This video will outline disc brake rotor replacement for both 6-bolt and center-lock (lockring) systems, as well as 6-bolt-to-center-lock adapters. These procedures are the same for both mechanical and hydraulic systems.
A fork and rear shock are arguably some of the most important components on a mountain bike. The type of suspension and the amount of travel your bike has determines the capabilities and intended use of your mountain bike. In this article, we discuss what suspension does, how it works, some of the features and adjustments found on suspension forks and shocks, and the amount of travel that is common in each mountain biking discipline.
Mountain bike tires come in all sorts of tread patterns and designated usages, which in turn determine the capabilities of the tire. It can be hard to know which type of tire, rubber compound, tread pattern, casing option and size and width are best for you and your style of riding. This article aims to provide you with the knowledge of all the different aspects that make up a mountain bike tire and what classifies each tire in its respective category. Click into this article to figure out which type of mountain bike tires are best for you, your bike, and your riding style.
Installing or replacing bike handlebars is one of the easiest do-it-yourself projects on a bike for any cyclist. With that being said, there are certain steps you should follow in order for everything to go smoothly. In this article, we will teach you on a step-by-step basis how to remove and install handlebars on your bike.
Ever wished that your complete bike had a slightly different build? Dreamt of color matching everything on your bike? Wished for the perfect measurements for all your bike contact points? If so, it's probably time to consider building your next bike from the frame up. We teamed up with The Bike Dads to create a short video tutorial to help you get started on your custom bike journey. Head into the Jenson USA blog to see the video and start shopping for your perfect bike masterpiece.
Staying in shape, as well as strengthening muscle groups that are used when mountain biking can help your overall performance on the bike. In this video, downhill legend, Aaron Gwin, showcases three of the best upper body exercises specific to mountain biking. Head into the Jenson USA Blog to learn new exercises that were handpicked from Aaron Gwin and his past strength coaches.
Becoming more confident on the trails comes from improving your positioning on the bike, and it starts with your feet. Click into the Jenson USA Blog for pro tips from Aaron Gwin on how to properly position your feet and pedals while braking and why it matters, especially in steeper terrain.
Improving your ride mechanics helps you to go faster on the trail and shaves seconds when it counts. Head into the Jenson USA blog and take tips from downhill legend, Aaron Gwin, as he shows what to do (and what not to do) when cornering and why it matters.
Searching for and sending it down Redbull Rampage-esc trails are at the top of the bucket list for many gravity, freeride and downhill riders. Although, many would never dream of riding these types of trails on a trail E-bike, Aaron Gwin makes due with what he has. Head into the Jenson USA blog to watch Aaron Gwin send it down Utah's King Kong Trail on his E-bike.
While your bike cockpit setup is going to be based on personal preferences and body geometry, there are some key factors that will give you the ideal setup to get the most out of your riding. World Cup downhill racer, Aaron Gwin, shares his top tips on dialing in your cockpit. Head into the Jenson USA blog to learn from a legend on what to do and what not to do when adjusting your handlebars, stem, brake levers, and grips.
Jenson USA is proud to announce the addition of an all-new service for our customers with the introduction of Jenson Suspension Service. This new Service will allow mountain bike riders from all over the country to send their suspension components direct to Jenson USA to have professional, factory-level service done on their forks and shocks. Jenson’s more than 26 years of experience as an omnichannel bike retailer makes us the ideal place to meet all your cycling needs from bikes to components, apparel, accessories, and now suspension service. Read on to learn more.
There's no doubt that your suspension plays a huge part in how your bike rides, but do you need to spend all that extra money on fancy coatings and excessive dials? Well, today we're going to find out with Henry's $450 option versus Jason's $2000 option. What could go wrong?
This time on Budget vs. Baller Henry and Jason dive into the world of contact points. Grips, handlebars, stems, dropper posts, saddles, and pedals all play a role in a bike's performance but do you need to splash out on the latest and greatest? We're here to find out where to spend and where to save.
When it comes to wheels and tires there are so many options of what to buy that it can be quickly overwhelming. Do you need carbon hoops with hubs that engage in an instant or will regular old alloy do just fine? Do tires actually matter? After all, they are just rubber, right? Well, today we're going to find out as Jason pits his $2200 set up against Henry's $450 set up.
Carbon wheels or alloy? Electronic drivetrains or cable-actuated? We're here to answer these questions and more in our brand new series: Budget vs. Baller. Join Jason Lucas and Henry Quinney as they purchase two identical 2017 Giant Reigns and systematically upgrade them with parts and components from Jenson USA to see where to spend and where to save. In episode one, the pair give the bikes a good once over before heading out to the trails to get some baseline timed testing in.
New rubber on your rig may elicit fantastic dreams of drifting corners, cutting berms and hookingup at crucial moments, but the sheer thought of getting those new tubeless tires mounted, inflated and seated can cloud those dreams with dread. The reality is that as mountain bike technology has evolved exponentially year after year, that silly little Presta valve you’ve been cursing has held steadfast for nearly a century. A CENTURY!?!?!
Until today.
What happens when you load up a truck with four friends decked out in the raddest gear, four bikes, two large pizzas, and a ton of stoke? Find out in our latest video featuring freehubs screaming, hair flying, and tires skidding kicking up dirt.
Bikes are better together- remember sessioning that feature with some friends a couple of extra times to really nail it? We’re all kids at heart so here’s a reminder to make plans with your friends, order those pizzas, and go play outside.
Jeff Kendall-Weed has had a long relationship with WTB and has spent a lot of time testing those tires and giving his feedback on the best options from them. But, the Maxxis fan club is real, and the requests for Jeff to try them out have finally been answered! Head into this article and watch the video to see what Jeff thinks of these fan favorite tires and his thoughts on how they compare to the competition from WTB.
Specialized has just dropped their latest version of their popular 2FO mountain bike shoes. This version comes with some impressive updates and a new name. We’ve been cranking out the miles and sessioning our local trail center to put the 2FO Roost to test. Read on for all the details and our ride review on these new shoe contenders.
The tires you choose for your mountain bike are arguably one of the most important components in your whole bike build. They are the key contact point between your bike and the ground and dictate grip, corner confidence, initial suspension, braking control, and rolling resistance. We've created this article to help you navigate the numerous options of tread patterns, compounds, protection and sizing for all the available tires from Maxxis.
It can be argued that tires may be the most important (and most affordable) upgrades you can put on your bike. This rings true whether you are churning out miles on pavement, grinding gravel backroads, racing your local cyclocross course, or blasting dirt trails on your mountain bike. Getting the most out of your bike by matching quality compounds, impeccable construction, and cutting-edge tire tech is firmly rooted in the ethos of Specialized. Tires were the first product that Specialized offered and continues to be a fundamental focus of research and development for the brand.
A rubbing disc brake is a common problem, and even the slightest rub which might not really be slowing you down, can still be annoying. Regardless of the brand or model, this video will help you get rid of that pesky rub.
This video has everything you need to know to remove and install flat bar grips, whether they be lock-on style or a traditional friction fit. We'll walk through the basics and throw in a few tips as well.
This video will review the bleeding procedure for SRAM brakes while using the Park Tool BKD-1 Bleed Kit.
