Step-by-step guide to adjust bike disc brakes and fix squealing brakes at home. Covers mechanical and Shimano hydraulic systems.
Category: Bicycle brakes
Mechanical vs Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Which Should You Choose?
Cable-pulled or fluid-powered? The mechanical vs hydraulic brake debate comes down to your riding style, budget, and how much maintenance you want to deal with.
How to Fix Bike Brakes Rubbing: Disc & Rim Brake Guide (2026)
That persistent rubbing sound every time you squeeze the brakes – or even when you’re just rolling along – is one of the most frustrating things a cyclist deals with. The good news: bike brakes…
How to Disable your Bike’s Coaster Brake
A coaster brake is not commonly used in bicycles in the US, but it is pretty common among transport bicycles in the Netherlands and Denmark. Basically, a coaster brake is a mechanism attached to the…
Changing Bicycle Brake Fluid: How to Guide
Hydraulic disc brakes need periodic bleeding to remove air from the system and maintain firm, consistent lever feel. This guide covers what fluid your brakes use, what you’ll need, and a full step-by-step bleeding procedure.…
Shimano Road Bike Brakes
Shimano is a very trusted brand in the biking community that makes a wide array of bicycle parts. Indeed, Shimano products constitute around 70-80% of the global bicycle component market—which is an incredibly large share.…