Our cycling agony aunt Sara Robin tackles another problem... HAVING a rusty chain is bad news as chains wear much faster if there is no oil on each link as they can’t bend smoothly round corners. If ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Christine Ryan and Eve O'Neill Cleaning and lubricating your bike’s chain can ...

Without a chain you're left with nothing but an expensive balance bike. Here's how to keep yours spotless. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...

It may seem obvious to seasoned triathletes (though maybe not, given the state of some literally "seasoned" bikes in transition), but it's important to keep your bike clean. Not just from a Type-A tri ...

Cleaning the chain on your bike is a key part of reducing wear, improving performance and showing love to your bike. It's particularly important through the wetter, colder months when bicycle chains ...

If your bicycle chain is rusty, an easy way to get rid of surface rust is to pour lime juice on a piece of steel wool and scrub the rusty areas. The citric acid in the juice will react with the iron ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Whether cycling through the puddle-ridden streets of London or ...