Do you love your bike so much that you can't bring yourself to put it in the cellar? Yes, then the bike should probably go in the living room - and so that it doesn't fall over or get in the way, it should be mounted on the wall - almost like a picture. That's where the Dutch holder from Stasdock comes in handy.

Stay loose - that's Charlie Hutton's first tip for speed in the mud. It's probably not that easy to implement, but there are also good tips on equipment, braking technique and tire choice to ensure you have fun and stay safe downhill in muddy conditions.

A mobile high-pressure cleaner - now also available from Muc-Off. This is almost logical, as the British company already offers helpful cleaning and care products to get your bike in top form.