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Pre-Orders Open for BTCHN’ Ti Drop Bar

Miles Arbour — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:42:13 +0000

The BTCHN' Bikes Ti Drop Bar is a titanium drop bar with 3D-printed components, a unique ergonomic top section, and a totally custom shape. Find photos, specs, and pre-order details here...

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US-Made Merman Bicycles Unholy Diver Pre-Sales Now Open

Miles Arbour — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:03:41 +0000

Merman Bicycles just opened pre-orders on a limited run of their made-in-USA Unholy Diver steel hardtail, a bike they describe as "the ultimate shred sled." Find photos, specs, and some insight into their partnership with Lunchtime Bike Co. in Portland here...

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Check out the new Buffalo Bags Bar & Ale Hip Pack + Bar Bag

Miles Arbour — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:28:48 +0000

Bangkok-based bag maker Buffalo Bags just released a new mid-sized hip pack that doubles as a handlebar bag. Check out the Buffalo Bags Bar & Ale Hip Pack here...

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San Util Design’s Quilted Bags + New Space

Miles Arbour — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:39:57 +0000

Bag maker San Util Design recently collaborated on some wacky quilted bags with a friend, and we couldn't resist the opportunity to learn more. Find photos, the story behind them, and a quick look at their new space in Winter Park, Colorado, here...

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Introducing the Panorama Torngat Ti

Miles Arbour — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:20:26 +0000

Announced today, the new Panorama Torngat Ti is the Canadian brand's first titanium fat bike, and they're offering it with two spindle lengths for summer and winter applications. Check it out here...

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The Apidura Expedition Waist Belt Adds 1L of On-Body Storage

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:52:27 +0000

Apidura's latest product is a minimalist cargo belt featuring three compartments that add a liter of storage, enabling riders to wear casual clothing and still have quick access to on-body pockets. Find details on the intriguing new Apidura Expedition Waist Belt here...

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Rob Britton and Cynthia Frazier Win 2023 Badlands

Miles Arbour — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:55:29 +0000

Cynthia Frazier and Rob Britton took first place in the women's and men's categories at the 2023 Badlands event, both finishing the challenging 780-kilometer route in record time. Find some photos and details from the event and more about the 2023 Badlands winners here...

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Collective Reward #160: Grab Bag 4

Logan Watts — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:08:34 +0000

For Collective Reward #160, we're giving a grab bag filled with a useful selection of equipment to one lucky Bikepacking Collective member. The mix includes a new Backloader X saddlebag system, a torque wrench set, and loads of accessories from Topeak; various bike maintenance products from Finish Line; and some apparel from Five Ten. Find details here...

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Weekend Snapshot

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:39:37 +0000

Following another weekend full of small and large rides for our readers around the world, we're back with our 87th edition of Weekend Snapshot. This time around, we share scenes from bikepacking trips in the Colorado Rockies, Scottish Highlands, and the hills of Austria. Find all three and share a photo from one of your recent getaways here...

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The New Gossamer Gear DCF Whisper Weighs Under a Pound!

Miles Arbour — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 13:58:12 +0000

Just released, the new Gossamer Gear DCF Whisper is a floorless trekking-pole-style shelter that's made from ultralight Dyneema composite fabric and weighs in at just 9.8 ounces. Check it out here...

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Introducing the Chiru Highlander

Miles Arbour — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 13:17:46 +0000

Designed specifically for the Highland Trail 550 in Scotland, the new Chiru Highlander is a titanium hardtail built around a 120mm travel fork and 29 x 2.6" tires. Learn all about it here...

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Friday Debrief: Ideal 2x Gearing, DIY Tool Pouch, MADE Interviews, IMBA/Diné Trail School, and more

Logan Watts — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:10:25 +0000

This week’s Debrief features the ideal 2x gearing, a new handlebar harness collaboration, a DIY tool pouch, a light mount that doubles as a crank bolt tool, MADE video interviews, the IMBA/Diné Trail Care School, two events to follow live, and much more. Find it all here…

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Introducing the Restrap Utility Hip Pack (and Handlebar Bag)

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 14:20:45 +0000

Released this morning, the new Restrap Utility Hip Pack is a two-in-one bag that easily converts from a comfortable hip pack into a small handlebar bag in seconds. Find details and photos and learn about the complete Restrap Travel Range here...

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Reader’s Rig: Joachim’s 2014 Bombtrack Hook

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:20:47 +0000

This week's Reader's Rig comes from our friend Joachim Rosenlund in Berlin, who shares the 2014 Bombtrack Hook that has taken him to Norway, Armenia, Scotland, Iran, and beyond. Get to know Joachim and his trusty gravel travel rig here...

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The 8bar TFLSBERG Steel V2 is Ready for Adventure

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:29:34 +0000

Available in builds with curvy or flat bars, the updated 8bar TFLSBERG Steel V2 features fresh paint, a relaxed riding position, room for nine bottles and cages, generous tire clearance, internal dropper routing, and more. Get to know the Berlin brand's bikepacking platform here...

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Schrader Valves are Back (According to Jones Bikes)

Lucas Winzenburg — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:16:44 +0000

Following a series of flow tests, Jones Bikes just announced that they've switched from Presta to Schrader valve stems on all of their bikes and wheels. Watch the test video and learn more about the Jones Spec. Schrader Valve Stems here...

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Collective Reward #159: mountainFLOW Bike Maintenance Kits

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:29:11 +0000

For Collective Reward #159, we're giving an eco-friendly, plant-based mountainFLOW Bike Maintenance Kit to a couple of randomly selected winners. Learn more about the 10-piece kit and how to win one here...

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Lachlan Morton is Attempting the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 18:04:53 +0000

Starting tomorrow, fan-favorite pro cyclist Lachlan Morton will be taking on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) with hopes of finishing in around 14 days. Along the way, he'll raise funds for charity and prioritize rest. Learn more about his strategy and find out how to follow his ride here...

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Bikepacking Live: Colorado Trail Chat (Video)

Logan Watts — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:32:18 +0000

Over the weekend, Neil Beltchenko caught up for a live chat with ultra-endurance bikepacking legends Alexandra Houchin, Brett Stepanik, and Katya Rakhmatulina at Totem Cyclery in Denver, Colorado. Watch the full discussion to hear their perspectives on the recent Colorado Trail Race, gear choices, and more here...

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Weekend Snapshot

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:50:08 +0000

Today's Weekend Snapshot transports us to Wyoming, Washington, and Austria to meet three readers and join them on their bikepacking trips through some truly stunning landscapes. Discover what three folks from our community were up to over the weekend and use the short form to share a photo from one of your recent rides here...

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Check out these Repurposed USPS Mailer Bikepacking Bags

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:14:53 +0000

We recently stumbled upon some creative bikepacking bags made from old USPS mailing envelopes, and they look to be holding up impressively well following their first overnighter. Find photos and a little background from designer Marcus Hamilton here...

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Win a Baphomet Bicycles Singlespeed Hardtail, Support LGBTQ+ Cyclists

Miles Arbour — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:43:54 +0000

Bellingham-based Baphomet Bicycles is raffling off a handmade singlespeed hardtail to benefit Ride Group, an organization focused on bridging the gap between cycling business, sport, and LGBTQ+ communities. We had a chance to check the bike out in person yesterday at the MADE bike show, where we caught up with Baphomet founder Dillen Maurer. Learn more here...

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Introducing the New RatKing Cradle: MADE Bike Show Finds

Miles Arbour — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:09:46 +0000

The new RatKing Cradle is a unique adjustable rack that can attach to the fork steerer tube or seatpost and doubles as a front bag support or a rear cargo platform. We were able to check one out in person at the MADE bike show in Portland yesterday. Find photos and details here...

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Friday Debrief: The ETRTO of the Beast, New Olive Parts, a Purple Japhy, and more

Logan Watts — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 14:11:33 +0000

This week’s Debrief features more 750d talk, Chris King Splash, a purple Japhy, our live event in Denver, Sofiane's Silk Road Debrief, Salsa's Autumn of Adventure Sale, a new event to follow, and much more. Find it all here…

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Reader’s Rig: Isaiah’s Kona Hahanna

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:30:25 +0000

Our Reader's Rig of the week comes from Isaiah Bridgemohan in Ontario, who shares his restored and repainted Kona Hahanna 26er. Find Isaiah's story of falling in love with riding and his Hahanna backstory here...

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WTB and Moots Tease New 750d Wheel and Tire Size

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 01:34:23 +0000

While wandering around the MADE Bike Show this morning, Miles spotted a special Moots Routt CRD set up with prototype 750d wheels and tires from WTB. Find photos, learn what we know, and weigh in on whether or not we need another gravel wheel size here...

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Check out the Scarab Cycles Darien Hardtail

Logan Watts — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:38:32 +0000

Colombian framebuilder Scarab Cycles just launched a beautiful new hardtail at the MADE Bike Show in Portland. The Scarab Cycles Darien is a cross-country, do-it-all hardtail inspired by the rugged stretch of jungle separating Central and South America. Find details here...

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Collective Reward #158: Wahoo ELEMNT Rival Watch and TickrX

Logan Watts — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:19:18 +0000

Our latest Collective Reward giveaway comes from Wahoo Fitness. We’ll be hooking up one of our Bikepacking Collective members with a GPS-enabled Wahoo ELEMNT Rival watch and a TickrX heart monitor. Learn more and get signed up for a chance to win here…

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Announcing the Mosaic MT-1 Hardtail + MADE Bike Show Discount

Miles Arbour — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 16:17:41 +0000

Handmade in Colorado, the new Mosaic MT-1 is a titanium hardtail with custom-tuned geometry, clearance for 29 x 2.6" tires, 110-130mm of front suspension, and custom finishings. Learn all about it here and find out how to get discounted tickets to the MADE bike show in Portland this weekend, where the MT-1 will be on display...

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Sage Titanium Storm King V2 Has Larger Tire Clearance and New 3D-Printed Bits

Logan Watts — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:04:40 +0000

The new Sage Titanium Storm King V2 was just announced with added tire clearance, a new 3D-printed yoke and dropouts, modernized geometry, and a few other tweaks to "foreverize" the frame. Find all the details here...

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Introducing Akinn Cycles: Handbuilt Frames from Berlin

Josh Meissner — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:16:01 +0000

The builders behind Drust Cycles and Vetra Bikes in Berlin have joined forces under the name Akinn Cycles to manufacture batches of customized bicycles, starting with the Subsun all-roader. Find a look at their handbuilt frameset, a fun set of studio and process photos, and details on pre-ordering a discounted Subsun here…

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Collective Reward #157: Grab Bag 3

Logan Watts — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:49:20 +0000

For Collective Reward #157, we're giving one lucky Bikepacking Collective member a grab bag filled with a colorful collection of gear that includes a frame bag from Mission Workshop, a PrestaCycle torque bit-driver kit, PNW Coast Bar Tape, Dyneema bags from Mountain Laurel Designs, socks, bottle cages, a bandana, and more...

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Abe Kaufman Sets a New Record in the 2023 TNGA

Miles Arbour — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 16:47:30 +0000

Abe Kaufman completed the 350-mile Trans North Georgia Adventure (TNGA) late last night in just 1 day, 15 hours, and 44 minutes, the new fastest known time on the route. Find a post-race reflection and a few photos from Abe here…

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The New Whisky Scully Bar is Wide and Sweepy

Miles Arbour — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:31:12 +0000

The new Whisky Scully Bar has all the right curves for long-distance touring, including a 23-degree backsweep and just the right amount of rise, and it comes in carbon and aluminum. Check it out here...

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Weekend Snapshot

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:37:49 +0000

For the 85th Monday in a row, today's weekend snapshot offers a glimpse of three getaways shared by readers from our global bikepacking community. In this edition, we travel to Virginia, Austria, and West Virginia. Find this week's vignettes and share one of your own here...

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Peggy Marvanova and Nathalie Baillon Win 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:35:45 +0000

After a hard-fought race that saw them exchanging the lead many times, Peggy Marvanova and Nathalie Baillon ultimately crossed the finish line of the 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race together in 8 days, 16 hours, and 18 minutes. Learn more about the unexpected women's race finish and the winners here...

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Crossing Tasmania (Film)

Miles Arbour — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:08:53 +0000

"Crossing Tasmania" follows Payson McElveen during his 32-hour solo journey across Australia’s least populated state. Watch the 21-minute film documenting his a 360-mile ride from the Indian Ocean to the Tasman Sea here...

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Sofiane Sehili Wins 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race for the Third Time

Logan Watts — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 13:01:21 +0000

Respect and congratulations go out to Sofiane Sehili, who rolled across the finish line in Kyrgyzstan last night and became the overall winner of the 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race. Learn more about Sofiane's third win in this challenging race and find a gallery of photos here…

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Katya Rakhmatulina Just set a New Colorado Trail Race Record

Logan Watts — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:47:53 +0000

A big congratulations to Katya Rakhmatulina, who just became the first woman to cross the finish line in the 2023 Colorado Trail Race, setting an impressive new course record. Learn more about Katya's ride and find a few photos from the finish here...

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Friday Debrief: Ultralight Visibility Vest, Axles with Built-in Rack Mounts, Fixed-gear Bikepacking, and more

Logan Watts — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:21:45 +0000

This week’s Debrief features a new ultralight visibility vest, thru-axles with built-in rack mounts, a fixed-gear cyclist tackling the 1,400-mile Pan Celtic Race, two events to follow live, and much more. Find it all here…

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Miron Golfman Wins the 2023 Colorado Trail Race

Guest — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:20:44 +0000

Hats off to Miron Golfman of Alaska, the overall winner of the 2023 Colorado Trail Race, who rolled across the finish line in Denver last night after just 4 days, 16 hours, and 51 minutes on the trail. Learn more about the rookie rider's incredible effort and find a gallery of photos here...

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Reader’s Rig: Jimbo’s B Bloque Bikes Custom

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:15:07 +0000

This week's Reader's Rig comes from Jimbo Safi in Switzerland, who shares a look at his colorful custom randonneur from B Bloque Bikes of Madrid, Spain. Learn more about Jimbo and his classic steel rig with some thoughtful modern touches here...

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Wolf Tooth Lithic Carbon Mountain Fork Has Swappable Dropouts

Logan Watts — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 18:27:50 +0000

Designed by Wolf Tooth Components, the new Lithic Carbon Mountain Fork has swappable machined aluminum dropouts that work with multiple hub sizes and brake types. Wolf Tooth also announced a range of forks under the Lithic brand, including options for fat and gravel bikes. Learn more here...

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Announcing Markagram Edition VII (Vermont)

Logan Watts — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 18:00:04 +0000

We're excited to announce Markagram Edition VII, the first USA-based running of the "most sinister gravel event in the world." Markagram is coming this fall to the deep and dark forests of Vermont. Learn more about the event and how to early register here. Prepare for darkness...

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Packing for the Colorado Trail Race with Lael Wilcox (Video)

Miles Arbour — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 17:58:30 +0000

Curious about what Lael Wilcox is bringing along during this year's Colorado Trail Race? Revelate Designs just shared a video in which Lael talks through her bike and everything in her kit. Watch it here...

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Rackhackers Cannier DIY Kit Turns Plastic Containers Into Panniers

Miles Arbour — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:25:02 +0000

The new Rackhackers Cannier DIY Kit includes everything you need to transform large plastic containers into a sturdy set of panniers. Find photos, the backstory, and more info here...

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Evolution Gravel Race – 860KM Through Tanzania (Videos)

Miles Arbour — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 14:06:07 +0000

Evolution Gravel Race is an 850-kilometer point-to-point gravel stage race from the Ngorongoro Crater to the Swahili Coast in Tanzania. The Fernwee crew recently published a two-part video series documenting their experience. Watch them both and find an accompanying set of photos here...

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Jeff Kerkove and Corrie Smith set new Bones to Blue Records

Miles Arbour — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:13:05 +0000

This weekend, our friend Jeff Kerkove took first place at the 2023 Bones to Blue event in California, tackling the 250-mile loop around Lake Tahoe in a mind-boggling 34 hours and 55 minutes. Find some post-race ramblings and a few photos Jeff shot along the way here...

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Collective Reward #156: Kokopelli Durango Bikepacking Bags

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 14:11:35 +0000

Our 156th Collective Reward giveaway comes courtesy of Kokopelli, who are setting up one lucky winner with a full suite of their Durango waterproof bikepacking bags. Find details on what's included and get signed up for a chance to win here...

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Bedrock Sandals × Ron’s Bikes Ultra-Tulip Collaboration

Miles Arbour — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:34:03 +0000

Bedrock Sandals and Ron's Bikes have teamed up on a limited edition run of Ultra-Tulip sandals and bike bags, and both drop online at 10 a.m. MDT today. Get all the details here...

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Preorders Open for Metallic Moss Velo Orange Piolet

Miles Arbour — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:05:44 +0000

The latest Velo Orange Piolet has been updated with thru-axles and an alluring Metallic Moss paint job. Preorders just opened, and they're offering a slight discount for those who reserve one within the next two weeks. Learn more here...

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Andy Leveto Wins 2023 Dark Divide 300 + Women’s FKT

Miles Arbour — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 14:15:45 +0000

Over the weekend, Andy Leveto took first place at the inaugural Dark Divide 300 race in Washington, finishing the 330-mile route in just 31 hours and 56 minutes, setting a new fastest known time (FKT). Find details and learn more about first-place women's finisher Meaghan Hackinen's ride here...

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Josh Ibbett’s 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race Bike Check (Video)

Logan Watts — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:43:16 +0000

Tailfin recently caught up with Josh Ibbett to check out his updated bike setup and see how he prepared for the Silk Road Mountain Race, an unsupported bikepacking race through the mountains of Kyrgyzstan that's happening now. Watch it and find Josh's full built kit list here...

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Weekend Snapshot

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:09:49 +0000

In this Weekend Snapshot, we join three folks from our worldwide bikepacking community as they pedal their way through France, Canada, and Switzerland, taking on the European Divide Trail, Newfoundland T'Railway, and more. Peek at all three rides and use the form to share a photo from one of your pedal-powered getaways here...

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Friday Debrief: Revelate Pannier Pods, Spork 3.2, Supercaliber V2, and Much More…

Logan Watts — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 14:04:44 +0000

This week’s Debrief features new Revelate Pannier Pods, the 2023 Pisgah Project Bike, Rodeo Labs Spork 3.2, Supercaliber V2, a Wilson's Ramble video, three events to follow live, and much more. Find it all here…

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Reader’s Rig: Geoff’s Custom Poopie Prancer

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:20:02 +0000

Our Reader's Rig of the week comes from Geoff Campbell in British Columbia, who shares his custom Poopie Prancer, a frame with long chainstays and slack geometry that's purpose-built to haul taller riders. Learn more about Geoff and his bike here...

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New State Bicycle Cargo Cage, Cable-Actuated Hydraulic Brakes, and More

Miles Arbour — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:17:11 +0000

State Bicycle Co. just released a unique cargo cage, new cable-actuated hydraulic disc brake calipers, and budget flat-bar hydraulic brakes. Check them all out here...

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Bedrock Bags Launches new Gravel Collection

Miles Arbour — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:37:01 +0000

The new Bedrock Bags Gravel Collection combines the brand's rock-solid, made-in-Colorado bags with an elegant aesthetic featuring waxed canvas trim, classic colors, and a new label. Check out the entire lineup here...

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Timon Fish Sets New Colorado Trail Record

Neil Beltchenko — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:29:56 +0000

Late Sunday, Timon Fish finished the Colorado Trail northbound route with an incredible time of just 3 days, 16 hours, and 13 minutes, setting a new fastest known time in the process. Find a brief post-ride reflection from Timon and a few photos from the route here...

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2023 Dead Ends & Cake: Event Recap

Miles Arbour — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:10:50 +0000

Dead Ends & Cake, the sweetest event in Switzerland, saw 90 riders line up in St. Gallen for the self-supported and self-navigated bikepacking event with fresh cake at each checkpoint last month. Find a recap from the organizers alongside some stunning photos here...

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Making a Custom Stainless Steel Rack (Video)

Logan Watts — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 13:23:05 +0000

In a recent video, Portugal-based fabricator Ivo Azenha makes a custom stainless steel front rack for a gravel bike. Watch it to get a sense of what goes into this carefully executed process here...

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