Everyone has heard about tubeless. Yet it remains a little-known technology, surrounded by all kinds of claims—often contradictory. In this article, I’ll try to demystify it and share my experience as a mountain biker after more than 7 years and over 20,000 km ridden. What is tubeless? You all have tubeless tires on your car.… Continue reading Tubeless or not tubeless?
Month: January 2026
Wheel building on Chinese Carbon Rims
Hello here’s one of my latest projects: at a client’s request, I completely rebuild a pair of wheels purchased from China. The original hubs were ultra-light, and the lacing quality was poor, resulting in a loose spoke after just 150 km! In the end, I kept only the 50mm carbon rims and used hubs known… Continue reading Wheel building on Chinese Carbon Rims
🛠️ How to Maintain Your Electric Bike (E‑Bike)
Learn how to effectively maintain your electric bike (e-bike): cleaning, diagnostics, mechanical and electronic maintenance to extend its lifespan and prevent breakdowns. Introduction Maintaining an electric bike (e-bike) involves most of the same steps as maintaining a regular bicycle — brakes, drivetrain, steering, wheels, etc. — but certain aspects related to the motor and battery… Continue reading 🛠️ How to Maintain Your Electric Bike (E‑Bike)
How to Maintain Your Bike Chain: Cleaning and Lubrication
The chain is the heart of your bike. Whether it’s a road bike speeding on asphalt, a mountain bike jumping through muddy trails, or a city bike used daily, a well-maintained chain ensures smooth gear shifts, more efficient pedaling, and a longer-lasting drivetrain. In this article, we’ll guide you step by step on how to… Continue reading How to Maintain Your Bike Chain: Cleaning and Lubrication