Thru-axle replacements are not necessarily an everyday need for cyclists, but when you do need one, you may find it challenging to find the right one at your LBS. There are a ton of thru-axles ...

Removing and reinstalling a bike's rear wheel can be quite a laborious, frustrating process, as you have to wrangle the chain, derailleur and (if applicable) the disc brake. The new Fasten system, ...

Sometimes, the simplest fixes are the most effective. To further deter thieves from jacking your wheels, Kryptonite has created Security WheelNutz, bike axle nuts with one crucial twist: they can only ...

What is a wheel and axle mechanism? A wheel and axle mechanism is a simple device you make when you connect one or more wheels to an axle. They are used to help things move. A wheel is a round, flat ...

For the past several decades, higher-end bicycles have utilized quick-release axles in their wheel hubs, in order to facilitate fast and easy wheel removal. With the recent movement towards disc ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. How we test gear. Few things affect your riding performance more than the wheels and tires on your ...

We investigate why there’s a growing buzz around 32in wheels and whether they're likely to become a mainstream size ...

Blood, sweat and tears goes into Le Tour, and the design of high-performance bike wheels. Guillaume Horcajuelo/EPA As with the riders, the bikes need to be in best shape possible to perform well ...