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How to Upgrade a 9-Speed Wheel
The 9-speed wheel is used on mid-low range road bikes and hybrid bikes. We've put together a guide on how to upgrade your current 9-speed wheels to 10 or 11 speeds.
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How to Upgrade Your 8-Speed Wheel
We have compiled a list of ways to upgrade the 8-speed model wheels, which are often used for entry-level road and hybrid bikes, to 9, 10, or 11 speeds.
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Relationship Between Bicycle Gear Ratios, Cadence, and Speed
Since the engine is a human being, the bicycle seems to be able to go infinitely fast, but in fact, the gear ratio and cadence roughly determine the maximum speed. In this article, we'll take a look at the relationship between gear ratio, cadence, and speed.
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How to Choose a Road Bike for Women - Check Before You Buy
We have compiled a list of how to choose a road bike and parts for women to suit their specific pains and concerns. Please read this before purchasing a road bike.
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Using Shimano Parts on Cheap Road Bikes: Important Points to Remember
Shimano parts" are often seen in cheap road bikes. Even with the same Shimano parts, the degree of freedom for customization differs depending on the grade. In this article, we've compiled a list of points to keep in mind when purchasing a budget road bike.
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Shimano Road Bike Component Compatibility Summary
Compatibility of Shimano Components for Road Bikesa Shimano components for road bikes tend to be confusing with various parts in different grades and generations. In this article, we summarize the compatibility trends of Shimano components.
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Shimano Road Bike Components: Brand, Grade, and Identification
A summary of Shimano's road bike component brands, grades and how to identify them. The model numbers and features of each are also included.
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Sprockets for SENSAH components
This is a summary of the sprockets that are compatible with SENSAH components. Whether they are compatible with Shimano and SRAM sprockets, and what to look out for when using a mix of the two.
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Shimano's Current Road Components: Release Year and Buying Time
We have compiled a list of the release years of Shimano's current components for road use, the expected announcements of the next models, and when to buy the current models.
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How cheap is it to replace STI levers with SENSAH?
We have examined the cost performance of replacing Shimano STI levers with SENSAH. In terms of actual selling price, how much more cost effective is the SENSAH than replacing Shimano STI levers?
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Shimano's older high-grade brakes vs. current lower-grade brakes: Which is better?
Which is better, Shimano's older generation higher grade brakes or the current lower grade brakes? This article examines Shimano's brake technology and the year they were released.
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Selecting Shimano Brakes for Road Bikes: A Summary of Model Numbers
Brakes are an important part of a road bike that is responsible for braking. In this article, we will discuss how to select Shimano brakes for road bikes, which are of high quality and highly available in Japan, and summarize the model numbers of each grade of brake.
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Shimano Entry Grade Wheels Comparison (R500/R501/RS100/RS010)
This section introduces the specifications of Shimano's entry-grade wheels, WH-R500, WH-R501, WH-RS100, and WH-RS010, as well as the differences between them and the models to choose from based on new and used market prices.
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SRAM Cassette Sprockets: Features, Model Numbers, and Grades
SRAM cassette sprockets are said to be usable with Shimano components, and this article summarizes the model numbers, how to distinguish between the different grades, and their features.
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Shimano Brake Pull Widths/Ratios - A Summary
Shimano has NEW SUPER SLR and old SUPER SLR depending on the generation. There is a difference in the lever and brake pull width/ratio.
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Choosing Shimano TIAGRA components: Be mindful of compatibility
TIAGRA componentry is Shimano's top entry grade for road bikes. TIAGRA is easy to choose as a 10-speed grade, one step down from the current higher grade of 11-speed, but you need to be careful when choosing components for compatibility.
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What are Shimano's SS and GS rear derailleurs?
The "SS" and "GS" indications on Shimano's rear derailleur model numbers. We will explain the difference between them, how to distinguish between them, and which one to choose, including compatibility.
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Gear Ratios: Cross, Wide, and the Deep World
Cross ratios, wide ratios, the world of gear ratios is a deep one. We will take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of changing the number of teeth on the sprocket, and the combination with the chainring.
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Types and Differences of Shimano 7-Speed Sprockets
Shimano 7-Speed Sprocket Types and DifferencesThis is a summary of the types and differences of Shimano's 7-speed sprockets, which are often used on low-cost road bikes and MTBs.
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Avoiding "Chain Tucking" on Road Bikes: Gear Combination Tips
I've put together a list of gears that cause chain slippage on road bikes and gear combinations that avoid chain slippage. Also, what to look out for when shifting gears and how to practice.
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Shimano Road Components Compatible with GRX Gravel
Shimano's GRX series of gravel components can be used in combination with other road bike components, including tips on how to mix and match.
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Wire Types and Differences for Road Bikes, MTB, and Hybrid Bikes
This is a summary of the types and differences of wires for MTB and hybrid bikes for road bikes. The interchangeability of each, and how the wires affect your riding.
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SENSAH's components for MTB and gravel
This is a summary of Chinese bicycle parts manufacturer SENSAH's components for MTB and gravel. It also includes the equivalent Shimano componentry grade and compatibility with Shimano parts.
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Shimano MTB Component Grades and Compatibility
The following is a list of Shimano MTB component grades and model numbers. Also includes compatibility with components for road and gravel bikes.
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PCD compatibility chart for cranks and chainrings
We have compiled a PCD compatibility chart to use as a guide when replacing the chainring on your crank.
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Types and Differences of Shimano 9-Speed Sprockets
The 9-speed sprocket is used in Shimano's SORA compo for road bikes and ALIVIO compo for MTB. In this article, we summarize the types and differences of 9-speed sprockets.
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Overview of Shimano's 10-Speed (10s) Cassettes: Types and Differences
Shimano's 10-speed (10s) cassettes available for road, MTB, and gravel bikes. This guide summarizes the different models, materials, finishes, and gear configurations.
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Types and Differences of Shimano 8-Speed Sprockets
Shimano's 8-speed sprockets are persistently popular as entry-level sprockets. Here is a summary of the differences between the many types and grades.
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SENSAH's brake and shift levers for road bikes - compatibility summary
This article summarizes the lineup of brake and shift levers for road bikes from Chinese manufacturer SENSAH, which are said to be compatible with Shimano's STI levers, their compatibility, and points to note when purchasing them.
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Shimano's GRX Gravel Bike Components and Features
The following is a summary of Shimano's GRX lineup of components for gravel bikes, its features, and the advantages and disadvantages of choosing GRX.
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Road Bike Component Prices by Parts
When upgrading your road bike, you may be wondering which parts to upgrade from. In this article, we will compare the prices of different parts based on the list price of Shimano's components for road bikes.
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Road Bike Tires: Types and How to Enjoy Them
Changing tires can change the way you ride! We have compiled a list of different types of tires for road bikes, their respective characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, and how changing tires can make road biking more enjoyable.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Aluminum Wheels for Road Bikes
From entry-level road bikes and hybrid bikes to higher grade road bikes, we have summarized the advantages and disadvantages of standard road bike and aluminum wheels.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Carbon Wheels
Carbon wheels are popular for their ability to reduce weight while producing an aero effect with deep rims. The following is a summary of their merits and demerits.
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Road Bike Grease: Surprisingly Important for Optimal Performance
Greasing not only keeps your road bike running smoothly, but also prevents sticking and rust. We have compiled a list of parts that should be greased and guidelines for greasing road bikes.
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Understanding bicycle crank sets
The crankset is an important part of a bicycle. The crankset itself is expensive and cannot be removed without special tools, so it is not an easily accessible customization, but it is also a part that has a large impact on your riding.
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Binding Shoes and Pedals Guide for Road Bike Beginners
A summary of the types of road bike binding shoes and pedals. Advantages and disadvantages of binding your road bike, and how to choose a binding type.
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Types and selection of drop handlebars for road bikes
There are three main ways to select drop handlebars for road bikes, material, drop shape, and flat shape. Let's take a look at the key points and advantages and disadvantages of each.
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Properly Inflating Bicycle Tires: The Importance
Tire air maintenance is surprisingly often neglected, but in fact, it is only beneficial. In this issue, we summarize the importance of keeping tires well inflated and the precautions to take when inflating tires.
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Tire Tubes: Types, Manufacturers, and Selection Tips
Tire tubes are consumable parts that are replaced relatively frequently on bicycles. We have compiled a list of tire tube types, manufacturers, and points to keep in mind when selecting a tire tube.
