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Josh Ibbett’s 2024 Atlas Mountain Race Video and Prototype Mason Rig Check

Miles Arbour — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:39:24 +0000

Josh Ibbett finished eighth in this year's Atlas Mountain Race in Morocco. As usual, he filmed his experience during the event, and he just released a 22-minute video recap. Find that paired with his rig check videos and some film photos he snapped along the way here...

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A Decade of Sklar: Building a Bike Brand

Miles Arbour — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 12:31:27 +0000

On the heels of Sklar's 10th anniversary and relocation to California, we recently stopped by Adam Sklar's new shop to take a deep dive into the last decade of business, explore the Oakland space, and learn more about his transition from US-made custom frames with a two-year waitlist to Taiwan-made production bikes. Find all that, a peek at a few of Adam's bikes, and loads of photos from Miles' visit here…

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Atlas Mountain Race 2024: Vivid in Black and White

Allan Shaw — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 12:43:54 +0000

Rather than racing this year's Atlas Mountain Race (AMR), Allan Shaw took on the equally exhausting role of chasing riders all around Morocco to interview them for the AMR podcast. Read on for his behind-the-scenes perspective on getting riders to open up and the parallels between racing and podcasting. Plus, find a handful of episodes and a gallery of Allan's black and white film photos from the event here...

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No Route, No Problem: Bikepacking the Lake District (Video)

Miles Arbour — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 15:00:44 +0000

In Allen Boardman's latest video, he sets off on a quick overnight bikepacking trip to the UK's Lake District with just one hitch: he had no plan or route. Find a short reflection from Allen and watch his amusing 22-minute video here...

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Lonesome Lands and Sugar Sand

Guest — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:28:10 +0000

Following a slow solo overnighter through South Carolina's Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Tanner Arrington penned this dynamic account that blends a ride report with observations on natural history, reflections on land stewardship, and a zoomed-in perspective on the beauty surrounding us. Find his stirring piece and an accompanying gallery of analog and digital photos here...

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Winter’s Gifts: Bikepacking 1,000 Miles on the Iditarod Trail

Guest — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:30:27 +0000

Huw Oliver traveled from Scotland to Alaska to ride the 1,000-mile Iditarod Trail last year, and he put together this reflection that links a series of memories from several weeks out on the ephemeral trail across the rugged Alaskan backcountry. Read his story of braving the elements and making unexpected connections here...

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Rider’s Lens: Framing Everyday Life with Ryutaro Nakamoto

Guest — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:25:58 +0000

In our latest edition of Rider’s Lens, we introduce Ryutaro Nakamoto and his offbeat family photos from everyday life in Tokyo, Japan. Get to know Ryutaro and find a heartwarming selection of images from rides around the city and time at home with his partner and two young daughters here...

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Solo Winter Overnighter (Video)

Guest — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 15:04:52 +0000

Buoyed by the thrilling experience of her first solo overnight bikepacking trip in Kyrgyzstan last year, Belén Castelló set the goal of riding out for a night of camping alone during each season of 2024. Kicking off the winter, she spent a night in the snowy forests beyond Teruel, Spain. Watch her beautifully shot 10-minute video recap here...

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Inside WZRD Bikes: Long Stays, Long Story

Miles Arbour — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:10:23 +0000

Just beyond the bustle of Victoria, British Columbia, nestled between towering Douglas firs and a flower farm, you’ll find WZRD Bikes. Miles spent two afternoons with owner Emma May to learn the story behind WZRD and the last five years of framebuilding, take a closer look at three of her personal bikes, and hear why she thinks long chainstays are never going out of style. Find that and a barrage of photos from the WZRD Bikes workshop here...

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A New Year in Japan | On The Road Ep. 2 (Video)

Guest — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:29:52 +0000

The second episode of Boru McCullagh's "On The Road" series documenting his around-the-world bikepacking trip finds him on Japan's largest island, experiencing the full brunt of highs and lows that accompany a long solo journey. Catch up on Boru's ride in another inspiring and unpretentious 20-minute video from the road, and find a short written update from him here...

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“Women Who Ride” (From Across Andes 2023)

Guest — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:39:30 +0000

Sammie Dubeau was one of more than 200 racers to line up for the Patagonia Verde edition of Across Andes last year. She put together a report from her time on the stunning 1,000-kilometer route and a broader reflection of the power of community and the women who inspire her. Find Sammie's story and a gallery of photos from Chile here...

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Crossing Tusheti – A Bikepacking Adventure in Northern Georgia (Film)

Miles Arbour — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:04:13 +0000

With the Caucasus Mountains in the Republic of Georgia free of snow, four friends set off on a 180-kilometer bikepacking trip linking stunning singletrack, green meadows, and rugged mountain passes together through Tusheti National Park. Watch the film from their trip here...

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Cycling Utah: An 800-Mile Bikepacking Journey From Dawn to Dusk (Video)

Guest — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:35:38 +0000

Mick Turnbull's latest video is a feast for the eyes that transports viewers to the otherworldly landscapes of Utah, compressing three weeks' work of striking sights and sounds into a single "day." Find the short video with a written introduction by Danielle O'Hara here...

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Inside Tailfin: It’ll Be Okay as Long as It’s Perfect

Sam Rice — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:07:38 +0000

In our latest Field Trip, Sam Rice and Bec Norman take us behind the scenes at Tailfin. Since its Kickstarter launch in 2016, Tailfin has grown from a basement passion project to one of the most innovative brands in bikepacking. Read on as Sam and Bec shed light on Tailfin’s origin story, dive deep into their product design philosophy, and reveal how their innovative fusion of hardware and soft goods sets them apart…

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PACKDURO: Bikepacking Overnighter, Twelve Mile Creek, Golden, BC (Video)

Miles Arbour — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 15:57:47 +0000

Project Freewheel is back with their latest "packduro" film, which documents a short but challenging overnighter into the Dogtooth Range near Golden, British Columbia. Find photos, a short summary of the trip, and the 14-minute film here...

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Desert Reunion: Bikepacking the North Monumental Loop (Video)

Miles Arbour — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 15:18:12 +0000

Earlier this winter, Katrina Hase and her son Ian set out to tackle the north end of the Monumental Loop in New Mexico. It was Ian's first bikepacking trip and a welcome excuse for a mother-son reunion. Watch the video Katrina put together from their time together here...

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Nomadland: A Bikepacking Adventure in Mongolia (Video)

Guest — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 12:31:39 +0000

"Nomadland" is a video from Ricard Calmet that takes viewers on a bikepacking journey through Mongolia's serene mountains and painterly steppe. From feeling completely alone on remote tracks to being embraced by hospitable locals, their 1,800-kilometer ride was packed with unforgettable experiences. Find the 13-minute video with photos and a written perspective here...

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Plans Can Change: A Yorkshire Bikepacking Adventure

Miles Arbour — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:01:23 +0000

A few weeks back, Allen Boardman tackled a route created with two clicks: one at the start and one at a bothy in Yorkshire. Things didn't go as planned along the way. Find his 18-minute trip video with photos and a short written reflection here...

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It Takes a Village: Building a Rohloff ATB at Big Forest Frameworks

Josh Meissner — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 12:34:16 +0000

Ever wondered what goes into crafting a bike frame by hand? At the beginner-friendly framebuilding course at Big Forest Frameworks in Berlin, Josh Meissner built a custom 29+ ATB from scratch and documented the process from start to finish. Find his detailed report and photos from the workshop here…

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Bikepacking the Arizona Trail 800 (Video)

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 15:16:56 +0000

Fan-favorite YouTuber Chris Wilson of PNW Bikepacking recently set out to bikepack the full Arizona Trail 800 course, and he shares his impressions from nearly three weeks on the iconic trail in this 53-minute video. Watch it and find photos from his ride here...

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An Introduction to Bikepacking with Trail Mixed Collective

Emily Bei Cheng — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 12:33:33 +0000

Earlier this winter, Emily Bei Cheng teamed up with Trail Mixed Collective to host a first-time bikepacking overnighter for a group of women of color. Six riders showed up, and the new friends pedaled into the Marin Headlands for a weekend of bonding and learning by doing. Read about the unshakeable power of the overnighter and find a dynamic photo gallery here...

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Chasing: A Tour Divide Story (Video)

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:44:07 +0000

"Chasing" is an 80-minute video that follows professional road cyclist Marie-Soleil Blais as she dives head-first into the world of ultra-distance riding by racing the 2023 Tour Divide as a rookie bikepacker. Watch it here...

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Peaks and Plateaus: Bikepacking Utah (Video)

Guest — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:42:39 +0000

In his latest video, Mick Turnbull takes on our Peaks & Plateaus bikepacking route in Utah, presented with rich cinematography that captures the region's spectacular beauty. Find the nine-minute video alongside photos and a short trip report from Danielle O'Hara here...

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Running Late: An Improvised Journey on the VTXL

Guest — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 12:33:56 +0000

A little past prime riding season and with next to no planning, friends Jake Bleggi and Burke Collings took on the 300-mile VTXL bikepacking route, following their sense of adventure and trusting the trail to provide a unique New England experience. Read Jake's story of their haphazard but ultimately rewarding journey here...

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Playing The Fool: Arizona’s Fool’s Loop Bikepacking Route (Video)

Miles Arbour — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:43:57 +0000

Troy Hopwood and Justin Short recently tackled the 280-mile Fool's Loop bikepacking route in Arizona, and they put together a comprehensive video showing what riders can expect. Watch the 16-minute video here...

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Just to be With You: A Dad, a Daughter, and the Divide (Video)

Guest — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:09:19 +0000

As a follow-up to the story we published last year, Flint Zeigler's latest video captures his 2022 Great Divide Mountain Bike Route ride with his 13-year-old daughter Scarlet. Relive their inspiring journey in the 11-minute video here...

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Same Same But Different: A Story About Ultra-Cycling and Life (Film)

Miles Arbour — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:31:28 +0000

Just released, “Same Same But Different" shares the story behind Cynthia Carson’s win at the 2023 Badlands event in Spain and examines the personal side of her victories and life as an ultra-endurance cyclist. Watch the full 36-minute film here...

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Inside Sven Cycles: Harmonizing the Past and the Present

Tom Powell — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 12:34:20 +0000

Based on England's South Coast, Darron Sven is a frame builder who's been blending timeless designs and modern touches to create rolling works of art for more than 15 years. We sent photographer Tom Powell to spend a couple of days with Darron, and he put together a charming video portrait of Sven Cycles and an inside look at the bespoke builder's work and guiding philosophy. Find it here...

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Taking it to 11: A 2024 Fat Pursuit Race Report

Eddie Clark — Sat, 27 Jan 2024 13:15:08 +0000

Riders, skiers, and runners who lined up for the 2024 Fat Pursuit in Idaho earlier this month faced brutal temperatures and several feet of fresh snow. Photographer Eddie Clark was on the ground, and he shares an up-close and personal look at the memorable 11th edition of the race. Find his report here...

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Surfpacking the Canary Islands

Guest — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:16:27 +0000

Seeking a winter escape and an exciting new challenge, Henna Palosaari figured out how to haul her surfboard by bike and headed to Spain's Canary Islands for two weeks of pedaling around in search of waves. Find Henna's story of first-time surfpacking, insights on how she made it all work, and a dreamy gallery of photos here...

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The Path Less Paved: Svein Tuft (Video)

Logan Watts — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:16:18 +0000

The latest video from Shimano and Anthill Films takes viewers to the Selkirk Mountains to meet former professional road cyclist and time trial champion Svein Tuft, who shares his story of transitioning from a life on the pro racing circuit to slower adventures in the mountains of British Columbia. Watch it here…

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The Balkans: Bikepacking Albania and Montenegro (Video)

Guest — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:57:58 +0000

"The Balkans" is a 30-minute video from More Stories Tomorrow that follows three friends on a bikepacking journey across enchanting Albania and Montenegro. Watch it and find a handful of photos and some written insights here...

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An Ode to the Hike-a-Bike

Guest — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:32:13 +0000

Like a good hike-a-bike, Jacob Martin's latest piece is short and punchy. In it, he shares a little about his love-hate relationship with pushing and pulling his bike along the trail and reminds us why all the effort is often worthwhile. Find Jacob's tribute to the hike-a-bike and a lovely gallery of 35mm film photos from steep tracks around Europe here...

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Hanebrink Extreme Terrain: The First Production Fat Bike

Guest — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:38:03 +0000

Envisioned by Dan Hanebrink and released in 1991, the Hanebrink Extreme Terrain might be the most radical bike ever to land on Earth. In this piece, Josh Hicks shines some light on one of the rarest pieces in his collection and examines it through a modern lens. Discover the fascinating history of the first production fat bike here…

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A Smorgasbord of Genosack Rides, Rigs, and More

Guest — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 12:35:19 +0000

Genosack is a vibrant community of ATBers in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. In this inside look by photographer Trevor Nelson and friends, we tag along for a handful of laid-back group rides that celebrate the simple joy of pedaling and take a closer look at an eclectic mix of beautiful bikes. See it all here...

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Never Alone: Memories of the 2023 Hunt 1000

Guest — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:01:18 +0000

In November, Rhys Jones and his best friend took on the 1,000-kilometer Hunt 1000 bikepacking event in Australia. The ride challenged Rhys in more ways than he thought possible, but the positive and memorable encounters with folks along the way more than made up for the difficulty. Find his reflection and photos from the 2023 Hunt 1000 here...

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Jonas Deichmann: Crossing America (Video)

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:17:35 +0000

Last year, German athlete Jonas Deichmann pedaled across the United States from New York to Los Angeles, then turned around and ran all the way back to New York. This hour-long documentary from Markus Weinberg chronicles the incredible double-crossing experience. Watch it here...

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Why Race? Reflections on the Tour Divide

Guest — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:52:13 +0000

As someone attracted to pedaling at an unhurried pace that allows time to soak in the surroundings and experience the local culture, Ty Domin was initially skeptical about racing the Tour Divide. Still, something compelled him to give a whirl. In this piece, explores the eye-opening experiences that helped him fully appreciate the iconic race's allure. Read it here...

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Wheels on Ice: Stories of Cycling in Alaska (Book Review)

Guest — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 15:15:00 +0000

"Wheels on Ice: Stories of Cycling in Alaska" is a 320-page book that dives deep into tales of bicycles in the far north from the gold rush of the late 1800s up to Lael Wilcox's recent ride of every major road in the state. Alaskan cyclist and writer John Messick offers an engaging review of the collection here...

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Curious Pedals – Cycling from Finland to Singapore (Video)

Guest — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 14:48:07 +0000

In 2022, friends Alvari Poikola and Valtteri Heinilä pedaled 15,000 kilometers across more than 20 countries, departing from their home in Finland and completing their ride in Singapore. "Curious Pedals" is a feature-length documentary about their incredible eight-month journey across Europe and Asia. Watch it here...

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Good Night 2023 Roundup: Friends and Editors

Lucas Winzenburg — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 12:31:32 +0000

In this second and final look back at some of the hundreds of Good Night 2023 Campout trips that took place around the world last month, we share a handful from our editors and friends. From the frozen reaches of northern Norway to the lush and humid forests of Thailand, find vignettes from six more year-end getaways here...

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From Tokyo to Kyoto by Bike (Video)

Guest — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:52:32 +0000

Uniquely edited and set to a peaceful soundtrack of Japanese ambient music, "From Tokyo to Kyoto" is a vibrant 16-minute video that follows partners Lea and Luca on a nine-day, 600-kilometer journey across Japan. Watch it here...

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The Silk Road Cargo Race (Film)

Allan Shaw — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 12:20:40 +0000

"The Silk Road Cargo Race" is a new documentary that recounts Allan Shaw's audacious attempt to compete in the 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan aboard a cargo bike. Find the 13-minute film plus Allan's heartfelt written reflection on the experience and a gallery of analog and digital photos here...

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Bikepacking the Oregon Outback in Winter (Video)

Guest — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 14:33:18 +0000

Dan Camp is currently riding from Alaska to Argentina. In his latest video, he takes on the Oregon Outback route, where he encounters some of the roughest roads and most isolated areas since Alaska. Join him on a ride featuring ghost towns, hot springs, and extreme conditions in the 26-minute video here...

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Good Night 2023 Roundup: 10 of our Favorite Campouts

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:56:05 +0000

Last month, readers worldwide answered our call to pedal out for a final night under the stars to wrap up 2023 as part of our fourth-annual Good Night Campout challenge. We sorted through hundreds of submissions and selected our 10 favorites. Find a varied collection of photos and vignettes from overnight getaways around the United States, Malaysia, Canada, Australia, Brazil, and beyond here...

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Cargobikepacking: From Edinburgh to Erfurt Along Route YC (Video)

Miles Arbour — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 14:58:53 +0000

In Markus Stitz's latest video, he sets off to tackle a 1,100-kilometer gravel route between Scotland and Germany in the middle of winter. Watch the 11-minute video and find a handful of photos here...

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Scratches (Film)

Guest — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 12:36:26 +0000

"Scratches" is a new film from Ryan Le Garrec that opens with Belgian ultra-cyclist Manu Cattrysse crashing out of the 2023 Silk Road Mountain Race and uses that experience to step back and unpack the broader role that cycling has played in shaping his life and helping him heal. Watch the powerful 25-minute film here...

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In Admiration of Hazel and Margo (Lessons from the Trail)

Guest — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 12:29:43 +0000

In this heartfelt piece, photographer Tyler Weber shares the story of taking his two young daughters on an ambitious overnight bikepacking trip in Canada's Jasper National Park and some of the lessons he learned when things didn't go to plan. Read "In Admiration of Hazel and Margo" paired with a lovely set of images here...

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The Uncertain Path: A Cairngorms Bikepacking Film

Guest — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:14:04 +0000

Shot in Scotland's Cairngorms National Park, "The Uncertain Path" is a cinematically spectacular 24-minute video from Josh & Sarah Ride that encourages viewers to slow down, savor the ride, and embrace the unexpected. Watch it and find a handful of moody still photos here...

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A Day with Corvid Cycles and Reroot Outdoors

Miles Arbour — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 12:34:46 +0000

Specializing in fully custom titanium bicycles and informed by a decade of experience as an engineer, Corvid Cycles has been fabricating bikepacking-centric bikes for more than six years. We stopped by Corvid's workshop in Colorado to get to know founder Chad Corbin, take a look at five bikes, and learn more about Reroot Outdoors, a custom bikepacking bag company run by Shan Wo under the same roof...

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2023 Bikepacking Recap & Predictions (Video)

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 01 Jan 2024 12:39:58 +0000

Kicking off the new year, Neil takes a look back at some of 2023's key moments in our corner of the cycling world, including the state of the bike industry, a recap of some popular events, the status of bikepacking routes, new BIKEPACKING.com features, and more. Plus, he makes some predictions for the year ahead. See it all in our latest video here...

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Our 12 Most Popular Articles and Routes of 2023

Logan Watts — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 12:32:20 +0000

In 2023, we released almost 1,100 unique articles and dispatches and 56 bikepacking route guides totaling more than 18,000 kilometers (about 11,000 miles). To mark this milestone, we reflect on the dozen articles that garnered the most interest on the site this the year. Explore a compilation of our top 12 most-read posts and find a list of the top 12 new bikepacking routes to cap off an extraordinary year...

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Our Editors’ Favorite Rides of 2023

Logan Watts — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:54:00 +0000

To cap off another extraordinary year of scouting bikepacking routes, testing a wide array of gear, and general bike shenanigans, we asked our editorial team to share their favorite rides of 2023. Find short recaps and photos from all of them here...

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Seven Shots from The Goats

Guest — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 12:32:26 +0000

In the second installment of photographer Ryan Le Garrec's new "Seven Shots" series, he shares the untold stories behind a set of photos from The Goats bikepacking race in Portugal. Find his latest alternative approach to storytelling featuring seven images and short interviews with Sofiane Sehili and other racers here...

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The Divide (Film)

Lucas Winzenburg — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 16:06:42 +0000

Documenting Lachlan Morton's blazing-fast ride down the length of the Tour Divide route, "The Divide" is a fresh film from Wahoo and EF Pro Cycling that brings viewers along for his 12.5-day bikepacking journey between Banff, Alberta, and the US/Mexico border in Antelope Wells. Watch the full hour-long film and find a gallery of photos here...

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Slowest Known Time: Hike-a-Bikepacking Los Padres (Video)

Guest — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 12:31:31 +0000

"Slowest Known Time" is a cinematically striking new video from Pedal Born Pictures that follows five friends on a muddy winter bikepacking weekender through California's Los Padres National Forest. Watch the short video, find photos, and read a hilarious trip report from writer Alia Salim here...

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Inside Buckhorn Bags: Chasing Curiosities

Jess Daddio — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:31:04 +0000

What started as a night owl’s bag-making hobby is now a full-time gig for former carpenter and bikepacking enthusiast Sam Lutz. During a visit to Northwest Arkansas, we caught up with Lutz at his first-ever shop space in Fayetteville. Check out our photo tour of the Buckhorn Bags shop and learn more about the maker behind the brand here…

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On The Road Episode 1: Japan

Miles Arbour — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:11:36 +0000

"On The Road" is a new series by All Roads Considered that aims to fill the gaps between their "Mind Mapping" videos and Boru McCullagh's around-the-world bikepacking trip. Find the first episode, a reflection from Boru, and photos from his time in Hokkaido, Japan, here...

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Ride to Ski: Bikepacking and Skiing the Dolomites (Film)

Guest — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 12:28:18 +0000

"Ride to Ski" is a new film that follows friends Henna Palosaari, Malva Björkman, and Sami Sauri on a nine-day bikepacking and skiing adventure through Europe's iconic Dolomites. Find the 30-minute film accompanied by a 35mm photo gallery and a written account of their journey here...

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2023 L’Esperit de Girona: Q&A with Ulrich Bartholmoes

Guest — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:04:06 +0000

Following the second annual L’Esperit de Girona event in Spain earlier this year, event organizer James Mark Hayden caught up with winner Ulrich Bartholmoes to learn more about his experience. Find an interview with Ulrich and a selection of photos here...

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2023 Bikepacking Awards: People and Routes

Logan Watts — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:18:57 +0000

Wrapping up our 2023 Bikepacking Awards, we recognize the individuals who have inspired us with their remarkable achievements and incredible journeys, the most captivating bikepacking routes featured this year, and new events that helped nurture the community. Explore our selection of individuals, routes, and events here...

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