Posts in category how-to

Last Mechanical Monday, we resurfaced a guide to replacing and working on sealed bearings. In a similar vein, we look at the common misuse of cleats (so …

This weekend at Barry-Roubaix, cyclocross bikes reigned as the primary pick for most open riders. As you would expect from a state packed with engineers and …

As we approach the week of Cyclocross National Championships, we know that some of you will be getting your hands dirty in the pits. If …

As we approach the week of Cyclocross National Championships, we know that some of you will be making the trip for the first time, or …

Trapped inside by the storm of the century? Time-crunched during the holidays but worried your indoor roller workouts will make your handling skills rusty? There are …

With Cycle-Smart International coming this weekend (and giving some hints on social media about a possible sand pit) and all the bucket loads of sand …

Cyclocross is just around the corner. Some racers, like Elle Anderson, Tim Johnson, Anthony Clark, and the Durrins of Neon Velo, used the weekend to …

If you don’t want to spring for an air compressor or the Bontrager TLR Flash Charger Pump, and are tired of furiously pumping to get …

Readers who are looking to come into the upcoming cyclocross season with a set of new tubular tires have hopefully already bought them months ago, …

Want to upgrade your wheels without dropping cash on a whole new wheelset, or not ready to go to tubulars? There are a few cost-friendly …

Work time will be decreased with a repair stand. With work time decreased, beer time increases, and that makes for happier cyclocross racers. Happy cyclocross racers make for a better sport. So you see, the future of our sport depends on everyone owning repair stands.

Ever get tired of sitting on a wet chamois during your cyclocross racing and winter and spring riding? Remounting and landing on a cold, wet …

Oostmalle is in the books, and with that, the UCI season is over for the year. Though late season ’cross races and now gravel races …

Not used to riding and racing cyclocross in the cold? Or want to make sure your national championships is stress-free and that you’re completely equipped? …

With the cold days of winter already here throughout most of the country, all but the most macho cyclocrossers (or with the best circulation) will …

Since I started racing cyclocross two years ago, I’ve gone through more kit than I’d care to admit. Kits stained with mud that, no matter …

We asked, “What are your thoughts on thru axles for cyclocross, and why would someone want to use them? Will that be the next big …

Your question: How can I tell when my tubulars need to be re-glued? by Drew Hager Generally, a tire will bite the dust from damage …

Gravel racing is getting more and more popular with the cyclocross community this season. Cyclocross star Justin Lindine has won two of the big name …

Your question: I’m not ready to go to disc brakes, but I want to improve my braking. Are there any upgrades or changes I can …

One of our readers asked, “If I switch to disc brakes, what’s going to be different in terms of maintenance?”  One of our trusty mechanical …

One of our readers asked, “What’s the best way to set up front dérailleur to get smooth responsive shifting? Any thoughts?” Chris Mayhew, one of our …

A couple of weeks ago, we asked some of our favorite mechanics and the staffers at Cyclocross Magazine which tools they simply couldn’t live without …

by Chris Mayhew The season is over, but before you pack away the bike into the back of the garage until next September, there are …

This week, we’re all about making sure that your bike is being taken care of for the next couple of months, even if you’re not …

by Chandler Snyder With less than a week until Cyclocross Nationals, many out there are thinking about prepping and packing for the event. The biggest …

From the man who brought you “The Glitter Method” two weeks ago, Chandler Snyder is back to talk about how you (yes, you!) can handle …

  by Chandler Snyder Riding tubulars for cyclocross is one of the best feelings in the world. The grip, the “cush” … but then, the …

Two months ago, we ran an editorial that made the case for pit wheels versus a pit bike. Instantly, the Internet was up in arms: …

Want to win some sweet shwag from ProGold?  Is your bike so muddy that it is starting to look like Swamp Thing?  Is your chain …