Bike Brakes Articles & Videos

• How to Install Road Bike Brakes

  Road bicycles are the original style of bicycle and an icon of entire countries. Road bicycles are designed for paved or smooth dirt trail riding and are fast, sleek, and extremely nimble. Road enthusiasts perform a variety of maintenance o… read more

• Definition of a Cyclo Cross Bike

  Designed for durability as well as speed, cyclocross bikes are made to withstand terrain that varies from mud and dirt to gravel and asphalt, and since most cyclocross races require dismounting, cyclocross bikes are also designed to be carr… read more

• How to Do a Stoppie on a Bike

  It's known by many names, including the nose wheelie and the endo. But whatever it's called, the stoppie is a challenging move in which a bike moves along while propped up on only the front wheel--a trick you certainly should not attempt wi… read more

• How to Stop Bike Brakes From Squeaking

  While mostly an annoyance to the ear, squeaking bike brakes can indicate more technical problems. The noise is often caused by one or two problems: the brake pads and/or braking surface of the rim need to be cleaned and/or the pads themselv… read more

• How to Adjust Bike Disc Brakes

  Disc brakes are typically found on mountain bikes. They provide sure, quick stopping even when wet or dirty and are not easily knocked out of adjustment--important advantages for mountain biking. Checking and adjusting your disc brakes regu… read more

• How to Adjust Front Bike Calipers

  Effective braking is crucial to a moving vehicle, and bikes are no exception. Caliper brakes will need to be adjusted from time to time. Sluggish braking is often the result of inadequate tension upon the brake cable and/or misaligned brake… read more

• The Best Cyclocross Bike Brakes

  As anyone who races cyclocross knows, stopping quickly is just as important as riding fast in cyclocross racing. When barreling down a trail, it pays to have a reliable set of brakes to avoid crashing into a barrier or another rider. Since… read more

• Bike Brakes Maintenance

  Maintaining your bike brakes is not only necessary, but also sensible. Well-maintained brakes provide optimum stopping power, which can mean the difference between staying safe and entering the jaws of harm's way. Through general use and th… read more

• The Best Road Bike Brakes

  For some, a bike brake that works effectively is as good as any other. For others, particularly racing cyclists, investing in the best brakes is a crucial step to increasing performance and gaining an edge on the competition. Lighter, more… read more

• How to Fix Brake Discs on a Bike

  Braking in an integral part of mountain biking, and disc brakes are a great addition to any mountain bike. They increase your stopping power and give you more control of the bike. They're especially more effective than rim brakes in wet con… read more

• How to Repair Bike Brakes

  Time and wear take their toll on bike brakes. Loose cables, misaligned brake pads and crooked brake arms are all common results, which make for ineffective braking when out riding on trails or roads. Learn how to repair your bike's bakes to… read more

• How to Adjust Shimano Brakes

  Shimano brakes are known for reliability and efficiency, but even they will need to be adjusted from time to time. Through time and use, the various parts that comprise a bike brake will gradually either stretch or shift position, affecting… read more

• The Best Cross Bike Brakes

  From course to course, cross racers can expect different challenges and obstacles to overcome from sand and roots, to mud and uphill barriers. The right brake of choice is often a rider's own personal preference and often will depend on whe… read more

• How to Adjust Promax Bike Brakes

  Promax is a Chinese-owned company which makes a variety of parts for both road and mountain bike use. Handle bars, seat posts and brake systems are featured products of Promax. Mechanical and hydraulic disc brakes as well as linear pull bra… read more

• How to Adjust Road Bike Brakes

  Among the skills a home bike mechanic should acquire, knowing how to adjust his brakes ranks among the most important. Properly adjusted brakes allow the cyclist to slow or stop his machine with the greatest efficiency, which adds to the pe… read more

• How to Tighten Bike Brakes

  Bike brakes are typically located on both the front and rear of a bike and are positioned on the support uprights. Brakes are most commonly found in two configurations: cantilever and side pull. Brake pads are attached to the mechanism whic… read more

• How to Adjust Bike Brakes

  Adjusting the brakes on your bike will help it continue to operate at peak performance. Learning how to adjust the brakes yourself will save you time and money, and enhance your riding experience. Road bikes commonly use side pull brakes, w… read more

• How to Fix a Mongoose Bike Back Brakes

  It's not uncommon to experience braking problems. Your Mongoose bike brakes do a good deal of work each time you ride, and, like any bike brakes, they will need to be adjusted or even have parts replaced from time to time. Identify which ty… read more

• How to Check Bike Brakes

  Brakes are one of the most vital parts of a bike. Checking them should be a part of every cyclist's pre-ride routine. Adjustment of brakes in all their varying forms can take a while to learn, but it only takes a few moments and a good set… read more

• How to Install Bike Cables

  Learning to do your own bike maintenance can save you trips to the bike shop and some money. One of the simplest jobs is changing cables. Cables will wear out and stretch over time, so it's a good idea to replace them every year or so, depe… read more

• How to Change Bike Disc Brake Pads

  Disc brakes are the most effective type of bicycle brake. They are heavier than rim brakes, but a lot stronger and more reliable. This is why they are popular with mountain bikers. As reliable as they are, however, they still require period… read more

• How to Fix Brakes on a Bike

  Several things can go wrong with your bike brakes. If they are not rubbing the rim the right way they can create an embarrassing squeaking sound, and they can wear out your tires if any part of the brake is catching the rubber. Then there a… read more