November 12, 2018 9:45 pm
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Your tires are perhaps the most important part of your bicycle. After all, they are what stands between you and the pavement, and they are going to take the most abuse out of any part of your bike. You should never take the tires on your bike for granted—you must do everything you can to keep them in good condition. Of course, if you use your bike often enough, you will at some point need to purchase new tires for your bike. The question then becomes, how can you know you’re getting a tire that will actually fit your bike? Here’s some information you should know about tires the next time you head into a bicycle shop in Naples, FL.... View Article
October 31, 2018 7:57 pm
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For casual cyclists, understanding the complex combinations of gears that make up modern bikes can be a daunting task. Sometimes, even more experienced riders struggle to shift gears smoothly or identify a torque that best suits the type of environment they’re currently riding through. Some bikes, like cruiser bikes in Naples, FL, or fixed-gear road cycles, don’t have any gears to shift. These are often ideal for use in flat, urban environments, or on relaxed, well-paved trails. More challenging terrain, however, requires bikes capable of shifting gears. Understanding bike gears It’s important to understand the different types of bike gears and subsequent torque ratios before learning how to shift correctly. Most modern street and mountain bikes include one, two or... View Article
October 17, 2018 7:57 pm
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There are few things more enjoyable than a fall bicycle ride. If it’s been a while since you had your bike out on the road or path, however, it can be helpful to go over a quick checklist to remind yourself about the most important things to bring with you on your cycling endeavor. If you need any of these biking essentials, stop by your favorite local bike shop in Naples, FL. They can help you find the tools and supplies you need to ride your bike safely, frequently and enjoyably! There are a number of essential things that you should never forget to bring with you when biking, even if you’re just taking advantage of a bike rental in... View Article
October 1, 2018 3:59 pm
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As a leading bike shop in Naples, FL, we get a lot of questions from beginners about how to road bike as safely as possible. While road biking can be intimidating if you don’t have a lot of experience, all you really need to do is learn a few rules of the road to succeed at it. If you are considering becoming a beginning road biker, read on for more information about how to prepare for this new hobby, and how to ensure your own safety and comfort on the road: Dress appropriately: The clothes make the biker—or at least, they certainly help! When biking on the road, you will want an outfit that won’t flap in the wind, and... View Article
September 17, 2018 3:58 pm
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Whether you use your bike as your primary mode of transportation or as a fun weekend hobby, there are few things more frustrating than realizing your bike has a flat tire. Fortunately, fixing that flat can be quick and fairly easy, provided you know what you are doing. Drawing on our vast experience with bike repair in Naples, FL, here’s a quick guide to how to fix a flat bike tire. Remove the wheel Before you can assess and fix the flat tire, you will need to remove the affected wheel from the bike. The first step to doing that is to release the brakes. With some bikes, you can do this by squeezing the brake arms together to release... View Article
