A bike's chain is as essential as wheels. Without either one, your bike isn't going anywhere. There are a variety of issues that crop up with bike chains that won't necessarily stop you from using your bike but may interfere with your enjoy… read more
Nothing on your bike is more important than your bicycle chain--it is literally what makes your wheels go 'round. Most novice bicyclists take their chain for granted and assume that because it's so small and simple, they don't need to spend… read more
How well your chain operates depends on the type of bike you ride, the gear you ride in, even your pedaling style. But no matter how much you try to minimize the strain on your chain, over time it will get dirty, causing minor damage to bot… read more
A problem often encountered by those who may have bought an older, used bicycle, or who are taking a bike out after years of storage, is a rusty chain. Rust needs to be removed, since it seriously impedes the efficiency of the chain and deg… read more
Like many parts of your bike--the tires and cables, for instance--the chain must be replaced on a regular basis, especially if you ride often in dirty or gritty conditions. Worn chains will "stretch," causing poor shifting, jumps between ge… read more
For a simple strand of linking metal pieces, a bicycle chain can cause a lot of headaches. A broken chain, for instance, can mean a long walk back to the trail head. Furthermore, a chain that is too long can result in sloppy shifting. Both… read more
If your bicycle is sluggish while changing gears, the problem may not be your derailleur. It could be something as simple as your bicycle chain. Bicycle chains age with wear and can even stretch over time. Instead of replacing the chain, tr… read more
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