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How to Adjust Bike Brakes: A Step-by-Step Guide for Every Brake Type

May 6, 2026 by Morgan Strug
A pair of hands releasing a V-brake from the front wheel of a bike

An easy-to-follow guide for adjusting caliper, cantilever, linear-pull, and disc brakes on your bike. DIY and save some money!

Categories Learning Tags authorbio, Brakes, info, Maintenance

The Best Substitutes for Bicycle Rim Strip Tape

June 15, 2024February 1, 2024 by Pedal Street
Roll of electrical tape that can be used as a bike rim tape substitute

Your best options for bike rim tape substitutes are going to be electrical tape, duct tape, hockey tape, strapping tape, or an older bike tube.

Categories Learning Tags Bike Rims, info, Maintenance

4 Best Grease Options for Your Bike Pedals

September 1, 2024September 30, 2022 by Pedal Street
Hand holding up the axle of a bike pedal with a container of Vaseline in the background

Our favorite bike lubricants are from Park Tool, Finish Line, CyclingDeal, and WPL. You can also use Vaseline on your bike pedals as a backup.

Categories Buying Tags affiliate, Maintenance, product
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