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Reader’s Rig: Hannes’s Surly Karate Monkey
15 May 10 Lucas Winzenburg / newsOur Reader’s Rig of the week comes from bag maker Hannes Dossche of Dosh Gear in Belgium, who shares the hella practical Surly Karate Monkey he’s currently riding across the length of the Andes in South America. Learn more about Hannes, his bags, and his rigid steel off-road tourer here…
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Bikepacking Sicily (Video)
1 May 9 Lucas Winzenburg / newsJosh Reid has been busy since we first met him as he bikepacked 15,000 kilometers across Asia and Europe in 2021, and his latest video finds him touring around picturesque Sicily. Experience the charming Italian island by bike in Josh’s 20-minute video here…
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Why We Camp (Video)
3 May 8 Lucas Winzenburg / newsThe latest video from Josh & Sarah Ride is an ode to the head-clearing power of getting out to spend a night in a tent. Amid a hectic period in their lives, they recently pedaled away for a restorative overnighter, and this 12-minute video beautifully captures the experience. Watch it here…
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Announcing the 2024 Swift Campout!
1 May 7 Lucas Winzenburg / newsThe Swift Campout is back for 2024, and we’re proud to co-sponsor this year’s global call to celebrate the summer solstice by spending a night camping with your bike. Learn more about the event, find details on the Campout Video Challenge, and sign up to participate for a chance to win more than $3,000 in prizes here…
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How Do You Carry Your Camera on the Bike?
84 May 7 Lucas Winzenburg / photographyAfter retiring his longtime handlebar-mounted compact camera bag, the Porcelain Rocket Mini Slinger, Lucas is on the hunt for a new solution for hauling his Fuji X-T3 on the bike. He’s seeking input on your favorite camera-carrying bags on today’s market. Find a few suggestions and add your recommendations here…
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Weekend Snapshot
0 May 6 Lucas Winzenburg / newsThis installment of Weekend Snapshot transports us to the Mexican state of Jalisco and two scenic corners of the Pacific Northwest. Take a quick peek at what three bikepackers from our global community were up to over the weekend and use the form to share a shot from one of your recent rides here…
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Have You Seen the Sanitas Tap Root Hardtail?
5 May 6 Lucas Winzenburg / newsQuietly unveiled at this year’s Sea Otter Classic, the Durango, Colorado-made Sanitas Tap Root is a versatile titanium hardtail that features sliding dropouts, has room for 29 x 2.6″ tires, and is offered in six sizes for $2,750. Get to know the brand’s latest model here…
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Reader’s Rig: Chucky’s Sam Mack Custom
12 May 3 Lucas Winzenburg / newsThis week’s Reader’s Rig comes from Chucky of Marygold Cycles in Chicago, who shares his custom Sam Mack frame with beefy tires, lugs, a beautiful rust patina, and an eclectic parts kit. Get to know more about Chucky and his one-of-a-kind frame here…
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Should Bikepacking Races Be Canceled Due to Weather?
61 May 2 Lucas Winzenburg / planThe recent cancelation of The Traka Adventure gravel race in Spain due to heavy rainfall in the forecast has us wondering when and why it makes sense to cancel bikepacking events. Learn more and weigh in with your thoughts here…
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Sarah Swallow’s 2024 One-Hour-A-Day Challenge Kicks Off Today
0 May 1 Lucas Winzenburg / newsCoinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month, Sarah Swallow’s One-Hour-A-Day Challenge has returned for another year to encourage folks to get outside and move for 60 minutes daily through May 30th. Learn more about the 2024 edition and how you can participate here…
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Collective Reward #184: Wolf Tooth Components Ripsaw Pedals
4 May 1 Lucas Winzenburg / newsWe’re launching into a fresh round of Collective Reward giveaways with a set of Minnesota-made Ripsaw Pedals from Wolf Tooth Components. One lucky winner will take home a pair in their choice of silver, black, or purple. Get to know Wolf Tooth’s latest pedal and support us for a chance to win here…
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Silent Bikepacking for 7 Days in Spain (Video)
0 Apr 30 Lucas Winzenburg / newsDanish YouTuber Lucas Berthelsen’s latest video takes viewers on a serene journey between Compostela and Brogus, Spain. The 40-minute video features a minimal soundtrack that lets the sights and sounds of the ride shine through. Watch it here…