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New Adventures With Old Gear in Santa Fe

By Cass Gilbert on April 11, 2024

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Seeking a two wheeled spring break adventure, Cass and his son Sage return to New Mexico after a number of years away, to reacquaint themselves with the city’s bike paths and spend a night under enchanting skies. Read on for a story about a family campout on the Caja del Rio, and a visit to an emporium of preloved outdoor gear that is sure to delight both parents and children alike…

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Kids React to Mountain Bike Parts (Video)

By Lucas Winzenburg on April 2, 2024

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In this hilarious new video from Mahalo My Dude and Jenson USA, a group of kids share what they know about mountain biking and react to various components. Watch the endearing eight-minute video to see what they think about modern MTB tech and the high prices that come with it here…

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11 Things I Learned On My First Bikepacking Trip

By Neil Beltchenko on February 26, 2024

19 Discussion

Almost 12 years ago, Neil went on his first bikepacking trip, an ambitious 10-day journey along the Colorado Trail. The trip was a success, but it wasn’t without many learning experiences. In his latest piece, Neil unpacks what he learned from the trip and discusses how he’d do it differently today…

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Rider’s Lens: Framing Everyday Life with Ryutaro Nakamoto

By Guest on February 22, 2024

22 Discussion

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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A History of Bikepacking

By Guest on February 1, 2024

37 Discussion

Originally published in the 10th issue of The Bikepacking Journal, we’re proud to present an expanded version of “A History of Bikepacking” by Joe Cruz. This fascinating piece blends research and storytelling to trace the origins of bikepacking from the late 1800s to today and features a treasure trove of images and illustrations from across the years…

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

By Guest on January 17, 2024

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“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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Good Night 2023 Roundup: 10 of our Favorite Campouts

By Lucas Winzenburg on January 11, 2024

14 Discussion

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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Friday Debrief: Stayer OG, Live Laugh Lug, Titanium Cookware, 2024 Content Survey, and more

By Team Work on January 5, 2024

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This week’s Debrief features the new Stayer OG, Live Laugh Lug tees, new titanium cookware, a 2024 content survey, Waxed Canvas Pocket Sliders, two events to follow live, and more. Find it all here…

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Slow and Sandy

By Guest on December 5, 2023

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Following a two-week solo bikepacking tour along the Australian Outback’s Anne Beadell Highway, Dylan Kentch put together this reflection that weaves together the past and present. Read about his experiences of pedaling at a snail’s pace through a 1,300-kilometer stretch of remote, arid, and unforgiving terrain here…

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Islabikes to Cease Production

By Cass Gilbert on October 30, 2023

12 Discussion

After a turbulent time over the last few years, the UK-based children’s bike specialists at Islabikes have announced that the company will cease sale and production of bikes once remaining stocks are sold. Find more details here…

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The Woods Cyclery Shop Visit, Coffee Ride, and Campout

By Cass Gilbert on October 26, 2023

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How do you wrap up a great summer in the UK? Well, you could go camping with newfound friends, ride into darkness, awaken at sunrise, make coffee outside, hang out in a bike shop, join the Sunday ride, drink more coffee, and then pedal home. Cass swings by the UK’s New Forest for the full experience of The Woods Cyclery. Read on for our shop visit, a route, and a dissection of shop owner Tom Farrel’s gorgeous Rivendell Appaloosa…

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Thermal Crossover

By Guest on October 3, 2023

9 Discussion

Seeking a low-key getaway through the areas surrounding San Francisco, friends Ben Smith and Paul Kalifatidi took on the 160-mile Bay Area Triple Crossover bikepacking route. Calamity ensued before they’d even started pedaling. Find their highly entertaining tale of navigating skunks, nude beaches, and simple math here…