Crashing is part of cycling as crying is part of love.

Johan Museeuw
- The Lion of Flanders

Dirt Bert

Dirt Bert

Swapped a suit and tie for a helmet and goggles, Delbert's not your typical engineer. He found his zen on rocky trails, catching the mountain biking bug and never letting go. Now, he shares his trail wisdom (and maybe some epic wipeout stories) on dirtlifebike.com to help you conquer your first climb and shred with confidence!

How to Wax a Mountain Bike Chain for Beginners

Waxing bike chains offers significant benefits, such as reducing friction, increasing efficiency, and extending the lifespan of the chain and drivetrain components. This method provides a cleaner, quieter ride by repelling dirt and water better than traditional lubricants. Despite its…

Mastering the Scandinavian Flick on MTB

The Scandinavian Flick, also known as a pendulum turn or inertia drift, is a technique borrowed from rally car driving that can be adapted for mountain biking to navigate tight corners and switchbacks with style and precision. This advanced maneuver…