Use this tip sheet to learn about basic up-keep of your bike

This tip sheet from the League of American Bicyclists provides a comprehensive guide to basic bicycle maintenance, covering everything from greasing bolts and bearings to fixing flats and adjusting brakes. It includes detailed steps for maintaining various parts of the bike, such as pedals, derailleurs, and tires, and offers tips for packing a bike for travel.

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15 mountain bike maintenance and repair essentials under $30

This article lists 15 essential mountain bike maintenance and repair supplies, all priced under $30, to help riders prepare for the upcoming season. It includes items such as tire plugs, lube, degreaser, sealant, mineral oil, and other supplies to minimize downtime and keep the bike rolling. The list provides links to purchase each item, highlighting their importance for bike maintenance.

HMP Swaleside bike repair scheme taking scooter donations

Swale Borough Council's Cycle-re-Cycle project, launched in 2024, has refurbished about 340 bikes with the help of prisoners at HMP Swaleside. The project, funded by selling refurbished bikes for £10, is expanding to refurbish manual scooters. Supported by a £5,000 grant from Active Travel England, the scheme aims to save bikes and scooters from landfills and aid prisoner rehabilitation. A donation drive for roadworthy bikes and scooters will take place on Friday at the council's Swale House headquarters.

Finding a bike shop near me: The hidden problem for Europe's cycling rates

A new European report by Shimano reveals that bike maintenance issues, such as limited access to bike shops, rising costs, and a shortage of skilled mechanics, are significantly impacting cycling rates. 65.27% of Europeans demand safer cycling infrastructure, while 37.95% wish for safety and awareness campaigns. In the UK, 47% believe cycling infrastructure has improved, which could enhance safety perceptions for children.

Colorado college student arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot - CBS Colorado

A student from Fort Lewis College in Colorado has been arrested for allegedly plotting to murder another student. Jackson Keller, 19, faces charges of criminal solicitation for first-degree murder and unlawful possession of a weapon on college grounds. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the campus community.

Best bike tool kits 2026: Tool boxes for every home mechanic

This article from Cyclist magazine reviews the best bike tool kits for home mechanics, providing a range of options from basic to comprehensive, with detailed descriptions of the tools included in each kit.

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DeLaMare Library opens new bicycle lab | University of Nevada, Reno

The DeLaMare Library at the University of Nevada, Reno, has opened a new bicycle lab in its makerspace, offering students, faculty, staff, and community members tools and resources for bicycle repair and maintenance. The lab, funded by the Gregory Nelson Living Trust, includes ParkTool repair kits, bike stands, air pumps, and manuals, all available for use or checkout. The library plans to host workshops on repair, micromobility safety, and bicycle security. The bicycle lab is open during the library's operating hours.

Torque Wrench Etiquette

This video from the Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) explains how to use a torque wrench properly. It covers what a torque wrench is, the different types available, how to use it correctly, and common mistakes to avoid. The video aims to ensure bike components are torqued to the correct tension, preventing failures due to over-torquing.

Durango Visitation Up in 2025

The Durango-La Plata County Airport saw a 13% increase in travelers in 2025 compared to 2024, reaching 563,009 visitors. This marks a 40% increase from pre-COVID-19 levels and the highest number of visitors in the past 25 years. Factors contributing to this growth include increased airline seat capacity, more flights to major hubs, and reduced airfares.

Tariff proposal threatens small bike shops like mine

This opinion piece by a local bike shop owner discusses the negative impact of a proposed tariff on bicycles, bicycle frames, and e-bikes, arguing that it would harm small businesses and increase prices for consumers without benefiting the U.S. metals industry.

La Plata County housing prices rise as in-town Durango dips

In 2025, La Plata County saw a 2.8% increase in median home prices, while in-town Durango experienced an 8.5% decline, marking the first drop since 2017. Despite the dip, housing affordability remains a challenge for many residents.

Craighead Forest Park is eastern Arkansas’ premiere mountain bike trail system

Craighead Forest Park in Jonesboro, Arkansas, has recently undergone an $800K trail upgrade, adding eight miles of mountain bike trails. This expansion is part of a larger plan to develop the park into a premier mountain biking destination in eastern Arkansas. The project, completed in 2024, has introduced new and updated trails, catering to various skill levels, and has also preserved some of the park's legacy trails. The park's unique topography, atop Crowley’s Ridge, offers challenging terrain for bikers, and the area is seeing increased interest from both locals and out-of-state visitors.

Best Mountain Biking Video Game Ever Comes to Console

The article reviews the release of MAVRIX, a mountain biking video game, on console platforms. The game, now available on PlayStation and Xbox, offers a vast open world for downhill racing and freeride exploration. It includes a new Slopestyle Mode and improved features such as tricks, trails, and bike physics. Priced at $39.99 USD, the console launch aims to provide an authentic mountain biking experience for console players.

Bottom Bracket Removal & Installation: Threaded

This article from Park Tool explains the process of removing and installing bottom brackets used in threaded shells, covering three-piece cranks, external bearing cups, and T47 standards. It details the steps for removing and inspecting the cups, preparing the threads, and reinstalling the cups with the correct torque specifications.

Eyes on the snow

This winter, we’ve all had our eyes on the snow– or lack thereof – but the folks at the Colorado Avalanche Information Center are looking for a few more. The Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (FoCAIC) – the outreach, education, events and fundraising arm of the

Old Bike, New Tricks - Upgrading my enduro mountain bike for my local trails

Upgrades, tuning, and cleaning the bike up. It's almost as good as new!

New Jersey severely cracks down on e-bikes, requiring licenses and insurance; must be 15 or older to use one. | News | 70and73.com

New Jersey has enacted a new law requiring licenses and insurance for e-bikes, with riders needing to be at least 15 years old. The law, signed by Gov. Phil Murphy, mandates registration and licensing for motorized bicycles, with fees waived for the first year. It also prohibits e-bikes and electric scooters from using non-motorized trails with natural surfaces, though local governments can make exceptions. Law enforcement must report e-bike accidents to the state Department of Transportation and the Motor Vehicle Commission.

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Razzie Awards Nominations: ‘Snow White,’ Ice Cube-Starring ‘War of the Worlds’ Lead With Six Nods Each

The 2026 Razzie Awards nominations have been announced, with Disney’s live-action 'Snow White' and Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' leading with six nods each, including worst picture. Other notable nominees include 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' and 'Star Trek: Section 31', with multiple nominations. The awards, known for recognizing the worst in film, will be presented on March 14, the day before the Oscars.