Cost & More
- Cycling & Fat Loss: Here’s What You Can REALLY Expect
Choosing & comparing bicycles
- Priority Bicycles Classic Plus Vs. Gotham Edition (How To Pick?)
- Beach Cruiser Vs. Hybrid Bike: What’s Right For You?
- The Best Bike Helmets For Big Heads (Top Picks + Full List)
- The Complete Guide To Bicycle Handlebars
- The Best Bikes For Heavy Riders: What (And Why) To Buy / Avoid In 2023
- Trek FX Vs. Verve: Complete Comparison! [2024 Update]
- Riding A Motorcycle Vs. Bicycle: Ease, Safety, Cost & More
- Single-Speed Gravel & Cyclocross Bikes: The 2024 Round-Up
- The Lightest Hybrid Bikes Of 2024: Carbon-Fiber Fitness & Commuting!
- Norco Scene Vs. Specialized Roll: It’s Hard To Go Wrong!
- Folding Bike Disadvantages: 8 Reasons To Think Twice (Plus 3 Alternatives)
- The Problems With Target Bikes (& Where To Look Instead)
- Mini Velos: A Big Guide To Small-Wheeled Bikes (2024 Update)
- A Complete Intro To Folding Bikes (Are They Right For You?)
- Is A City Bike A Hybrid? (Practical Comparison With Examples)
- The Best Belt-Drive Bikes Of 2024 (For Every Budget)
- Brooklyn Franklin Long-Term Review: The Best Classic City Bike On A Budget
- The Best Budget Commuter & City Bikes (Top Picks At Every Price Point)
- The Best Budget Hybrid Bikes (That I’d Actually Buy)
- Brompton Long-Term Review: A Refined Folding Bike, But Is It Worth It?
- Are Dutch Bikes Any Good?
- Why Rivendell Bikes Are Worth Every Penny (& Where To Find Alternatives)