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 ...

Most bike shops recommend that you purchase mechanical bicycle chain cleaners or pay their repair shop to clean dirty chains, but you can clean a chain simply and inexpensively using a wide mouth ...

Which bike chain cleaners are best? Bikes are amazingly reliable machines—so reliable, in fact, that it’s easy to neglect them. A little maintenance goes a long way. A clean, well-oiled drivetrain ...

Q What's the best way to remove sand from a bike chain? If I got a bike with a belt drive, would sand be a problem? A This is a common problem this time of year, especially if you rode your bike ...

This article has been freshly updated as part of our 'New to Riding' week, running from March 10 to March 17, with a special focus on tips, tricks and inspiration for new riders. Keeping your bike ...

If your bike has been in hibernation over winter, the good news is the clocks (in the UK) go forward on Sunday, 30th March – which means longer days and warmer riding are nearly here. So you may be ...