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Bit Driver Multi-Tools for Bikepacking and Bike Touring

By Logan Watts on September 19, 2018

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While many bikepackers are satisfied with a folding multi-tool for trailside wrenching, and others just blow off weight concerns and carry a full set of L-hex wrenches, some prefer the utility of a bit driver multi-tool. Here’s a comprehensive list of some of the better ones out there…

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Inside a Custom JPaks FramePak

By Miles Arbour on March 14, 2024

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In preparation for our recent review of the Revel Tirade, Colorado bag maker JPaks built a custom frame bag for us. Miles was so impressed with its quality and design that he thought a closer look was in order. Find his thoughts on the custom JPaks FramePak, insight into what goes into each bag, and a little JPaks history here…

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Tumbleweed Titanium Pannier Rack: First Ride Review

By Logan Watts on March 7, 2024

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Just announced, the Tumbleweed Titanium Pannier Rack is half the weight of its steel sibling and features a few upgrades, including a slightly different platform design and dynamo wire routing. We had the chance to admire this beauty, install it on a Stooge MK6, and give it a try before today’s launch. Find all the details in this first ride review…

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Wolf Tooth Components Launches Raw Silver

By Miles Arbour on March 6, 2024

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Wolf Tooth Components’ latest color option is a fresh silver tone that looks just like polished, un-anodized aluminum. Check it out here…

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Revelate Designs Nook and Cranny Review: Tiny Bags for Awkward Spaces

By Miles Arbour on February 12, 2024

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The new Revelate Designs Nook and Cranny are mini frame bags designed for full-suspension mountain bikes and day rides when carrying just the essentials is enough. We got out on a few rides before today’s launch for a closer look. Find everything you need to know here…

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New Daysaver Essential8/Coworking5 + 2 Incredible Tools

By Miles Arbour on

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The Swiss brand Daysaver has expanded its lineup of packable bicycle tools with four new offerings. Find details on the Essential8, Coworking5, and the new Daysaver Incredible range here…

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Three Bikepacking Repair Kits (Video)

By Miles Arbour on February 1, 2024

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Freshly returned from a successful bikepacking trip in Southern Arizona, Joe, Miles, and Neil share a look at their repair kits. Learn what they all found essential, who hauled the kitchen sink, and who had the most minimalist kit in our latest video. Watch it and find their complete repair kits here…

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

By Josh Meissner on January 10, 2024

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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

By Logan Watts on January 2, 2024

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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: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2023

By Neil Beltchenko on December 18, 2023

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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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Crankbrothers Klic HV Mini Floor Pump Review + F16 Tool

By Miles Arbour on October 19, 2023

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Launched earlier this year, the Crankbrothers Klic HV Mini Floor Pump has a fold-out foothold, a proper handle, and a magnetic detachable hose. Miles has been using it for the last few months to see how it stacks up against his beloved Lezyne Micro Drive. Find his KLIC HV mini Floor Pump review and some thoughts on the Crankbrothers F16 multi-tool here…

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Miss Grape ILCOSO Review: A Modular Handlebar Cradle

By Miles Arbour on September 21, 2023

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The Miss Grape ILCOSO is a unique modular handlebar bag cradle and accessory mount designed to solve several quandaries often created by handlebar bags, such as tire clearance and cable interference. A few of us have been testing the ILCOSO to see how it performs over the long haul. Find our review here…