In this episode of the podcast, I welcome Caroline Prigent, slow travel adventurer, ultra-cyclist and co-creator of Bivouak events. Watch the video Listen to the podcast Episode summary In this episode of La Sportive Outdoor – Sport Outdoor au féminin, Laurène Philippot welcomes Caroline Prigent, a passionate ultra-cyclist and co-creator of Bivouak, an innovative event […]
Cycling in winter can be a real pleasure (yes, it can!), provided you’re well equipped to cope with the cold without sweating too much. The aim is to keep warm, while avoiding the dampness that can quickly become (very) uncomfortable. Here’s all the advice you need to choose the right outfit. Watch the video The […]
Here’s my detailed review of the Ortlieb Back Roller Plus bike panniers, certainly among the best panniers out there to attach to the rear rack for bike touring! Top for bike travel 🙂 Test video summary My summary I liked I liked it less What are Ortlieb back Roller bicycle bags used for? Ortlieb Back […]
Changing an inner tube is the first thing you need to learn if you want to cycle independently. On a mountain-bike tire, it’s pretty straightforward. On narrow road tires, there are a few tricks you need to know. Watch the beginner video tutorial The tools The base Extra tools Remove wheel Shoe brakes (where the […]
In this episode of the podcast, I welcome Claire Lafforgue, coach and sports director at Vélo club La Pomme in Marseille, who shares with us her background, her daily life as a road cycling coach and her training philosophy. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Summary At just 26, Claire Lafforgue is already […]
Which bike panniers to choose? Whether you’re into team bikepacking or bike touring, weekend or long-distance travel, there are choices to be made. To help you find your way around, I’ve put together a list of the different types of bike panniers available, their advantages and disadvantages, and my recommendations for tried-and-tested models. Follow the […]
After several months’ use of the Garmin Edge 1050, I’d like to share with you my detailed feedback on this top-of-the-range GPS computer. We’ll explore what makes the Garmin Edge 1050 one of the best GPS meters on the market, highlighting its strengths and innovations, as well as a few shortcomings that could be improved. […]
In this article, I present the Restrap Frame Bag. Here’s my review of this bikepacking bag after a comprehensive test lasting over 2 years. Test video summary My summary I liked I liked it less How do I use the Restrap Frame Bag? The Restrap Frame Bag is a bikepacking bag that fits inside the […]
In this episode of the podcast, I welcome Marie Ravey aka @uneparticule, who works as a bike courier and shares with us her journey, her daily life and her experience of the job as a woman! Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Summary Known on Instagram under the pseudonym Une Particule, Marie Ravey […]