Normally, descents are my favorite part of mountain biking, when all that hard work getting to the top is rewarded with a singletrack rollercoaster. So I was perhaps a little grouchy when, on a ride ...

If your rim brakes squealed on your past few rides, one (or all) of these four simple procedures should return you to silent slowing: 1. Clean the brake pads and rims with an alcohol-based product.

Winter can spell disaster for brakes. Mud, road grit and water accelerate wear, cause corrosion and may leave you stopping Fred Flintstone-style. Here are signs of wear to watch for and tips on how to ...