Author Thomas | bike-components

Thomas

Quality Control Manager

Gravel Enduro City & Touring Road

Tommy works in quality management at BC and brings over 10 years of workshop experience. He is convinced that cycling isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life, whether it’s Enduro, road biking, or gravel.

At bc since:: 08.2015
Place of residence:: Aachen
Favorite bike:: Transition Patrol, Scott Foil, Resonator Wizard of Titan

My blog posts

How To: Replace the Chain on Your Road Bike in Five Steps

How-Tos

Is the chain on your gravel or road bike worn out? Do you want to install a new one? With our how-to guide, replacing the chain is a piece of cake.

How To: Changing a cassette on a road bike? This is how it’s done!

How-Tos

A cassette on a road bike or gravel bike can be changed quickly. We’ll show you how to replace the cassette with just two tools.

How to: Replacing the MTB Chain

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Is the chain on your MTB worn out? Do you want to fit a new one? No worries. We’ll explain how you can replace your chain on your bike.

How To: Eliminate Bike Creaking

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Does your bike creak when you pedal or when it bounces? We’ll show you the most common reasons and what you can do to counteract creaking on the bike.

How To: MTB Cassette Replacement Made Easy!

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With the right tools, replacing the cassette on your MTB is a quick and easy task. We’ll show you how it’s done.

How to check your chain for wear and tear

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For biking to be fun, the chain must run cleanly. This means you should check it regularly for wear! Find out here how to do it!

How to – MTB Shifters & Derailleurs: Adjusting the Rear Derailleur

How-Tos

Whether you’re using Shimano or SRAM, adjusting the derailleur on a mountain bike or e-MTB is not difficult. With our tips, every gear will shift smoothly.