Laurène Philippot

Laurène Philippot
Laurène is the magazine's creator. An avid cyclist, hiker and trail runner, she's always keen to discover new places, especially in the mountains!

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Test Insta360 GO Ultra – The tiny 4K camera that goes everywhere!
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s a test of theInsta360 GO Ultra, a tiny action camera that promises to revolutionize the way we film our outings. As a passionate but “lambda” user, I wanted to see if it lived up to its promise of simplicity for trail riding, cycling, hiking and even cross-country skiing. Here’s my opinion after several months […]

Which bike for bikepacking?
By Laurène Philippot

Contemplative or speed fan? Comfort-oriented or minimalist? Depending on your personality, your desires and your morphology, one type of bike will suit you better than another. To help you choose your bikepacking bike, here’s a quick overview of the main categories of bikepacking bikes. The main categories of travel bikes To choose the bike that’s […]

Huawei FreeClip 2 test – Great all-round headphones
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s my review of the Huawei Freeclip 2, an open earphone with an innovative clip design. After several weeks of intensive testing, here’s my full review of these earphones, suitable for both everyday and sports use. My summary What I liked What I liked less How do you use the Huawei Freeclip 2? These headphones […]

Zwift Cog and Click test – My full review
By Laurène Philippot

I tested the Zwift Cog & Click, a solution designed to simplify gear shifting on home trainers. Here’s my full review of this system, which I’ve installed on my home trainer and with which I’ve already done many Zwift sessions. My summary What I liked What I liked less How can Zwift Cog & Click […]

Tips for getting started with automatic pedals
By Laurène Philippot

Automatic pedals are often the biggest source of stress for beginner cyclists! With Joséphine from Giant Strasbourg, we explain step by step how to get started without apprehension, with the right gestures and reflexes. Our video tips for getting started with car pedals Understanding the principle of automatic pedals First of all, a quick reminder: […]

Test the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT mattress – Ultra-light & comfortable!
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s my review of the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT mattress, a well-insulating, ultra-light and comfortable mattress, after testing it for several nights in different conditions. Test video summary My summary What I liked What I liked less How do I use the NeoAir XLite NXT? The NeoAir XLite NXT is an ultralight, high-performance inflatable mattress, […]

Women’s and feminist library – Inspiring books for sportswomen
By Laurène Philippot

Looking for escape, inspiration or reflection? Discover our selection of books written by women: sports and adventure stories, practical guides or more general essays on the place of women in society. These varied readings, ranging from self-improvement to reflections on equality, will inspire you to dare, understand and be inspired. Why this women’s and feminist […]

Zenbivy Ultralight bed test – My full review of this ultralight comforter
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s what I think of Zenbivy’s Ultralight bed, an alternative to conventional sleeping bags with a system consisting of a sheet and a quilt, after several hiking, bivouac and bikepacking tests. Test video summary My summary What I liked What I liked less How can Zenbivy’s Ultralight bed be used? Zenbivy’s Ultralight bed is a […]

Huawei Watch GT6 Pro test – My full review
By Laurène Philippot

I tested the Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro, a multisport connected watch, interesting for its comprehensive health tracking, GPS and mapping. Here’s my full review after several weeks’ testing and my opinion of this watch, which I think offers a good compromise between a connected watch and a sports watch. Test video summary My summary […]