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When it comes to choosing a mountain bike that suits your needs, selecting the right frame material is a crucial decision. Two popular options on the market are carbon mountain bikes and aluminum mountain bikes. Each of these materials has distinct advantages and...

What Gearing and Chainring Setup for a Gravel Bike?

What gearing is best suited for your gravel bike? Which chainring setups are ideal for balancing road and trail riding? What gearing is recommended for beginners? Here’s everything you need to know.Gear Ratio of 1:1 For gravel biking, it’s recommended to select a...

The Greenway Around the Lake of Aix-les-Bains by Bike

Discover the greenway that takes you on a cycling tour around Lake Bourget. This bike path starts in Aix-les-Bains and offers a stunning route with breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The Lake Tour by the Numbers Here are the key figures...

How to Choose the Right Gearing for Your Road Bike?

What Chainring Sizes to Choose for Your Road Bike? Double Chainrings The traditional “classic” chainring sizes have long been 53/39. This setup is ideal for well-trained cyclists who ride regularly in groups or competitions. For most riders, however, these gear ratios...

Origine new cycling clothing range

After more than 2 years of development, we are proud to introduce the Origine textile range. With a clear vision of our future collection, we challenged the top European manufacturers, and these numerous exchanges took months, even years. Just like with our bikes, we...

What are the difference between XCO, XCC, XCM, XCE and XCR?

Cross-country mountain biking (XC) is a varied and exciting discipline. Each sub-discipline has its own specifics in terms of course, distance, and racing style. Discover the different disciplines of cross-country mountain biking, from the most popular to the more...

Cross-Country MTB or Trail MTB: Which is the Best Choice?

The world of mountain biking offers a variety of disciplines that cater to all athletes and adventurers. Among these, Cross-Country (XC) and Trail MTB stand out as two popular options for outdoor sports enthusiasts seeking adrenaline and challenges. But how do you...

[Guide] Which Gravel Bike for Beginners?

The world of outdoor activities and cycling has seen the emergence of a popular practice for all nature and adventure enthusiasts: gravel biking. Designed to combine the speed of a road bike with the versatility of a mountain bike, gravel biking allows athletes to...

What is FTP in cycling? How to Improve It?

Functional Threshold Power (FTP) is a key indicator in the world of cycling, used by cyclists and coaches to assess performance, fitness, and to create tailored training plans. In this article, we will delve into what FTP is exactly, its importance, how to measure and...

Which Road Bike for Long Distance and Ultra Cycling?

What is the Best Road Bike for Long Distance? What Criteria Should Be Considered for a Bike Suited to Ultra Cycling? Discover Our Guide to Help You Configure the Ideal Bike for Your Next Long-Distance Adventure. A bike designd for long distance Origine has developed...

Rim Brakes or Disc Brakes: Which to Choose for Your Bike?

At Origine, the entire range of road bikes is available with both rim brakes and disc brakes. The same goes for Prymahl wheels, which are available for both braking systems. Rim brakes remain in the catalog to satisfy all cyclists and still have a bright future...

MTB Trail, All Mountain, and Enduro: What Are the Differences?

Outdoor sports and mountain adventures attract more and more enthusiasts each year, and mountain biking is one of the most exciting ways to enjoy these natural environments. Among the different disciplines, Trail MTB, All Mountain MTB, and Enduro MTB are particularly...

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