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A compilation of bikepacking guides, tips, and insights for newbie bikepackers and hardened veterans alike. Sort through articles by category, or find the latest below.
Neil got stuck in a nasty storm earlier this month, and his rig was a complete mess when he got home. He decided to take this opportunity to share how he cleans his bike and bikepacking bags. In this video, he details the tools for the job, walks through step-by-step procedures, and highlights some important things to avoid…
Fresh off his first-place finish at this year’s Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan, Sofiane Sehili put together a detailed video outlining his rig and pack list that successfully got him through the 1,895-kilometer course. Watch it here…
While a lot of modern bike standards and technologies are widely adopted at this point, some folks might still question whether it’s okay to go bikepacking with a suspension fork, particularly on extra-long trips. Others might have questions about maintenance, service intervals, reliability, and setup. To test all this, we put over 1,500 miles on a fork during a big bikepacking trip, then met with a veteran suspension expert to see how it fared, answer some questions, and do some science…
With a mindset that out-and-backs should be avoided at all costs, Miles had no choice but to dig into the maps to plan an alternative loop along the Olympic Adventure Route in northwest Washington. Find a reflection on his ride here, including lots of photos and some tips on how to make any bikepacking route your own…
Following his recent weekend ride of our 10 Lakes Overnighter route in Powell River, British Columbia, Tom Powell put together this report that pairs practical tips for folks planning to take on the route with a spectacular gallery of images. See it all here…
Let’s be honest, long rides can get uncomfortable. And bikes don’t always fit perfectly right out of the gate. But there’s hope. With some simple parts changes, specialty components, and proven techniques, it’s possible to make your bike more comfortable for long-haul rides and bikepacking trips. In our latest video, Neil shares 11 methods, products, and ideas…
Starting tomorrow, Angus Young has plans to set off on an individual time trial on the European Divide Trail, a 7,600-kilometer mixed surface route from Norway to Portugal. Find a video breakdown of his pack list and a preamble from Angus here…
Highly underrated as an adventure destination, the Northwoods region is home to miles upon miles of dirt roads and tracks that knit together lakes, rivers, thick forests, and small towns. It holds a special place in Neil’s heart, and last month, Neil and two friends set off to ride the Wisconsin Waterfalls Loop, a 380-mile route in the northern part of the state. In our latest video, Neil shares trip highlights and a day-by-day itinerary of their ride…
Last month, Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia became the first person (that we know of) to complete the Tree to Sea Loop in British Columbia in 2022, finishing the 1,000-kilometer route in just nine days. He put together a route report, video recap, and bike and gear details. Find it all here…
Zipper disasters are bound to happen at some point with outdoor gear, whether on bikepacking bags, jackets, or sleeping bags. However, they’re preventable with proper maintenance. In our latest video, Neil talks through various types of zippers, how to avoid breaking them, and how to make them glide like new…
In our latest YouTube video, Neil walks through his rig, bag by bag, to reveal how he consistently packs for any given overnighter bikepacking trip. Watch it here and find his detailed kit list…
What does “self-supported” really mean? In this essay, Jackie Baker works to define it in the ultra-endurance bikepacking context and outlines three self-supported principles to help ensure the integrity and longevity of the sport. Find her takeaways from interviews with all kinds of racers and organizers and a massive gallery of images from some of our favorite events here…