Can I use WD-40 to lube my bicycle chain?

No. You should never use WD40 as chain lubricant since WD-40 is NOT a true lubricant since it’s primary use is as a solvent or rust dissolver.

What is the healthiest beer?

Darker beers, such as stouts and porters, and extra hoppy beers, such as DIPAs and Imperial IPAs are the healthiest, along with Trappist beers and spontaneous fermented beers, such as Lambics and Gose.

Why do you ride?

Several academic studies have asked this question, “why do mountain bikers ride?”

I thought I’d have some fun and find out what these researchers found out, and put the findings into a real-world context.

I contacted the Marin Museum of Bicycling in Marin County, California to find out. Joe Breeze, who is the curator of the museum replied to my question, and yes, this is the same Joe Breeze who is credited with creating the first mountain bike back in 1977.

Road helmets usually don’t have a visor, are sleeker, more compact, and have more & larger air vents compared to the heavier, rounder, bulkier and airflow restricted mountain bike helmet.

However, the real question might be what helmet offers better protection?

What are some of the best snacks and snacking ideas you have when it comes to being out on the trail?

I posted this question to 7 different biking and hiking clubs and received over 500 responses. This post outlines the most popular trail snacks, and the best snacking ideas for mountain bikers, or anyone who likes to snack in the great outdoors.

A thru-axle is a type of wheel attachment system where the axle shaft goes through one side of the fork then through the hub and is screwed into the other side of the fork.

What does travel on a mountain bike mean?

Mountain biking ‘travel’ refers to how far moving parts move or “travel” and is usually measured in millimeters (mm). Travel used to refer specifically to the mountain bike (MTB) suspension, but now also includes the dropper seatpost.

The bottom bracket is the 'spinny' thing where the pedals come together

MTBers and road cyclists are near the top when it comes to frequency of eye-injuries, with the vast majority being preventable with a pair of riding glasses or goggles. Sport-specific glasses or goggles are an essential mountain biking equipment and should be considered non-negotiable protective gear, just like your helmet and gloves.

Do you really need a dropper post?

Despite the extra weight, price, and complexity - Dropper-Posts offer more pedal efficiency, increased safety and make riding more fun.

What are the best beers to drink warm?

Malt-driven beers, amber ales, scotch ales, English ESBs, Belgian doubles, and some low bitterness chocolate stouts will be your best choices. Avoid hoppy & lager-style beers and industrial beer.

Do clipless pedals make a difference and does cycling with them improve performance, efficiency, and increased pedal power?

Clipless pedal systems provide approximately 10% more maximum power output during short periods (<30 seconds) of all-out sprints and steep climbing, compared to flat pedals.

How much water should I drink while mountain biking to stay hydrated?

Mountain bikers and cyclists should drink to the dictates of their thirst. This means drinking to satiate thirst, and stopping once thirst has been quenched.

What muscle groups are used while mountain biking?

The muscles of the buttock, hamstrings, quads, calf, shoulder, chest, arms & forearms and the core muscles are all heavily involved while mountain biking.

This post focuses on beer, and why it’s the perfect beverage after a day of riding singletrack/biking paths.

How are mountain bike trails rated?

MTB trail difficulty ratings are generally based upon 6 parameters: surface features, gradient, trail width, natural obstacles, technical features, and fitness level.

Chilena cuisine is the result of the combination of the native indigenous people, most notably the Mapuche along with contributions from the Spaniards, and German influence from the 19th-century

How fast does a mountain biker go?

Average speed for an MTBer≈ 10 mph (16 kph) during singletrack riding. Uphill sections average ≈ 8 mph (13 kph) with downhill sections averaging ≈ 12 mph (19 kph). 

Chile is one of the most geographical and climatically diverse places on the planet. Continental Chile passes through 39 degrees of southern latitude, which has an immense effect on the formation of unique patterns