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Baptism of Fire: Bikepacking the La Guajira Desert

Guest — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 11:08:07 +0000

In January, Joe Sasada embarked on a solo dirt tour spanning the length of South America from Colombia to Patagonia. Having spent years dreaming and months preparing, his careful plans went out the window as soon as he started pedaling through the La Guajira Desert. Find his story of trying to find momentum in a lesser-known corner of the continent here...

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Stay in the Forest: Coffee Tea Trip’s 2023 Swift Campout

Guest — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 14:21:11 +0000

The Coffee Tea Trip crew in Zielona Góra, Poland, gathered for a joyful night under the stars as part of the 2023 Swift Campout over the solstice weekend in June, and they put together a recap from their time riding, swimming in lakes, and forging friendships in the forest. Find their story and a gallery of photos here...

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Surfpacking: A Stupid Dream

Evan Christenson — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:31:22 +0000

In this enthralling tale of camaraderie and adventure, Evan Christenson returns to the dusty roads and cold waters of Baja California in search of elusive waves that have called out to him for years. Find a sprawling gallery of film photos and Evan's story of reinvigorating an old friendship while sharing his passion for combining bikes and boards here...

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Here & There: Discovering Road Magic

Guest — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:03:19 +0000

After finishing college, Bennett Figueroa set out to fulfill a longtime dream of bikepacking around the country. Without much prior experience, he began pedaling in Montana and allowed a series of chance encounters to define the shape of his trip. Find Bennett's story of letting his openness guide him to road magic and connection and a selection of photos from the zine he made about his journey here...

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Live Slow-Ride Far: A Ride for the Maypole Project

Guest — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:24:34 +0000

This spring, Alvaro de la Camara took on his "Live Slow-Ride Far" challenge to pedal a 300-kilometer route across the UK with his young daughter Cora in tow. Read on to find Alvaro's diary entries from their eight-day fundraising ride for the Maypole Project, which provides support for children with complex medical needs and their families...

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Hellas Indomitable: Riding the 2023 Hellenic Mountain Race

Guest — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:01:27 +0000

Photographer Conan Thai was at the inaugural edition of the Hellenic Mountain Race in Greece this spring, where he captured a moody set of images from the wet and rugged course. Find his shots paired with a story about forming bonds with fellow riders, evading dogs and earworms, and ultimately scratching from the race here...

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Bikepacking Iran: Beyond the Veil

Guest — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:50:35 +0000

While bikepacking across Iran last fall, Johan Wahl and his wife Jana peeled back some of the layers of misunderstanding that shroud the country, getting to know its people firsthand while navigating broader political complexities. Find their story finding connection and inspiration accompanied by a vibrant gallery of photos here...

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A Bikepacking State of Mind

Guest — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 11:03:25 +0000

"A Bikepacking State of Mind" is a contemplative piece from Tanner Arrington that offers insight into how having a bikepacking mindset informs his daily life, from remembering to slow down and tune in to the little details to making small rides across town with his kids feel like big adventures. Find his essay and a gallery of photos shot from the saddle with a disposable film camera here...

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Eyes Wide Open at the 2023 Trans Balkan Race

Guest — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 11:04:50 +0000

Earlier this month, more than 130 riders lined up in the small town of Sežana, Slovenia, for the second edition of the Trans Balkan Race, a rugged 1,300-kilometer bikepacking race across the Balkans. Rufus Wenlock of New Zealand was the second-place finisher at this year's event, and he put together a lively reflection that captures his newfound appreciation for the region. Find his story and a stunning set of photos here...

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Tracking the 2023 Tour Divide (Part 3): 17 days, 5,262 miles, and 3,719 photos

Eddie Clark — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:13:51 +0000

In the third and final report from his border-to-border coverage of the 2023 Tour Divide, photographer Eddie Clark reflects on the evolution of the iconic race and follows riders from New Mexico's Gila National Forest down to the finish in Antelope Wells. Find his full write-up and another excellent photo gallery here...

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Tracking the 2023 Tour Divide (Part 2): Council of Legends

Eddie Clark — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:25:07 +0000

In part two of our from-the-field reportage of the 2023 Tour Divide, photographer Eddie Clark starts at Brush Mountain Lodge in northern Colorado where he finds a gathering of legendary women who've made race history. After that, Eddie tracks riders through Colorado and New Mexico as they head toward the finish. Find his recap, stories from several rider encounters, and an excellent photo gallery here…

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Three Takes on the 2023 Race Around Rwanda

Guest — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 11:05:19 +0000

Tom Hardie traveled from the UK to east-central Africa to participate in the 2023 Race Around Rwanda this year, where he had a chance to sit down with local racers Dufitumukiza Mussa and Neza Violette. In this piece, Tom shares some impressions from his experience, and the pair of Rwandan riders offer some insights into their unique journeys to the starting line and the changing cycling culture in their country. Find thoughts from all three with additional photos by Matt Grayson here...

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Tracking the 2023 Tour Divide (Part 1): Elemental Moves

Eddie Clark — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 11:04:36 +0000

In part one of our from-the-field reportage of the 2023 Tour Divide, seasoned photographer and documentarian Eddie Clark shares his experiences from the first week, tracking down riders in Montana and Wyoming along the faint singletrack and mud-caked roads of this iconic route. Find his recap, thoughts from several riders, and an excellent photo gallery here…

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Friends in Cow-Pie Places: Field Notes from the WeedSac 140

Guest — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:09:57 +0000

Organized by Matt Mason, the founder of the Monumental Loop, the WeedSac 140 is a non-competitive 140-mile bikepacking ride in the Sacramento Mountains that starts and ends in the village of Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Find a personal reflection and photos by Johnny Sullivan from the inaugural group ride last month here...

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Giwiizhaamin

Alexandera Houchin — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:24:16 +0000

“Giwiizhaamin” is an illuminating short piece from Alexandera Houchin that centers on her relationship with her body and how her perception of it has changed in the time between entering her first race, pedaling many thousands of miles, and seeing herself on the cover of a magazine. Find her honest and uplifting words, an invitation to join her in your own way, and a selection of photos from over the years here…

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A Date with the Pines: Tales from the 2023 Pinyons and Pines

Guest — Wed, 31 May 2023 11:15:11 +0000

Earlier this month, heavy rain and long stretches of bike-destroying mud made for harsh conditions at the 2023 Pinyons and Pines event in Arizona. With help from our friend Wyatt Spalding and some of the other riders, we put together a pair of post-ride stories from the 300 and 500-mile routes and a reflection from organizer Dana Ernst. Find a look at the event here...

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Storms, Ferries, and Gravel: Racing Seven Serpents

Guest — Tue, 30 May 2023 15:06:36 +0000

The 2023 edition of Seven Serpents surprised riders with heavy rain and harsh conditions as they pedaled 850 kilometers from Ljubljana to Trieste through the Croatian islands. In this recap, Marcus Nicolson shares his perspective of racing between ferries, cranking up long climbs, and encountering bike-stopping mud...

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Not Even Half a Badger: Failure on the Badger Divide

Guest — Sat, 27 May 2023 12:14:42 +0000

Having photographed many races and rides over the years and eager to build up more bikepacking experience of his own, photographer Dan Monaghan took on the 210-mile Badger Divide route between Inverness and Glasgow last month. He learned first-hand that things don't always go to plan, but it's possible to find beauty in failure with the right perspective. Find his story and a moody gallery of images from Scotland here...

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Baja Divide Pt. 4: Tracing Lines

Evan Christenson — Mon, 22 May 2023 11:17:28 +0000

In his fourth and final report from the Baja Divide, Evan Christenson digs into some parting thoughts and reflections on the route and meets more locals and fellow bikepackers from across Mexico's iconic Baja California peninsula. Join Evan in unpacking some of what he's learned throughout his 1,700-mile journey, and find one last gallery of images here...

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Destination Mantova: Taking the Long Way to BAM!

Guest — Fri, 19 May 2023 11:02:22 +0000

Last summer, Aimee Gilchrist and Jeremy Collins traveled to Italy to attend the 2022 Bicycle Adventure Meeting (BAM!). To maximize their time away, they mapped out a meandering route that took in some of the highlights of the Dolomites. Find their story of making the most of their miles en route to BAM! and a vivid selection of Jeremy's illustrated journal excerpts here...

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Teller to Wales: Riding and Rafting the Alaskan Coast

Bjorn Olson — Thu, 18 May 2023 10:59:33 +0000

Last summer, Bjørn Olson and Kim McNett loaded up their fat bikes and packrafts for a 10-day journey along a stretch of Alaska's remote Seward Peninsula. The trip had them pedaling up rugged mountains, traversing narrow bits of coast, encountering grizzlies, braving intense storms, and connecting with people in isolated villages. Find their story, a gallery of Bjørn's photos, and a collection of Kim's watercolor paintings here...

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Tour De Frankie: El Infierno del Sur

Allan Shaw — Tue, 16 May 2023 11:03:53 +0000

Last month, more than 60 bikepackers gathered near the Zócalo in the heart of Mexico City to pedal 800 kilometers out of the capital and around active volcanoes, over mountains, and through highlands to the Oaxacan coast. Read more about Tour De Frankie, Mexico’s first and only ultra-endurance bikepacking race, in this reflection from participant Allan Shaw. Plus, find details on the route and a gallery of dreamy film portraits Allan shot before and after the ride…

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Magic at the 2023 Sisters in the Wild Lanzarote Gravel Camp

Guest — Mon, 15 May 2023 11:14:57 +0000

Earlier this year, 40 bikepackers met up on the sunny island of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands for a five-day, mixed-terrain group ride as part of the 2023 Sisters in the Wild Lanzarote Gravel Camp. Find a colorful selection of photos, a recap from the event organizer, and a reflection from one of the attendees here…

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I am my Mother’s Son: Cycling Sicily with Her Camera

Guest — Tue, 09 May 2023 11:03:57 +0000

In January, Cían Byrne left his home in Ireland and pedaled the length of the Sicily Divide with his mom's old Olympus Mju II film camera in tow, creating a link between past and present adventures and honoring the person who inspired him to take on such endeavors. You can read Cían's heartfelt story, watch his 40-minute route guide video, and see a vibrant gallery of 35mm photos here...

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Slow Rolling at the 2023 Border Bash Aragon

Guest — Thu, 04 May 2023 11:05:48 +0000

Tristan Bogaard was at the 2023 Border Bash Aragon last month, where he was surprised to discover how much he enjoyed the organized event format. He put together a short written recap and a gallery showcasing the couple of days his small group of newfound friends spent slowly winding through the beautiful Spanish countryside. Check it out here...

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Off-Piste: Bikepacking and Ski Touring the Pyrenees

Guest — Wed, 03 May 2023 11:08:29 +0000

Eager to combine her longtime passion for bikepacking with her budding love of ski touring, Ana Zamorano Ruiz planned a trip to a backcountry peak in the Pyrenees to try the concept. Find her story of learning to mix bikes and skis and gaining a whole new perspective on the adventure possibilities in her backyard here...

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Baja Divide Pt. 3: The Desert Surrounds

Evan Christenson — Tue, 02 May 2023 11:23:54 +0000

Evan Christenson's third report from the Baja Divide finds him deep in the desert amid a rotating cast of new characters with diverse, unexpected, and occasionally far-fetched stories that brought their paths together in Mexico. Find a staggeringly beautiful gallery of images and a look at the dynamic tapestry of traveling bikepackers and locals that forms along the route here...

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Baja Divide Pt. 2: Lessons from the Cacti

Evan Christenson — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:00:18 +0000

In his second dispatch from the Baja Divide, Evan Christenson peels back the layers and shares more about an unexpected mix of locals and fellow bikepackers he met on his ride across Mexico’s Baja California peninsula. Read their stories and join Evan in unpacking some of the lessons he's learned here, paired with stunning photographs...

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Eastern Divide Trail and NFCT by Bikeanoe (Bike & Canoe)

Guest — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 10:59:35 +0000

Last fall, Micah Fay set out to pedal and paddle the Eastern Divide Trail and Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) by bike and canoe. In this two-in-one report, Micah reflects on the trip, shares his method for portaging the canoe by bike, and offers some perspective from the roads and waterways...

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No Route, No Problem: Drifting in the Dolomites

Josh Meissner — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:00:24 +0000

Last summer, Josh Meissner and friends traveled to the Italian Dolomites for a weeklong bikepacking trip without a fixed route or much of a plan, letting their curiosity and the region's geography guide them. Find an alluring gallery of photos and his story of discovering endless possibilities by looking beyond the predefined GPX track here...

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Armenia: Caught in the Middle

Guest — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:22:55 +0000

Last fall, Johan Wahl and his partner Jana were finishing a bikepacking trip across Armenia when clashes with neighboring Azerbaijan broke out, sending their ride into an emotional and logistical tailspin. Find their story of navigating the duality of having formed a strong connection with the Armenian people and knowing it wasn't their place to be here...

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A Winter Getaway on the Queen’s Ransom

Logan Watts — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 11:07:52 +0000

In early February, Andrew, Austin, Max, Mike, and Neil escaped winter to ride the Queen's Ransom, a ruggedly beautiful bikepacking route east of Phoenix, Arizona. Along the way, they experienced outstanding views, incredible light, perfect weather, and plenty of surprises. Watch the video that documents their trip alongside a written reflection from Mike and a beautiful collection of photos.

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Transcordilleras: Colombian Gravel Madness

Guest — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 13:11:14 +0000

Transcordilleras is a 1,000-kilometer self-supported bikepacking race across the Andes in Colombia. This year, the organizers offered three-stage, eight-stage, and non-stop versions of the event. Find a report from non-stop race winner Julian Manrique with a beautiful gallery of images from the Transcordilleras media team here...

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On Four Wheels: Capturing the 2023 Atlas Mountain Race

Guest — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 12:00:59 +0000

Photographer Chris McClean was in Morocco to document the 2023 Atlas Mountain Race last month. In this piece, he shares his unique perspective of the event from behind the lens and reflects on how the challenges of chasing riders across the country from the passenger seat helped create a common bond. Find his story and an astounding set of images here...

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Baja Divide Pt. 1: Tales from the Cape Loop

Evan Christenson — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:58:39 +0000

In his first report from the storied Baja Divide route, Evan Christenson returns to Mexico's Baja California peninsula to seek answers to questions that have lingered since he first rode it two years ago. As he rides, he gets swept into a sea of other characters with unique stories, perspectives, and questions of their own. Get to know some of them here...

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Georgia in High Contrast

Guest — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:00:40 +0000

Contrasting his experiences of bikepacking back home in South Africa with a recent trip to the Republic of Georgia to ride our Caucasus Crossing route, this piece from Johan Wahl shares how a meaningful chance encounter helped him see the beauty in the unfamiliar. Read it here, paired with an enchanting gallery of images from both countries...

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An Unlikely Rider’s 2023 HuRaCaN 300 Journey

Guest — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 13:14:39 +0000

Following her successful finish of the 2023 HuRaCaN 300 in Florida earlier this month, Cathy Niebauer reflected on how being immersed in a bikepacking event enabled her to shed her other identities and fully tune in to the experience. Find her recap of the event and thoughts on participating as an atypical ultra-endurance rider here, paired with a set of photos from David Childers...

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Fear: The Mind Games We Play

Guest — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:03:27 +0000

To wrap up a few years of living in New Zealand, photographer Tom Powell headed out for one final bikepacking trip through a remote region of the South Island. In this story, he recounts the role fear played in shaping his experiences before his ride and while he was on the trail, for better or for worse. Read it here, paired with a fantastic set of images...

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Shaking up the Kaleidoscope: On Appreciating and Letting Go

Josh Meissner — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:07:38 +0000

Not every journey ends when you get back home, as Joshua Meissner discovered upon his return from a solitary tour around Scandinavia in 2021. Settle in for a thoughtful reflection on the twists and turns that followed his journey and a set of photos from the vast north here…

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Rain or Shine: The 2023 Komoot Women’s GranGuanche Rally

Guest — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 12:01:57 +0000

Following the inaugural Komoot Women's Rally on the GranGuanche route earlier this month, Mia Altieri reports in with her impressions from the week-long ride around Spain's spectacular Canary Islands with a group of 40 other women. Find her story with a warm and airy gallery of images here...

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Island of 1,000 Smiles: Cortes, Quadra, and Back

Miles Arbour — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:07:42 +0000

Last fall, Miles set off on a last-minute overnighter between three islands off the coast of British Columbia. With nothing more than ferry schedules as his guide, he savored the trip’s slow pace and took time to engage with friendly locals. Find photos, route details, and a reflection from his ride here...

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To Ride it all Back: Bikepacking Mexico in Three Parts

Evan Christenson — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 13:28:46 +0000

Following a meandering two-month bikepacking journey around Mexico, Evan Christenson shares a series of journal entries and a wide-ranging mix of photos from three states. Find his visual diary and reflections on the many people and places he encountered while pedaling across Oaxaca, Chiapas, and Yucatán here...

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From Strangers to Friends on the European Divide Trail

Guest — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 13:03:18 +0000

When Jacob Martin couldn't find anyone to join him for his three-month ride of the European Divide Trail, he committed to setting out on the 4,700-mile route on his own. As luck would have it, he met a fellow bikepacker on the very first day, and the pair navigated the entirety of the route together. See Jacob's story of finding friendship on the trail and a lovely set of 35mm film photos here...

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Atlas Mountain Race 2022: Painting an Ultra Picture

Guest — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:13:06 +0000

Returning to Morocco to participate in the Atlas Mountain Race for a second time last year, photographer Michael Drummond was intent on taking time to fill in the gaps from his previous experience of rushing along the 1,170-kilometer route. Find his story of slowing down to paint a clearer and more vibrant picture of the country and an expansive gallery of images here...

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Good Night 2022: A Slow Ride with Fast Friends

Virginia Krabill — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 13:09:04 +0000

On Virginia and Logan's Good Night 2022 campout, they head north through the Mitla Valley to take in some beautiful dirt roads, a chef's farm-to-table restaurant, an amazing art museum, and the best coco de cremas in the area. Learn more about their route and find some suggestions for how to make group rides welcoming and fun here...

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Just to Be with You: A Father-Daughter Ride on the Divide

Guest — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 12:36:36 +0000

Last summer, Flint Zeigler and his 13-year-old daughter Scarlet took on the full length of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, spending 42 days pedaling from Canada to Mexico. Along the way, they strengthened their minds, bodies, and bond with each other. Find a reflection on their ride and what the experience meant to them here...

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The Climb By Which All Others Will Be Judged

Cass Gilbert — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 12:39:56 +0000

As an end-of-the-year biking finale, Cass and Sage set their sights on the rugged and imposing Sierra Norte, the high country in which they both love to camp. This time, however, they’d pedal all the way up from their front door, ascending into the misty heavens with the power of their minds, a dozen memelas, 32 marshmallows, Imagine Dragons, two RC cars, and a Magic Bungee. And they ask: What was your first monster climb? The one that made you realise what you and your bicycle were capable of? Read their story here...

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Bikepacking Through Time: A Journey in Rephotography

Guest — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 12:59:21 +0000

After discovering an old box of photographs depicting her late grandfather's childhood and teenage years in France, Laura Guillet embarked on a tour around the country to seek out the locations where the images were captured. Find the story of her pedal-powered travels back in time in search of a better understanding of her grandfather and his life here...

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Across Andes 2022: Cynthia Frazier Wins in 68 Hours

Guest — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 12:35:29 +0000

Cynthia Frazier set a blazing-fast new women's record at this year's 1,000-kilometer Across Andes race in Chile, finishing the route in just over 68 hours. Journalist Taneika Duhaney caught up with her following the event to learn more about her preparation, her experiences on the course, and her future aspirations. Read more and find a fantastic photoset here...

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Dead Roads and Ribs for Bears

Guest — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:36:04 +0000

Written as a reflection on a failed first attempt to piece together the Chauga River Ramble bikepacking route through South Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, this refreshing piece from Tanner Arrington offers a glimpse into the unglamorous world of route creation. Read it here, paired with a moody gallery of black-and-white images from photographer Jess Peri...

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Tour de Kook: An Australian Surfpacking Adventure

Guest — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:40:14 +0000

After their van's engine blew out and left them with no way of continuing their nomadic life along Australia's East Coast, Ruby Woodruff and her partner built a makeshift trailer and rack and continued their surfing adventure by bike. Find Ruby's story of their haphazard journey and a fun 30-minute video documenting their experiences here...

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The Perks of Not Racing an Ultra Event: 2022 GranGuanche Audax Trail

Guest — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:27:16 +0000

Last month, 24 riders set off on an 800-kilometer self-supported ride across the Canary Islands. Among the finishers was Katrien Sanders, who settled into a more leisurely pace compared to the fastest riders but still completed the ride in under five days. Find her story and a beautiful selection of photos by Matteo Minelli here...

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White Laggan November Odyssey

Guest — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:04:45 +0000

Not wanting to let the grey and wet of winter keep them from enjoying time spent outside, Marcus Nicolson and friends headed off on a trip in search of White Laggan Bothy in southwest Scotland last month. Find their story weekend adventure that featured a swampy obstacle course and an unexpected encounter with other bikepackers here...

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The Quietest Road: A Tale of a Bazillion Punctures

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:09:13 +0000

Cass heads out for an overnighter with visiting bike travellers and celebrates the rich variety of pedalling machines that are always passing through town. He considers the dubious merits of the fabled Pan-American Highway, and wonders… how many punctures does it take to ride the quietest road?

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What is Gum? Pedaling and Pondering in the Mediterranean

Guest — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:33:01 +0000

While touring across Albania, Greece, Italy, and Spain, Henley Phillips found some space amid a busy year to consider a handful of life's big (and small) questions. Find his story of riding toward resolution while remembering to slow down and enjoy the present moment here, plus a vivid gallery of photos from around the Mediterranean...

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Rising Water: Inside the Atlas Mountain Race 2022

Guest — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:03:22 +0000

On the heels of the second edition of the Atlas Mountain Race in Morocco last month, organizer Nelson Trees put together a candid and gripping behind-the-scenes look at some of the most dramatic moments and highlights of the race. Find his unique perspective here, paired with a brilliant set of images from photographer Ariel Wojciechowski...

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Excursions in Etla With Sage

Cass Gilbert — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:45:39 +0000

Bikepackers are often drawn to the challenge of riding from Oaxaca’s rugged sierras to the pounding surf of the Pacific coast. But staying within its more mild-mannered valleys can be just as appealing, especially for family rides. Cass and his son Sage head out into the Valle de Elta, where dirt roads, experiential learning, and culinary delights await...

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The Long Game: Huw Oliver on the 2022 GBDURO

Guest — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:57:41 +0000

Over the summer, Huw Oliver finished first in the 2022 edition of GBDURO, a 2,000-kilometer self-supported race across Great Britain between Land's End and John o' Groats. Along the way, he found a deeper connection to ultra-racing and his home country while barreling across its diverse landscapes. Find his story and a gorgeous selection of images here...

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Bikepacking Lanzarote: Chasing Shadows in the Badlands

Guest — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:45:25 +0000

Early this year, Rachel Walker and the crew from Vetra Bikes in Berlin escaped the cold and grey on a 10-day bikepacking journey through the spectacular volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote, one of Spain's Canary Islands. Find a story from their travels through time and across the island's many craters, caves, and cliffs here...

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2022 Rhino Run Report: Updates from Days 5-8

Guest — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:54:32 +0000

The Rhino Run is a 2,750-kilometer bikepacking race across South Africa and Namibia, and our friend Jesse Carlsson from Curve Cycling has been on the ground following the race with photographer Rae Trew-Browne. Find their second and final update from the race here, spanning from day five through the dramatic moment when the first rider crossed the finish line...

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Jefe Branham Wins AZT800 + Week Two Update

Guest — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:47:42 +0000

As the riders of the 2022 Arizona Trail Race (AZTR) hit the two-week mark, Jefe Branham has set a new singlespeed record on the 800-mile route, Andy Wentzel took second place, and over half of the riders have scratched from the race. After tracking down racers on the north half of the route, find Wyatt Spalding's second report here...

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