Bike Chain Efficiency Testing: Wax vs Oils, Old vs New Chains, Singlespeed vs Gears
Let's look at the bike chain efficiency of waxed vs wet-lubed chains, old vs new chains, oversized pulley wheels, and more!
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Shimano Tiagra R4000 Compatibility: Does It Work Seamlessly with CUES?
Shimano Tiagra R4000 compatibility is unusual, offering pairing with CUES shifters but incompatibility with the derailleurs and cassettes.
The 6 Most Serviceable and Repairable eBike Motors (I Wouldn’t Use Anything Else)
The true mark of a good eBike is that it has a serviceable, repairable eBike motor that can run long after the warranty ends.
The 3 Best eBike Motors for Reliability, Ranked by Real-World Data
The best eBike motors aren’t the ones with the highest power, smallest size, or quietest operation - they’re the reliable ones.
Ultra-Wide Range 2× Drivetrains for Drop Bars: GRX & CUES Compatibility & Hacks
With new Shimano components and clearer CUES compatibility, we now have 2× setups with wider ranges and lower gears than ever before.
No Chain, No Derailleur: The $4500 Rivian eBike Only Has Digital Gears!
The Rivian eBike marks the adventure EV brand’s first big leap beyond cars and trucks and into the broader world of electric mobility.
The 10 Best Bike Chain Lubes According To Science (Lab Tests)
The best bike chain lubes cut down on friction and wear, boosting efficiency, extending drivetrain longevity, and saving you lots of money.
Drivetrain Efficiency: What’s The Difference In Speed Between 1X and 2X?
This article explores drivetrain efficiency differences between 1X and 2X systems, focusing on frictional losses, chain angles, and performance.
I Tested Supre Drive: The Brilliant Drivetrain Taking on SRAM & Shimano
Supre Drive reimagines the derailleur system from the ground up, promising to fix many of the drivetrain issues we've come to accept as inevitable.
4 Promising New Bicycle Belt Drivetrains From Eurobike 2025
Belt drive product development is moving fast, so here are three bicycle belt drivetrains you should definitely keep an eye on.