MTB
Bikepacking the Valhalla Beach Party
This video is from a fatbike bikepacking trip in Northern Wisconsin. This is from an overnight route called the Valhalla Beach Party. Route
Bags & EDC
Silca Gravelero Mini Pump
Silca’s Tattico pump is a great mini pump for road riding, the new Silca Gravelero Mini Pump builds on the beloved design and boasts 35% more air volume for bigger tires. It’s made of aluminum, has a retractable hose and a thumb-lock chuck for both Schrader and Presta
Bags & EDC
The Longest Night - A Winter Ride on the Highland Trail 550
In December 2021, Annie attempted to ride the Highland Trail 550 route in Scotland. If successful, she would be the first person to complete the route’s 550 rugged miles in winter. More importantly, she was fundraising for Glasgow-based charity Bike For Good. This bikepacking challenge took her on a
Bags & EDC
3 Day Solo Bikepacking Across the Oregon High Desert
The Central Oregon Backcountry Explorer is a route that traverses some of the finest country in Central Oregon and the Ochoco Mountains.
Culture & Opinion
Bikepacking the EWS
Eric Olsen is racing his first elite EWS season, however, he’s doing things a little differently from his competitors. Along with a close friend, Dan Perl, from his home in Bellingham, USA, Eric is bike touring from one race to the next. Being completely self-sufficient throughout the aptly named
Gear Reviews
Lezyne: Pocket Torque Drive is Small Enough to Bring Along
Lezyne’s new Pocket Torque Drive is a small, lightweight torque wrench with classic Lezyne styling and plenty of functionality. The wrench packs up neatly into a compact, molded EVA case and comes equipped with six hardened steel bits, 2.5, 3, 4, 5 MM hex bits and T20, T25
Culture & Opinion
Inside JPaks - A Conversation with Joe Tonsager
In this video we sit down with Joe of JPaks. After a major health setback last March, Joe has been as busy as ever, making custom bags for his Colorado customers and beyond. After three years in a tiny basemen space, Joe just upgraded to a larger space. Neil took
MTB
Bikepacking Golden Gate Canyon State Park
Ever since I got back from bikepacking the Peaks & Plateaus route in Moab, Utah last month, I’ve been itching to get back out. A sub-24 hour overnighter presented itself over Easter weekend so I texted Neil if he knew of any good spots.. and he jumped in on
Gear Reviews
2022 April Fools’ Day Cycling Roundup
2022 April Fools’ Day has a been a strong one in the world of cycling, here’s the best I’ve found. Revelate Designs Hawt Pocket In 2012, Revelate Designs became my first sponsor. Over the past decade, they’ve been innovating bikepacking bag design to keep me out longer—
Culture & Opinion
Win a Custom Set of "F*%k Putin" Bike Packing Bags
Raise money for The British Red Cross Society because Ukraine needs help Now! Win a Custom Set of ‘F*%k Putin’ Bike Packing Bags – and raise money for The British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal Brick Lane Bikes and Dyed in the Wool have designed a series of custom bags
Gear Reviews
The HydraPak Cenote Reservoir is Made in Colorado
Always looking for opportunities to rep Colorado brands! Crafted in Colorado, the new Cenote reservoir features a durable and impact resistant cap and ergonomic handle for easy filing and transport. The non-kinking HydraFlex tube and self-sealing Phaser valve deliver high flow hydration when you need it most. The 3L hydration
Culture & Opinion
Fire & Ice - A Bikepacking Trip Across Iceland
I want to replicate this trip so bad… What an incredible ride through absolutely stunning landscapes. In 2021, I decided to mountain bike through the interior of Iceland, from north-coast to south-coast, wild-camping along the way. I stuffed my bags with camera gear and camping kit, leaving little space for