A bill introduced in the New Zealand House of Representatives would make sweeping changes to the administration of lands managed by the Department of Conservation. A comment period is open through July 2. Read below to learn more about the bill and how you can provide input.

Wizard Works just released a new made-to-order, waterproof frame bag. With a roll-top opening and taped seams, it promises large storage capacity and waterproof construction to withstand the elements. Find all the details about the Wizard Works roll-top frame bag here…

We’re excited to announce that Gossamer Gear is officially entering the freestanding tent game. The Free is a one-person tent with a trail weight well under two pounds. Learn all about the Gossamer Gear The Free tent and the brand’s new ClearSkies fabric here…

Launched earlier this year, Friend&Fiend is a small, handmade bag brand from industrial designer Bailey Van Etten. His initial launch featured a pair of On-Tube Storage bags designed to attach to accessory mounts, expanding carrying capacity for snacks, tubes, and other items. V2 is an improvement on that very same design. Check out all the details here…

Despite rough weather on the first day, the annual Bicycle Adventure Meeting (BAM!), welcomed nearly 10,000 people to the 2026 event in northern Italy for three days dedicated to celebrating all things bicycle-related. Two German artists, Arkadij and Jule, pedaled and painted 1,300 kilometers through Italy to the event where they presented their work. Find a written recap from Jule and an inspiring collection of photos from the organizers here…

The go-to option for riders taking on the Tour Divide, the Vittoria Mezcal has a reputation for offering an ideal balance of speed and grip and is one of the brand’s most recognizable models. Last fall, Vittoria released a new version of the tire, expanding its compounds with new XC Race, XC Trail, and Adventure models. Nic spent the past six months on the Mezcals and shares his in-depth review below…

Hats off to Victor Bosoni, who just finished the 2026 Tour Divide in record-breaking time! Riding with remarkable speed, discipline, and composure from Banff to Antelope Wells, the young French ultracyclist completed the route in just 11 days, 8 hours, and 27 minutes, more than a day and a half faster than the official previous men’s record. From his recovery-first approach to his meticulously dialed setup, Bosoni delivered one of the most impressive performances in the history of the race. Learn all about it here…

Germany’s Bombtrack Bicycle Co. recently published its 2026 Bilderbuch, a nearly 400-page catalog featuring a wealth of photos and details on its full range of bikes. We flipped through and handpicked a selection of favorite new and updated models. See them here…

Inspired by former students who embraced challenges without fear, Dom Richard embarked on an inward bikepacking journey through the New Forest. The trip served as a personal experiment to break free from the paralysis of overthinking and waiting for the perfect moment. Watch it here…

Vittoria has added greater variety to its endurance gravel tire line. With 50 and 55mm options now available in their T10, T50, and T70 models, these new tires are wider and more capable than before. Read on for more…