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Hierve el Agua: Electric Coffee Outside with a View

By Cass Gilbert on September 22, 2022

78 Discussion

Cass heads out on a well-loved local overnighter that promises a glorious spot for making coffee outside with a view. This time, however, he also broaches the world of e-bikepacking and wonders when it might have a place, whether it can be as immersive an experience as pure pedal power alone, and where e-bikes may play their most valuable role…

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The Woods Cyclery Shop Visit, Coffee Ride, and Campout

By Cass Gilbert on October 26, 2023

20 Discussion

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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The (Traka) Adventure?

By Stephen Fitzgerald on May 13, 2024

21 Discussion

Following his ride of the Traka Adventure in Spain despite its official cancelation due to extreme weather earlier this month, Stephen Fitzgerald from Rodeo Labs penned this ambitious reflection on his history with “adventure” as a racer and organizer. Equal parts insightful, captivating, and revealing, this is an expansive piece you won’t want to miss. Read it here…

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Inside Outer Shell: Unity, Duality, and Spreadsheets

By Miles Arbour on April 18, 2024

13 Discussion

Founded in 2015 by Kyle Ng, Outer Shell prides itself on function-forward bag designs, minimalist style, and products that encourage customers to develop a deeper connection with their environment. We stopped by their San Francisco workshop to learn more about the Outer Shell origin story, meet the small team, and take a quick look at three staff bikes. Find it all here…

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Could “E-Bikepacking” Become a Thing?

By Neil Beltchenko on March 19, 2024

59 Discussion

As we’ve seen over the last five or so years, e-bikes have gained a solid footing in the bike marketplace and attracted many new riders, but can they become a mode of transport for bikepacking trips? In our latest video, Neil delves into several details in hopes of finding an answer to that question…

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The Gringo Primer: Pointers for Bikepacking Latin America

By Guest on October 4, 2023

29 Discussion

Following a three-year trip from Mexico to Argentina with his Salvadoran partner, Jake Dacks put together this concise guide to help folks fill in some cultural and historical gaps before traveling through Latin America. Beyond the nuts and bolts of bikes and gear, these non-technical insights aim to help bikepackers have a more immersive experience in the region. Find the guide and further resources here…

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Heaven for Cyclists, Hell for Bikepackers: Recumbentpacking the Netherlands

By Evan Christenson on September 27, 2023

51 Discussion

Following a surgery that left him unable to sit comfortably on a standard bicycle saddle, Evan Christenson’s restlessness led him to buy a second-hand recumbent on a whim. Find his story of loading it up, learning to ride again as he went, and seeing things from a fresh perspective on a laid-back journey across The Netherlands here…

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Baja Divide Pt. 2: Lessons from the Cacti

By Evan Christenson on April 13, 2023

21 Discussion

In his second dispatch from the Baja Divide, Evan Christenson peels back the layers and shares more about an unexpected mix of locals and fellow bikepackers he met on his ride across Mexico’s Baja California peninsula. Read their stories and join Evan in unpacking some of the lessons he’s learned here, paired with stunning photographs…

Rider & Rig

Daniel and his Light and Lean, Third-hand Salsa El Mariachi

By Cass Gilbert on January 18, 2023

29 Discussion

In a world that idolizes the latest and greatest, we deconstruct Daniel Schmidt’s lightweight Salsa El Mariachi bikepacking rig built solely with second-hand parts and winter specials. We talk about his guiding company, Ramble Bikepacking, his trail work through the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps, and how to avoid the perils of doomscrolling. And despite his “low-key competitiveness,” we discuss the value of allowing time to stop and interact with those around you…

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Excursions in Etla With Sage

By Cass Gilbert on November 9, 2022

28 Discussion

Bikepackers are often drawn to the challenge of riding from Oaxaca’s rugged sierras to the pounding surf of the Pacific coast. But staying within its more mild-mannered valleys can be just as appealing, especially for family rides. Cass and his son Sage head out into the Valle de Elta, where dirt roads, experiential learning, and culinary delights await…

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Rigs of the 2022 Badlands

By Miles Arbour on September 2, 2022

29 Discussion

The 2022 Badlands event kicks off in southern Spain this weekend and follows some of the most remote and challenging terrain in Europe. We’ve gathered rig details for more than 90 riders who are planning to take on the 750-kilometer route from Granada, Spain. Dig into them all here…

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Rigs of the 2022 Transcontinental Race No.8

By Miles Arbour on July 22, 2022

32 Discussion

After a two-year hiatus, the Transcontinental Race is back for 2022. With help from the organizers, we’ve put together details on some of the race rigs that will be setting out on the roughly 4,000-kilometer route across Europe. Find our gallery of more than 50 rigs here, featuring bag and gear highlights for each…