EQUIPMENT

For participation in our workshops and tours, you will need the following equipment:

Functional mountain bike (hardtail, all-mountain, enduro, freeride, downhill)
Helmet – mandatory for guided bike tours
Gloves
Shoes with good grip and stiff soles
Protectors (recommended – can also be rented)
Flat pedals (can also be rented)
Backpack (snacks, energy bars, water bottle, phone, money, ID, first aid kit, rain/wind jacket, spare clothes, lights, sun protection)
Tools (pump, repair kit, multi-tool, chain link, derailleur hanger, brake pads, tire levers if needed, zip ties)

TIPS

To avoid unpleasant surprises during the tour, our bike guides recommend checking the following before you start:

Check rims: do the wheels still run true?
Check spokes
Check tire profile and make sure there are no visible damages
Check tire pressure – ideal for MTBs 1.8 – 2.5 bar (depending on tire and rider weight)
Adjust brakes properly (lever travel)
Check brake pads – is there enough material left?
Inspect brake discs for wear or deformation
Check frame for cracks or damage
Inspect bottom bracket, pedals, and headset
Adjust saddle to the correct height
Make sure handlebars are properly tightened
Adjust clipless pedals correctly
Clean and oil the chain
Check derailleur and shifting (also under load) and adjust if necessary, check derailleur hanger
Adjust suspension to rider weight and check functionality