Roadbikes
Road bikes are sports bicycles designed to help you ride faster and farther. Here, we've compiled a list of topics related to road bikes, including their bodies, how to ride them, and training.
TOPICS
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Overview and Specifications of WheelTop's Affordable Electronic Groupset "EDS"
This article summarizes the features and specifications of the budget-friendly electronic groupset "EDS" newly released by the Chinese manufacturer WheelTop.
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What Is Shimano Shadow RD? Features and Benefits
What is Shimano’s Shadow RD used in their latest rear derailleurs? This article explains its features and the benefits of choosing Shadow RD.
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Shimano Chain Compatibility for Road, MTB, and Hybrid Bikes
An overview of Shimano chain compatibility across road bikes, mountain bikes, and hybrid bikes. Includes guidance on how to choose the right chain for your drivetrain.
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Road and MTB Sprockets Compatibility Overview
A guide to the compatibility between road and MTB sprockets, explaining whether they can be used together with different components.
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Types of Shimano Di2 Tools and Their Compatibility
A guide to the essential Shimano Di2-specific tools, especially the "plug tools" used for connecting components, and their compatibility with various Di2 parts.
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Shimano CUES Cassette Compatibility Guide
A detailed guide to the compatibility of Shimano CUES series cassettes. Includes an overview of compatible rear derailleurs, chains, and wheels.
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Shimano Hydraulic Brake Hose and Connector Standards Guide
An explanation of the differences between Shimano’s hydraulic brake hoses BH90 and BH59, the types of connecting bolts, and how to choose the right hose for your brake system—including key points to watch out for.
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[By Manufacturer] Types, Features, Pros and Cons of Hydraulic Brake Oils
This article explains the types of hydraulic oils used in bicycle hydraulic brakes, their characteristics, and the brake oil types used by each manufacturer.
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Types and Compatibility of Shimano Di2 Batteries
The Di2 battery is the core of the Shimano Di2 system, influencing the overall system layout. This article explains the different types and their compatibility.
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Shimano Di2 Wire Types and Compatibility
Overview of Shimano Di2 electric wire types and their compatibility with Di2 components.
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How to Identify Shimano Di2 Generations
Explains the generational differences in Shimano Di2 components and their compatibility. Includes a list of component series and their corresponding generations.
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In-Depth Guide to Shimano 12-Speed Cassette Compatibility
A detailed explanation of the key compatibility factors when using Shimano's 12-speed cassettes—specifically the required wheel (freehub) and drivetrain, which differ significantly from previous 11-speed systems.
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Perfect Guide to Shimano 11-Speed Cassette Compatibility
A detailed explanation of two key compatibility factors when using Shimano 11-speed cassettes: the required wheel (freehub) and drivetrain.
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Perfect Guide to Shimano 10-Speed Cassette Compatibility
A detailed explanation of two key compatibility factors when using Shimano 10-speed cassettes: the required wheel (freehub) and drivetrain.
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In-Depth Guide to Shimano 9-Speed Cassette Compatibility
A comprehensive explanation of two key compatibility factors when using Shimano 9-speed cassettes: the required wheel (freehub) and drivetrain.
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How to Identify Bottom Bracket (BB) Types and Choose Replacement Parts for Road and MTB Bikes
Among road and MTB bike components, bottom brackets (BBs) can be especially difficult to match with replacement parts. This article explains how to identify BB types and how to choose the right replacement parts.
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Electronic Shifting Groupsets Compatible with Mechanical Brakes
A roundup of electronic shifting groupsets that work with traditional mechanical cable-actuated brakes, instead of hydraulic disc brakes.
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Advantages, Disadvantages, and Precautions of Upgrading to a Large Pulley for Rear Derailleurs
Though a relatively niche customization, upgrading a rear derailleur to a large pulley system has gained quiet popularity. This article summarizes the benefits, drawbacks, and key precautions to take when installing one.
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Overview of Electronic Shifting Systems for Bicycles: Brands and Series
Electronic shifting is becoming increasingly popular among both road and mountain bike users. This article provides an overview of major brands and series of electronic shifting systems for bicycles.
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Emergency Solutions When You're Out of Spare Tubes
What to do when you’ve run out of spare tubes or don't have one on the road—this guide outlines emergency fixes by tire type.
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Pros and Cons of Replacing a Road Bike Chainring
While replacing a cassette is more common, swapping out a road bike chainring also has its advantages and disadvantages. This article explains the pros and cons of replacing the chainring and how it differs from cassette replacement.
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Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brake Standards and Selection Guide
Unlike mechanical brakes that only pull a cable, hydraulic disc brakes come with various standards and technologies depending on the manufacturer. This article highlights Shimano’s hydraulic disc brake technologies and standards, along with key points to consider when selecting one.
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Indoor Bike Stand Options for Road Bikes and MTBs
For expensive road bikes and MTBs, indoor storage is best for security and protection. This guide covers different types of indoor bike stands, their price ranges, features, pros and cons, and helps you choose the right one.
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TPU Inner Tube: Features, Pros, and Cons for Road Bikes and MTB
TPU inner tubes are gaining attention as the third force in bicycle tires. We summarize its features, advantages and disadvantages of using it on Road bikes and MTBs, and major manufacturers.
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Apple AirTag-Compatible Bike Security Accessories: Pros, Cons, and Top Picks
Accessories that turn Apple AirTag into a bike security tool—here’s a guide to their pros, cons, how to choose one, and top recommended products.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Rearview Radar for Road Bikes
Rearview radar for road bikes are important accessories that increase safety when cycling. The following is a summary of their advantages and disadvantages and a comparison of specifications of major products.
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Differences Between 700C Road Wheels and 29er MTB Wheels
A comparison of the similarities and differences between 700C road bike wheels and 29er MTB wheels, including key points on how to choose and the considerations when switching between these types of wheels.
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Tubeless Tape Types and How to Choose
A guide to tubeless tapes for tubeless-ready wheels, including how to choose the right tape for your wheels and a comparison of major brands.
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What is a Tire Insert? Advantages and Disadvantages
This section summarizes what tire inserts are and the advantages and disadvantages of using them, which have been attracting attention along with the spread of tubeless tires and have recently been used in professional road racing.
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Shimano disc brake pad types and compatibility
This section summarizes the types of Shimano disc brake pads, the differences between models, and compatible brake calipers.
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TPI, Compound, Tread? Understanding Bicycle Tire Specifications
When looking for items to upgrade your road, MTB, or gravel bike tires, technical terms such as TPI, compound, and pattern appear in the descriptions. At first glance, tire specifications may seem difficult to understand, but if you keep only the important details in mind, your tire selection will be enhanced.
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Torque Wrench: Advantages and Disadvantages of Torque Management
A torque wrench is a useful tool to have if you want to properly maintain your road bike or MTB. The following is a summary of what a torque wrench is and the advantages and disadvantages of torque management.
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Perfect Guide: How to Raise Tubeless Tire Bead
Bead raising is an essential task with tubeless tires. However, there are times when it is easy to raise the bead, and other times when it does not raise at all despite your best efforts. In this issue, we will introduce a method to raise the bead of a tubeless tire that will not raise, considering the cause.
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Bicycle Disc Rotor Distortion: Causes and Correction
If you hear a strange "shuffling" noise coming from the disc rotor area of your disc brake bicycle, it could be disc rotor distortion. This section summarizes why disc rotor distortion occurs and how to correct the distortion.
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Choosing a Road Bike Helmet to Prevent Head Sweat
One of the unexpected issues when riding a road bike is sweating around the head. This article summarizes how to choose a road bike helmet that helps minimize head sweat.
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Tubeless Booster and Air Pumps with Booster: Pros and Cons, how to choose
The booster simplifies bead raising, which is the most difficult part of tubeless installation. We have compiled a list of air pumps with booster(boost functions) that are reassuring to have one.
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Hookless Rim: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Considerations
Many "hookless rim" wheels are lightweight and cost-effective. What is hookless? We have compiled a list of advantages and disadvantages of hookless, as well as points to keep in mind when choosing.
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How to Handle Flat Tires with Tubeless and Tubeless-Ready Tires
Tubeless tires have seen a dramatic increase in the number of users over the past few years. Even with tubeless and tubeless ready tires, punctures cannot be reduced to zero. The following is a summary of the causes of punctures and how to deal with them.
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How to check compatible tires from wheel specs
When trying to change tire thickness on a road bike or other sport bicycle, it is important to know what tire size the wheel will allow. In this article, we will show you how to find out which tires are compatible with your wheel based on its specifications.
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What is a tubeless valve? Types and How to Choose
The tubeless valve is an essential item for tubeless use. What is a tubeless valve, tubeless valve types, and how to select one are summarized below.
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