Roadbikes
Road bikes are sports bicycles designed to help you ride faster and farther. Here, we've compiled a list of topics related to road bikes, including their bodies, how to ride them, and training.
TOPICS
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Comprehensive comparison of GARMIN power meters
A comprehensive and thorough comparison of GARMIN power meters! Differences between models, performance, and more.
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How to choose Casual, Everyday Use Binding Shoes
For those who want to use binding shoes on a daily basis for commuting to work or school, sightseeing, shopping, etc., we have compiled a list of binding shoes that can be worn like sneakers.
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Customizing a road bike seat post and its effects
Seat post customization has become a standard because it is easy and simple to do, even for beginners of road biking.
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Types of road bike gloves and how to choose them
When you start riding a road bike seriously, you will want gloves. And surprisingly, there are many types of gloves to choose from, making them easy to worry about. In this issue, we summarize the types of road bike gloves and how to choose them.
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Determining the height of road bike handlebars
The "handlebar height" of a road bike has a significant impact on speed as well as ease of riding. This section summarizes what happens when you change the height and how to determine the right height.
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Shimano road disc brake component compatibility summary
Shimano disc brake components for road use are difficult to select if you don't know about them. We have compiled a list of parts model numbers and their incompatibility, which can be difficult to understand.
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Q Factor: Measurement, Determination, and Adjustment
Q-factor is an important factor for improving pedaling efficiency. we summarize what Q-factor is, how to measure it, how to determine the proper value, and how to adjust it.
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Battery-Powered vs Battery-Operated: Which is Better Bicycle Lights?
There are many different types of bicycle lights, and it is surprisingly difficult to find the right one for you. In this issue, we summarize which type of bicycle light power source, battery or battery-powered, is better, the merits of each, how to choose one for each situation, and how to use each.
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LOOK's Grades and Types of Binding Pedals for Road Use
LOOK is a highly regarded manufacturer of complete vehicles, and in this article, we'll take a look at the grades and types of LOOK's popular binding pedals for road use, and the differences between each model.
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Summary of FSA cranks, grades and ratings
FSA cranks are often chosen as standard equipment for complete bikes. Here is a summary of their grades and why they are often rated low.
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Choosing the right tires for a rainy road bike ride
Road bikes are often used for riding in the rain. In this article, we summarize tire selection for riding in the rain on a road bike.
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Upgrading Your Shimano Rear Derailleur: What to Expect
One of the most modest component upgrades is the rear derailleur. Here is a summary of what changes when you upgrade your rear derailleur.
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How to lighten heavy mechanical brakes.
The weight of the brakes not only affects the braking power, but also creates a significant impact on fatigue during the ride. In this article, we'll take a look at how mechanical brakes work and how you can lighten the weight of heavy brakes.
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The Difference Between Up-Route and Down-Route Front Derailleurs: How to Choose
There are two types of front derailleurs, "top-route" and "down-route", depending on how the frame is routed. Here is a summary of the differences between the two, how to tell them apart, and what to look for when choosing one.
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Differences and Identification of Disc Brake Only Wheels
Disc brake bicycles require wheels specially designed for disc brakes. In this article, we will discuss what is the difference between disc brake-specific wheels and rim brake-specific wheels. What is the difference between a disc brake wheel and a rim brake wheel? Or rim brake only? When selecting a wheel, it is important to know how to tell the difference.
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Comparison of Navigation Features in GPS Cycling Computers
This is a summary of the different navigation functions of GPS cycle computers. Even GPS cyclocomputers with the same navigation function have completely different usability depending on the onboard navigation function.
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Essential Special Tools for Installing and Servicing Shimano Hollowtech 2
Hollowtech 2" is the standard adopted by the latest Shimano front cranks. We have compiled a list of special tools required for installation and maintenance of "Hollowtech 2", which is unavoidable when upgrading to higher grade front cranks.
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Types and Differences of Sensors for Bicycle Computers, Their Pros and Cons
External sensors are used to send data such as speed, cadence, and heart rate to a cyclocomputer. This section summarizes the types and differences of sensors for the cyclocomputer and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
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XOSS Cycle Computers: Complete Comparison & Summary
This is a thorough comparison of all models of cycle computers from XOSS, a new manufacturer from Hong Kong that is popular for its overwhelming cost performance.
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Weight Loss and Heart Rate: What You Need to Know for a Bicycle Diet
If you want to lose weight by cycling, it is important to know not only how many calories you burn, but also what you consume. In this article, we will look at heart rate, which determines what you consume when cycling.
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Advantages and disadvantages of an anagaki saddle
Holey saddles reduce crotch chafing and buttock pain on road bikes. We summarize its advantages and disadvantages.
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Are binding pedals necessary for road bikes? No flat pedals?
Binding pedals are widely used among road bike users. This section summarizes the differences between binding pedals/shoes and flat pedals, and why binding pedals are chosen.
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Vittoria Road Tires: Series and Types Overview
The following is a summary of the features of each series of Italian tire manufacturer Vittoria's tires for road use, as well as the weight, price and type of tire for each model.
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Types and grades of Pirelli tires for road use
Pirelli is also famous as a manufacturer of high-end tires for automobiles. In this article, I've summarized the differences between Pirelli's road bike tires for each series and model, their weights, and how to choose the right tire for each application.
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Continental Tire Series and Types for Road bike
Continental is a standard and popular tire for road bikes in Japan. Here is a summary of Continental's tire series and types for road use, as well as the differences in weight between models and sizes.
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Grades and Types of Shimano SPD-SL Binding Pedals
Shimano's SPD-SL pedals reign as the standard binding pedals for road bikes, and we have compiled a list of the differences between each grade model and product.
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Shimano Crank Length Lineup and How to Find the Best Crank Length
Crank length is a small difference, but it makes a big difference in riding style. In this article, we summarize Shimano's crank length lineup for road cranks and how to find the best crank length.
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How to pair an ANT+ phone with an ANT+ sensor
This is a summary of how to pair an ANT+ phone with an ANT+ sensor. Also how to respond if pairing or data reception does not work.
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Should I use disc brakes or rim brakes?
Disc brakes are coming of age, and conventional rim brakes such as caliper brakes and V-brakes. This article summarizes the differences between them and which is better.
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Long Arch Brake Features and Upgrade Methods
Long arch brakes are used on road bikes and Hybrid bikes with large tires. Here is a summary of their features and how to upgrade them.
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What kind of brand is "dhb" for sports and cycle wear?
What kind of sports and cycle wear brand is dhb, and what are the characteristics of dhb's clothing and item lineup?
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What does "C+number" in bicycle wheel product names mean?
Some manufacturers include the "C+ number" format, such as C15 or C18, in the product name of their bicycle wheels. In this article, we will explain the "C+ number" of wheels.
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Types and Differences of Brakes for Sports Bicycles
Sports bicycles are equipped with various types of brakes. Here is a summary of each brake, its features and differences, advantages and disadvantages, and which brake bike you should buy in the future.
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Chest vs Arm Heart Rate Sensors: What's the Difference?
There are two types of heart rate sensors used for road bike training, the chest type and the arm type. The following is a summary of the differences between the two types and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Shimano Hollowtech 2 BB: Comparison and Points to Consider
In-depth comparison of Shimano Hollowtech 2 and BB (bottom bracket) units! A comparison of the specs of the different BBs in terms of weight and compatibility. The following is a summary of the points to consider when selecting a BB.
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Road Bike Binding Pedal Comparison: Major Manufacturers
We have thoroughly compared binding pedals for road bikes from major manufacturers, including the weight of the pedals themselves and which are the lightest with cleats + pedals.
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Advantages and disadvantages of clincher tires
Clincher tires are widely used on bicycles, from city bikes to road bikes and other sports bikes. The following is a summary of their advantages and disadvantages.
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Road Bike vs Gravel Bike: Key Factors to Consider
Gravel bikes have been rapidly gaining in popularity over the past few years. But what is the difference between a standard road bike and a gravel bike? We have compiled a list of tips on how to recognize a gravel bike and what to look for when choosing one.
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Panaracer's gravel tires series "GravelKing": types and how to choose
Panaracer's GravelKing gravel tires have been rapidly gaining popularity over the past few years, and we have compiled a list of the differences between the different models and how to choose one.
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The higher the grade, the better it works! Brake shoe types and interchangeability
Of all the bicycle parts, brake shoes are the most frequently replaced along with tires and tubes. The following is a summary of the types of brake shoes and notes on compatibility, which are said to work better if they are used at the top level.
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