A Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning Your Bike's Drivetrain. Your bike's drivetrain – the chain, cassette, chainrings, and derailleurs – is the engine room of your ride. It's responsible for translating your pedaling power into forward motion. However, it's also a magnet for dirt, grime, and old lubricant, which can lead…
When you're riding a bike, especially at higher speeds or on downhill roads, you might hear the term "engine braking" thrown around. But what exactly does it mean? In simple terms, engine braking happens when you slow down your bike without using the brakes — just by releasing the throttle.…