XXL Mountain Bikes: A Buyer’s Guide for Big & Tall Riders
Finding an XXL mountain bike isn’t always as simple as choosing the largest frame on the showroom floor. Many mountain bike brands stop at X...
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Plus-Size Cycling Clothing: Finding a Kit That Fits
The right bike can transform your ride, but so can the right clothing. If your jersey rides up, your bib shorts chafe, or your sleeves are too short, even a perfectly fitted bike can become uncomfortable after a few ...
Latest Articles
36ers & 32ers Explained: Big-Wheel Bikes for Tall Cyclists
If you’ve ever felt like every bike you ride is slightly too small, you’re not imagining it. Most modern bicycles are engineered around aver...
Custom E-Bikes: Building an E-Bike That Actually Fits You
Buying an e-bike isn’t just about choosing the biggest battery or the most powerful motor. No matter how powerful the motor is, a bike that ...
Best Bikes & E-Bikes for Short Riders (Under 5’4”)
Most bikes on the market are built for riders between 5’7” and 6’2’’. If you're under 5’4”, that leaves you outside the range almost every m...
The Complete Guide to Bikes for Tall Riders (6’2”–7’+)
Article Summary: Tall riders (6’2’’ to 7”+) should choose a bike based on fit, not just the largest frame size. XL frames generally suit rid...
Heavy Duty Bikes for Overweight Riders: Weight Limits & What Holds Up
Article Summary: Most bikes support riders between 150 and 250 lbs. Some heavy-duty bikes are rated up to 400 lbs. Weight limits include the...
Testimonials
Testimonial: Mike's Zinn Bike
I’ve been riding the Zinn since March. I started increasing my duration toward 600 mile plus months to get ready for the May 3rd 6 day 530 m...
Wheels
Tire Width vs. Rim Width; Which Tires Fit Which Rims?
32 Inch wheels are here! Which Width Tires Fit on Which Width Rims? Tire and rim widths explained Rim width should be directly tied to tire ...
Wheels
Bike Tire Size Explainer
32 Inch wheels are here! Making Sense of Bicycle Tire Sizing What does the “C” on a tire mean? (Or the “B”?) By Lennard Zinn Have you ever w...