Lake Baikal in Siberia is the largest freshwater lake in the world -- about 650km long and 70km wide. Gaëlle Bojko decided to bike across it in winter.
When the days are short and the temperatures below freezing, it takes a lot of motivation—and gear—to get out for a bike ride. But here’s a little secret: the woods are always warmer than the temperature displayed on your phone.
Cold temperatures cause oil to thicken, seals to harden, and air pressure to contract in mountain bike suspension components. A little less compression paired with faster rebound should help.
