Category: Tutorials

Are you planning a (day) hike and wondering what is essential to bring with you? Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or new to the activity, having the right gear is essential to a successful and safe hiking trip. We have composed a list of gear and tools with the 10 essentials for day hiking, because…
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Numbers don’t lie. Sadly, every winter season tens of people die in the US by getting caught by an avalanche (avalanche.org). In Europe that number is unfortunately even higher with approximately 100+ fatalities each year (avalanches.org). In this article we will discuss some avalanche safety tips. What is avalanche safety? Avalanche safety is a set…
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Your disc brakes are a crucial part of your bike. So maintaining them properly is a must. Over time, your bike brake pads wear out and you will need to replace them.  Fortunately, replacing your bike brake pads is not difficult. In just a few steps and with limited tools, it can be done in…
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When you save a Word file, it has the extension “.doc” or “.docx,” and an Excel file has “.xls” or “.xlsx.” Similarly, a GPX file is a GPS data file saved in the GPS Exchange format. GPX files can save, send, and upload routes usable by many GPS programs or devices. You don’t have a…
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Did you know that a badly lubed (mountain) bike chain or a dirty chain can cost you several watts during your rides? For instance, if you would pedal at a constant 250W effort, the loss of power transmission to your rear wheel will increase without the right bike chain lube and application. Less friction =…
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Planning to ride a MTB marathon for the first time but you don’t know how to prepare? After I rode the Stoneman Gold I received some questions regarding the preparations we’ve made to ride the Stoneman Arduenna (a mountain bike ultra marathon challenge). So I listed 8 tips and tricks and one special bonus tip…
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