Once you’re done screaming into the sky and whacking the nearest tree trunk with the biggest stick you could find, let’s help you get that chain back on. And once that’s out of the way, we can offer a few pointers to keep it from falling off again. We at […]
Along with suspension and disc brakes, bicycle drivetrains are one of the things that make mountain bikes so incredibly capable. Having a wide range of gears is what allows us to pedal our bikes up to towering peaks, and descend steep trails with confidence. While they offer an incredible […]
Gravel biking is an endurance sport where the goal is not so much tackling Strava times, but getting out there on rural dirt and gravel roads. Your reward is often incredible views and a whole lot of calories burned. The intention is to cross through farmland and explore forest roads […]
There’s no argument; the most critical piece of gear for a trail runner is his or her shoes. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, shopping for the perfect trail running shoe can be daunting – today, there’s a surplus of options, each featuring different technologies, materials, and structures. […]
We at Jans would like to shed some light on the subject of bike pedals. We’ll go over types of pedal technology, and the compatibility, uses, and some pros and cons of each. We’ll do our best to explain pedals and get curious riders pointed in the right direction – […]
So Tera and I just hit our one year anniversary in the van, I can’t believe how fast it’s gone by. We have been all over the Western US and Canada, and now found ourselves circling back to where it all started, California. Tera’s sister just bought a house in […]
Let’s talk tunes and why you should get one in the spring. April isn’t really winter anymore, but to say spring has sprung is sort of a lie. So we’re in limbo, but bike season is upon us and the snow will melt quickly enough. Get your bike in gear, […]
Yes, when you are fly fishing in environments that include wind, rain, and/or snow, you need a specialized wading shell… better known and described as a wading jacket. You have more than likely spent a small fortune on fly rods, reels, and other fly fishing equipment. Do yourself a favor […]
Since our last adventures in the desert, Tera and I have made our way up to Whitefish, Montana. We figured that winter van life with two dogs might be a bit more than we wanted to or could handle. Tera is a nurse and had always wanted to try her […]
I always take my hat off for tinkerers, people who sit in the shop or their garage late at night and try to make stuff better. Drilling holes, taking things apart, and maybe even involving a saw or hammer (and beers or whiskey) - making something different or new requires […]
Mark Fischer, jans.com co-founder and managing director, recently got the chance to go heli skiing with Bella Coola Heli Sports up in British Colombia for a week. We’re all envious. Here are some excerpts of his daily reports about the experience. Fresh tracks and gorgeous views in the backcountry of […]
I interviewed White Pine Nordic Center director, Rob Lang, to put together some advice about to how to get started with cross country skiing (often abbreviated as XC skiing, and also called Nordic skiing). Rent gear the first few times. This allows you to try classic skiing and skate skiing, […]