Mechanic’s Tips
Keeping It Clean: How to Maintain Your Bike’s Drivetrain
Your bike’s drivetrain — the chain, cassette, chainrings, and derailleurs — is the beating heart of your ride. It’s what turns your power into forward motion. And just like any high-performance machine, it needs care to keep working smoothly. A dirty drivetrain not only makes your ride less efficient, but it also accelerates wear on expensive components. Fortunately, keeping it clean doesn’t take much time, and it pays off in speed, silence, and savings. Why ... Read more
Will Trek Bikes Survive 2025?
The question of Trek’s survival in a potentially turbulent 2025 bike market is complex. While recent news of restructuring and product line reductions has raised concerns, it’s crucial to remember Trek’s position as a major player in the industry. Their extensive dealer network, diverse product portfolio (spanning road, mountain, e-bikes, and more), and strong brand recognition provide a solid foundation. However, the challenges are real: potential tariffs, shifting consumer demand, and increased competition from direct-to-consumer ... Read more
Check, Remove, and Replace a Bicycle Chain- Tech Tip
Your bike chain is crucial to your performance on your bike. In this week’s Tech Tip, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through checking, cleaning, and knowing when to replace, and removing your bike chain. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
How to Service Your Bicycle Headset
Servicing your headset is often overlooked until it starts to make a funny sound. This week, Justin, the owner of I Know a Guy Bicycles answers the whens, whys, and how to service your bicycle headset. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
How to Get Your Frame to Pop! (In a Good Way)
Everyone wants their bike frame to look great, and to pop, visually, that is. This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through Bianchi Frame Detailing w/ Adam’s Polishes. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
Tips for Internal Cable Routing
Replacing internal cables on your bike and not sure of the best way? In this week’s edition of Tech Tips, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through the basics with these simple tips. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
Cleaning Bike Parts with Ultrasonic Magic
The days of greasy clean up are gone. Check out this weeks Tech Tip from Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles as he takes us through the magic of ultrasonic cleaning. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
Epic Handle Bar Wrap Upgrade
Tired of grimy handlebars on your rides? This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bikes takes us through upgrading your handlebar tape and technique on your road bike to take them from grimy to gleaming. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
How to Install Road Brakes
It is important to install road brake pads correctly. This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through the basics to make sure you install them correctly and have a safe ride. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
Taking the Scary Out of Buying a Used Bike
Looking to buy a used bike? This week, Justin Bolinger of I Know a Guy Bicycles talks the scary out of used bikes with these helpful tips. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
