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Chasing Highs: Unpacking the Dreaded Post-Trip Blues

Miles Arbour — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:43:19 +0000

The story is all too familiar: you have a week of riding bikes and camping under the stars, with limited responsibilities and everyday problems, but once the trip is over, returning to a regular routine is difficult. To help dissect what’s commonly called the “post-trip blues,” Miles reflects on his experience and speaks with several professionals and fellow bikepackers to gather their perspectives…

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An Interview with Alex Kowalski (Video)

Neil Beltchenko — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:10:09 +0000

In Neil's latest video, fresh off the Monumental Loop, he takes an extended pit stop with single-speed ultra-racer Alex Kowalski for an in-depth chat about his cycling history and future plans. For more on Neil's latest interview, dive into all the details below...

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Our Pledge to Readers

Lucas Winzenburg — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:45:07 +0000

In an online landscape crowded with shortcuts, sponsored influence, and machine-made content, we’ve long believed our readers deserve better. This seven-point pledge reflects on our platform’s 15-year history and pulls back the curtain on how BIKEPACKING.com operates and the principles we refuse to compromise as we continue building this resource for the long haul. Read it here...

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Ride Together, Stand Together: Cyclists United for Alex Pretti

Lucas Winzenburg — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:45:25 +0000

Over the weekend, tens of thousands of cyclists came together for memorial group rides in honor of ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was killed by federal agents in Minneapolis on January 24. There were gatherings in some 300 cities around the globe, spanning more than 15 countries and nearly every state. Find moving photo galleries and heartfelt reflections from riders at a dozen events here...

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Good Night 2025 Roundup: Community Campouts (Part 2)

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:25:18 +0000

Our third and final roundup of Good Night 2025 campouts spotlights a medley of reader getaways in Japan, Scotland, New Zealand, Germany, Canada, Belgium, and various corners of the United States. Find reflections from 10 readers who closed out 2025 with a bikepacking overnighter here...

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2026 Fat Pursuit: A Winter Odyssey on Bikes, Skis, and Foot

Eddie Clark — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 12:53:23 +0000

With frost, grit, and a handful of firsts, the 2026 Fat Pursuit featured minus-degree starts, fresh snow, and a brand-new 30K distance. Find details about Katie Strempke and John Phelps powering through the 200K, meet the event’s first adaptive cyclist, and relive the ramen-fueled checkpoints and Dr. Seuss trees of Two Top Mountain in a brilliant photo gallery by Eddie Clark...

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Good Night 2025 Roundup: Community Campouts (Part 1)

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:37:41 +0000

Looking back at another successful Good Night Campout, we share a handpicked selection of our favorite overnight getaways shared by readers in New Zealand, Brazil, Portugal, the United States, Türkiye, the Philippines, and beyond. Find our first roundup of colorful and captivating mini reports from nights under the stars here...

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Good Night 2025 Roundup: Editors and Friends

Logan Watts — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:47:05 +0000

With the Good Night Campout wrapped and a new year underway, we’re thrilled to share that hundreds joined our sixth year-end overnighter. To reflect on these good times, three of our editors and five friends put together recaps of their rides. Find standout photos and mini-stories from Mexico, New Mexico, Canada, Poland, New Zealand, and beyond here...

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Our 12 Most Popular Articles and Routes of 2025

Logan Watts — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:31:09 +0000

In 2025, we published over 1,300 articles and nearly 50 original bikepacking route guides spanning some 20,000 kilometers (12,500 miles). To further dissect this compendium of useful content, we've identified the 12 articles that captured the lion's share of readers' attention and the dozen most popular new bikepacking routes that folks found intriguing, rounding out an incredible year. See it all here...

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Grinds and Gravel: Farewell Coffee

Nic Morales — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:41:48 +0000

With years of experience in both coffee and bikes, Nic finally decided to combine his love of the two in a new series, Grinds and Gravel. Underlining the importance of community and space in the online age, he explores the value of connecting through a sense of place, bikes, and a great cup of coffee. Find the first installment below...

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2025 Bikepacking Awards: Film, Photography, Writing, and Art

Logan Watts — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:36:01 +0000

In the final installment of our 2025 Bikepacking Awards, we celebrate inspiring creators with 35 awards across 10 categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Trip Photography, Best Event Documentation, Best Writing, and more. Dive into our 11th annual roundup to see this year’s standout stories and visuals, and explore the full list of winners here…

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2025 Bikepacking Awards: People and Routes

Logan Watts — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:27:41 +0000

We’re continuing our 2025 Bikepacking Awards by spotlighting the people who inspired the community this year with standout adventures and meaningful contributions. We’re also highlighting the most compelling bikepacking routes we published in 2025, from quick overnighters to ambitious epics. Dive into the full list of selected riders, routes, and events here…

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Mega Mid South 2025 and the Virtue of Failure

Nic Morales — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:38:52 +0000

After attending the inaugural event last year, Nic returned to Stillwater for Mega Mid South 2025 in search of a different kind of journey. Having experienced the unique sense of community created by those close to the organizing team, this tale of fortune and failure at Mega Mid South goes beyond a race recap…

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Good Night 2025 (December 19-31)

Logan Watts — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:00:19 +0000

Our end-of-year overnighter is back for its sixth consecutive edition! Good Night 2025 invites everyone to slip away for a quiet night under the stars anytime between December 19–31. Read on for how to take part and enter to win one of six prizes, featuring standout bags, racks, and tires from three excellent brands: Rene Herse, Rogue Panda, and Tumbleweed...

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The Problem With N+1

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:03:46 +0000

What’s the right number of bikes to own? Can you really have too many? In his latest piece, Lucas takes a candid look at some of the practical and philosophical problems with always wanting another one. Read his reflection on why less might ultimately be more and add your voice to the conversation here...

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Calling All Readers: We Need Your Support!

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:45:34 +0000

Facing an uncertain future, we’re calling on all of our readers to help us preserve this unparalleled resource and chart a sustainable path ahead. If you’re a regular visitor, please consider joining the Bikepacking Collective to support our work as a member today. Find an important update and learn about the value we offer our backers for as little as $3.25 per month here...

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Bikes of Bespoked Dresden 2025: Attendee Edition

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:37:00 +0000

Wrapping up our coverage of the 2025 Bespoked show in Dresden, Germany, we turn our lens toward the visitors who attended, highlighting an eclectic sampling of the everyday bikes we saw throughout the weekend. For a change of pace, explore a diverse gallery of portraits of around 30 people and their bikes here...

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High Velocity Research: A Trash Metal Framebuilding Competition

Guest — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 11:32:58 +0000

This summer, a group of friends met in Dresden with the task of building a bike from scrap parts within two months and then ‘racing’ it in three short events in the forest. The idea was to create a more punk rock gathering ahead of Bespoked, inspired by the English Bike Hack Derby. Find a recap of the inaugural High Velocity Research Trash Metal Framebuilding Competition and loads of photos here...

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2025 Arkansas High Country Race: Who To Watch

Guest — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:48:24 +0000

With the 2025 Arkansas High Country Race kicking off tomorrow morning, six-time AHCR participant Aaron Arnzen is kicking off our coverage with a detailed look at the race's history, notable records, and some names you should keep an eye on as the race unfolds. Dive into all the details here…

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Le Pilgrimage: Stories of our Journeys

Guest — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:35:35 +0000

Pilgrimage, not podiums. Le Pilgrimage trades finish times for shared meals, tough stages, and the stories riders carry home—Galibier-level grit by day, long-table camaraderie by night. Meet the “Pilgrims,” hear why community beats competition, and feel how a hard ride becomes a lasting tale.

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Fill in the Map is Back!

Daniel Jessee — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:40:51 +0000

Our Fill in the Map Local Overnighter Challenge is back for 2025, and we're calling on our world wide community of talented readers to share their favorite curated routes. We've partnered with Rockgeist, Teravail, and Wolf Tooth Components to offer some fantastic prizes for the best route submissions! Dig into all the details here...

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Waiting and Chasing at the 2025 Trans North Georgia Adventure

Guest — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:39:26 +0000

Photographer Jonny Ramirez followed the 2025 Trans North Georgia Adventure (TNGA) with a camera in hand, waiting in spots along the route to capture all the action. In this look back, Jonny shares his experience documenting the race and a stunning collection of photos. Read on below...

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Building Momentum Bikepacking: Making Space in the Kootenays

Guest — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:34:19 +0000

Building Momentum Bikepacking is a newly established project by Moe Nadeau of Nelson, British Columbia, that aims to provide an inclusive space for women and non-binary people to learn about and access bikepacking. Find a short video, photos, and a recap from their inaugural workshop and overnighter here...

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The Beauty of Not Pedaling

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:26:39 +0000

Riding is all about movement, but on a recent getaway, Lucas discovered a fresh appreciation for the simple joys of coming to a complete stop. In this short piece, he recounts an enchanting break spent basking in the company of ravens, wildflowers, nighthawks, and golden evening light. Read it here...

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How Important is the MADE Bike Show? (MADE 2025)

Logan Watts — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:38:23 +0000

In his closing video from MADE, Neil poses a simple question with big implications: "What does this show mean to you?" Watch the finale to hear candid answers from 20 builders spotlighting community, craft, and momentum behind handmade bikes and where the bike world goes next…

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MADE 2025 on Video: The Most Hated Bike Standards

Logan Watts — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:15:56 +0000

At MADE last week, Neil left the camera rolling for a rapid-fire round. In this video, he found out which bike industry standards builders most hate and which they love. The answers ranged from unexpectedly passionate to hilariously predictable, revealing just how personal standards are in framebuilding. Watch it here...

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MADE 2025 on Video: The Most Interesting Finds (Part 2)

Logan Watts — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:03:22 +0000

In our final official video from the 2025 MADE Bike Show, Neil continues his deep dive into the venue to connect with component and accessory makers. Highlights include new releases from Ultradynamico, Wren, and Velo Orange, plus a closer look at a few of the most eye-catching bikes from the show floor. Watch it here...

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The Road to MADE: Is it Worth the Cost?

Miles Arbour — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:42:25 +0000

Countless variables determine the cost of exhibiting at tradeshows, including travel, entry fees, booth setup, and, in the case of MADE, the creation of show-worthy bicycles. We wanted to hear from the builders absorbing these expenses to answer the ultimate question, "Is it worth it?" The Road to MADE shares perspectives from 20 brands at the 2025 MADE bike show, shedding some light on the realities of attending…

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Rigs of the 2025 MADE Bike Show: Attendee Edition

Miles Arbour — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:39:08 +0000

During this year's MADE bike show, we thought it would be fun to highlight a selection of intriguing attendee bikes, so we set up outside the bike valet area and collected rider and rig portraits and details from nearly 40 people. Read on to explore the incredibly diverse Rigs of the 2025 MADE Bike Show: Attendee Edition...

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MADE 2025 on Video: The Most Interesting Finds (Part 1)

Logan Watts — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:10:00 +0000

For our fifth video in the MADE 2025 on Video series, Neil takes a closer look at the component and accessory side of the show, featuring fresh Swift Industries colorways, a deep dive into 3D printing with Ogle Designs, and a chat with the winner of the Ozark Doom Ultra, and more. Watch it here…

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Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 (Part 1)

Miles Arbour — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:55:41 +0000

The MADE show is back for its third year, dishing up three days of stunning handmade bicycles, bike culture, and more, in Portland, Oregon. The event opens to the public today, and we’re launching into our coverage with a roundup of six gorgeous bicycles from Rare Earth Cycle Craft, Monē Bikes, Moots, and Bantam Cycles here…

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Has Marketing Ruined Bikes?

Nic Morales — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:28:20 +0000

After reading “The Rough-Stuff Fellowship Archive” from Isola Press, Nic had a long, hard think about what the kinds of adventures depicted mean to him. Featuring images from the earliest days of off-road riding, the book provided fertile ground for Nic to analyze how modern cycling is presented, its impact on the development and progression of the industry, and more. He asks one simple question: Has marketing ruined bikes? Dive in below to find out…

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The Good Nurse: An Interview with Justinas Leveika

Guest — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 11:18:13 +0000

With many big wins and an unwaveringly positive spirit, Lithuanian ultra-distance racer Justinas Leveika is a beloved figure in the bikepacking world. While pedaling alongside him at a handful of events, Ryan Le Garrec stitched together an eclectic interview from the saddle that helps unearth some of Justinas' history, motivations, and ambitions. Read it with photos here...

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The Stand: An Origin Story

Guest — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:23:32 +0000

In "The Stand," Tanner Arrington explores the concept of origin stories and delves deep into the saga of how receiving a basic repair stand as a teenager ignited a lifelong love of bicycles and altered his way of engaging with the world. Read his fascinating tale of appreciation, passion, and connection here...

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When We Get Komooted

Josh Meissner — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:20:02 +0000

Following the sale of the popular route-planning platform Komoot to private equity, Josh Meissner examines the troubling mechanics of the community-powered service beyond its friendly brand image. Using Komoot as an example, he explores the broken relationship between corporate capital and our communities. Amid the tension, discover a way forward that’s available to all of us...

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Across Eurasia: Inside Sofiane Sehili’s World-Record Attempt

Guest — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:59:23 +0000

Ultra-distance racer Sofiane Sehili is currently three weeks into his world record attempt for the fastest bicycle crossing of Eurasia. Contributor Ryan Le Garrec caught up with Sofiane before his departure to gain a better understanding of his motivations and outlook. Learn about Sofiane’s cycling origin story and follow his ride here…

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Faces of the 2025 Tour Divide

Eddie Clark — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:17:58 +0000

To wrap up his most ambitious Tour Divide coverage to date, photographer Eddie Clark brings a fresh perspective to the 2025 edition with a series of rider portraits. Shot with intention and restraint—using tight, square-cropped headshots composed in-camera—this visual essay captures the raw humanity of 16 riders who finished this monumental event. Here's the gallery and the story behind the images...

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Tracing the 2025 Tour Divide (Part 2): A Measure of Discomfort

Eddie Clark — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:44:02 +0000

In his second report from the frontlines of the 2025 Tour Divide, photographer Eddie Clark shares a personal and reflective account from the southern leg of the route, where fast finishes, shifting strategies, and haunting memories all come into focus. From dodging lightning storms on Tyrone Ridge to capturing emotional portraits in the Gila, Eddie’s lens follows the spirit and struggle of this year’s riders as they push through the final miles of a monumental journey.

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Mountain Cat 100: More Than Just A Race

Nic Morales — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:30:22 +0000

The Mountain Cat 100 is an annual race held in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. With a plethora of world-class and pirate trails, the event spotlights an East Coast mountain biking hub brimming with inspiration for others to take home. In his quest to uncover what sits at the core of one of the most exciting underground races in the country, Nic found more than just speed and trail magic...

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Tracing the 2025 Tour Divide (Part 1): Fast Tracks and Friendships

Eddie Clark — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 19:03:28 +0000

Photographer Eddie Clark is out in the thick of the 2025 Tour Divide, documenting what’s shaping up to be the fastest race in the event’s 16-year history. In his first report, he shares stories from the trail, stunning images, and reflections on the people, places, and politics encountered from Banff to the Basin. Catch up on the action—and the moments in between—in his captivating Week 1 photo essay...

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2025 Tour Divide Preview: Who to Watch, Weather, and More

Eszter Horanyi — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:43:46 +0000

The 2025 Tour Divide is right around the corner, and it's shaping up to be one of the most exciting dot-watching editions yet! To kick things off, we compiled a comprehensive preview with everything you need to follow along. From weather outlooks to notable route changes, find the latest updates for this year's race. Plus, we look at the top contenders to follow in both the men's and women's fields. Dive into all the details here…

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An Introduction to Sufur Cycles: Forged Through Trial and Triumph

Miles Arbour — Wed, 28 May 2025 13:55:17 +0000

After making bikes for himself for a decade, Rufus Wenlock of New Zealand has officially announced the launch of his custom framebuilding business, Süfur Cycles. Learn more about Rufus, his designs, and the Tour Divide-ready bike he just made for Joe Nation here...

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True Cargo Bikepacking: An Interview with Erik Binggeser (Video)

Logan Watts — Tue, 06 May 2025 14:38:33 +0000

In his latest video, Neil catches up with Erik Binggeser, also known as Truemarmalade, to hear about his experiences of cargo-bikepacking many thousands of miles around the U.S. and chat over the decked-out Omnium Titanium Cargo he uses to do so. Watch it here...

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A Bespoked Apocalypse

Nic Morales — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:51:18 +0000

As the event's newest addition, the 2025 Bespoked Manchester Apocalypse Build-Off challenged participants to envision and create a bike fit for surviving the end of the world. With the industry itself seemingly on the brink of destruction, this reflection on the showcase and weekend offers an insight into much more than just the bikes...

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Is the Bike Industry Tariff-ied? (Video)

Neil Beltchenko — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:26:53 +0000

Two weeks ago at the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, we asked nearly everyone we interviewed whether tariffs were already affecting their business—or if they expected them to in the coming months. Hear a broad range of perspectives and find out what we learned in Neil's latest video here...

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Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2025 (Part 5)

Logan Watts — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:07:32 +0000

In our fifth video from the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Neil highlights some of the more unexpected finds from this year’s expo. From SPD sandals and new GPS head units to unique full-suspension bikes and innovative tire inserts, there’s no shortage of fresh and unusual gear in our final round of coverage. Watch it here...

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One Gear at Doom 2025: The Singlespeed Story

Guest — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:45:51 +0000

Why would anyone want to race a bikepacking event without gears? In our final report from Doom 2025, Aaron Arnzen examines the ever-growing singlespeed division and reports on how this year's gearless riders fared in extremely difficult conditions. Read on for the Doom 2025 singlespeed story with a gallery from Kai Caddy here...

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Bike Camp 2025: A New Hope

Nic Morales — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:22:36 +0000

After the success of their non-profit bike shop concept in Knoxville, Tennessee, Two Bikes Chattanooga set out to take their community-driven approach a step further. Debuting this year, Bike Camp is a gathering of like-minded people in the American Southeast that endeavors more than just your average bike-oriented gathering. For more on Nic's journey to Bike Camp 2025, read on below…

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Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2025 (Part 4)

Miles Arbour — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:34:54 +0000

In our fourth video from the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Neil takes a look at the category-bending Sage Droptimator, the freshly announced Teravail wheel and tire lineup, new products from Spurcycle, Vittoria's "gravel terrain score," and more. Watch it here...

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2025 Sea Otter Finds (Part 4): Weird Trends, New Gravel Tech, Comfy Grips, and More

Logan Watts — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:34:05 +0000

Wrapping up our roundup coverage of the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Logan highlights over 20 additional finds from the show, including a drop-bar mountain bike from Sage, Cotic's new look, inverted forks, the gravel tire bonanza, fresh tools and accessories, apparel for all, and more. Find it all and catch up on our earlier installments here...

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Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2025 (Part 3)

Miles Arbour — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:49:29 +0000

In our third video from the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Neil checks out a new gearbox transmission from Praxis, the new Norco Search, a beautiful steel full-suspension trail bike, and much more. Watch it here…

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2025 Sea Otter Finds (Part 3): New Norco Search, Praxis Gear Box, Nano Shock Pump, and More

Logan Watts — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:51:58 +0000

In the third installment of our 2025 Sea Otter Classic coverage, we rounded up 14 more interesting finds, including an impressive Rodeo Labs Flaanimal build, the all-new Norco Search, a wild gear box by Praxis, the best backcountry meals we've tried, Low-fi Steve, the smallest shock pump possible, a bunch of electronic mini-pumps, and much more...

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Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2025 (Part 2)

Miles Arbour — Sat, 12 Apr 2025 20:50:24 +0000

In part two of our Sea Otter 2025 video coverage, Neil checks out what’s new from Tailfin and Old Man Mountain, Aaron from Stinner talks about scaling his business, and we catch up with a few other brands that dropped new products. Watch it here...

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2025 Sea Otter Finds (Part 2): A QBP Tall Bike, New 350 DEG Hubs, Truemarmalade, and More

Logan Watts — Sat, 12 Apr 2025 13:45:48 +0000

In our second feature installment from the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Logan rounds up plenty more bikes and gear, including an ATB from Forbidden, a new logo for Tailfin, a new lightweight monocular, a White Rim-inspired drop-bar mountain bike, and much more. Dive in here...

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Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2025 (Part 1)

Miles Arbour — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:22:36 +0000

Following our first written roundup of some of the most interesting bikes and gear from the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Neil shares his video recap of day one, including stunning new bikes, fresh bike tech, and more. Watch it here...

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2025 Sea Otter Finds (Part 1): Redshift Topshelf Flat, Stinner, Ultimate Machine, and More

Logan Watts — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:00:01 +0000

On the opening day of the 2025 Sea Otter Classic, Logan and Neil roamed the sprawling expo grounds, weaving through a labyrinth of brands, catching up with old friends, and uncovering interesting bikes and gear. This first roundup includes a first look at new bags from Restrap, a beautiful Haute/Cane Creek collaboration, Stinner’s stunning new hardtail, the Redshift Top Shelf Flat Bar, the latest grips and saddles from Ergon, a revamped Spurcycle Tool, and plenty more. Dive into the full photo gallery and field notes here...

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The Blind Bikepacker

Evan Christenson — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:26:53 +0000

Aly Winkler, now four years past her diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa, an eye degeneration disease, is still out there chasing her dreams of seeing the world before the lights go out. Evan Christenson caught up with her for two weeks of pedaling together through the rolling hills and glaciated peaks of Patagonia. Read on to discover Aly’s truly inspiring story…

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The Story of The Monumental Loop: History, Land, and Community

Miles Arbour — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:36:05 +0000

This winter, Miles, Emily, Joe, and Willie traveled south to Las Cruces, New Mexico, in search of sunshine, warmer temperatures, and the Monumental Loop. They found great riding and a local cycling community that has rallied around the route, creating the backbone for one of their most memorable bikepacking experiences yet. To help share the magic that is the Monumental Loop, Miles takes us on a deep dive into the history of the route, the land, and the community that makes the route what it is...

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Are Our Cycling Routes and Public Lands in Danger?

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:29:55 +0000

Are our cycling routes and public lands in danger? Last Wednesday morning, Neil woke up to some troubling news that hit close to home. In our latest video, he explores the issue and sits down with his local county commissioner to unpack the challenges facing public lands under the new administration with staffing cuts and the recently introduced Productive Public Lands Act. Watch it and learn what you can do here...

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Philly Bike Expo 2025: Bikes, Booths, and Builders (Part 3)

Nic Morales — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:51:37 +0000

In our third and final installment of Philly Bike Expo 2025 coverage, we take a look at some truly magnificent framebuilders and bikes, including builds from Brian Chapman, Peter Weigle, and Stephen Wood. Plus, find some exciting new products from Velo Orange, Stan's, and others here...

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Philly Bike Expo 2025: Bikes, Booths, and Builders (Part 2)

Nic Morales — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:35:09 +0000

In the second installment of our Philly Bike Expo 2025 coverage, Nic takes to the show floor to highlight more interesting new custom bikes, components, and accessories. Dig into his second batch of finds here, featuring stunning work from Wake Robin Cycles, King Fabrications, Memento Cycles, and more...

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