John Watson
John Watson
John is an experienced cycling enthusiast and a great asset when it comes to writing skills. He's a Bachelor of Arts and a talented journalist. John is in charge of our blog and writes posts on a variety of cycling-related topics.

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Touring Bike vs. Road Bike: Main Features, Pros and Cons
Sporty road bikes or touring bikes usually get a lot of attention, not least because of their innovative technology and capacity for long travels with your loads strapped on them. But the touring bike and the road bike are not designed for all users. While road bikes are designed for those who want lighter and faster ...
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Steel vs Aluminum Bike Frames: Choose the Right One for You
When buying a bicycle, you face many questions. In addition to determining the basic model you want – BMX, MTB, or classic city bike – the frame size, the look, and much more also play a role. Above all, however, the material is important to be completely satisfied with the bike later on. Many people are therefore ...
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How to Pick a Bike Lock: Step-by-Step Instruction
Have you lost the keys to your bike lock, or they simply aren’t working properly? You’re probably at a loss for what you do, and you need to figure out something fast. Without a key, you are left with very few options to open it. But it pays to be aware of your options and know how to ...
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Gravel Bike vs. Mountain Bike: What’s the Difference between Them?
Gravel bike vs mountain bike - which one to choose? Both of them are designed for off-road riding but are different in a few ways. With the tried and tested mountain bikes as well as the still-young gravel bikes, you have a choice of suitable bikes for such purposes that won't leave you alone even in the deepest ...
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How to Measure a Bottom Bracket: Height and Length Explained
It's no secret to anyone with experience riding a bike that soft-pedaling makes the activity less strenuous. As such, how to facilitate softer pedaling is a question that should be on every rider's mind, and the answer is a better bottom bracket, and how to measure bottom bracket size is critical to that. This ...
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5 Best Front Bike Rack: Necessary Accessory for Your Bike
A front rack can add more changeability to any bicycle. Whether you use your bike for touring across the country or commute to and from work, a quality front bike rack can be helpful. There is a wide range of bike rack types out there, and it is essential to understand what features are most necessary to ensure you ...
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Giant vs. Trek Bikes: Understand the Difference
Giant vs. Trek bike: which brand of a bicycle is the better fit for you? Both Giant and Trek are major players in the bicycle industry. The Giant cycle company is well known for its mountain and hybrid bikes, which get reviewers' top marks for their ...
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5 Best Suspension Seatposts for the Most Enjoyable Bikepacking!
Do you like getting off your bike, having lower back pain, and finding it difficult to walk? There aren’t many people that would answer that question with yes. If you enjoy bikepacking but are tired of being sore, your best option is to purchase the best suspension seat post on the market. You may wonder how to find ...
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Bike Box Dimensions and Weight: Size Chart of Boxes to Ship Bikes
Whether you are traveling or planning to ship your bicycle from one place to another, it is important to determine bike box dimensions. It is important to note at this point that you might also be able to get a bike bag that will act as an appropriate shipping or travel container for ...
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Bike Tune Up: What Is Included?
A bike tune-up is crucial if you want to keep it in good shape. How often to tune up a bike? Whether it is a DIY bike tune-up or a tune-up done at a pro bike shop, it should be done at least annually. Most people do a tune-up in the spring after the bike has been sitting in a garage or ...