THE LOWDOWN ICELAND

Get yourself a guide

This isn’t a trail centre or an explore-onyour-own local nature reserve. It’s easy to get lost and o -route, and it can be a dangerous place if you don’t know where you’re heading. Icebike (https://icebike adventures.com) o er a variety of services for mountain biking, fatbiking and gravel riding, and have everything on hand for you.

Invest in good gear

Clothing needs to be waterproof, breathable and quick-drying – think merino wool and Gore-Tex outerwear. With the weather being so unpredictable and harsh, it’s important to be prepared for every eventuality.

Go for a dip

Take a swimming costume – you won’t regret it! Bathing in one of Iceland’s warm geothermal pools is the perfect end to a day’s riding.

Pick the right dates

Check when is the best time to go for the type of riding you want to do. Iceland has a very short summer season, between June and August. Their winter, from October to May, gives a much bigger timespan for fatbike adventures.

Have fun!

Iceland’s weather and geology make it a unique place to ride a mountain bike. You and your riding will grow as a result of it, it’ll push you and give you a newfound respect for the country’s inhabitants.