Folding Bicycle Blog

Fixing squeaky brakes

Posted by Dr. Yan Lyansky on Sep 25th 2021

Everyone knows how annoying squeaky brakes can become. So how can we fix them??? It turns out to be an easy fix. Loosen the brake pads, with a 5mm allen wrench. Then "toe them in" pushing the front of … read more

How to remove squeaks from your bike

Posted by Dr. Yan Lyansky on Sep 25th 2021

In the previous article I wrote about squeaky brakes, so I will assume the squeak comes from a non-brake source. A squeak is normally derived from non-lubricated metal on metal contact. Lubing the aff … read more

Yoga for body & mind

Posted by Dr. Yan Lyansky on Sep 25th 2021

Yoga is amazing for body alignment. I studied at the Sivananda Ashram in the Bahamas, it is an amazing place to study. They teach yoga twice a day, the best in the world. They teach philosophy, medita … read more

Pull ups for training & alignment

Posted by Dr. Yan Lyansky on Sep 24th 2021

After my body broke due to misalignment I started visiting the chiropractor three times per week. After several months of therapy I was addicted to chiropractic care. I felt better the minute I left t … read more

The best non-traditional cycling grips

Posted by Dr. Yan Lyansky on Sep 23rd 2021

I saw a cool old timer at my first MTB race. He needed grips for the race, so he cut an inner tube and wrapped it around his handlebar, securing it with electrical tape. I loved the idea & ingenuity! … read more