Home Sweet Home - bikepacking and paragliding adventure in the Alps
Can one really feel the adventure without going too far? Like a “backyard explorer”, I did a 3 weeks bike and fly trip, never venturing more than 60 km from my home.
Can one really feel the adventure without going too far? Like a “backyard explorer”, I did a 3 weeks bike and fly trip, never venturing more than 60 km from my home.
Pearl Izumi's PI/Red kit uses compression, sweat-activated cooling, and infrared-blocking fabric. Does the material tech justify the investment for summer miles?
Aeroscale's Wasted Watts Tracker promises real-time aero data on the road. At $1,899, it's cheaper than a wind tunnel—if the self-calibration claims hold up.
Rimpact's £230 gravel fork mass damper adds 400g to delay impact peaks. It's not actually damped, sits below suspension on the comfort list, and needs big bumps to work.
The Rose Hobo is a €1,300 steel gravel bike with an integrated front rack, CUES drivetrain, and enough versatility for commutes or weekend trips—if 5 kg is enough.