Every mountain biker has experienced it at least once: lack of motivation. No matter how much you enjoyed this sport in the past, you just can’t get on that bike. Perhaps you’re even considering selling your bike. But fear not; based on my own experience I know that you can regain that motivation for mountain biking! Through this article I would like to help you retrieve the love for this sport. I’ll share my personal story and give you some tips that have helped me a lot. Let’s start with the first step: find out why you’re lacking motivation. Find Out Why You’re Lacking Motivation From my own experience, I’ve…

Wheelies are just for showing off right? Well, yeah, but there’s more to it. Being able to perform a wheelie will actually make you a better mountain biker. But practicing wheelies isn’t easy and will take some effort. Do wheelies damage your mountain bike? Whether a wheelie does damage to your mountain bike, depends on the experience of the rider and the quality level of the bike. It’s often the practicing process that can cause damage to the drivetrain, suspension or wheels. Doing it properly with a soft landing, will not harm your mountain bike. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how you can prevent your mountain…

Mountain bikes are quite versatile as they can be ridden off-road as well as on road. Especially if you want to use your mountain bike for commuting or urban cycling, a kickstand would come in quite handy. Do mountain bikes have kickstands? No, a genuine mountain bike that’s designed for off-road use, does not come with a kickstand nor has mounting points for it. A kickstand doesn’t suit a mountain bike’s purpose, adds weight, and is also a safety hazard, as it can get caught on obstacles along the trail. When I started mountain biking myself, I first thought I really needed a kickstand on my bike. A couple years…

Mountain bikes might be quite slow on pavement, but are very fast off-road. If you are new to mountain biking, you might wonder how pedaling power is transferred to the rear wheel. In this article, we’ll have a closer look at the drivetrain of a mountain bike. Do mountain bikes have gears? All mountain bikes nowadays are equipped with gears. Being able to switch to a lower or higher gear, makes it easier for the rider to climb a steep slope or to travel at a high speed. Mountain bikes without gears (single-speed) do exist, but are unusual and require great strength. The drivetrain of a mountain bike has gone…

Gravel bikes have become very popular over the last few years. They bridge the gap between a road bike and a modern day mountain bike. But with the possibility to fit tires up to 50 mm on a gravel bike, isn’t a gravel bike and a rigid mountain bike the same thing? Rigid MTBs and gravel bike are quite similar, but there are a few key differences. Gravel bikes lean more towards road bikes, but are also capable of riding on country roads. Rigid mountain bikes don’t feel at home on pavement, but are setup for more technical and challenging off-road cycling. In this article, we’ll look at the differences…

A lot of people all over the world use their road bike off-road. But the first change you have to make, is to fit more grippy tires. Since mountain bike tires offer a lot of grip on loose surfaces, you might wonder: can you put mountain bike tires on a road bike? You can’t put mountain bike tires on a road bike. There is not enough tire clearance and the rims are not compatible with the wide mountain bike tires. However, if you are in need of more grip for using your road bike off-road, you can convert your bike into a gravel bike and fit gravel bike tires. In…

Whether you are an adrenaline seeker or someone that wants to enjoy the peacefulness of nature by bike, mountain biking is a great outdoor activity. But above all, this sport has some great mental and physical health benefits. However, there are a few things that might grind your gears; what are the disadvantages of mountain biking? There are a few disadvantages to mountain biking. First, it is an expensive and time consuming sport that is not allowed everywhere. Second, you need some technical skill to be able to perform repairs and maintain the bike. And finally, there’s a good chance of getting injured at some point. In this article, we’ll…

Electric mountain bikes are quite expensive. Manufacturers that offer eMTBs for $10.000 or more, is nothing extraordinary nowadays. But how far can you go and what’s the most expensive eMTB? With a price of $15.000, the Specialized S-Works Levo SL LTD is the most expensive eMTB that you can buy. This is a lightweight electric mountain bike with similar handling to a regular mountain bike. You get a carbon frame, carbon wheels and electronic suspension and shifting. Is it worth saving up for the most expensive eMTB? What do you actually get for the money and does this bring you increased performance? These are all questions that we’ll be answering…

Good that you are looking into mountain biking as a way to get fit! Exercising in nature is not only good for your body; it’s also good for your mental health. But when you’re a bit heavier, you might find it difficult to find a suitable electric mountain bike. What’s the best eMTB for heavy riders? The user weight limit of an electric mountain bike (eMTB) varies from brand to brand and lies between 105-150 kg/230-330 lbs for the rider including gear. The best full suspension eMTB for a heavy rider is the YT Decoy Core 2 with a weight limit of 150 kg/330 lbs. There are quite a few…

Transporting your electric mountain bike on the roof of your car, is a great way to get your bike to new trails. But we all know that an eMTB is heavier, wider and longer than a regular mountain bike. Can you put an eMTB on a roof rack? Yes, you can put an eMTB on a roof rack. Some great examples are the Yakima HighRoad, Pendle Ergorack and Inno Tyre Hold 2. To make sure that the carrier is suitable for your bike, compare your bike’s weight (without battery), wheelbase and tire width with the specifications of the roof rack. You’ve most probably found out that most famous roof rack…