Bike Cleaning - HMB Adventures

Having just returned home after my trip to Nepal, I have to ask myself ‘why did I wait so long to go’. This was an amazing trip with equally amazing biking, views and people. I didn’t know what to expect and I want to say a BIG thanks to HMB and your team for seeing such a great week of biking completed from start to finish, whilst attending to all the details.
- Nancy Greesham (Singapore)

MAGICAL HELI BIKING

An Epic 20-30 minute flight by Kawasaki Helicopter, with the best Himalayan panoramic views, remote villages and rivers, then start the downhill ride for 30-50km, where you’re met with a picnic brunch and choice of your drink….. a life time experience……..
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NEPAL TOURS

Some of our selected Nepal Tours:
River Rafting Nepal
For adventure seekers, rafting is the perfect way for an extended adventure on the river and to get your adrenaline pumping to a new high. Nepal has some of the best rivers for rafting. Rafting trips, for many, is the highlight of their stay in Nepal. The waters in Nepal offer something for everybody: Grade 5-5+ rivers with raging white water rapids for the adventurous, to Grade 2-3 rivers with a few rapids for novices.
More info – Rafting Nepal
Kayaking
Kayaking is usually an individual water sport. Kayaks are made from a special type of plastic and have floatation devices inserted to aid buoyancy. Kayakers move through the water with a double blade paddle understanding river flow, negotiating rapids and obstacles on the river, enjoying unity with nature and the river.
More info – Kayaking Nepal

Nepal Family Adventures

A Sample family itinerary might be:
Visiting: Kathmandu, Chitwan Wildlife Sanctuary, Bandipur, Pokhara and Himalayan Trek, Nagarkot, Changu Narayan,
Temples, jungle, wildlife and timeless mountain views combine for a fantastic family adventure. Discover beautifully preserved palaces, traditional Nepali life and smiling faces. Your private Himalayan residence, paddling on Fewatal Lake, the buzz of Kathmandu, to a Chitwan canoe ride and mountain trek this is a trip with adventures galore! Optional tandem paragliding,, mountain biking plus white water rafting see our Family Retreat at Pokhara Retreat, Lodge, Resort - pokhararetreat.com

Paragliding
Paragliding is perhaps the most rewarding of short duration adventure sports given the fact that there’s nothing between you and the scenery unfolding before you. This sport comes closest to flying like a bird as you share airspace with vultures, eagles, kites and other birds as you glide over Pokhara valley.
More info – Nepal Paragliding

Ultra Lights
“If I had wings I would fly”. You can come close to flying; just go up in an ultra-light aircraft and get a sweeping bird's eye view of the entire Pokhara Valley. It is an exhilarating ride that allows unhindered views of the mountains and the scenic lakes far below.
More info – Ultra Lights Nepal

Mountain Flights
Mountain flight is a much easier way to see the Nepali Himalayan peaks. Most flights are in mornings and operate at all times except in the monsoon seasons of June and July.
More info – Mountain flights Nepal

Trekking – Nepal / India / Tibet
Each with dozens of trekking trail options that vary from a few days to a few weeks, camping, lodges and tea house lodges…. It’s just a matter of deciding what suits you best…… here is one popular example.

Annapurna circuit trek
Annapurna region is the most beaten trekking region in Nepal due to the easy access, developed infrastructure for lodging & food, likewise moderate kind of trails except one pass called Thorang Pass.
More info – Annapurna circuit trek Nepal

Bungy
Let your spirits fly and take a leap down 160 meters with nothing but a bungy rope attached to your ankles. Bhote Kosi, one of Nepal's wildest rivers awaits true adventure seekers who are ready for anything.
More info – Bungy Nepal

Bike Cleaning

WHY CLEAN YOUR BIKE?

It is not uncommon for some keen cycling enthusiasts to spend more money on their bike than they do on their car. Regular cleaning of your bike is important if you want to keep it in the best possible condition and protect your investment. Cleaning ensures that your gears, brakes and other moving components are smooth and always fully operational.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU CLEAN YOUR BIKE?

This depends on how often you ride and the style of riding you do. The more often and harder you ride the more you should clean your bike. As a rule of thumb for someone who values their bike and rides two to three times a week, you should clean your bike weekly. We have found that a regular quick clean is better than the occasional thorough clean. If you are riding off road or in a dirty environment it is advised that you clean your bike after every use. Once you have your cleaning routine set up you should be able to clean your bike in about 30 minutes.

WHAT DO I NEED?

Degreaser
Detergent
Warm water
Sponge
Brush
Rag
Oil (Teflon based oil is recommended as it does not collect as much dirt and grime)

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR BIKE?

Brush degreaser on to your chain, allow 1 to 2 minutes for the degreaser to work.
With a rag between your fingers, carefully hold on to the chain and turn the pedal in an anti-clock wise direction. You will see the grease coming off onto the rag.
Remove the back wheel and brush degreaser over the cog. Lean the wheel forward to prevent liquids going into the hub. Allow 1 to 2 minutes for the degreaser to work.
Brush degreaser over the rest of the components and greasy areas. Allow 1 to 2 minutes for the degreaser to work.
Add detergent, warm water and a splash of degreaser and repeat steps 1 to 4. Also clean the rest the bike with this detergent solution. You may want to use a new cleaner brush for Step 5.
Rinse the whole bike in fresh water. This is best done with a sponge or brush. Do not place high pressure water on your bike as it will force water into components which are meant to remain dry.
Reattach your rear wheel.
Before your next ride reapply oil to your chain.