Tips & Equipment

Kiprun 8L women’s trail bag test – My opinion
By Laurène Philippot

In this article, I present the Kiprun 8L trail bag, a Decathlon trail bag designed especially for women and which I’ve used many times. Here’s my detailed test and review! Test video summary Opinion summary I liked I liked it less How do I use the Kiprun 8L trail bag? With its 8-liter volume, this […]

My tips for preparing (and making a success of!) your first bivouac
By Clara Ferrand

Are you more motivated than ever to embark on your first bivouac experience? If you already love being outdoors, then sleeping in the middle of nature will be a revelation! Here’s an article that brings together all my good advice, from a bivouac expert (and addict!), from the basic rules for finding a great bivouac […]

Test of the Wilma Wild Bibtights with removable pad – My opinion
By Laurène Philippot

It’s time to tell you about the shorts that have been with me for a while now, Wilma’s Wild women’s shorts with removable chamois, for use during or outside your period! I give you my opinion and the results of a months-long test of these shorts in this blog post. Test video summary Opinion summary […]

Safety on a bike – My little guide to safe cycling
By Laurène Philippot

Are you planning to travel by bike but have questions about safety? In this detailed guide, I’ll give you my essential advice on preparation, the equipment you need and the behavior you should adopt to guarantee safe cycling. Pre-departure preparation Technical bike check Before setting off, it’s essential to check your bike: make sure there […]

Raidlight Ultralight 12L trail bag test – My opinion
By Laura Korth

In this article, I present the Raidlight Ultralight 12L trail bag, which I was able to test on all types of outings: short, long, training. It’s a unisex bag, but also suitable for women. It’s lightweight, functional and high-performance, with one major advantage: it’s Made in France. Video summary Opinion summary I liked I liked […]

Travelling by bike solo – My tips for getting started
By Nathalie Baillon

Although traveling alone by bike can be frightening at first, it’s an extraordinary experience that can be full of surprises, provided you’re well prepared. Here’s my advice to help you get started! The fears of solo travel Loneliness One of the biggest obstacles to solo cycling is the fear of loneliness. Yet you never meet […]

How can I prevent and avoid blisters on my feet? My tips
By Laurène Philippot

Blisters, those little swellings that can literally ruin your life when hiking or trail running… Once they’re there, they can quickly become complicated to treat, so the best thing to do is to anticipate and avoid them. In this article, I share with you the tips and tricks that have (finally) enabled me to hike […]

Preparing your first bikepacking trip – Practical guide
By Caroline Prigent

With summer, sunny weekends and long days ahead, it’s time to get started on something you’ve been wanting to do for some time: bikepacking! But where to start? Follow the guide I’ve prepared for you! How do I find routes for a bikepacking trip? The chosen route, commonly known as the trace, can be on […]