There are three realistic fuel options for long-distance bicycle travel: gas, petrol and alcohol. After years of riding across dozens of countries, I settled on alcohol — and more specifically, on a stove I built myself from a single beer can. This is not the fastest or most comfortable option. But for long-term travel, it … Read more
Brake pads can wear out extremely fast depending on the conditions. What matters more than long descents or frequent braking is often contamination of the braking system: sand, dirty water after rain, mud, or fine dust all act like grinding paste and can destroy pads surprisingly quickly. On average, I’d say brake pads last somewhere … Read more
Handlebars & Sweat: Why You Should Replace Your Bar Tape Regularly The handlebar is one of the parts of the bike that stays in constant contact with sweat — especially on long rides in hot and humid conditions. When sweat cannot dry properly (for example, trapped under the bar tape), it creates a very aggressive … Read more