The brake pads on your mountain bike play a very important roll in providing great stopping power. Understanding the lifespan of a brake pad is vital for a safe and enjoyable ride. But how long do mountain bike brake pads last? On average, brake pads on a mountain bike last 300-800 miles (500-1300 km). The main factors that affect the lifespan are: riding style, riding conditions, brake bedding, brake pad material and maintenance. A sintered brake pad has the longest longevity; an organic pad the shortest. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of brake pads. We’ll talk about the different types of brake pads, the factors that determine…

Road biking as well as mountain biking is a great way to exercise outdoors. Both types of cycling get your heart rate going and the dopamine makes you feel great afterwards. But diving deeper into the workout you are getting from road cycling and mountain biking; what are the differences in exercise? Road biking is mainly a cardio (aerobic) exercise and is best for building endurance and lower body muscle strength. Mountain biking is also an anaerobic exercise, and focuses less on endurance but includes the upper body muscles for increasing your overall strength. Maybe you want to get into cycling to loose weight. Or maybe you want to work…

There can be many reasons why you would want to convert a mountain bike to a road bike. Maybe you want to try road biking and have an old mountain bike laying around. Or maybe you want to switch from mountain to road biking without actually buying a road bike. To convert a mountain bike to a road bike, you should switch to: slick tires, a larger front chain ring and a road bike handlebar. You should also lock up the suspension if possible. These modifications will lower the rolling resistance, increase the top speed and create a more aerodynamic riding position. Whatever your reason is for wanting to convert…

What pedals to use on your mountain bike has always been a big topic. If you are a cross-country (XC) or a downhill mountain biker, the best option might be straightforward. But since enduro mountain biking is a combination of XC and downhill, should you go for clipless or flats? Whether you go for clipless or flats for enduro mountain biking, is completely up to the rider’s capability. Flat pedals provide more freedom in foot placement which is beneficial for descending; clipless pedals improve performance during climbing. Overall will riding flats improve your technical abilities. In this article, we’ll dive deeper into the thought behind flat and clipless pedals and…

If you happen to be a somewhat of a car/motorsport enthusiast, you’ve most definitely heard of the Nürburgring or Nordschleife; a beautiful 21 km long twisty racetrack through the Eifel region in Germany. But as a mountain biker, can you combine the two and do some mountain biking around the Nürburgring? Mountain biking around the Nürburgring is a great way to explore the track whilst getting a workout. The Radarena Am Ring BULLS Hölle Tour 1 brings you around the complete Nordschleife and shows you all the great viewing points of the track. The trail has length of 24 km and it takes about 3 hours to complete it. I’ve…

A motor on an electric mountain bike has to deal with quite some abuse. They deliver a lot of power whilst being exposed to dirt and water often. As high quality as the most recent e-bike motors are, they have a certain lifespan. But how long do eMTB motors last and can they be repaired? Based on research, the motor of an electric mountain bike will last around 10.000 miles (16.000 kilometers) when used with caution. The most common parts to fail on a motor are the the bearings. By not using the motors full potential constantly and properly cleaning and maintaining it, you’ll get the most out of it.…

Cleaning your electric mountain bike is not particularly the most exciting part of mountain biking. But it is a necessary thing to do and can save you a lot of money in the long run. Cleaning an electric mountain bike is not difficult, but there are a few things you should do to prevent damage. Cleaning your electric mountain bike is a big part of maintaining your bike. The procedure consists of a pre-wash followed by a thorough clean with brushes and soapy water. Next is the drying and lubrication stage. At last protection must be performed in order to keep the bike clean for longer. Mountain biking, especially electric…

The purpose of a mountain bike is to be able to cycle off-road. Getting in contact with mud and water is inevitable. Although your mountain bike and its components don’t particularly like it, they’re designed to cope with it. But is that the same for an e-bike? Can an electric mountain bike get wet? An electric mountain bike can get wet since the electrical components are water resistant. To which extend is determined by the IP-rating. The most common e-mtbs are at least resistant to water splashes. Consult the manufacturer to find out exactly how water resistant the control unit, battery and motor is. As we all know, water and…

Are you in the market for an electric mountain bike? You might wonder, compared to a regular mountain bike, why they are so expensive. We can all understand that a motor and a battery adds to the value, but what’s more to it? Electric mountain bikes are more expensive in two categories: the selling price and the running costs. The selling price is higher because the concept is relatively new and because of the added components like the battery, motor, and the control unit. The running costs are higher because of the increased stress to the bike and the risk of a motor or battery failing. But other than the…

Since electric mountain bikes have entered the world of mountain biking, they’ have’ve become quite popular. With hearing a lot about them and seeing them around you, you may start to think that eMTBs are the future and that they will replace regular mountain bikes. An electric mountain bike will never fully replace a regular mountain bike. Both mountain bikes have a different purpose and thus both have their own place in this world. The factors that determine which bike suits you best, are: where you ride, what your budget is and what you want to get out of your ride. With the rise of the electric mountain bike, is…