TBS Mountain Bike Blog
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Threaded vs. Press Fit Bottom Brackets
01 February - 2024Threaded vs. Press Fit Bottom Brackets – Bottom brackets (BB) are components in bicycles that connect the crankset to the bike frame. Threaded and press-fit are two of the most common types of bottom bracket designs, and each has its...
How to Choose the Right MTB Brake
25 January - 2024How to choose the right MTB brake: Choosing the right mountain bike brakes is crucial for your safety and performance on the trail. There are several types of MTB brakes available, and the choice depends on your riding style, preferences,...
SRAM "Full Mount" Hangerless Derailleur System
18 January - 2024With the launch of the SRAM Eagle Transmission in 2023, one of the biggest takeaways was the direct mount derailleur design, which eliminates the need for a derailleur hanger. Derailleur hangers have always been a pain, but with no alternatives...
What is an XD (XD Driver) Freehub?
11 January - 2024In the following article we are going to go over everything you need to know about XD (XD Driver) freehubs. What is an XD freehub? How long has XD been around for? What components are compatible with an XD freehub?...
Folding Bead vs. Wire Bead MTB Tires
04 January - 2024Folding bead vs. wire bead MTB tires. When looking to buy a mountain bike tire there are many options that can make it difficult when trying to choose the right one. With different compounds, tread patterns, casing options, and more,...
What is a Microspline Freehub?
28 December - 2023In the following article we are going to go over everything you need to know about microspline freehubs. What is a microspline freehub? How long has microspline been around for? What components are compatible with microspline? All of this and...