A threadless headset is a type of bicycle headset that doesn’t use threads. Instead, it clamps onto the outside of the fork’s steerer tube. This type of headset is very popular and is used on most modern bikes. However, you can also use a threadless headset on a threaded fork. To do this, you’ll need …
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If you’re looking to upgrade your crankset and are trying to decide between SRAM and Shimano, you may be wondering if you can use a SRAM crankset with a Shimano bottom bracket. The answer is yes, you can use a SRAM crankset with a Shimano bottom bracket, but there are a few things to keep …
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Many mountain bikers ask themselves whether they can put downhill forks on a hardtail. The answer is yes, you can put downhill forks on a hardtail, but there are a few things to keep in mind. First, the headtube on a hardtail is typically not as long as the headtube on a full-suspension bike, so …
One of the most frequently asked questions that we get here at Wheelworks is whether or not you can put 25mm tires on 23mm rims. The answer is yes, you can! In fact, many riders choose to do this in order to have a little more cushioning on their ride. There are a few things …
You may be wondering if you can put 2.1 tires on 1.95 rims. The answer is yes, you can. However, there are a few things you should know before you do. For starters, 2.1 tires are wider than 1.95 tires. This means that the 2.1 tires will stick out past the 1.95 rims. You may …
Yes, you can patch latex inner tubes. You will need a latex tube patch kit, which you can purchase at most bike shops. The kit will come with instructions on how to patch the tube. Assess the damage to your latex inner tube If there is a hole, use a piece of sandpaper to smooth …
A 26-inch mountain bike frame is too small for a 27.5-inch fork. The 27.5-inch fork will not fit into the frame, and the bike will not be able to ride. First, remove the front wheel and the brake calipers from the fork Next, remove the stem and handlebars from the fork Then, cut the steerer …
If you have a bike with a straight steerer and want to upgrade to a tapered steerer, there are a few things you need to know. First, you need to know the difference between the two. A straight steerer is exactly what it sounds like – straight. A tapered steerer is tapered, meaning it is …
No, you cannot convert 9mm qr to 15mm. The two standards are not compatible. 9mm qr is a smaller diameter than 15mm, so it would not be possible to convert one to the other. -Using a 9mm to 15mm QR conversion kit, remove the 9mm QR axle from the hub -Install the supplied 15mm axle …
If you’re looking to upgrade your crankset and are wondering if you can use a SRAM crankset with Shimano, the answer is yes! However, there are a few things to keep in mind before making the switch. First, SRAM and Shimano use different bolt circle diameters (BCD) for their crank arms. This means that you …
