Bonjour a tous
nous partons un semaine en irlance est j'aimerais bien faire des rando en velo
qqn connait des site qui proporse ce type de service
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Location de vélo en Irlande
by Bolo972
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonsoir,
je suis allé en Irlande en vélo en 2002. C'est bien adapté au vélo.
J'imagine que vous n'allez pas emenez vos vélo depuis la Martinique. On trouve des loueurs dans les principales villes. Le guide du routard en donne d'ailleurs quelques uns. Comme on avait nos vélos, on n'a pas eu besoin de leur services, mais j'ai eu a m'arreter dans une boutique de vélo pour acheter des pédales. Il m'a semblé que les vélos qu'ils louaient avaient l'air bien adapté. Ils louent aussi les sacoches. Je vous conseille de faire votre propre itinéraire et de domir dans les B&B, ou alors pour moins chers dans les auberges de jeunesse. Il y a aussi un réseau d'auberges de jeunesse privées, c'est IHH. (www.hostels-ireland.com). C'est je pense le plus économique (à partir de 10€ la nuit en 2002) Bon voyage
je suis allé en Irlande en vélo en 2002. C'est bien adapté au vélo.
J'imagine que vous n'allez pas emenez vos vélo depuis la Martinique. On trouve des loueurs dans les principales villes. Le guide du routard en donne d'ailleurs quelques uns. Comme on avait nos vélos, on n'a pas eu besoin de leur services, mais j'ai eu a m'arreter dans une boutique de vélo pour acheter des pédales. Il m'a semblé que les vélos qu'ils louaient avaient l'air bien adapté. Ils louent aussi les sacoches. Je vous conseille de faire votre propre itinéraire et de domir dans les B&B, ou alors pour moins chers dans les auberges de jeunesse. Il y a aussi un réseau d'auberges de jeunesse privées, c'est IHH. (www.hostels-ireland.com). C'est je pense le plus économique (à partir de 10€ la nuit en 2002) Bon voyage
Bonsoir,
je suis allé en Irlande en vélo en 2002. C'est bien adapté au vélo.
J'imagine que vous n'allez pas emenez vos vélo depuis la Martinique. On trouve des loueurs dans les principales villes. Le guide du routard en donne d'ailleurs quelques uns. Comme on avait nos vélos, on n'a pas eu besoin de leur services, mais j'ai eu a m'arreter dans une boutique de vélo pour acheter des pédales. Il m'a semblé que les vélos qu'ils louaient avaient l'air bien adapté. Ils louent aussi les sacoches. Je vous conseille de faire votre propre itinéraire et de domir dans les B&B, ou alors pour moins chers dans les auberges de jeunesse. Il y a aussi un réseau d'auberges de jeunesse privées, c'est IHH. (www.hostels-ireland.com). C'est je pense le plus économique (à partir de 10€ la nuit en 2002) Bon voyage
Salut, je viens de recevoir le Loonye planet et j'ai trouve des loueur pas cher entre 9 a 20 la jounnée et 40 la semaine
je suis allé en Irlande en vélo en 2002. C'est bien adapté au vélo.
J'imagine que vous n'allez pas emenez vos vélo depuis la Martinique. On trouve des loueurs dans les principales villes. Le guide du routard en donne d'ailleurs quelques uns. Comme on avait nos vélos, on n'a pas eu besoin de leur services, mais j'ai eu a m'arreter dans une boutique de vélo pour acheter des pédales. Il m'a semblé que les vélos qu'ils louaient avaient l'air bien adapté. Ils louent aussi les sacoches. Je vous conseille de faire votre propre itinéraire et de domir dans les B&B, ou alors pour moins chers dans les auberges de jeunesse. Il y a aussi un réseau d'auberges de jeunesse privées, c'est IHH. (www.hostels-ireland.com). C'est je pense le plus économique (à partir de 10€ la nuit en 2002) Bon voyage
Salut, je viens de recevoir le Loonye planet et j'ai trouve des loueur pas cher entre 9 a 20 la jounnée et 40 la semaine
Salut à tous,
Petite info en passant sur l'Irlande en vélo ( je suis allé 15 jours en iténérant vélo + remorque ), je ne peux pas vous donner d'info pour la location ( j'ai pris le mien dans l'avion ) mais par contre, info qui peut servir, si vous prenez les bus avec les vélos, les chaffeurs font payer 10 euros par vélos et leur humeur est à géométrie variable. Normalement, le ticket vélo est valable pour toute la journée ( si vous reprenez le bus, montrez bien votre ticket pris en début de journée pour ne pas repayer à chaque fois ). Faire attention, il arrive même que le chauffeur invente une nouvelle tarification ( c'est arrivé 2 ou 3 fois ) ou qu'il ne fass pas payer du tout ( la c'est cool ). On a l'impression qu'ils font un peu comme ils ont envie, mais il ne faut pas se laisser avoir. Les Irlandais sont très sympas mais roublards 😕 Si il y des questions auquelles je peux répondre, ca sera avec plaisir... Bon voyage. A+
gUs
Petite info en passant sur l'Irlande en vélo ( je suis allé 15 jours en iténérant vélo + remorque ), je ne peux pas vous donner d'info pour la location ( j'ai pris le mien dans l'avion ) mais par contre, info qui peut servir, si vous prenez les bus avec les vélos, les chaffeurs font payer 10 euros par vélos et leur humeur est à géométrie variable. Normalement, le ticket vélo est valable pour toute la journée ( si vous reprenez le bus, montrez bien votre ticket pris en début de journée pour ne pas repayer à chaque fois ). Faire attention, il arrive même que le chauffeur invente une nouvelle tarification ( c'est arrivé 2 ou 3 fois ) ou qu'il ne fass pas payer du tout ( la c'est cool ). On a l'impression qu'ils font un peu comme ils ont envie, mais il ne faut pas se laisser avoir. Les Irlandais sont très sympas mais roublards 😕 Si il y des questions auquelles je peux répondre, ca sera avec plaisir... Bon voyage. A+
gUs
Salut à tous,
Petite info en passant sur l'Irlande en vélo ( je suis allé 15 jours en iténérant vélo + remorque ), je ne peux pas vous donner d'info pour la location ( j'ai pris le mien dans l'avion ) mais par contre, info qui peut servir, si vous prenez les bus avec les vélos, les chaffeurs font payer 10 euros par vélos et leur humeur est à géométrie variable. Normalement, le ticket vélo est valable pour toute la journée ( si vous reprenez le bus, montrez bien votre ticket pris en début de journée pour ne pas repayer à chaque fois ). Faire attention, il arrive même que le chauffeur invente une nouvelle tarification ( c'est arrivé 2 ou 3 fois ) ou qu'il ne fass pas payer du tout ( la c'est cool ). On a l'impression qu'ils font un peu comme ils ont envie, mais il ne faut pas se laisser avoir. Les Irlandais sont très sympas mais roublards 😕 Si il y des questions auquelles je peux répondre, ca sera avec plaisir... Bon voyage. A+
gUs
Heuresemnt que tu me dis ca, dans le guide j'avais compris que c'etait gratuit si il y avait de la place
Est ce dangereux de pedaler en Irlande, les gens roulent vitent ?
Petite info en passant sur l'Irlande en vélo ( je suis allé 15 jours en iténérant vélo + remorque ), je ne peux pas vous donner d'info pour la location ( j'ai pris le mien dans l'avion ) mais par contre, info qui peut servir, si vous prenez les bus avec les vélos, les chaffeurs font payer 10 euros par vélos et leur humeur est à géométrie variable. Normalement, le ticket vélo est valable pour toute la journée ( si vous reprenez le bus, montrez bien votre ticket pris en début de journée pour ne pas repayer à chaque fois ). Faire attention, il arrive même que le chauffeur invente une nouvelle tarification ( c'est arrivé 2 ou 3 fois ) ou qu'il ne fass pas payer du tout ( la c'est cool ). On a l'impression qu'ils font un peu comme ils ont envie, mais il ne faut pas se laisser avoir. Les Irlandais sont très sympas mais roublards 😕 Si il y des questions auquelles je peux répondre, ca sera avec plaisir... Bon voyage. A+
gUs
Heuresemnt que tu me dis ca, dans le guide j'avais compris que c'etait gratuit si il y avait de la place
Est ce dangereux de pedaler en Irlande, les gens roulent vitent ?
En fait, les bus de la Eireann ont des grosses soutes, soit a l'arriere, soit sur les cotes et je pense qu'il y a toujours de la place ( on etait 2 avec 2 vélos et 2 remorques, je t'explique pas la tête du chauffeur parfois 😄, certains ne voulaient pas qu'on charge tout ca ! ) et il y a toujours eu de la place. Les gens sont-tils dangereux au volant ? Je ne sais pas ou tu prévois d'aller mais dans le Kerry ou le Conemara, c'est pas les voitures qui se courrent apres... Ceci dit, c'etait le mois de d'Avril. J'ai pas trouvé qu'ils roulaient comme des fous... C'est plutot agreable de pédaler en Irlande ( surtout quand on ne prend pas la pluie 😕 )
J'avais lu comme toi pour les prix et la place disponible, c'est peut-etre vrai sur d'autre companies que Eireann, mais vu qu'ils sont largement majoritaires...
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gUs
En fait, les bus de la Eireann ont des grosses soutes, soit a l'arriere, soit sur les cotes et je pense qu'il y a toujours de la place ( on etait 2 avec 2 vélos et 2 remorques, je t'explique pas la tête du chauffeur parfois 😄, certains ne voulaient pas qu'on charge tout ca ! ) et il y a toujours eu de la place. Les gens sont-tils dangereux au volant ? Je ne sais pas ou tu prévois d'aller mais dans le Kerry ou le Conemara, c'est pas les voitures qui se courrent apres... Ceci dit, c'etait le mois de d'Avril. J'ai pas trouvé qu'ils roulaient comme des fous... C'est plutot agreable de pédaler en Irlande ( surtout quand on ne prend pas la pluie 😕 )
J'avais lu comme toi pour les prix et la place disponible, c'est peut-etre vrai sur d'autre companies que Eireann, mais vu qu'ils sont largement majoritaires...
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gUs
je compte aller a Conneram et Donegal, j'aimerais faire du velo je part avec mon frère et ma soeur ( 14 et 15 ans) j'aimerais qu'il nous tue sur la route lol
Je pense louer nos vouler a Donegal, la location doit etre moins cher que a Dublin
je compte aller a Conneram et Donegal, j'aimerais faire du velo je part avec mon frère et ma soeur ( 14 et 15 ans) j'aimerais qu'il nous tue sur la route lol
Je pense louer nos vouler a Donegal, la location doit etre moins cher que a Dublin
Et puis il vaut mieux louer proche de la ou vous vouler louer car autour de Dublin, il y a rien d'interessant pour le cyclotourisme. Il faut vraiment s'eloigner car c'est pas la nature tout de suite, la banlieu s'étend pas mal... sauf si vous voulez faire du velo dans Dublin meme... mais la location est peut-etre chère en effet ?
Un lien interessant de la fibucy :
http://fubicy.org/itineraires/p/irlande/
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gUs
Et puis il vaut mieux louer proche de la ou vous vouler louer car autour de Dublin, il y a rien d'interessant pour le cyclotourisme. Il faut vraiment s'eloigner car c'est pas la nature tout de suite, la banlieu s'étend pas mal... sauf si vous voulez faire du velo dans Dublin meme... mais la location est peut-etre chère en effet ?
Un lien interessant de la fibucy :
http://fubicy.org/itineraires/p/irlande/
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gUs
Je penser comme toi louer a dublin doit couter cher
merci pr le lien
Je penser comme toi louer a dublin doit couter cher
merci pr le lien
Bonjour,
Pour le train, il y a un supplément à payer et on peut mettre directement les vélos dans des wagons spéciaux, par contre, rien n'est prévu pour les arrimer. Nous avions pris le train entre Dublin et Wesport, puis à la fin du voyage, entre Cork et Dublin. Donc on avait couché les vélos au sol et advienne que pourra !
Sur une semaine, je privilégierais l'ouest de l'Irlande, en particulier le parc national de Killarney et la presqu'ile de Dingle.
L'an dernier nous avons fait 2 semaines de vélo sur la cote ouest de l'irlande.
J'ai mis le carnet de voyage de notre ballade cyclotouristique en Irlande accompagné de nombreuses photos sur
http://bike-and-rain-en-irlande.champignytriathlon.org
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Leonick
camera embarquée sur l'ironman de Lanzarote, récits de voyages en vélo, Agenda des épreuves d'endurance
camera embarquée sur l'ironman de Lanzarote, récits de voyages en vélo, Agenda des épreuves d'endurance
Completement d'accord sur le choix de la Cote ouest, la péninsule du Beara ( celle au sud de l'anneau de Kerry, c'est plus sud-ouest pour le coup ) est tres classe aussi, à vélo, ne pas manquer le Healy Pass qui coupe la péninsule, la vue après le col est imprenable, ca vaut le détour, ca grimpe un peu mais régulierement, du coup ca se fait bien ( même avec la remorque ).
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Hi there, I’m planning a cross-Canada bike trip, and I’ve got a question that might seem silly, but could someone tell me how to pack a bike (in a box, with a fragile sticker... I don’t know) for a flight? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
This summer, we’re planning to cycle along the EV 19 that follows the Meuse River from Langres all the way to Rotterdam. My question is about getting back to Nantes. Do any of you know what the best return option might be? I’d love to hear about your experiences. I saw that FlixBus doesn’t take bikes. By train, I think it’s possible but would involve multiple local trains. We were also wondering if there’s a boat from Rotterdam to Saint-Nazaire that could take passengers with bikes.
Any tips or experiences you can share would be really helpful—thanks in advance! Have a great evening
This summer, we’re planning to cycle along the EV 19 that follows the Meuse River from Langres all the way to Rotterdam. My question is about getting back to Nantes. Do any of you know what the best return option might be? I’d love to hear about your experiences. I saw that FlixBus doesn’t take bikes. By train, I think it’s possible but would involve multiple local trains. We were also wondering if there’s a boat from Rotterdam to Saint-Nazaire that could take passengers with bikes.
Any tips or experiences you can share would be really helpful—thanks in advance! Have a great evening
I’ve gotten used to crossing Europe by bus to return by bike.
It was really convenient to take the bike without having to disassemble it.
But FlixBus no longer accepts bikes...
What alternatives do you know about?
Thanks.
Hi there,
I’m planning to ride the Dutch section of the EuroVelo 19, from Maastricht to Rotterdam.
Since it’s too complicated to bring my bike on the train, I’m looking to rent one locally.
I’d love any tips or bike rental shop recommendations—I’m struggling to find options even in Rotterdam.
The plan is to rent in Rotterdam, take the train to Maastricht with the bike, then cycle back to Rotterdam.
Thanks in advance for any advice or suggestions!
Nath
Coming soon:
https://www.Biclou.com/parcours/durance/
Starting from Faverges: 900 km over 9 days
Here’s the detailed Durance route starting from Briançon
Here’s the detailed Durance route starting from Briançon
Hi there,
I’m planning to build a new touring bike. I want to prioritize lightness. That said, I’m tempted by a suspension fork that could offer some comfort on rougher roads. The recent appearance of gravel suspension forks on the market might meet my needs—at least on paper. I’m particularly considering the RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR fork. Unlike MTB forks, its travel is short: either 30 mm or 40 mm. It weighs 1400 g, which is 400/500 g more than a steel fork.
Any thoughts or real-world feedback on this?
I’m also wondering about the durability of magnesium (lower leg) for long-distance bike touring. And what’s the impact of skipping the manufacturer-recommended maintenance every 50 and 200 hours? That’s bound to happen on a long trip unless you carry extra gear. More generally, how reliable are these kinds of forks?
Thanks in advance
I’m planning to build a new touring bike. I want to prioritize lightness. That said, I’m tempted by a suspension fork that could offer some comfort on rougher roads. The recent appearance of gravel suspension forks on the market might meet my needs—at least on paper. I’m particularly considering the RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR fork. Unlike MTB forks, its travel is short: either 30 mm or 40 mm. It weighs 1400 g, which is 400/500 g more than a steel fork.
Any thoughts or real-world feedback on this?
I’m also wondering about the durability of magnesium (lower leg) for long-distance bike touring. And what’s the impact of skipping the manufacturer-recommended maintenance every 50 and 200 hours? That’s bound to happen on a long trip unless you carry extra gear. More generally, how reliable are these kinds of forks?
Thanks in advance
Hi there!
I’m making an exception and creating a separate post this time, since it’s all about France. In May, we spent a week in Provence, specifically in the Luberon, exploring the cycling routes *Autour du Luberon à Vélo*, the *Véloroute du Calavon* (part of EuroVelo 8), and the shorter *Les Ocres à Vélo* route. Together, they gave us an amazing journey through rolling hills, vineyards, lavender fields still green in spring, and some of the most stunning landscapes in southern France.
It was, of course, the perched villages that impressed us the most. We visited Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lacoste, Lourmarin, Ménerbes, Oppède-le-Vieux, Cucuron, and Lauris. Many of them are among the most beautiful villages in Provence, and it’s hard not to agree with that reputation.
One interesting point is the route of EuroVelo 8 in this part of the region. The official path mainly follows the old railway line of the *Véloroute du Calavon*, which is very comfortable and safe. But in our opinion, cyclists traveling EuroVelo 8 around the Mediterranean would discover even more treasures if the route passed through villages like Bonnieux, Lacoste, or Oppède-le-Vieux.
We were also pleasantly surprised by how safe cycling felt. Most of the route takes small local roads, but traffic is light, drivers are respectful, and road design really takes cyclists into account. It’s one of those places where you can ride peacefully even without separated bike lanes.
Our full story:
Around Luberon by bicycle - the most beautiful villages of Provence
You can also find all our cycling travel stories on the forum:
Cycling Thread - Europe’s most beautiful bike routes
S.
I’m making an exception and creating a separate post this time, since it’s all about France. In May, we spent a week in Provence, specifically in the Luberon, exploring the cycling routes *Autour du Luberon à Vélo*, the *Véloroute du Calavon* (part of EuroVelo 8), and the shorter *Les Ocres à Vélo* route. Together, they gave us an amazing journey through rolling hills, vineyards, lavender fields still green in spring, and some of the most stunning landscapes in southern France.
It was, of course, the perched villages that impressed us the most. We visited Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lacoste, Lourmarin, Ménerbes, Oppède-le-Vieux, Cucuron, and Lauris. Many of them are among the most beautiful villages in Provence, and it’s hard not to agree with that reputation.
One interesting point is the route of EuroVelo 8 in this part of the region. The official path mainly follows the old railway line of the *Véloroute du Calavon*, which is very comfortable and safe. But in our opinion, cyclists traveling EuroVelo 8 around the Mediterranean would discover even more treasures if the route passed through villages like Bonnieux, Lacoste, or Oppède-le-Vieux.
We were also pleasantly surprised by how safe cycling felt. Most of the route takes small local roads, but traffic is light, drivers are respectful, and road design really takes cyclists into account. It’s one of those places where you can ride peacefully even without separated bike lanes.
Our full story:
Around Luberon by bicycle - the most beautiful villages of Provence
You can also find all our cycling travel stories on the forum:
Cycling Thread - Europe’s most beautiful bike routes
S.
Hi there, we’re a group of 4 cyclists looking to get from Treviso in Italy to Munich with our 4 non-folding bikes. It seems complicated! Are there any solutions? Thanks so much.
Hi, I'm looking for a Pino tandem bike for sale in Quebec and I can't find any. Does anyone have any info, please? Thanks a bunch!
Hi there, we’re planning a Munich to Venice bike trip at the end of June 2026. Getting back from Venice to Toulouse by train with 4 bikes isn’t straightforward. What return options have others who’ve done this trip chosen? Any tips or great deals would be much appreciated. Thanks a bunch! !
Hi everyone,
Happy owner of a Pegasus Estremo bike with a Rohloff hub, which is giving me trouble with the SF11-NCX-FT-E-LITE 700C TS 300/0 fork (serial number TD01329060). It’s starting to show its age, and I’d like to repair it to extend the life of my beloved bike.
The suspension is gone, and there’s an oil leak from the seals.
Does anyone know how to repair it? Where can I find parts that are about fifteen years old? Or where to find an identical replacement fork? Just to clarify, the Magura HS11 brakes are mounted using Firm Tech, meaning they’re on pivots behind the fork, facing the frame.
Thanks for your help! Have a great day, Alexandre
The suspension is gone, and there’s an oil leak from the seals.
Does anyone know how to repair it? Where can I find parts that are about fifteen years old? Or where to find an identical replacement fork? Just to clarify, the Magura HS11 brakes are mounted using Firm Tech, meaning they’re on pivots behind the fork, facing the frame.
Thanks for your help! Have a great day, Alexandre
Hi, I'd like to know if anyone has done this route recently or has reliable info.
Does the track exist, and most importantly, is there sand (for biking)?
Any info is welcome.
Cheers,
diego ambilobe: mangaoka, manondro, ramena vohemar sambava: masondrono, tanambao
diego ambilobe: mangaoka, manondro, ramena vohemar sambava: masondrono, tanambao
Hi there,
New to bike touring,
I’d love to start with a section of the Via Rhona to explore and share (route to be decided).
Looking forward to exchanging tips!
hey everyone,
I’m landing in Madagascar with a buddy before the end of April 2026. We’re planning to bike around for about twenty days or so. We don’t have a specific goal other than exploring the country and meeting the locals.
Ideally, we’d prefer a loop route starting from Antananarivo with a good chunk of it along the coast. On the bike side, we’re used to riding 6 to 8 hours a day, depending on the needs, encounters, and mood 😉 Any feedback or tips from trips around this length?
Thanks in advance, Jérôme
I’m landing in Madagascar with a buddy before the end of April 2026. We’re planning to bike around for about twenty days or so. We don’t have a specific goal other than exploring the country and meeting the locals.
Ideally, we’d prefer a loop route starting from Antananarivo with a good chunk of it along the coast. On the bike side, we’re used to riding 6 to 8 hours a day, depending on the needs, encounters, and mood 😉 Any feedback or tips from trips around this length?
Thanks in advance, Jérôme
A big thank you to Lazarou for all the info you share in this forum!
I'm passionate about Morocco, which I cycled through back in 2009.
Last year, my wife and I explored the High Atlas by tandem. Completely smitten, we're heading back in April (Anti Atlas) and May (High and Middle Atlas), still on our tandem.
Do you have any info on the track between Amezri and Ali Ait Nito? Are the river crossings in the Tessaout still there? It's not easy to navigate with a loaded tandem... especially if the river level is high due to this year's heavy snowmelt!
Thanks in advance for any tips you might have, and best wishes for health in this new year!
Thanks in advance for any tips you might have, and best wishes for health in this new year!
A shout-out to a cycling colleague from Savoie
Claudio specializes in the route of the Savoie lakes Here are his travels Between Bornes, Chartreuse, the Savoie foothills, and Dauphiné Five lakes: Léman, Annecy, Paladru, Aiguebelette, Bourget, not to mention a few ponds along the way Plenty of accommodation options: camping, hotels, and more...
A lovely route not far from his place Rural and quite peaceful A road cycling route created by Serge B...
N+1 reconnaissance trips on a loop of about 400 km This way, he avoids the SNCF and its troubles http://cbandiera.free.fr/vv/lacs-savoie/recos.php
The latest reconnaissance trip from April to May 2026 http://cbandiera.free.fr/recits/2026-grenoble-H/index.php
Claudio specializes in the route of the Savoie lakes Here are his travels Between Bornes, Chartreuse, the Savoie foothills, and Dauphiné Five lakes: Léman, Annecy, Paladru, Aiguebelette, Bourget, not to mention a few ponds along the way Plenty of accommodation options: camping, hotels, and more...
A lovely route not far from his place Rural and quite peaceful A road cycling route created by Serge B...
N+1 reconnaissance trips on a loop of about 400 km This way, he avoids the SNCF and its troubles http://cbandiera.free.fr/vv/lacs-savoie/recos.php
The latest reconnaissance trip from April to May 2026 http://cbandiera.free.fr/recits/2026-grenoble-H/index.php
First of all... happy New Year! Wishing you great roads in 2017!
I’ve been traveling for a few years now with a high-quality mountain bike, but it’s equipped with hydraulic disc brakes. I live (pedal) with the constant worry of a breakdown (leak, air bubble, heat causing the fluid to...). My bike mechanic tells me it’s impossible to switch them out for V-brakes.
What do you all think? Am I taking a big risk continuing (alone) with these brakes? Thanks in advance for your great tips!