Luke

About Luke

appreciates the climb and its challenges, but is convinced the only reason to pedal faster up the hill is to start your descent sooner. While he has sampled the joys of long rides on the tarmac, the dirt is where you’ll find him. When not on the trail or in the water, Luke likes to drive off into the wild to take his daughter camping in his cherished 1987 Volkswagen Westfalia.

How To: Replace a Tube to Fix a Flat Tire

How To: Replace a Tube to Fix a Flat Tire

Luke2016-12-29T10:54:57-08:00

Even with the widespread adoption of tubeless tires, flats are still a fact of

How To: Replace a Tube to Fix a Flat TireLuke2016-12-29T10:54:57-08:00

Ask a Mechanic | Getting Set Up For Spin Class

Ask a Mechanic | Getting Set Up For Spin Class

Luke2016-12-22T11:15:29-08:00

Walter says, "A few of my friends are really into their spin class. What

Ask a Mechanic | Getting Set Up For Spin ClassLuke2016-12-22T11:15:29-08:00

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – Part III: Brakes

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – Part III: Brakes

Luke2016-12-15T14:54:19-08:00

What is the most critical piece of gear on your bike? And by that

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – Part III: BrakesLuke2016-12-15T14:54:19-08:00

Ask a Mechanic | Bedding In New Disc Brake Pads

Ask a Mechanic | Bedding In New Disc Brake Pads

Luke2016-12-15T08:21:30-08:00

Michelle says, "I just bought new brake pads, but my braking performance is worse

Ask a Mechanic | Bedding In New Disc Brake PadsLuke2016-12-15T08:21:30-08:00

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – Part II: Dropper Posts

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – Part II: Dropper Posts

Luke2016-12-12T18:13:03-08:00

Photo: Gibson/Maxxis Put a dropper post on your holiday wish list and the non-mountain

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – Part II: Dropper PostsLuke2016-12-12T18:13:03-08:00

Ask a Mechanic | What to Look for in Mountain Bike Grips

Ask a Mechanic | What to Look for in Mountain Bike Grips

Luke2016-12-12T12:11:31-08:00

Oliver asks, "What do I look for in choosing a new set of grips?"

Ask a Mechanic | What to Look for in Mountain Bike GripsLuke2016-12-12T12:11:31-08:00

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – MTB Part 1: Wheels

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – MTB Part 1: Wheels

Luke2016-12-08T13:52:18-08:00

Nothing wakes up your bike like a quality wheelset. A good wheel upgrade will

What You Really Want to Buy, But Won’t – MTB Part 1: WheelsLuke2016-12-08T13:52:18-08:00

Ask a Mechanic | Understanding Wind, Magnetic, and Fluid Trainers

Ask a Mechanic | Understanding Wind, Magnetic, and Fluid Trainers

Luke2016-12-07T10:29:34-08:00

Cedar asks: “What is the difference between wind, magnetic, and fluid trainers? Can you

Ask a Mechanic | Understanding Wind, Magnetic, and Fluid TrainersLuke2016-12-07T10:29:34-08:00

Ask a Mechanic: Basic Trainer Setup

Ask a Mechanic: Basic Trainer Setup

Luke2016-12-01T14:39:21-08:00

Hans says: "I'm sold on the importance of indoor training during the rainy season,

Ask a Mechanic: Basic Trainer SetupLuke2016-12-01T14:39:21-08:00

Product Review | Chromag Fubar OSX 35 Handlebars

Product Review | Chromag Fubar OSX 35 Handlebars

Luke2016-10-20T10:55:37-08:00

I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Chromag, admiring their origins

Product Review | Chromag Fubar OSX 35 HandlebarsLuke2016-10-20T10:55:37-08:00

Lezyne 2017 GPS Computer Line-Up Quick Comparison

Lezyne 2017 GPS Computer Line-Up Quick Comparison

Luke2016-10-18T09:06:34-08:00

California-based accessory manufacturer Lezyne has rolled out their 2017 GPS line-up. This is their

Lezyne 2017 GPS Computer Line-Up Quick ComparisonLuke2016-10-18T09:06:34-08:00

Cycling 101: How to Adjust a Headset

Cycling 101: How to Adjust a Headset

Luke2016-09-07T14:18:42-08:00

A loose headset can cause serious problems. If your front end sounds especially clunky,

Cycling 101: How to Adjust a HeadsetLuke2016-09-07T14:18:42-08:00