Taking care of your bike is key to ensuring it’s always ready for the next ride. But cleaning a bike isn't as simple as washing a car; it's a more intricate process that tends to every component, ...

Whether you’re a serious cyclist who logs thousands of miles per year, a casual commuter, or a recreational rider, you’re going to go farther—and feel more comfortable and confident doing it—if you ...

For those residing in the northern hemisphere, this time of year is best summed up as 'soggy'. The trails turn to mud, the mercury plummets and your bike instantly gains a couple of kilos courtesy of ...

Cleaning your bike is easier than you think. Whether it’s steel, aluminum, titanium or carbon, with water and bike appropriate cleaners, polishes, degreasers and lube you can rid your bike of dirt in ...

Working on your bike at home can be rewarding and many of the smaller jobs are easily achievable with a basic set of tools and, more importantly, knowledge. A word to the wise though, don’t trust ...

You love your bike, but just the love isn't enough. Here are a few simple steps to follow which will make sure your bike stays just the way it did when you got it out of the showroom Step1: The first ...

For serious bike cleaning connoisseurs, Crankalicious is the brand to have on your radar. Of course, they stock all the usuals (degreaser, spray wash, chain cleaner etc) but the real magic is in the ...

We've found a few bargains to help you keep your bike and kit in good condition. Better still, the discounts should mean you have more money for the bike bling you actually want. Mobi V-15 Portable ...

For those residing in the northern hemisphere, this time of year is best summed up as 'soggy'. The trails turn to mud, the mercury plummets and your bike instantly gains a couple of kilos courtesy of ...

There's a saying: a clean bike is a fast bike, and as cliche as it sounds, there's a huge amount of truth in it. The proper function of a bike depends on a number of moving parts being able to, well, ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Winter is a rough time for any bike: all that mud, grit and wet ...