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Why mountain biking at night is pure magic
10 images that will make you reconsider staying inside on those long, dark nights.
Summertime in the northern hemisphere is officially over and, with the clocks going back an hour, it now means that there's even less time to get out and ride during daylight hours. With the dark rapidly approaching, rides are going to get cut short unless you are prepared to ride into the night.
Don't resign the winter months to sticking in the warm indoors. Grab some lights and get out and explore the night. Need a bit of inspiration first? Take a look at these incredible night-light trail photos captured by Lupine.
Tha trails around Lake Garda at night
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
Iconic landscapes become dark and mysterious once the sun has set. This piece of trail is one of the most photographed around Lake Garda, Italy. Yet at night only the reflections on the water gives this place away.
Jumping into the unknown
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
Are you brave enough to hit a jump in the dark? Not being able to see the landing or even the take-off until last minute turns this into a leap of faith into the unknown.
Lighting up the trails
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
Avoid the trail-centre queues and have the place to yourself – just remember to pack your lights!
Guiding lights leading down the mountain
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
Mountain trails throw out new surprises at night, especially when you can only see a few metres of trail in front of you...
Sunrise over the mountains
© Sebastian Dörk/Lupine
Sometimes you have to start in the dark to make the most of the light. An early morning hike is rewarded with sunrise over the mountains.
Underground avoids the weather, but not the dark
© Sebastian Dörk/Lupine
Not a fan of the wet and cold? Avoid all weather problems by riding underground!
Even an easy trail becomes a challenge in the dark
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
Take your favourite trail and see how unfamiliar the dark can make it feel. Remember, leave nothing but light trails.
A nocturnal descent while the town sleeps
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
Revel in the solitutde of the night – nobody around but you and your bike.
Don't forget your style just because it's dark...
© Colin Stewart/Lupine
It's the perfect time to practice your skills and style in private.
