Adventures in Bikepacking - Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru
In 2019 Olivia and Jeff cycled thousands of kilometers through dirt, mud, and cobblestones exploring South America by bike.
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5DEV Shredville Mounts: $199 to Exploit Leadville's Drop-Bar Ban
5DEV's $199 Shredville Mounts add road hoods to MTB bars—a clever Leadville loophole for aero gains without drop bars. Worth it for time-chasers only.
Silca's $36 Mattone Web Prioritizes Stability Over Storage
Silca's $36 Mattone Web saddle bag uses a Boa closure and stability strap to eliminate rattle. Great for minimalists, tight on capacity.
Mullet Drivetrains Go Standard on Mondraker's Updated Arid Gravel Bikes
Mondraker's 2027 Arid gravel bike gets a lighter fork, mullet drivetrains, and size-specific bars. Here's what matters and who should skip it.
Canyon Exceed CFR Gravel: A Factory-Built Drop-Bar Hardtail for Ultra-Distance Racing
Canyon's Exceed CFR now comes in drop-bar and flat-bar builds. The gravel version runs a custom 60mm Fox fork for bikepacking races. €4,000-€6,000.