Guides & tutorials
The bicycle and cycling accessories guide
Buying advice and step-by-step how-tos for the accessories that make riding safer, drier and more comfortable — written in plain language, no jargon.
Guide 01
Choosing a bike bell
Handlebar size, ring volume and kids vs adult.
Guide 02
Picking handlebar grips
Lock-on vs slip-on, and the 22.2mm standard.
Guide 03
Protecting your camera
Half-cover sleeves vs hard shell cases.
Buying guides
Choose the right accessory
Four short guides that cover the questions shoppers ask most. Each one ends with a clear recommendation and a link to the products.
Guide 01
How to choose a bike bell
First, measure the handlebar at the mounting point. Most adult bikes, folding bikes and scooters use 22.2–31.8mm bars; kids bells fit 22–25mm. Next, think about who rides — a loud brass or metal ring is easier for kids to use and easier for others to hear. Finally, check the lever: a smooth thumb lever lets a rider ring without losing grip.
Shop bike bells →Guide 02
How to choose handlebar grips
Grips come in two types: slip-on rubber grips that slide over the bar, and lock-on grips secured by aluminum rings. Lock-on grips are the better upgrade for MTB and commuter riding because the rings stop rotation on rough ground. Both fit standard 22.2mm handlebars. Look for a textured surface — it keeps your hands planted when gloves get sweaty.
Shop grips →Guide 03
How to choose a handlebar bag
If you ride in rain or use your phone for directions, choose a waterproof bag with a clear TPU touchscreen window — you can check maps without pulling the phone out. Check the fit: RidingRush bags hold phones up to 7 inches. Compact front pouches keep the bar clear for steering and suit road, mountain and e-bikes.
Shop handlebar bags →Guide 04
How to protect your action camera
Two protection styles solve two problems. Hard shell cases hold their shape inside a backpack and protect against bumps and pressure. Half-cover sleeves slide on while your selfie stick stays attached, so the camera is ready the moment you are — ideal for Insta360 X4/X5 owners who shoot in quick bursts.
Shop camera cases →Step-by-step
How-to: install and maintain your gear
Most RidingRush accessories install in minutes with the included hardware — no special tools required.
Install a bike bell
Slide the clamp over the handlebar near the grip, position the bell so the lever sits under your thumb, then tighten the clamp screw. The bell should stay put when you press the lever — a loose bell means the clamp needs one more turn.
Wrap handlebar tape
Start at the bar end and wrap toward the stem, overlapping each layer by roughly half the tape width. Keep even tension so the surface stays flat, and finish with the included bar end plug. Road and gravel bikes use two rolls per pair of bars.
Mount a handlebar bag
Place the straps over the handlebar and tighten the hook-and-loop closures until the bag sits level and does not slide when you steer. Most RidingRush bags use tool-free straps, so you can move the bag between bikes in seconds.
Measure your handlebar
Use a ruler or caliper at the point where the accessory mounts. A reading between 22.2mm and 31.8mm covers most adult bars; anything under that range is typically a kids bike, so choose a kids-sized bell (22–25mm).
Read, then ride
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