“I want to start mountain biking in Egypt, but I am clueless. What do I do?” MTB Egypt has a few things that should get you pedaling off-road in no time: First thing you should do is check out our Frequently Asked Questions. This list of questions and answers will enlighten you on a few things that you might be wondering about. Join us for a group ride: Look at the events calendar and see when beginners’ rides are scheduled. [...]
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Know your drivetrain: Your pedal movement rotates the crank arms, which turn the chain rings, which drive the chain, which rotates the rear sprockets and ultimately the rear wheel and propel you forward. You have three chain rings on the front and 7-9 gears on the rear sprockets (depending on whether your bike has a 21, 24 or 29 speed drivetrain). Different combinations of the front chain rings and the rear sprocket gears will make it either easier or harder [...]
Picture source Basic technique: Sandy trails can vary in the thickness, type and consistency of sand. On trails with thicker sections of loose sand, you should focus on controlling your front wheel and throwing more of your weight on your rear wheel. It is important to keep your front end light so that it doesn’t dig into sand and keep your rear firmly planted to maintain traction. Use a low gear and keep your pedal movement consistent and maintain your [...]
A good riding position is one that provides optimum balance and bike control. Get on the bike and start pedaling around. Your torso should be neither too outstretched to the front (as if you are reaching for something), nor too upright. There should be a slight bend in your elbows. Your grip on the handlebars should be strong enough for adequate control, but not too strong so as to fatigue your forearms. Keep your body relaxed and your knees and [...]
As a beginner, the main objectives for purchasing your riding accessories are 1) safety, 2) functionality and 3) budget. What looks cooler or more expensive might not necessarily work well for you. Here is the basic accessory kit that you should have: Helmet: It is sometimes argued that riding off-road is actually safer than on-road, as there are no cars to hit you! Nonetheless, the possibility of injury remains and increases as your riding style advances and terrain becomes more [...]
Although buying a bicycle should be a fairly easy decision considering the relative simplicity of the basic design, you are going to want to invest in a quality bicycle with a good frame and decent components. You will find a huge number of articles on the Internet that cover this subject very well. What this guide is going to add is information on buying a good bicycle in Egypt, considering the dearth of bike shops that carry good brands and [...]
Most people’s general idea of fun is is not about riding a bike in the dirt, but many would be surprised to find out how much fun such an act entails. It is of course not entirely about “riding a bike in the dirt”, mountain biking involves a lot more than that. Riding a bike off-road takes you places that offer nice scenery, clean air, and an opportunity to meet like-minded people. The sport also offers a spectrum of approaches [...]
