https://velosurance.com/blog/category/gear/ Velosurance blog: Articles about cycling gear. Learn what gear you need and how to choose it from a plethora of cycling products available today. en-us 2026 Velosurance. All rights reserved. support@velosurance.com (Velosurance) support@velosurance.com (Velosurance) Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0500 Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:41:08 -0500 Jekyll 4.2.2 https://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification 60 daily 1 https://velosurance.com/assets/images/velosurance/logos/velosurance-logo@2x.png https://velosurance.com/blog/category/gear/ 144 38 https://velosurance.com/blog/bike-cargo-trailer/ https://velosurance.com/blog/bike-cargo-trailer/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0500 Denis Voitenko Gear A bike cargo trailer costs $150 to $600, hooks to the bike you already own in about ten seconds, and hauls 100 lbs of groceries without changing how the bike handles. This guide covers how trailers attach to quick-release, nutted and thru-axles, one wheel versus two, which trailer fits the Costco run, the daycare run and the hardware store, 20 models compared by capacity and price, and what changes when the tow vehicle is an e-bike. Bike Cargo Trailer Buying Guide: Best Trailers, Hitches and Uses https://velosurance.com/blog/how-buy-used-bike/ https://velosurance.com/blog/how-buy-used-bike/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0500 Denis Voitenko Gear The pandemic bike boom is aging into the best used-bike market in memory, and the easiest one in which to buy somebody else's problem. Here is how to price a used bike, run the serial number, inspect the frame and fork like a mechanic, read an e-bike battery's real health, and leave the handoff with the paperwork that lets you register and insure the bike for full value. How to Buy a Used Bike and Not Get Burned https://velosurance.com/blog/cycling-pain-cave/ https://velosurance.com/blog/cycling-pain-cave/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0500 Denis Voitenko Gear A pain cave is a corner of your home where the bike is always ready and the only variable left is whether you show up. Here is what it costs to build one at three budgets, from a $175 used fluid trainer to a $6,000 smart bike room, plus the software that supplies the reason to keep pedaling. How to Build a Pain Cave on Any Budget https://velosurance.com/blog/bike-gear-ratios-explained/ https://velosurance.com/blog/bike-gear-ratios-explained/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0500 Denis Voitenko Gear A gear ratio is chainring teeth divided by cog teeth, and that one division explains almost everything about how a bike climbs, cruises, and sprints. Here is how to read gear inches, range, and step size, how 1x, 2x, 3x, and internal hubs compare, what the research actually says about crank length, and why every worn cassette is a cheap chance to re-gear your bike around the rider you have become. What Cyclists Need to Know About Gearing https://velosurance.com/blog/best-beach-cruiser/ https://velosurance.com/blog/best-beach-cruiser/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 21:25:15 -0500 Travis Reill Gear Sunshine on your face, salt in the air, and a bike that feels like a summer song on two wheels—welcome to the world of beach cruisers. These laid-back beauties aren’t just for the boardwalk anymore; they’re for lazy coffee runs, neighborhood hangs, and living life in the slow lane (in the best way possible) Choosing the Perfect Beach Cruiser: Comfort, Corrosion Resistance, and E-Cruiser Tech https://velosurance.com/blog/how-choose-hitch-bike-rack/ https://velosurance.com/blog/how-choose-hitch-bike-rack/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 21:12:15 -0500 Travis Reill Gear Choosing the right hitch bike rack means matching it to your vehicle, picking platform or hanging style, and weighing capacity, access, and security. How to choose a hitch bike rack https://velosurance.com/blog/guide-direct-to-consumer-bikes/ https://velosurance.com/blog/guide-direct-to-consumer-bikes/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:12:15 -0600 Travis Reill Gear One major reason to buy a bike directly instead of from a shop is price—cutting out middle steps often means saving money. Your guide to direct-to-consumer bikes https://velosurance.com/blog/fat-bike-buying-guide/ https://velosurance.com/blog/fat-bike-buying-guide/ Mon, 12 Feb 2024 20:12:15 -0600 Travis Reill Gear Fat bikes—distinguished by ultra-wide tires—are the ultimate all-season, all-terrain bikes, offering unmatched flotation and versatility across snow, sand, trails, and city commuting. Fat bike buying guide https://velosurance.com/blog/why-buy-from-local-bike-shop/ https://velosurance.com/blog/why-buy-from-local-bike-shop/ Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:25:15 -0500 David Williams Gear Many people turn to online retailers for convenience and savings when shopping for a new bike. Window shopping for bikes from the comfort of your home is a great way to learn about what’s out there and helps you narrow your options quickly. Support Your Local Bike Shop: Expert Service, Community Roots, and the Pro-Build Advantage https://velosurance.com/blog/how-select-optimal-tire-for-bike/ https://velosurance.com/blog/how-select-optimal-tire-for-bike/ Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:25:15 -0500 Denis Voitenko Gear Tires can drastically affect your ride, they can be the difference between winning or losing, crashing or “saving it,” riding with confidence or with fear. If your bike is due for a new set of tires, you should look at it as an opportunity to improve your ride. How to select the optimal tire for your bike https://velosurance.com/blog/gear-up-hot-summer-rides/ https://velosurance.com/blog/gear-up-hot-summer-rides/ Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:25:15 -0500 Katrina Rossi Gear Summer means longer, hotter days. However, with right preparation, you can still enjoy plenty of summer riding despite the added challenges of hot weather. Knowing what it takes to beat the heat and stay cool in warm weather is the key to a safe, enjoyable ride during the summer. Gear up for hot summer rides https://velosurance.com/blog/what-look-commuter-bike/ https://velosurance.com/blog/what-look-commuter-bike/ Sun, 29 Dec 2019 23:25:15 -0600 Katrina Rossi Gear Whether it’s to adopt a healthier lifestyle, be more environmentally friendly, or avoid the hassles and costs that come with driving a car, the option to commute by bicycle seems to be appealing to an increasing number of people worldwide. What to look for in a commuter bike https://velosurance.com/blog/womens-gear-what-really-need-neccessary/ https://velosurance.com/blog/womens-gear-what-really-need-neccessary/ Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:25:15 -0500 Katrina Rossi Gear The decision to take on a new sport or hobby can be an expensive one. When compared to others, cycling is a relatively inexpensive pastime, but it still comes with a relatively hefty price tag. When you consider all the gear you see at a bike shop, it’s easy to spend thousands of dollars on all of the bells and whistles that you’re convinced you have to have. Women's gear: What do I REALLY need? https://velosurance.com/blog/bicycle-helmets-how-choose/ https://velosurance.com/blog/bicycle-helmets-how-choose/ Sat, 22 Jul 2017 10:25:15 -0500 David Williams Gear It was more than 100 years after the invention of the bicycle that bike helmets came into widespread use and another decade before safety standards for them were established. Although more than four decades have passed since the birth of the modern bike helmet, there's no law requiring adults use them and only 21 states mandate their use by children. Not just for kids: how to choose a bike helmet https://velosurance.com/blog/how-pick-right-cycling-gear/ https://velosurance.com/blog/how-pick-right-cycling-gear/ Sun, 09 Jul 2017 10:25:15 -0500 David Williams Gear There’s more to cycling than hopping on your bike and hitting the road. Finding the right gear optimizes your riding experience while keeping you safe and comfortable, whether you’re commuting to work or hitting the trails. How to pick the right cycling gear https://velosurance.com/blog/which-bicycle-buy-kid/ https://velosurance.com/blog/which-bicycle-buy-kid/ Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:25:15 -0500 David Williams Gear Buying the correct bicycle for your child is the first step to creating a lifelong love of the sport. Bikes that aren't suited to your child's size, ability or riding style, aren't just unpleasant and cumbersome to ride—they may also put the child in unnecessary danger. Which bike should I buy for my kid?