About bike components (parts)
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Learn about how to get the most of out gears and brakes on your bike
Gears
Gears are especially good when going up hills or taking off from lights. They allow you to ride faster when your legs are strong and slower when your legs get tired.
There are three major bike component (gear and other bike equipment) manufacturers: Shimano, Campagnolo and SRAM. Find (right) links to all three.
Brakes
See the link for technical material and Australian Standards about bike brakes.