CUSTOM TRIP

• Ride and make sure your riding level matches the technical and fitness level the trip you have chosen requires. To get the most out of your trip we recommend that you get out riding on similar level trails in the weeks leading up to your departure and do some training.

 

• You'll be riding flow trails with jumps and berms as well as some steep and technical descents. The more natural trails can also have features such as high speed rough straights, tight and steep corners, rock gardens with steps of 30-50cm, large rock slabs and not to forget - wet roots. ​

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• On regular trips there are no huge climbs but we will often climb around 10 to 20 minutes to connect different trails together, we might even find ourselves doing a short section of hike-a-bike when out on a true adventure. On E-bike rides we will often ride longer ascents while we get out into the backcountry but always try to avoid climbs that are too steep to ride.

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• We also recommend using Trailforks to check out some of the trails you'll be riding and understand the area - there are photos and videos availabe if you go into each individual trail. 

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• Take some time to check out the local climate. Norway is known for being rainy but Nesbyen/Hallingdal is one of the drier areas of the country and it holds the all time heat record for Norway. Despite that, the are can experience all types of weather, it is possible to ride from May - October and in those early and late months it can be colder with some rain so we recommend bringing warm riding clothes. We also often ride up on the mountain tops where it can be colder, despite a warm summers day down in the valley. ​

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• You can find the most accurate weather forecast for the area here - YR.NO Forecast

• You can find historic weather data for the area here - YR.NO Statistics

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• Not least - check your bike over. It is important that you make sure you bike is in good working condition before you travel. We recommend checking things such as: ​

  • Suspension is working and seals are not leaking

  • Wheels are true and no spokes re missing

  • Tyres are in good condition and have plenty of tread

  • Brakes are working well, there is no spongy feel to them, no air in the system and the pads have plenty life left

  • The wheel bearings are tight and there is no play

  • Headset bearings are tight and there is no play

  • Dropper seatpost is working well, extends and retracts smoothly

  • Suspension and frame bearings have no play.

  • All the gears work well, the gear cable shifts smoothly and the gears change smoothly. Make sure the drivetrain is not work out

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