El Rey Del Najlon: Warranty on a Used Bicycle?
Used bike warranty? Learn what a warranty really means, the conditions it must meet, and how BikeGremlin’s “El Rey Del Najlon” guarantee works.
Buying – tips
Tips for buying bicycles and bicycle parts
Where should I buy bicycle parts (and tools)?
A short list of shops where I buy bicycle parts and tools online – what I’m using and can recommend
BikeGremlin’s Black Friday recommendations
A very brief (and exclusive) list of offers that I consider good enough to buy myself, or recommend to friends. Nothing more, nothing less.
Kids’ bicycles – how to pick the right size?
A practical guide to choosing the correct kids’ bicycle size. Includes wheel-size charts by age and height, balance-bike advice, and tips for first-time riders.
Buying a bicycle – new vs used
For a given budget, is it better to buy a new, or a used bicycle? Which one of those gives you more bang for the buck in the long run?
Buying a bicycle – how to ask for advice?
How to ask for help and advice when buying a new or a used bicycle?
Vintage bicycle frames with modern parts
Mounting more modern wheels, derailleurs and forks on an old, or vintage frame, in order to make a cheap, and durable bicycle that’s easy to maintain.
Buying a bicycle on Amazon, or another online shop
Is buying a bicycle on Amazon a good idea? What are the pros and cons? Do they offer a wide range of good choices?
Buying (checking) a used bicycle
How to check a used bicycle before buying. A practical step-by-step guide to inspecting frame, wheels, bearings, brakes, and test riding safely.
What kind of bicycle should I buy?
Help when choosing a bicycle – answering the question “what (kind of) bicycle should I buy?”
Which type of bicycle suits your needs?
Which bicycle type fits your needs? An interactive guide and questionnaire to help choose the right bike based on how and where you plan to ride.
How to choose a correct bicycle frame size
How to choose the correct bicycle frame size. Learn why old sizing methods fail and how effective top tube, stack, and reach determine real fit.