Produced by the organizers of the Trans Balkan Race, “Connecting Dots” provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to direct a self-supported bikepacking race, what happens when someone breaks the rules, and the pressure of making decisions in real-time. Watch the engaging 30-minute video and find a written reflection from organizer Beatrice Mezzena Lona here…

To commemorate 15 years in business, Bedrock Sandals is launching a limited-edition birthday drop inspired by the brand’s geological roots and archival artwork. Learn more about the Bedrock Sandals Metamorphic Collection here…

The KNIPEX Slim Knips is a new tool from the German company, featuring a host of features ideal for at-home mechanics. Discover all the details of this small but mighty tool below…

For our latest edition of Weekend Snapshot, we catch up with readers in Germany and two corners of Wales, highlighting a handful of scenes from rides through the picturesque countryside. See this week’s vignettes and share something from one of your escapes here…

Dainty tubes, a threaded headset, and lugs are just a few of the features that make the Crust Nor’Easter atypical in today’s bike market. A few years removed from its release, clearance for 29” x 2.6” tires sits at the very edge of what even the most experimental gravel bikes can offer. After waiting more than half a decade for a specific version of this bike to appear, Nic finally got his hands on one. In his Crust Nor’Easter Review, he shares whether this antiquated object lives up to the dream…

This week’s Debrief features an incredibly light sleeping bag, handmade bike bling, a tiny monocular, 32-inch bike skepticism, an alternative Tour de France, a couple of videos for weekend watching, several events to follow live, and more. Find it all here…

This week’s Reader’s Rig comes from David in Denver, Colorado, who shares the All-City Gorilla Monsoon he uses for singletrack cruises, gravel rides, bird-watching getaways, and more in the nearby mountains. Meet David and find details on his bike here…

After years of resisting the urge to make a hydration hip pack, Bellingham, Washington’s High Above finally set out to make a better option, complete with a 1.5L bladder and a design suitable for big days out. Learn more about the new High Above Cascadia 4L here…

Neil’s latest video features an in-depth breakdown of the bike and gear he brought on the Colorado Trail this year. Walking through every part of his system, it’s a comprehensive guide to how he packed a full-suspension rig for big days of aggressive, loaded riding. Watch the video below for all his insights…

Three years ago, Emily Heron rode the 1,000-kilometer Tree to Sea Loop on Vancouver Island solo. The anxiety that comes with traveling alone as a woman was intense and occasionally overwhelming. In this piece, she reflects on her experience, framed by the Taylor Swift album that acted as her guiding light, and shares thoughts on what it means to be a badass woman in the outdoors…

In his latest video, Justin McKinley unpacks his full Tour Divide setup, going through each of his bike bags and sharing a wealth of useful insight about what worked, what didn’t, and what he’d change next time. Watch the 35-minute video here…