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A Vindication of 32 Inch Tires(Post)
Whether you are a seasoned one-wheel rider or are a first-timer looking for more information on the sport, you’re in the right place to find some gems of wisdom and insight. We have many years of ex
Is Your Unicycle Seatpost Too High or Low? (and What You Can Do)(Post)Getting into the sport of unicycling can be highly rewarding but that doesn’t mean it’s free of challenges. Just like anything worth pursuing, you have to earn the payoff through a combination of hard
Adjusting Unicycle Saddle Height: What You Need to Know(Post)So you’ve just bought a brand new unicycle that you thought would be perfect for you - only, you get up in the saddle, and something’s wrong. You can’t reach the pedal at its lowest point with your
Specialized Safety Gear for Uncyclists(Post)We all know, bicyclists and unicyclists alike, that a helmet, knee, elbow and wrist pads are staples of safety gear. They protect the head, elbows, knees, and wrists, and to a degree, the hands. Toget
Avoiding Corrosion and Premature Wear on Your Unicycle or Odd Bike (Post)Properly cared for, your unicycle, penny farthing or other odd bike will last you many, many seasons of enjoyment and recreation. Yet these are all still mechanically complex machines that, like a b
Well-Known (but Basic) Unicycle Skills/Tricks to Master(Post)Have you gotten comfortable with mounting your unicycle and riding it forward?The next step is to try out some of these tricks for size (some might call them skills rather than tricks).Nonetheless, kn
What crank length should be on which unicycle?(Page)What crank length should be on which unicycle? This is not an easy question, it depends what you want to do with your unicycle. All the unicycles are sold with standard length cranks but you can...
What Bike Tools Should You Never Be Without? (Post)Your backpack shouldn’t be weighed down with all the tools and parts you keep at home on the bench, but all the same, when you go out on the trail, there are some bike tools you should always have on
A Specific Investigation into 32 Inch Tires (Post)We’ve published before on the virtues specific to unicycles with 32 inch tires, but we want to go back to it for a moment. They deserve an additional callout. This tire size is growing in popularity a
Selecting a Penny Farthing(Page)Selecting a Penny Farthing When buying a Penny Farthing it is important to know what size you require. You cannot just put the seat up or down! A wheel that is too large or too small will...
How to Idle (Why It Matters)(Post)Like learning how to mount and dismount gracefully, learning how to idle in a unicycle is an absolutely critical skill, as it is the jumping off point for so many other techniques, skills, and, if you
Approaching an Obstacle on Your Muni: Three Techniques(Post)The sport of mountain unicycling is like a whole new dimension of mountain bike riding, and so much more challenging. If you want to feel the proverbial burn, just take your mountain unicycle up on a
Taking an Odd Bike on a Plane?(Post)Here’s What to KnowTraveling with a “regular” bike is hard enough, especially if you plan on flying with it. Bicycles are bulky and heavy to begin with.An odd bike like a penny farthing bicycle? Now t
Choosing a Unicycle That Fits Your Dimensions(Post)The primary thing most buyers are probably concerned with when choosing a unicycle is if it can be used for their intended purposes. For example, touring or commuting unicycles typically have lar
How Not to Store Your Unicycle (or Odd Bike)(Post)Whether you have a mountain unicycle or a larger model used for touring, there are some things you should do to care for it. Then, there are some things you should never do, particularly with respect
Broaden Your Horizons with a Minibike or a Circus Bike(Post)The name of our website, Unicycle.com, says it all. Well, at least, it tells most of the story. We’re specialists, enthusiasts, experts on the one wheeler, with an experienced team of riders who ar
How Do Knee, Elbow, and Wrist Pads Protect You?(Post)Unplanned dismounts are just a part of learning how to ride a unicycle. Really, they’re a part of the learning curve for all wheeled machines, from bicycles to skateboards and everything in between.
Exercises That Will Work Your Unicycle-Riding Muscles (Become a Stronger Rider!)(Post)Learning to ride a mini clown bike or a unicycle is not without its challenges. For those of you that have tackled this new objective and are looking for exercises you can do to keep yourself active d
Expand Your Horizons with These Unicycle Sports(Post)Have you summited every peak there is in the world of one-wheeling? Or at least, does it seem so to you?Are you a seasoned Muni rider? A trick rider? A long-distance rider?If so, and it seems like the
Penny Farthing, Odd Bike, Clown Bike: Answering Some Basic FAQs(Post)You may know them on sight even if you don’t recognize them by their official name. Call it a penny farthing, an odd bike, a clown bike, or a circus bike - you might be referring to the same thing.The