Laneway Blog
Laneway Cyclery is built on good bikes, honest service, and the kind of chats you only get leaning on a counter. This blog is where we share what we are seeing in the workshop, what we are riding around Sydney, and the gear, tips, and small fixes that keep your bike running sweet. From city commutes to weekend gravel, product notes to service advice, it is all here, written for riders who actually use their bikes.
Laneway Blog
Bleeding SRAM vs Shimano brakes: the differences that catch people out
The difference that matters most is the fluid. SRAM brakes run DOT fluid, Shimano brakes run mineral oil, and they are not interchangeable. Put one into a system built for the other and you'll swel...
Read moreGoing tubeless: sealant, plugs, and what to actually carry
Tubeless stops most punctures before you notice them. Here's the setup that works, how often to top up sealant, and what to do when a cut is too big to seal.
Read moreChain waxing vs wet lube: what actually changes
Waxed chains run cleaner and last longer. The prep is where most people give up. Here's what changes, and whether it's worth it for how you ride.
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If you’ve spent any time looking into the Hunt 1000, you’ve probably already realised one thing: There is no perfect tyre. The Hunt is rough, fast, rocky, muddy, smooth, steep, remote, and unpredic...
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What Gear & Tyres For The Goodness Gravel Events?
One of the best things about the Goodness Gravel events is that they don’t demand a perfect race setup. You don’t need a hyper-aggressive gravel race bike. You don’t need carbon everything. And hon...
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One Pub Tour Written by Gaston Armand A beginner-friendly cycle touring adventure from Windsor Train Station to the St Albans Pub. This ride follows quiet country roads, river crossings, and rolli...
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Once a month, we turn things up with the Sydney Bike Rave:A night ride with lights, music, and rolling party vibes. What to Expect: Speakers, glow sticks, and costumes Cruising Sydney’s streets...
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IIIPRO E4 4 Piston Mountain Bike Brakes
When it comes to Ali Express cycling related products is a very divided topic. Some will only get "Big brand names” and others will just try anything. I am the type who will try anything and see wh...
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5 must-ride Bicycle Trails in Sydney
Sydney bicycle riders looking to fill their weekends with fun adventure, mountain biking is the way to go. There are an abundance of tracks to check out. Whether you're an experienced rider or a be...
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