Kogel's Ball Bearing Adventures
Ceramic Ball bearing warranty. A market analysis.
I spoke about ball bearing warranty in a previous post but we still explain every day how Kogel is different from Enduro Bearings, Ceramicspeed or Boca Bearings. These are brands...
What is the cost of a ceramic bearing upgrade for bicycles? Part 2
In part 1 of this article we covered the cost of ceramic bottom brackets and wheel bearings. Today we will look at the derailleur pulleys and the cost of ownership...
Do oversized derailleur pulleys really help? Part 2
In part one of this post we analyzed oversized pulley systems and their effect on friction and shifting. Today we will look at their use in mountain bike setups and...
Do oversized derailleur pulleys really help? Part 1
Recently we have been receiving an increasing amount of questions about oversize pulley wheels. With the Ceramicspeed OSPW system and KCNC's being very visible in the market and recently Sram...
Terrain Lab: why Kogel Bearings believes in outdoor testing.
You may or may not have seen the #terrainlab pop up on our social media recently. The photos show our employees and athletes putting their Kogels to the test in...
How often should I service my bearings?
At Kogel Bearings we get a lot questions about the service interval of our bearings. The official answer is that you should service your bearings once per year. It is...
What is the cost of a ceramic bearing upgrade for bicycles? Part 1
Ceramic bearing upgrades come in all shapes and sizes. First there are the different parts of the bike that can be upgraded, then there is a plethora of brands and...
What makes a good ball bearing a great ball bearing for bicycles? Part 2
After discussing the bearing balls in our previous post, we will look further into the qualities that make a great ball bearing. This focus is on radial ball bearings, not...
