Bike Tyre Pressure Explained

bike tyre pressure

When it comes to bike tyre pressure, the bottom line is that air is being lost constantly. However, this air is being lost at a very slow rate which means you may not have even realised that your bicycle tyre is deflating. In this article we are going to be discussing the basics of bike … Read more

Bike Disc Brake, Hydraulic or Cable?

bike disc brake

Here at Cycle Maintenance Academy we get lots of questions about bicycle maintenance and one of the main things we get asked about is disk brakes. Understanding basic cycle maintenance is a useful skill to have, not to mention the fact it can save you a lot of money. When it comes to bike tyres … Read more

How To Use a Bike Pump

how to use a bike pump

In this article we are going to be discussing our tips on how to use a bike pump. The article will cover how to pump bike tyres with both a Presta valve and a Schrader valve. For a Presta valve you will either need a Presta only pump or a normal air pump with a … Read more

Different Types of Bike Pumps and Pump Heads

different types of pumps and pump heads

In this article we are going to be discussing different types of bike pumps and pump heads. The reason we need to pump tyres is because tyres are filled with air and the correct pressure can handle any terrain. However, tyres sometimes suffer from pressure loss meaning a pump is needed to replace the air. … Read more

Bike Valves- Everything You Need To Know

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Bike Valves are a cycling essential that can be found in high pressure road bikes and some mountain bicycle’s inner tubes. The purpose of the valve is to control the amount of air in an inner tube. Today we are going to discuss all things bike valves from why they exist, what they do and … Read more

Bike Tyre Tread Direction

bike tyre tread direction

When it comes to cycling and cycle maintenance, a question we get asked frequently is: does the bike tyre tread direction matter? We wanted to answer this question and provide a little bit more information on the topic of the tyre tread direction of your bicycle.  Does Bike Tyre Tread Direction Matter? The rotational direction … Read more

How To Tighten Bike Handlebars | The Simple Guide

hoe to tighten bike handlebars

There are many cycle maintenance elements that come with owning a bike. The problem is, often these elements are overlooked. This is because not everyone is aware of how important the maintenance of certain bike parts actually is. Here at Cycle Maintenance Academy, we want to make sure that we can equip you with the … Read more

How To Adjust Bike Handlebars

how to adjust bike handlebars

When riding a bike, many people experience discomfort. What many people don’t realise is the significance of the handlebars and the importance of adjusting them to be the correct height and the correct position for riding. This article aims to help guide you step by step regarding how to adjust bike handlebars correctly.  Firstly, making … Read more