Hybridbike
Hybridbikes are used not only for cycling, but also for everyday use such as commuting to work or school, as they are less serious than road bikes but still offer a sporty ride.
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Essential Apparel & Accessories for Enjoying Bike Rides in the Rain
Rain can be a major challenge for cyclists who ride exposed to the elements. This article introduces essential apparel and accessories to help you enjoy riding even in wet conditions.
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Advantages and disadvantages of an anagaki saddle
Holey saddles reduce crotch chafing and buttock pain on road bikes. We summarize its advantages and disadvantages.
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How to pair an ANT+ phone with an ANT+ sensor
This is a summary of how to pair an ANT+ phone with an ANT+ sensor. Also how to respond if pairing or data reception does not work.
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Should I use disc brakes or rim brakes?
Disc brakes are coming of age, and conventional rim brakes such as caliper brakes and V-brakes. This article summarizes the differences between them and which is better.
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Long Arch Brake Features and Upgrade Methods
Long arch brakes are used on road bikes and Hybrid bikes with large tires. Here is a summary of their features and how to upgrade them.
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What kind of brand is "dhb" for sports and cycle wear?
What kind of sports and cycle wear brand is dhb, and what are the characteristics of dhb's clothing and item lineup?
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What does "C+number" in bicycle wheel product names mean?
Some manufacturers include the "C+ number" format, such as C15 or C18, in the product name of their bicycle wheels. In this article, we will explain the "C+ number" of wheels.
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Types and Differences of Brakes for Sports Bicycles
Sports bicycles are equipped with various types of brakes. Here is a summary of each brake, its features and differences, advantages and disadvantages, and which brake bike you should buy in the future.
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Chest vs Arm Heart Rate Sensors: What's the Difference?
There are two types of heart rate sensors used for road bike training, the chest type and the arm type. The following is a summary of the differences between the two types and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Shimano Hybrid Bike Component Grades Summary
The following is a summary of the grades of Shimano components (for Road bike and MTB) used in hybrid bikes. There are also points to choose from when comparing hybrid bikes from a component perspective.
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Advantages and disadvantages of clincher tires
Clincher tires are widely used on bicycles, from city bikes to road bikes and other sports bikes. The following is a summary of their advantages and disadvantages.
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The higher the grade, the better it works! Brake shoe types and interchangeability
Of all the bicycle parts, brake shoes are the most frequently replaced along with tires and tubes. The following is a summary of the types of brake shoes and notes on compatibility, which are said to work better if they are used at the top level.
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Summary of KMC's chain types
KMC chains are popular because of their good shifting performance and high cost performance, and we have compiled a list of the types of KMC chains and the gears they support.
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How to prevent crotch gap in women on road bikes
One of the major concerns of women who ride road bikes is crotch sores. Women's delicate zones are sensitive and can cause more pain and discomfort than men. In this article, we have compiled a list of ways to prevent crotch sores in women.
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How to turn your iPhone into a high-performance cycle computer
Cycle computers are used to collect detailed data such as speed and heart rate on road bikes, but in fact, you can turn your iPhone into a high-performance cycle computer with just a few additional items.
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Why Riding Your Bike Won't Help You Lose Weight
If you've been following a bicycle diet for a while, there will come a time when you think, "I'm running, but I'm not losing weight! In this article, we'll take a look at the surprising reasons why you don't lose weight the more you ride. In this article, we'll take a look at the surprising reasons why you can't lose weight the more you ride.
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When would you upgrade the drivetrain on a road bike?
Surprisingly, it is difficult to know when is the best time to upgrade the drivetrain on a road bike. In this issue, we take a look at when to upgrade.
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Essential Tools You Need for a Custom Bike Build
If you're building a road bike from scratch with individual parts, also known as a "custom bike build," here's a list of essential tools you must have.
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Important Points to Know Before and After Buying a Carbon Frame Road Bike
Carbon frame road bikes are popular for their lightweight and aerodynamic shapes. This article outlines important considerations before purchasing and after owning a carbon road bike.
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Front Derailleur Types and Differences
Front derailleurs can significantly change the overall gear ratio of a bike. This article summarizes the differences between various types.
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Indexed (SIS) vs Friction Shifters: Differences, Pros, and Cons
Bicycle shifters come in two main types: indexed (SIS) and friction. This article compares their differences, advantages and disadvantages, and what to consider when upgrading.
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Types of Disc Brakes for Road Bikes
This page summarizes the types of disc brakes that can be installed on road bikes. Differences in mechanisms, rotors, and wheels/frames to install.
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Should You Customize Your Hybrid Bike to Be Road-Style or MTB-Style?
When customizing a Hybrid Bike, one common dilemma is whether to go for a road-style or MTB-style build. This article explains how the best customization approach can vary depending on your bike's original design.
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What Kind of Brand is ARTEK?
Here's an overview of the brand ARTEK, often seen on affordable hybrid bikes and their brake components.
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Road Bike Gear Shifting Speeds: Pros and Cons of Upgrading
The higher the grade of road bike components, the more gear shifts are available. In this article, we will look at the advantages and disadvantages of upgrading to a higher grade of component and increasing the number of gear shifts.
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Road Bike to Disc Brakes Conversion: Parts Needed and Buying Tips
Disc brake-equipped road bikes have been on the rise in the past few years. "For those who want to try out disc brakes but don't want to buy a new bike, we've put together a list of the parts you'll need to buy disc brakes and the points to keep in mind when buying.
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Changing Bicycle Tire Size and Thickness: 3 Key Points
Tire customization is a fun way to change the riding experience for a cost of about $100. When replacing tires, there are three points to keep in mind when changing the size and thickness of your bicycle tires.
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Preventing Bicycle Chain from Falling Off - Tips and Tricks
A common problem with road bikes, hybrid bikes, and other bicycles with a front shifting function is the chain falling off. Here are some tips on how to prevent the chain from falling off.
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Converting Your Road Bike to Gravel: Key Points to Consider
Gravel roads are becoming more and more popular as they can be enjoyed both on paved roads and slightly off-road. In this article, we have compiled a list of points to check when converting your current road bike to gravel.
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Bluetooth Ant+ sensor: Turn your phone into a cycle computer
This is a summary of Bluetooth Ant+ sensors, which can turn your phone into a cyclocomputer or add sensors to your cyclocomputer. How to find a sensor, compatible apps, and what to look for when choosing one.
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ANT+ for Connecting Cycle Computers to External Sensors
The sensor sends a variety of data to the cycle computer. There are many advantages of ANT+ sensors for bicycles, such as no pair required and the ability to connect multiple units simultaneously.
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Which Data Source Is Best for a Cycling Computer?
Modern cycling computers use a variety of data sources, including sensors and satellite positioning, to track ride data. This article summarizes the pros and cons of each data source and how to choose the right one.
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Choosing a Bike Computer Based on Its Display
One of the most important factors when choosing a cycling computer is the display. This article covers what to look for in a display and how to choose based on screen size.
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Smartwatch vs Cycle Computer: Which is Better for Cycle Training?
Recently, more and more models of smartwatches have cycle training functions. In this article, we will examine whether smartwatches can replace cycle computers.
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Smartwatch as Heart Rate Monitor for Cycling Controller
This is a summary of how to use a smartwatch as a heart rate sensor for a cyclocomputer. If you meet the conditions on the cyclocomputer side and the conditions on the smartwatch side, you can display the heart rate data on the cyclocomputer with the smartwatch alone, without having to buy an additional heart rate sensor.
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SPD vs SPD-SL: Understanding the Binding Standards
A thorough explanation of the differences between SPD and SPD-SL, Shimano's binding shoe and pedal standards! Power efficiency, ease of walking, and how to choose the right one for your application are all covered.
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Wahoo Cycle Computers: In-depth Comparison & Summary
A thorough comparison of Wahoo's cycle computers, which are very popular for their high performance and high cost performance compared to other cycling computers. Here is a summary of the differences in features and performance between the new and old models.
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How to choose and recommend a Bluetooth ANT+ sensor
We have compiled a list of recommended Bluetooth ANT+ sensors that are currently available in Japan, as well as how to choose and what to look for when selecting a Bluetooth ANT+ sensor.
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4 Reasons Why Tube Replacement Is Better Than Patch Repair for Road Bike Flats
Flat tires are a risk all cyclists face, whether riding a road bike or a city bike. While road bikes are designed to make flat repairs easier, there are strong reasons why replacing the tube is better than using a patch, especially when you're out on a ride.
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Gravel Bike Group Sets from Major Manufacturers
Gravel bikes have been rapidly gaining in popularity over the past few years. While the number of complete bikes has been increasing, component makers have also started to offer specialized components for gravel bikes.
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