What have everyone been arguing about lately? Inventory of hot topics in the bicycle industry

Although it is said that 'as long as you like bicycles, we are family', even as a family, it is inevitable to have daily 'arguments and bickering'. So, what are the popular "tear jerking" topics among cycling enthusiasts recently? Let's talk about it today!

1. Disc brake or ring brake?

Whether to stick to lap brakes or embrace disc brakes has always been a hot topic of debate among car enthusiasts, and everyone has divided into two distinct factions. Disc brake enthusiasts believe that disc brake systems undoubtedly have huge advantages over ring brake systems in terms of reliability and braking effectiveness. Secondly, with manufacturers fully focusing on the research and development of disc brake road vehicles, it is possible that the future road vehicle market will be completely dominated by disc brake models, which contradicts the trend of technological popularity. It is not advisable to reverse history!

However, the circle brake party does not represent conservatism, and car enthusiasts who love circle brakes naturally have their own reasons and ideas.

Disc brake enthusiast: I have reliable performance, don't worry about brake thermal degradation!

Circle brake party: I am lightweight.

Disc brake enthusiast: My braking feel is delicate!

Circle brake party: I am lightweight;

Disc brake party: My bucket shaft structure is solid and reliable!

Circle brake party: I am lightweight;

Disc Brake Party: Can we bypass the issue of weight...

Quanchadang: Alright, my pneumatic design is better, my technology is more mature, and maintenance is simpler.

Disc Brake Party: Let's continue discussing the issue of weight.

Of course, jokes are just jokes. Both disc brakes and ring brakes have their own characteristics and advantages. Which one is your favorite?

Should the pneumatic posture of 'brainstorming' be prohibited?

Speaking of UCI (International Cycling Union), I believe everyone loves and hates this organization. On the one hand, UCI has hosted one exciting international race after another, allowing car fans to feast their eyes. On the other hand, UCI is like a nagging "mother", adhering to the principle of managing big and small matters, and imposing various strict restrictions on drivers' equipment, clothing, and movements.

Well, recently this "old lady" has issued another new regulation, prohibiting drivers from using the "overtuck" action of lying on the tube. The representative figure who uses this action is "cousin" Frum.

The release of this prohibition regulation has sparked heated discussions among car enthusiasts. Those who oppose this resolution believe that every driver racing on the track will inevitably be filled with a desire for victory. Using these "flashy moves" that can increase one's chances of winning is actually not impossible, and secondly, it can also increase the viewing value of the event. Why not do it?

But supporters of this resolution believe that cycling is inherently a dangerous sport, and allowing riders to perform these "abnormal" postures will only increase the risk of the race, especially since these top drivers play the role of "opinion leaders". Once passionate fans become dangerous by imitating these movements, the consequences would be unimaginable.

3. Which is better, a press in center shaft or a screw in center shaft?

In the past two years, Tsui Hark has launched a new five way specification - T47, which has been fully retrofitted on its newly released road vehicles. This move has left many car enthusiasts confused. Why don't you, the big Cui Ke, follow the routine! After playing for so many years, how did you suddenly return to the "pre liberation" era and start tinkering with the screw in axis?

There are various specifications for the chassis axle, and this "BB" and that "BB" make many car enthusiasts confused. However, there are only two types of axles: press in axle and screw in axle. Which of these two axles is better has always been a focus of debate among car enthusiasts. Compared to the press in center axle, the development history of the screw in center axle represented by the Speed GXP is even longer. However, with the "troublemaker" Canon Dell and FSA launching the BB30 press in center axle in 2001, the development of the press in center axle has been flourishing, gradually replacing the screw in center axle as the mainstream specification.

Car enthusiasts who like the press in center axle believe that its ultra light weight and ability to maintain a beautiful connection between the frame and the center axle are reasons why supporters of the press in center axle cannot resist its charm. But there are still many car enthusiasts who insist on using the frame with a screw in center axle, after all, the screw in center axle is not as delicate as the press in center axle when disassembling, and it will not produce annoying noises due to mud or improper installation.

Do you need teammates for long-distance cycling?

The May Day holiday is approaching, and perhaps everyone has the idea of long-distance cycling. Should we enjoy the scenery of the journey alone or set off with a group of teammates in a lively manner? This is one of the issues that many long-distance riders like to argue about. Of course, strictly speaking, this is not considered a 'quarrel' as it is closely related to personal personality and the way one enjoys traveling.

For cycling enthusiasts who enjoy traveling alone, you can freely arrange your itinerary and time without being constrained by different opinions from your fellow riders. At the same time, as you focus your energy on cycling instead of chatting and communicating with your teammates, you will be more likely to notice new things happening around you, adding a different kind of fun to your journey. But from another perspective, riding alone means you have to face the risks you may encounter on the journey alone, and repairing tires alone in the wind may have become commonplace.

Riding with teammates is a completely different experience. Communication and interaction among everyone make the entire journey more lively and interesting. When encountering difficulties, you don't have to worry about not having anyone to help, but at the same time, you won't be very free in arranging your itinerary and time. You must take into account everyone's opinions and feelings.