Bicycle Technical Guides

Your bike was stolen. Act fast. Learn how to report a stolen bicycle to police, search online marketplaces, register with bike databases, and increase your chances of recovery.

Need to replace a tire or buy a new wheel? Knowing your wheel size is essential. Learn how to measure bicycle wheel diameter using multiple methods, including reading tire markings, measuring the rim, and using the ISO system.

Traveling with your bike? Learn how to pack a bicycle for air travel, choose a bike box, protect components, and ship safely. Includes airline policies, reassembly tips, and shipping options.

Recumbent bicycles look completely different from regular bikes—riders sit in a reclined position with legs extended forward. Learn what makes recumbents unique, their advantages and disadvantages, and who they're best suited for.

The penny-farthing bicycle looked bizarre—a huge front wheel and tiny rear wheel. But what made it truly unusual was its dangerous design, direct-drive system, and the way it changed cycling forever. Learn why this iconic bicycle was both revolutionary and risky.

The bicycle wasn't invented by a single person on a single day. It evolved over decades through multiple inventors and innovations. Learn the complete history of bicycle invention, from the first "running machine" to the modern bicycle we know today.

Need your bike's serial number for insurance, registration, or a police report? Here is exactly where to look on any frame and how to decode what the numbers mean.

Terrified of falling at a stoplight? Learn the '3-Step Drill' to master clipless pedals, the most common beginner mistakes, and how to set your tension for safety.

As riders, we all know how essential it is to take care of our bikes, especially when it comes to maintaining and polishing our carbon bike frames. The right polish not only provides a shiny finish but also protects our frames from potential damage

As a fitness enthusiast and journalist, I am always looking for new and innovative ways to improve my health and well-being. Recently, I have been hearing more about the benefits of cycling backwards for knee health.

If you're an avid cyclist or bikepacking enthusiast, you've probably heard of the Topeak Bikamper tent.