The RIDEYOW Blog

Preparedness, Control & Performance: Psychological Aspects Of Mountain Biking

Preparedness, Control & Performance: Psychological Aspects Of Mountain Biking

Feeling prepared and confident is the key for me when I want to attempt bigger trails or features.  Personally, this comes to me through repetition, variation, and visualization.

 

A Midsummer's Bikepacking Trip

A Midsummer's Bikepacking Trip

Sandra recently went on a 3-day solo bike packing trip and wants to share what she did to help you prepare for your next bike packing adventure.  Read on to find out how she got her bike ready, what equipment and food she packed, and how she packed it and carried it. 
What's In That Pack Mister?

What's In That Pack Mister?

If you're wondering what instructors carry with them, on and off lesson, here's some insight into what is in that huge pack.
Fatbike Tire Pressures

Fatbike Tire Pressures

Fatbiking is still pretty new to most people and tire pressure can make-or-break a ride.  Check out our guide to getting your tires dialled for different conditions.
Ottawa-Gatineau Fatbike Trail Primer

Ottawa-Gatineau Fatbike Trail Primer

If you're looking for fatbike trail in Eastern Ontario, the Ottawa-Gatineau Fatbike Trail Primer covers where the trails are, trial maps, and how to ride them.  We have kick-ass trails. Come and try them!
We made our own hydration drink to fight cramps !

We made our own hydration drink to fight cramps !

This past season starting in early summer, I started getting pretty strong leg cramps in the middle of the night.   So we came up with our own drink recipe for better hydration during rides and to fight cramps afterwards.
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Rider Question - New Bike - Carbon & Wheel Size?

We are regulalry asked, "Should I get a new bike?" and "What should I look for in a new bike?".