This week’s Debrief features a Schwinn documentary, snap-on cable charms, a new SON hub distributor, glow-in-the-dark carbon tent stakes, beeswax bags, fresh apparel, component inclusivity, an event to follow live, and much more. Find it all here…

In artist Mike Dutton’s latest “Pedal & Paint” video, he revisits a 2022 bike trip around the San Francisco Bay Area during which he painted more than a dozen beautiful watercolor postcards. Watch the 24-minute video here…

This week’s Reader’s Rig comes from Nico in Germany, who presents the 1980s Panasonic MC 2500 he rebuilt with 27.5-inch wheels and a custom low-trail fork. Meet Nico and take a peek at his latest colorful project here…

Sometimes, the best rides are only loosely planned and left to unfold organically. Joshua Kian and his partner Sarah rolled the dice on a recent journey through Bulgaria’s Rhodope Mountains, where a chance encounter sent them on an unexpected path filled with unforgettable experiences. Read their story of going with the flow and being rewarded for their openness here…

Nicole Maniez was the first woman to finish this year’s Endless Mountains 430 in Pennsylvania, completing the 430-mile route in 4 days and 9 hours. Find her day-by-day recap, takeaways from her ride, and a collection of race photos here…

The National Park Service is proposing a major rule change to how traditional bike and e-bike access is decided in national parks across the United States. Comments for or against the amendment are due by November 2. Learn more about the proposed rule change and read IMBA’s take below…

As tire clearances widen, the bottom bracket area has become increasingly problematic for cyclists and manufacturers. The new Velo Orange Gravel Cranks and Chainrings aim to help users who want to continue using the square taper standard in the modern era…

Rogue Panda’s latest project reimagines how frame bags attach to bikes. The innovative new Rogue Panda DoubleTrack system uses carbon rods and TPU spacers to address common issues with traditional mounting systems. Neil and Miles have been testing the DoubleTrack system on custom frame bags to see how it holds up to real-world use. Find their two-in-one review here…

Paul Components has teamed up with SimWorks to create a sunset-inspired component collection. With fall-themed colors in deep orange and soft red, this new collaboration could be the perfect complement to a new build. See details here…

The new San Util Whirlpool MKII hip pack keeps all the original elements but is slightly larger, adds new zippered hip-wing pockets, and, for the first time for San Util, is made in Vietnam. Take a closer look here…

Three months after breaking his neck in a mountain bike crash, Abe Kaufman returned to racing at the Mountaineer Monster in West Virginia, winning the 110-mile course and setting a new fastest known time. Find photos and learn more about Abe’s ride here…

Built for show, the Curve team has used their resources to create a custom 32-inch Big Kev gravel bike. With the new wheel size, this 32er Big Kev features a fresh paint job and a custom steel fork from Cjell Mone. For more on this prototype, read on below…