There's a saying: a clean bike is a fast bike, and as cliche as it sounds, there's a huge amount of truth in it. The proper function of a bike depends on a number of moving parts being able to, well, ...

Enough with the greasy drivetrain. Learn how to prep, wax, and maintain a chain for cleaner rides and longer component life.

Taking care of your bike is key to ensuring it’s always ready for the next ride. But cleaning a bike isn't as simple as washing a car; it's a more intricate process that tends to every component, ...

It may seem obvious to seasoned triathletes (though maybe not, given the state of some literally "seasoned" bikes in transition), but it's important to keep your bike clean. Not just from a Type-A tri ...

For those residing in the northern hemisphere, this time of year is best summed up as 'soggy'. The trails turn to mud, the mercury plummets and your bike instantly gains a couple of kilos courtesy of ...

Nothing can ruin a cyclocross race faster than a mechanical. Sure, some mechanicals are the result of bad luck, but many are eminently preventable via proper bike maintenance. One of the most common ...

Cleaning your bike is an easy thing to put off — it’s mostly superficial and it’s just going to get dirty again anyway, right? False. Leaving your bike dirty has all sorts of bad consequences aside ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Winter is a rough time for any bike: all that mud, grit and wet ...

It can feel like a chore, but showing your bike a little love can make a huge difference – and we're not just talking about a quick bearing-stripping blast with the gas station power washer either!

Cleaning your bike is easier than you think. Whether it’s steel, aluminum, titanium or carbon, with water and bike appropriate cleaners, polishes, degreasers and lube you can rid your bike of dirt in ...