Bicycle chain length: why the old chain is a poor ruler
When replacing a chain, wear can make the old one look longer. The correct length depends on the drivetrain and the bicycle’s construction.
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A 750-kilometre ride through Belgium’s cycling industry
A bicycle journey across Belgium turns attention to the people and businesses behind bikes, components and the services that keep riders moving.
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How the bicycle changed Warsaw: a city history on two wheels
An exhibition at Wola Museum follows cycling from nineteenth-century clubs to the bicycle’s place in everyday urban life.
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Latvia’s cycling routes by the numbers: a first municipal inventory
Latvia’s first comprehensive municipal inventory records 1,194.5 kilometres of micromobility infrastructure, most of it shared pedestrian and cycle paths.
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Passing parked cars by bike: leave room for a door
A parked car door can open without warning. A safer line starts with a look behind, predictable movement and enough space to pass.
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Stormarn’s railway cycle paths: a day among stations and woods
Three former railway lines in northern Germany now form cycle routes through Stormarn. A 44-kilometre loop from Bad Oldesloe makes a manageable day ride.
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Bike and train: a good station begins outside the building
Making cycling and rail one convenient journey requires a safe route to the station, parking close to the entrance and an accessible way to the platform.
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Bicycle tire wear: the tread is only part of the picture
A smoother tread does not always mean a tire is finished. Check the casing, sidewalls and any wear indicators fitted to the specific model before deciding.
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Velhovesi: a 50-kilometre archipelago loop without a ferry
Near Uusikaupunki, a 50-kilometre cycling loop follows the islands and water. It needs no ferry, and its side roads reward a slower plan for the next riding season.
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Bosch Intuvia 200: a display that leaves attention on the road
The e-bike display focuses on readable ride information, separate handlebar controls and a permanently mounted screen.
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