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How To Lock Your Bike

Learn how to lock your bike to keep it safe. Riding a bicycle is a great way to get some exercise while you're out running errands. But when you go...

Date: 2010-08-27 16:53:50

How To Make Parts For A Bike

Learning how to make parts for a bike is something that many bike enthusiasts consider. Making parts can vary widely in the degree of difficulty depending on the part. You...

Date: 2010-09-02 21:56:14

How To Size A Bike Frame

By keeping some basic guidelines in mind, you can learn how to size a bike frame. Having a bike that fits you properly will not only allow for greater performance,...

Date: 2010-09-18 20:58:38

5 Tips For Fitting A Mountain Bike

Learn the five tips for fitting a mountain bike and save yourself the pain and expense of an uncomfortable bike. Finding the proper sized mountain bike is more important than...

Date: 2010-08-31 10:25:02

How To Ajust A Bicycle Seat

Need to adjust a bicycle seat? A well-positioned seat can mean the difference between a safe ride and one prone to possible injury. There are 3 main types of adjustments to be considered...

Date: 2010-08-07 17:22:38

How To BMX In Dirt

Learning how to BMX in the dirt is much like riding on flatland with a few notable differences. Riding a BMX on dirt takes tires with better grip. Riding BMX...

Date: 2010-08-12 02:29:49

How To Remove Pedals From A Bike

Knowing how to remove pedals from a bike is not quite as simple as knowing how to use a wrench. Many people assume that to learn how to remove pedals...

Date: 2010-09-09 02:44:14

How To Paint A Bike Frame

By keeping some basic guidelines in mind, you can learn how to paint a bike frame. No matter if you are interested in selling your bike, or simply want to...

Date: 2010-09-18 21:27:26

How To Build A BMX Wheel

It is generally a good idea to learn how to build a BMX wheel if you are interested in properly maintaining your BMX bike. This experience is less expensive than...

Date: 2010-09-27 20:44:14

How To BMX Freestyle

If you have a lot of skill on your BMX bike and feel comfortable with your repertoire of tricks, you may want to learn how to BMX freestyle.  The BMX...

Date: 2010-07-03 23:10:01

How To Wheelie BMX

Wondering how to wheelie BMX style? The wheelie is one of the first tricks most riders learn. Novices and professionals alike perform it. This is because it is easy but...

Date: 2010-11-30 11:22:38

How To Fix A Bike Chain

Knowing how to fix a bike chain will enable you to continue enjoying your bike if a problem with the chain ever occurs. Sometimes there are problems with the links...

Date: 2010-07-11 14:54:38

How To Wall Tap On A BMX Bike

If you are confident in your riding skills, you should learn how to wall tap on a BMX bike. Taking on the BMX trick called a wall tap is a how...

Date: 2010-06-29 16:12:25

How To Date Vintage Bicycles

By keeping some basic guidelines in mind, you can learn how to date vintage bicycles. No matter if you plan on using the bike or simply want it for a...

Date: 2010-07-31 15:56:13

How To Fix BMX Parts

Learning how to fix BMX parts can save you a lot of money and can be a fun and constructive way to spend your time. This is also a great...

Date: 2010-08-25 10:10:38

How To Do A Full Cab On A BMX Bike

Learning how to do a full cab on a BMX bike places BMX bike riders in an elite class. The full cab is an impressive BMX bike trick and an...

Date: 2010-07-22 16:35:26

How To Set-Up BMX Bike To Practice Flatland Tricks

Here are instructions for how to set-up a BMX bike to practice flatalnd tricks. Flatland tricks on a  BMX is the basis of BMX. Practicing flatland tricks on a BMX...

Date: 2010-08-12 20:15:25

5 Best Road Shoes For Cycling

The 5 best road shoes for cycling all offer a lightweight shoe with good ventilation. Road shoes for cycling are made with stiff soles in order to help transfer power...

Date: 2010-10-29 08:29:50

How To Fix Bicycle Brakes

Learning how to fix bicycle brakes is essential in practicing safe bicycle riding. Brakes are important components, or in some cases only safety mechanism in stopping a moving bicycle. This...

Date: 2010-06-23 05:24:25

How To Put A Sprocket On A BMX

Learning how to put a sprocket on a BMX bike is quick process that requires very little mechanical skill. The sprocket is the key component in running the BMX bike...

Date: 2010-09-23 20:05:49

How To Make A Freestyle BMX Practice Bike

Want to learn how to make a Freestyle BMX practice bike? Most bike enthusiasts find riding BMX a rather memorable moment there could ever be. If you are keen on...

Date: 2010-11-11 00:29:49

How To Buy A Bicycle Tire Pump

Do you have a flat tire and you want to know how to buy a bicycle tire pump? Your bicycle tires can lose air and need to be refilled to...

Date: 2010-09-10 05:51:25

How To 180 On A BMX Bike

Taking your BMX out and learning how to pull off a 180 on a BMX bike is an amazing time. Doing a 180 on a BMX takes skill and daring. Not...

Date: 2010-08-22 00:20:14

How To Build BMX Dirt Jumps

At one time or another, most BMX riders have probably learned how to build BMX dirt jumps. If you are a BMX rider and you need a good place to...

Date: 2010-07-03 22:55:37

5 Haro BMX Bikes Tricks

These 5 Haro BMX bike tricks can easily be learned if you want to fuel your passion for BMX bike riding. Every BMX bike rider can try these tricks. The...

Date: 2010-06-08 08:46:01

When Did BMX Begin?

If you're a biking enthusiast, you may be asking yourself, "When did BMX begin?" Who can forget the BMX Bandits. The freedom of running from the law while fighting bullies...

Date: 2010-05-08 08:38:07

How To Make Bmx Jumps

By keeping some basic guidelines in mind, you can learn how to make BMX jumps. BMX jumps add a challenge to riders--and while you don't need to be an engineer...

Date: 2010-07-11 11:18:38

How To Bunny Hop On A BMX Bike

Looking for directions on how to bunny hop on a BMX bike? The bunny hop is essentially a combination of a wheelie and an endo. You may notice that many...

Date: 2010-06-23 06:36:25

5 Best Slick Bike Tires

The 5 best slick bike tires are bicycle tires that have absolutely no tread on them. The types of bicycles that you will find make use of this kind of...

Date: 2010-09-23 15:37:01

How To Make A Tubeless Bike Tire

Mountain bikers like to know how to make a tubeless bike tire. Tubeless bike tires have recently become popular for use in mountain bikes and are also gradually being considered...

Date: 2010-10-11 10:44:14

How To ID BMX Frames

By keeping some basic guidelines in mind, you can learn how to identify a BMX frame. No matter if you plan on selling the frame, restoring the frame and placing...

Date: 2010-08-29 02:29:50

How To Restore Vintage BMX Bikes

By keeping some basic guidelines in mind, you can learn about how to restore vintage BMX bikes. No matter if you plan on using the bike or simply want to...

Date: 2010-08-28 06:49:02

What Is The Best BMX Bike Ever Made?

One test ride of the Stolen Heater is all you need to find out what is the best BMX bike ever made. The Stolen Heater is a top choice for...

Date: 2010-11-01 11:03:25

How To Do BMX Tricks

Learning how to do BMX tricks is the main reason many bikers are attracted to the sport. Starting out there are few measures every biker should take before attempting new...

Date: 2010-07-22 16:21:02

5 Best Dual Purpose Bikes

These five best dual purpose bikes are popular choices for those who like to have the best of both worlds in one bike. Smaller and lighter than most road bikes,...

Date: 2010-05-16 02:01:02

How To Fix Dents From A Bicycle Fender

Want to know how to fix dents from a bicycle fender? Dents present in a bicycle fender can be unattractive, so you may want to know how to remove them....

Date: 2010-07-08 19:57:02

How To Build A Single Speed Bike

Learning how to build your own single speed bike is surprisingly simple; and considering how much money you'll save by doing it yourself instead of purchasing a brand new single...

Date: 2010-08-19 14:44:13

How To Build BMX Jumps

Want to learn how to build bmx jumps?  Below is an easy and fun guide to create your own jumps.  Building Bmx dirt jumps is a good way to practice...

Date: 2010-11-30 05:13:02

How To Build A Bike Rack

Finding a place to park your bike at home can be a problem for some people, but learning how to build a bike rack can certainly fix the issue. A...

Date: 2010-07-11 02:11:26

5 Best Front Suspension Mountain Bikes

The 5 best front suspension mountain bikes are those mountain bikes which have benefited from the industry's move to front suspension as the commonplace standard among all mountain bikes. Starting...

Date: 2010-09-25 05:51:26

5 Best Bicycle Road Shoes

Are you wondering which are the 5 best bicycle road shoes? When it comes to riding, nothing is as important as a pair of quality bicycle road shoes. Balance all...

Date: 2010-11-10 22:15:25

5 Best BMX Street Riders

Wondering who the 5 best BMX street riders are? It’s an opinionated topic for sure, and one that can lead to some serious name calling. You may not necessarily agree...

Date: 2010-09-26 20:58:37

How To Tuck No Hander BMX

Learning how to tuck no hander on a BMX takes skills and balance. A tuck to no hander is a ramp trick so no flatlander here. A tuck to no...

Date: 2010-11-27 09:03:25

10 Best Mountain Bike Trails In California

Get ready to go off road with these 10 best mountain bike trails in California. The golden state has tons of mountain bike trails to choose from for any skill...

Date: 2010-12-21 16:19:06

How To Build BMX Trails

Want to learn how to build BMX trails?  Below you will find a guide that will help you transform some spare woods or open land into a fun BMX trail...

Date: 2010-12-02 17:36:53

How To BMX Race

Learning how to BMX race will be decided upon the type of BMX racing, you are encountering. BMX racing comes in three basic flavors, dirt, flatland and indoor. Each type...

Date: 2010-12-18 03:15:05

How To Make Vintage Bicycle Fenders

You can learn how to make a vintage bicycle fender for practical purposes or for looks. Do you happen to be a cyclist who has that adventurous streak and does...

Date: 2010-10-15 13:27:26

How To Make A BMX Ramp

Want to learn how to make a BMX ramp?  Having your own is a good way to be able to practice and do tricks whenever you want.  It allows you to...

Date: 2010-11-30 04:53:50

How To Jump Higher For BMX Tricks

BMX tricks are a great way to entertain and learning how to jump higher will make your BMX tricks that much more spectacular. Learning to jump higher on a BMX...

Date: 2010-08-16 08:44:13

How To Build A BMX Track

With very few tools and several friends, learning how to build A BMX track is not too difficult. The track should reflect the rider’s abilities. For beginners, jumps should not be...

Date: 2010-12-17 16:52:27