Shimano Di2 Synchro Shift for Triathletes
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Shimano Di2 Synchro Shift for Triathletes

ByJim

Shimano’s Di2 electronic shifting has long been an excellent shifting system on road bikes, but is arguably even better on tri bikes. Eliminating the numerous twists and kinks that are inherent in aero bike cabling, while offering push button ease, offers big benefits when it comes to staying aero, reducing maintenance, maintaining cadence and improving…

How to Set-Up MTB Suspension – The Basics
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How to Set-Up MTB Suspension – The Basics

ByIan

Getting a new mountain bike is exciting. However, setting up your MTB suspension properly is as crucial to getting the most out of your mountain bike as proper bike fit. You are better off with a mediocre bike with really well set-up suspension than a really good bike with poorly set-up suspension. In other words,…

How to Prepare For A Cycling Trip – The Fundamentals
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How to Prepare For A Cycling Trip – The Fundamentals

ByFit Werx Staff

What tempts us to defy laws of physics and nature by taking risks? What compels us to step out into the unknown and conquer new things? We crave the sense of adventure. We desire the thrill of exploration and discovery. Some of the most freeing feelings we can experience. Sometimes you just need to mount a…

Why Your Mountain Bike Crank Length is Likely Too Long
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Why Your Mountain Bike Crank Length is Likely Too Long

ByIan

With few exceptions, most XC and Trail oriented mountain bikes shipped today come with 175mm cranks. While some brands spec 170mm cranks, it is often only on their smallest sizes. However, the evidence leans towards mountain bike crank lengths being too long in general. Why are current lengths not optimal for many riders and why…