Worldwide Cyclery

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Brakes are the single most important part of a bike. Without them, we would be riding down trails out of control instead of joyfully descending at high speeds. Having the right set can certainly make or break your day. Read on as our friend Andy tells us about his new set and why he chose them. https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//sram-code-rsc-brakes-rid

Oval Chainrings are a blessing for riders looking for a little extra help while pedaling. Wolf Tooth Components has been making them for years and is a go-to for us and customers looking to get that extra benefit out on the climbs. Our buddy Brian has been through 3 different Oval rings from Wolf Tooth and just put it on his latest build. Let's see what he thought! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//wolf-tooth-elliptical-ch

There are only a few contact points between you and the bike. Some of which you can get away with something that's not optimal. The saddle is not one of those components to skimp on especially on a long ride. Our friend Chris shares his experience with the Ergon SM Pro saddle. Check it out! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//ergon-sm-pro-saddle-ride

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Socks are the most essential item of clothing you could ever wear... Okay maybe not but they still can make a big difference in your ride. Having a comfortable sock with enough padding to keep that dirt and those little rocks from hurting your feet. SockGuy seems to be leading the sock game recently by offering just that, with some cool designs. Lets see what Tedy thought of his cool gnome socks: https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//sockguy-gnomies-6-crew-s

Not all of us have a truck or van to get yourself and your bike to the trail. There are many choices out there when it comes to bike carriers for your car. One of our valued customers shares his thoughts on the RockyMounts BrassKnuckles Upright Bike Carrier. Check it out! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//rockymounts-brassknuckle

If you are going to be riding your bike at night, a reliable night light is a must-have. The Light and Motion Urban 1000 has plenty of lumens to light up the trail while staying light and sturdy. In this review, our customer gives his thoughts on his new light. Check it out! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//light-and-motion-urban-1

Fox suspension is known as the benchmark in the industry. They have a full range of suspension to cover every discipline, each with varying levels of performance and adjustability. The premier level damper gives you complete control of every movement that makes each ride better and better. Craig recently upgraded to the GRIP2 on his 36 fork. Let's take a look at his thoughts below! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//fox-shox-float-36-grip2-

Modern mountain bike forks are packed with all the greatest tech. Believe it or not, there are internal upgrades out there for these already advanced suspension forks. Our valued customer shares their experience with the Push industries ACS3 Spring Assembly for Fox 36 forks. Check it out! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//push-industries-acs3-spr

Today we are talking about Maxxis mountain bike tires. No two tires are built alike so picking the proper front and rear mountain bike tire combo for the job is essential. In this video, Jeff runs us through a comprehensive list of his favorite Maxxis Tire Combos for every imaginable trail condition and riding style. We cover the entire gamut of tires for every discipline from ultra-light XC tires like the Ikon, Reckon, and Rekon Race to the mid-weight offerings with more traction like the Dissector and Minion DHR II. If you lean more toward the enduro or downhill side of things, the Minion DHF and Assegai tires might be more your speed. Check out the video and see which set of Maxxis tires is right for you!

For around $100, the DT Swiss 54T ratchet upgrade kit is the best option possible when looking to increase hub engagement. If you own a set of DT Swiss wheels and do not have this kit, get on it! This customer has been upgrading his bike and is here to share his thoughts on the ratchet kit. Check it out! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//dt-swiss-54t-star-ratche

While the suspension world is dominated by the big guys Fox and RockShox, there are several others out there manufacturing absolute gems. Ohlins is a big name in the motorsports world and is gaining a ton of traction in MTB too. Check out the following review to get a taste for something new and different. https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//ohlins-ttx22m-coil-shock

It's becoming more and more popular these days to go with an oval chainring setup. The debate still rages on whether or not there is a substantial benefit. One of our valued customers gives us a rundown on the absoluteBLACK Oval Narrow-Wide SRAM Direct Mount Chainring. Check it out! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//absolute-black-oval-narr

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a big difference. When it comes to bottom brackets, investing in a higher-end BB can result in an extremely smooth and reliable setup. In this review, our customer Bill shares his thoughts on the Cane Creek Hellbender Neo 30 bottom bracket. Enjoy! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//cane-creek-hellbender-ne

Park Tool has been making tools for longer than many of us have been alive and with a history like that, you can expect their products to be the best. And that is exactly what they are. You can see their iconic blue tool over bike shops around the world, as well as some home workshops for those garage mechanics. Let's see what Jonah thought of his PH-1.2 Hex Set! https://www.worldwidecyclery.com//park-tool-ph-1-2-hex-set