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We loved hearing from Jan, for whom we made a custom, step-through travel road bike. This bike has z-couplers, allowing the bike to be taken apart for travel. These couplers integrate so smoothly into the frame, they are almost invisible! The step-through design solves for mobility issues that accompany longevity and/ or injuries. At Zinn Cycles, we build step-through bikes that perform to the level of any other custom bike with the benefit of accessibility.

By: Kip Williams

Wondering how to patch a tubeless tire? If you flat a tubeless tire while on a ride, you have three options for dealing with it so that you can keep riding: 1) Install an inner tube; 2) Inject pressurized sealant into it; and 3) Plug it.

By Lennard Zinn

This was one of the fastest gravel bikes we've built. It's a Custom Serrai Carbon Fiber gravel bike built with Sram Red eTap AXS components and Enve wheels and cockpit. The bike was built for a 6'5" rider with 195mm cranks paired with a Sram Red AXS power meter.

Are you planning for a long-distance or multi-day bike ride? Whether you plan to ride in a charity event, a sporting event, or any other long-distance adventure, you'll need to be sure that you have the right equipment, that your bike is road-and-trail-ready, and that you're prepared mentally and physically for the event.

Are you searching for the perfect bike that can handle just about any terrain you can throw at it? Custom hybrid bikes are practical and maybe just what you need for your cycling regimen. These bikes are great for riding in urban areas and off-road, as well as for fitness training. It all depends on your individual needs. Let’s explore what hybrid bicycles are, what a hybrid bike is good for, and how to choose a hybrid bicycle that is right for you.

We know how hard it can be to shop for friends and loved ones, but if you’re in need of gift ideas for cyclists, that’s easy for the team at Zinn Cycles. From going big with a completely custom bike to keeping things small with some accessories and components, there are loads of options when it comes to gifts for bike enthusiasts. If you’re in need of some inspiration for finding a unique gift for the bike lover in your life (or a gift for yourself), then you’re in the right place.

While we originally got our start in customizing “regular” bikes, we believe that ebikes also have their place in the cycling world! Our owner and founder, Lennard Zinn, has transitioned to riding an ebike more and more, which has inspired other customers to find out the benefits of riding this type of bike for themselves. Check out this new Zinn custom titanium dual battery ebike to discover what we can create for you!

Table of Contents Introduction Tools Seatpost Installation Treating the Stem Handlebar Positioning Stem Faceplate Installation Front Wheel Installation Final Steps Bicycle Assembly When you get your Zinn, Clydesdale, or KHS bike fully assembled from us, it’s shipped to your house already built. But, you will have a few minor steps to complete before you can hop on and go for a ride. So, follow this how-to guide to assemble your bicycle quickly and easily.