Cycling

Cycling is one of our passions! Our staff shares their tips and tricks as well as their best biking destinations.

Cycling
L’aventure sur deux roues
Jun 02, 2021

Adventure on two wheels

Under overcast May skies, Charles Trudeau, the assistant-manager of our Brossard store, hopped on his gravel bike and set off on an adventure. Let’s explore the Eastern-Townships on two wheels.
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Charles
Charles
Oberson Brossard Assistant Manager
Cycling
Une journée de corvée
May 19, 2021

A day of chores

On May 15th, our team decided to take part in a day of trail chores organized by SAHMBA. Our mission, come together to help maintain and develop Mont Avalanche’s mountain bike trails.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Cycling
S’impliquer dans une corvée de sentiers
May 12, 2021

Getting involved in trail chores 

Springtime is synonymous with mountain bike trail maintenance for outdoor organizations. Getting involved in trail building, means giving back to the mountain bike community and ensuring the qualit...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Cycling
La saison de vélo 2021 en 3 points
Mar 23, 2021

The Atypical 2021 Cycling Season

The 2021 cycling season is quite special! There is a lot of demand, but what about availability? Here are three reasons to explain the situation.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Cycling
5 conseils pour se préparer à des vacances en bikepacking
Mar 22, 2021

5 tips to prepare for a bikepacking vacation

Summer is right around the corner and it’s time to plan your vacation. Have you ever thought of bikepacking? It’s an excellent way to take in the scenery while staying in shape. Here are 5 tips to ...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Cycling
S’entraîner pour la saison de vélo de montagne
Feb 11, 2021

Getting ready for the upcoming mountain bike season

Training for mountain bike season in February? Why not! Developing aerobic capacity and muscle strength are two key elements. Second episode of the fitness series.
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Guillaume
Guillaume
Smith
Cycling
Se soigner en s'entraînant
Jan 07, 2021

The Smith Coaching Fitness Series: healing while training

Tense skiers looking to gain mobility! Often mistaken for flexibility, good mobility helps enhance performance and reduces the risks of injuries while focusing on breathing.
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Guillaume
Guillaume
Smith
Cycling
Capsule bière d'après-ride #1
Jul 23, 2020

After ride beer #1

Lime Raspberry Sour – raspberry and lime sour beer 5 % - Vrooden Brewery, Granby, QC   It’s a beautiful warm summer day. Your Camelbak and water bottles are empty. High fives all around in...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Cycling
5 essentiels pour votre première saison de vélo de montagne
Jul 09, 2020

Five must-haves to start your first mountain bike season

This year, there is a staggering number of new mountain bikers! You’ll need a few essential items to make your first outings memorable. Here’s a list of five must-haves.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Cycling
À chacun son vélo de route!
Apr 16, 2020

Road bikes, to each their own!

Take in the scenery or beat speed records? A long leisurely ride or a sprint? When you set out to buy a road bike, it’s important that you make a list of objectives and expectations. Keep in mind, ...
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Charles
Charles
Oberson Brossard Assistant Manager
Cycling
Rencontre avec Audrey Mcmaniman
Oct 04, 2019

Meet Audrey Mcmaniman

Born on January 24, 1995 in St-Ambroise de Kildare, Audrey Mcmaniman, started snowboarding at the age of 9 on the slopes of Val St-Côme. She instantly fell in love with the sport! She knew snowboar...
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Team
Team
Oberson
Cycling
Comment progresser en vélo de montagne?
Jul 18, 2019

How to improve your mountain biking skills?

Riding for fun with friends, discovering new trails and meeting passionate people, those are but a couple of reasons why we love this sport. Such a passion fuels our will to progress and improve ou...
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Team
Team
Oberson