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How I Rebuilt My Lightweight Layering System

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:27:27 +0000

After years of trying various techniques and packing styles, Neil shares the latest version of his layering system. For an in-depth breakdown of every element of his lightweight, all-weather-oriented kit, watch the video below...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear and More of 2025 (Winter)

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:15:15 +0000

Concluding our 2025 Editor’s Dozen series, bundle up and dig into fall/winter favorites, featuring several cold-weather gear standouts that include a Minnesota-made Polartec hat, stealthy winter boots, smart repair tricks, camera upgrades, and a do-all fat bike. Plus, find a little reminder to take care of yourself when the temps drop and to-do lists grow...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear and More of 2025

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:43:11 +0000

For his 2025 Editor’s Dozen, Lucas looks back at a whirlwind year characterized by a “less but better” approach and highlights a mishmash of mostly old and some new favorites. From pennies or less to ultra-premium, find his most-loved bags, bikes, apps, places, boats, foods, and more here...

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Best Rain Pants for Bikepacking: Top Seven Options Compared

Miles Arbour — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:44:59 +0000

Following last winter's rain jacket roundup, we've been on the hunt for equivalent rain pants that are packable, dependable, and suitable for wet-weather riding. We tested some of the top cycling-specific rain pants from Albion, 7mesh, Patagonia, PEdALED, and other brands to see how they stack up. Find the results and mini-reviews of the best rain pants for bikepacking and off-road touring here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Josh Meissner’s Favorite Gear and More of 2025

Josh Meissner — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:24:31 +0000

In his Editor’s Dozen, Josh highlights a hodgepodge of DIY items, time-tested products, new favorites, and cycling-adjacent formats that brought him more joy in 2025 than any piece of gear could. Read on for his 12 top picks plus one big shift in perspective that defined his year…

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’s Favorite Gear and More of 2025

Cass Gilbert — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:40:40 +0000

For his Editor’s Dozen, an impending bikepacking trip to Colombia has Cass running through his gear with a fine-tooth comb, seeing what makes the cut. Find a tent, a GPS unit, a nut butter knife, and even a three gram bidet, plus personal highlights, favourite tours, bike mods, and more in his wide-ranging list of top picks for 2025…

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Editor’s Dozen: Stephen Fitzgerald’s Favorite Gear and More of 2025

Stephen Fitzgerald — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:43:32 +0000

Contributing editor Stephen Fitzgerald reflects on a year of night riding, wheelies, and big rides with a dozen noteworthy products, ideas, and experiences. Find Stephen's end-of-year 2025 Editors Dozen here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favorite Gear and More of 2025

Miles Arbour — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:42:03 +0000

Reflecting on a year that went by in a flash, Miles and Emily are launching into our year-end Editor's Dozen series with a collection of items and experiences that stood out after a year of riding, route scouting, gear testing, and more. Find their final Editor's Dozen of 2025 here...

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2025 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:39:08 +0000

Kicking off our 2025 Bikepacking Awards, this first installment highlights the gear that left the biggest impression on us over the past year. Dive into our team’s top picks for 53 awards across 11 categories, spanning bikes, components, camping gear, apparel, and more. And don’t miss our “Best in Show” selections from this year’s bike expos...

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Giro Empire SRC Review: The Electric Acid Clipless Test

Nic Morales — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:11:25 +0000

With more gravel-oriented clipless shoes hitting the market in recent years, Nic decided to take a look at the Giro Empire SRC—a revamped version of the brand’s storied VR90 model. After 3,000+ miles, he learned a lot more than just how these clipless shoes performed when attached to a pedal. Read on for the full long-term review and see how they stood up to “feet made of acid”…

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7mesh Guardian Collection and the Guardian Air Jacket: GORE-TEX ePE in Action

Miles Arbour — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 16:00:12 +0000

Part of the new PFAS-free 7mesh Guardian Collection, the 7mesh Guardian Air Jacket is an ultralight waterproof jacket made from Gore-Tex ePE fabric. Find Miles' first impressions after testing a pre-production version on several early-season bikepacking trips and details on the entire Guardian Collection here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2025 (Spring/Summer)

Neil Beltchenko — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 14:04:46 +0000

After a busy first half of the year packed with riding and camping, Neil compiled his latest list of favorite gear for this mid-year Editor's Dozen. From comfort items and tasty camp dinners to bags and surprising gadgets, this collection spotlights standout items from his spring and summer adventures...

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Neil’s Bikepacking Layering System (Video)

Neil Beltchenko — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:44:37 +0000

Ever wonder what to wear while bikepacking? You’re in luck! In this video, Neil shares his bikepacking layering system, including what he wears on the bike, at camp, and in wet or cold conditions. Plus, he highlights key tips to help you plan a layering system for your next adventure. Watch it here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:37:54 +0000

Wrapping up our 2024 Editor’s Dozen posts, Lucas reflects on a busy year brimming with experiences and lessons and tries to pick out 12 things that made a difference. From bikes and bags to coffee, cameras, and a handful of intangible things, explore his complete collection of end-of-year favorites here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Joe Cruz’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Joe Cruz — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 12:13:47 +0000

If gear, clothing, and bikes were chosen purely for function, we’d likely have settled on a uniform list by now, varying only by climate and terrain. Instead, the market fuels our acquisitiveness with minor differences and new standards, shaping a consumerist mindset that feels self-driven. In Joe Cruz’s 2024 Editor’s Dozen, he offers a hopeful alternative: that the gear we choose can also reflect how we imagine and hope a ride will feel. Find his perspective on the topic and a list of 12 takeaways from 2024 here…

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Rain Jackets for Bikepacking: Eight Tested

Miles Arbour — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 13:33:31 +0000

A good rain jacket is a must for those of us determined to ride through less-than-ideal conditions, but finding reliable protection against the elements that's packable, breathable, and suited for the rigors of bikepacking is more challenging than one might think. We tested some of the highest-rated cycling-specific rain jackets from Patagonia, 7Mesh, Pearl Izumi, Maap, Rab, and others. See the results here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:35:52 +0000

Following a year of sharing adventures with his son and friends, Cass Gilbert reflects on some of his standout items and ideas in his 2024 Editor's Dozen. He also offers an update on how his picks from last year have fared up to today. Find new favorites from rides around Mexico, England, France, Colorado, and beyond here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Logan Watts — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:33:10 +0000

To wrap up the year, Logan and Virginia curated their final Editor’s Dozen of 2024—a handpicked collection of 12(+) products, interests, and more that stood out during the fastest year ever on everything from local overnighters to trail rides in the Sierra Norte and Appalachians. Explore the full list here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear and More from 2024

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:19:12 +0000

The season for end-of-year roundups is here! In Neil's 2024 Editor's Dozen, he shares his favorite gear from 2024, tested through the Arizona winter, summer in the Midwest, and countless overnighters and day rides around Colorado. These standout items truly earned their place as gear worth mentioning. Dive in here...

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2024 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:33:04 +0000

In the first chapter of our 2024 Bikepacking Awards, we celebrate the gear that impressed us most this calendar year. Explore our team's top choices across 50 awards in 11 categories, covering standout bikes, components, camping gear, apparel, and more. Plus, check out our "Best in Show" bikes from this year's expos...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2024 (Summer)

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:22:04 +0000

Continuing our mid-year Editor's Dozen series, Lucas rounds up an eclectic mix of 12 pieces of gear that have already made their mark on 2024. Having accompanied him on trips from the deep canyons of Utah to the high mountains of Colorado, find his list of standouts here, which includes camera gear, bags, components, electronics, apparel, and much more...

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Five Ten Trailcross CL Shoes Review: The Benefits of Hiking

Miles Arbour — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:38:19 +0000

The Five Ten Trailcross CL Shoes are clip-in mountain bike shoes optimized for equal comfort on and off the bike. After a year of bikepacking, including two week-long scouting trips in the US, countless trail rides, and too much hike-a-bike, Miles reports on what might be his new favorite clipless mountain bike shoe yet. Find his Five Ten Trailcross CL Shoes review here...

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Shimano GF6 Review

Logan Watts — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 13:09:22 +0000

At the top end of their Gravity Flat lineup, the Shimano GF6 is a flat-pedal shoe for demanding terrain and trails. It features a synthetic leather upper, their new ULTREAD GF outsole, and an improved fit. We’ve been testing a pair for more than 1,500 miles on the rough and tumble trails around Oaxaca, Mexico, for this full review...

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QUOC Gran Tourer XC Lace Review

Joe Cruz — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:31:10 +0000

Today, British footwear brand QUOC announced its new Grand Tourer XC Lace off-road shoe, featuring a carbon midsole and a new grippier TPU tread material. Joe has been testing a pair for the last month. Read on to find out if the QUOC Gran Tourer XC Lace is worth its premium price...

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Da Brim Review: Riding Under Da Brimfluence

Josh Meissner — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:31:02 +0000

It may be the first of April, but sun protection is serious business. After extensive testing in Spain, Josh Meissner shares his experience with Da Brim, a polarizing helmet-mounted visor that casts shade and ignites opinions in equal measure. Read on to learn more about the sexiest cycling accessory under the sun...

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Adidas Five Ten Kestrel Boa Review: Middle Ground

Logan Watts — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 12:42:17 +0000

The Adidas Five Ten Kestrel BOA was completely redesigned with a new look as a “downcountry” shoe last year, blending a stiffer XC-esque construction with burly features from Five Ten’s gravity mountain bike range to find an interesting middle ground. We’ve been testing a pair for several months for this review…

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Flat Pedal Shoes for Cold Weather

Logan Watts — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:30:15 +0000

There seems to be a shortage of flat-pedal mountain bike shoes for cold weather—or mountain weather—and we’re always on the hunt for new options. Prone to cold feet, Logan has found several that work for him over the last few years, some of which might surprise you. Find the list here, plus a few tips for keeping your feet warm...

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Editor’s Dozen: Josh’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Josh Meissner — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 12:32:44 +0000

In our final Editor’s Dozen from 2023, Josh Meissner reflects on 12 highlights that shaped his eventful last year of touring all over Europe. Ranging from practical gear to immaterial inspiration, find his collection of favorites that blur the lines of bikepacking here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Logan Watts — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:28:59 +0000

Rolling over the end-of-year roundups, Logan and Virginia compiled their final Editor’s Dozen of 2023 with a collection of 12 standout favorites from the year. These products proved their mettle, accompanying us on local overnighters, trail rides in the Sierra Norte and the Appalachians, and on a couple of bigger missions in Oaxaca and Colorado. Find them all here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favourite Gear of 2023

Miles Arbour — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:30:39 +0000

After a busy year of bikepacking, including a six-week trip to Australia, Miles and Emily share 12 items that stood out this year. Find everything from trail-tested components and gear to their new favourite Tasmania-made chocolate bar in their 2023 Editor's Dozen roundup...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:31:18 +0000

Next up in our 2023 Editor's Dozen series, Lucas shares a look at 12 projects, products, and places that had a lasting impact on him both on and off the bike this year. From budget-friendly to high-end, find his collection of favorites from everyday life and travels around two continents here...

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45NRTH Ragnarok Boa Review: Shoulder Season be Damned

Miles Arbour — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:54:42 +0000

Redesigned for 2024, the new 45NRTH Ragnarok BOA Boots are rated for chilly shoulder season riding and feature a highly weather-resistant construction, a grippy sole, and a neoprene ankle closure to keep the elements at bay. Miles has been riding in the wet and cold Pacific Northwest to see how they hold up. Find his 45NRTH Ragnarok Boa review here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:28:07 +0000

After another big year of trying out newly released gear and using some old products, Neil shares 12 standouts from 2023 in our latest Editor's Dozen video, including everything from his favorite apparel to cargo-carrying equipment, bike accessories, and more...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2023

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 12:49:00 +0000

Is it that time of year again? After a busy 12 months of travel and time on two wheels in several countries, Cass kicks off our annual Editor's Dozen gear picks with his roundup of favourite bikes, components, accessories, clothing, and more. Find out which old and new pieces earned top marks in 2023 here...

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2023 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:42:22 +0000

In the first installment of our 2023 Bikepacking Awards, we recognize the products that have wowed us the most over the past year. Dig into our top picks with 50 awards in 11 categories, including our favorite bikes, components, camping gear, apparel, and more. Plus, find a list of bikes that are already in our sights for 2024…

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Fizik Terra Ergolace GTX Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 16:02:48 +0000

Fizik added two new GORE-TEX-equipped shoes to their Terra all-terrain lineup this fall, both featuring grippy Vibram soles, lace-up closures, and a versatile flat or clipless outsole. We’ve been testing out a special collaborative version from PEdALED that launches today to see how they hold up to wet-weather riding in the Pacific Northwest. Find Miles’ Fizik Terra Ergolace GTX Shoes review here…

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QUOC Escape Off-Road Review

Joe Cruz — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:50:03 +0000

With a fresh look for mountain bike shoes, the new Quoc Escape Off-Road eschews categorical classification and blends trail durability with a streamlined aesthetic typically found on road shoes. Joe Cruz put a pair to the test and reports back with this in-depth review...

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Shimano GE5 Review: A New Perspective on Gravity/Enduro Shoes

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:39:39 +0000

Despite their gravity/enduro label, Neil found the new canvas Shimano GE5 shoes to perform exceptionally well while bikepacking. In his latest video review, Neil shares his experience with them and what makes them a good multi-disciplinary shoe. Watch it here and find a written review, pros and cons, and a selection of photos...

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Specialized Recon ADV Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:51:35 +0000

The Specialized Recon ADV Shoes combine the efficiency of a stiff clipless cycling shoe with a roomy toe box, lace-up closure, and unique aesthetics. Miles has been wearing them almost exclusively for the last three months on long gravel rides, rowdy singletrack rides, and several bikepacking trips to see how they hold up. Find his review here…

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Ultralight Camp Shoes: The Best Packable Options for Bikepacking

Miles Arbour — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:26:18 +0000

Taking your riding shoes off after a long day of pedaling is one of the best feelings, especially when you have a backup pair for shuffling around camp. While hunting for most easy to pack ultralight camp shoes, we tested a bunch of popular models, from minimalist outdoor socks to superlight sandals. Find our thoughts and mini-reviews on six of them here, plus a list of other options...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2023 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:02:06 +0000

After a half-year of day rides and bikepacking trips in Oaxaca, Colorado, and the Eastern US, Logan and Virginia shine some light on a few standout pieces of gear. Here are a dozen products that have become their summer favorites, including a brilliant new stem, purple cogs, lightweight sandals, a solution for slipping seat posts, and more…

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Pearl Izumi Canyon SPD Review

Neil Beltchenko — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 14:43:38 +0000

We've tested a lot of SPD shoes over the years, but with most of them built around a BOA closure or some similar fancy ratchet system, some riders find that they're getting a little too complicated. In his latest video review, Neil goes back to laces with the Pearl Izumi Canyon SPD...

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Giro Tracker Review: Flat-pedal ATB Shoes?

Logan Watts — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:02:22 +0000

The Giro Tracker is the brand’s—and maybe the world’s—first all-terrain bicycling flat-pedal shoe. In this long-term review, Logan weighs in on the pair he’s broken in throughout more than 1,500 miles of use while bikepacking, gravel riding, and testing the extent of their capabilities on rough singletrack trails…

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QUOC x Restrap Sandal Review: Post-Ride Sandals?

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 04 May 2023 13:08:30 +0000

The new QUOC x Restrap Sandal is the first collaboration between the two British brands, bringing together QUOC's grippy sole with Restrap's namesake retention system. They're light, surprisingly supportive, and boast an innovative design that enables them to attach to your seatpack. QUOC and Restrap say these are post-ride sandals for wearing around camp, but could they be something more? Find our initial impressions in this review...

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QUOC Gran Tourer XC Review: Performance Pedaling

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:02:29 +0000

Released as part of the Lalashan Collection earlier this month, the new QUOC Gran Tourer XC further refines the London brand's flagship shoe with an unabashedly performance-focused feature set. Lucas has been wearing a pair on rides around Colorado this spring, and he shares his full review here...

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Fizik Terra Ergolace X2 Flat Review: All Terrain Bikepacking Shoes

Miles Arbour — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:30:12 +0000

When searching for a versatile flat-pedal shoe for a two-month bikepacking trip in Australia, Miles and Emily turned to the Fizik Terra Ergolace X2 Flat shoes. After three weeks and more than 1,000 kilometers of riding from the coast to the continent’s tallest mountain, they’re starting to look very promising as a mixed-terrain bikepacking shoe. Read the review here…

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The Best Cycling Gloves (For All Weather and Conditions)

Team Work — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:15:19 +0000

In this guide and gear roundup, we compiled a list of our favorite cycling gloves and organized them based on temperature range and use. Find a list of the best cycling gloves here, plus our thoughts on glove layering for outings and bikepacking expeditions in changing weather...

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Bedrock Mountain Clogs Review: Shoulder Season Sandals

Cass Gilbert — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:01:36 +0000

For our early Bedrock Mountain Clogs review, Cass and Virginia test both the Synthetic and "Eco Leather" version on the trails and streets of Oaxaca, Mexico. Read on for details on Bedrock's latest all-terrain footwear...

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The Best Down Pants (Ultralight Options for Bikepacking)

Logan Watts — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 12:00:53 +0000

Ultralight down pants are highly compressible, super warm, and can be a game-changer for shoulder season and winter bikepacking, as well as other outdoor pursuits. Logan and Virginia recently discovered this and have some thoughts on the subject. Learn more in this roundup as we review the lightest and best down pants on the market...

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Stomp Lox Slack Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 14:30:49 +0000

The Stomp Lox Slacks are a unique clipless cycling shoe with a wide toe-box, Vibram sole, and unmistakable look. We've been testing out the new European fit version for the last couple of months to see how they hold up. Find Miles' review of the Stomp Lox Slacks Shoes here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2022

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:10:39 +0000

Closing out our Editor's Dozen series that looks back at our favorite pieces of gear from the past year, Lucas shares his top 12 picks for 2022. Find his roundup of assorted things that saw lots of use and made a lasting impression during his bikepacking trips around the UK, Germany, and the Rocky Mountains here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles’ Favorite Gear of 2022

Miles Arbour — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 12:20:38 +0000

Next up in our annual editors' gear picks series, Miles shares some of his favourite items from 2022. Find a dozen products that have seen a significant amount of use in the Pacific Northwest or have impressed him from a design and functionality standpoint here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2022

Logan Watts — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:51:28 +0000

Continuing the time-honored tradition of sharing our favorite gear each year, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen prized items. All 12 of these products saw heavy use and impressed us in 2022, a year of Baja Divide riding, Eastern Divide route scouting, chunky trail rides in the Sierra Norte and the Appalachians, and posh overnighters in the forest…

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Essential Layering for Bikepacking: The Six-pack Method

Logan Watts — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 15:15:39 +0000

When the mercury drops and temps fluctuate, a layering clothing strategy is the preferred minimalist method for bikepacking and bicycle touring. In this guide, we dig into a six-piece plan that many of us use and agree on for big expeditions and weekend outings alike. Plus, find mini-reviews of a bunch of our favorite garments that we’ve put to the test over the years in multiple layering categories...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2022

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:36:30 +0000

As part of our continuing "Best of 2022" coverage, Cass picks his favourite gear, both old and new, that has survived the vagaries of this year's rutted roads and trails, along with some noteworthy themes that have stood out too...

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Bikepacking Gear That Lasts: A Gift Guide

Team Work — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:50:04 +0000

For our long-term Gift Guide, we racked our brain and drew up a list of nearly 80 of our most prized pieces of bikepacking gear, at a variety of price points. Think of this as a roster of goods that have already proven their worth... gifts that promise to keep on giving, over thousands of miles, all around the world.

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2022 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:14:53 +0000

Kicking off our 2022 Bikepacking Awards series, we recognize the products that have most impressed us throughout the past year. Dig into the Bikepacking Gear of the Year with 49 awards in 11 categories, including our Top Six Bikes, Best New Components, Best Tools & Gadgets, and more. Plus, find a list of bikes that are already on our radar for 2023…

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite 2022 Bikepacking Gear

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:02:03 +0000

It’s that time of the year again when we share our Editor’s Dozen gear lists. To kick things off, here's Neil Beltchenko's video showcasing 12 of his favorite products that he tested in 2022. Watch it here...

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Ornot Lightweight Mission Shorts: New Favourites

Miles Arbour — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:14:42 +0000

Released this fall, the new Ornot Lightweight Mission Shorts share a similar cut to the originals but are made from lightweight, stretchy fabric. Miles has been wearing them for the last month and shares his thoughts on why they might be his favourite shorts yet...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2022 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:10:24 +0000

The days are hot, humid, and long here in the eastern United States, marking the half-way point in the year for gear testing. Here are a dozen products that have become some of Logan and Virginia’s summer favorites, including a rack hack, shorts and apparel, some rad new handlebars, and more…

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Ride Concepts Tallac and Flume Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 12:31:40 +0000

The Ride Concepts Tallac and Flume Shoes are men's and women's-specific flat trail shoes designed for big days and epic terrain. Miles and Emily have been testing them out for the last few months to see what they're all about. Find our review here...

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