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2026 Sea Otter Finds (Part 5): Tailfin Teaser, Slug Gasser, a Budget 32-inch Fork, Ian’s Moonlander, and More…
45 Apr 23 Miles Arbour / CultureOur fifth and final written roundup from the 2026 Sea Otter Classic saves some of the best for last. In this compilation, you’ll find a $350 32er fork, the new OPEN WI.DE. 2.0, a Tailfin teaser, the BTCHN’ Bandito, a stunning steel Fargo 32 build, and whole lot more. Dig in to everything below…
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There are Fewer than 30 Esker Solitaire Framesets Available
1 Apr 22 Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchThe Esker Solitaire is a rigid steel frameset with room for burly tires and some nostalgic design cues that harken back to simpler times. The Minnesota brand has fewer than 30 remaining in a fresh “Digging for Gold” colorway, and when they’re gone, they’re gone for good. Learn more about the 2026 Esker Solitaire here…
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2026 Genesis Updates Include Geometry Changes, Hydraulic Brakes, and More
5 Apr 22 Nic Morales / DispatchGenesis has announced five updated models and one new frame across its dirt-oriented platforms, the Croix de Fer, Vagabond, and Tour de Fer. Each comes with a host of build-kit updates and other changes to refresh them for 2026. Read all about the changes below…
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98.5 mi. / 158 km 2 daysLondon Escape to Surrey Hills
13 Apr 22 Guest Routes EuropeStarting in the suburbs of London, this route leaves the big city far behind and showcases the dazzling variety of off-road riding in the Surrey Hills. In 100 miles, you'll experience beautiful stretches of gravel, exhilarating woodland descents, sandy heathland, pine forests, and peaceful towpaths… -
Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2026 (Part 6)
1 Apr 22 Neil Beltchenko / CulturePart six of our Sea Otter Classic coverage highlights a wildly modified Surly Moonlander and the debut of the new OPEN WIDE 2.0 with a range of updates, including clearance for 2.6″ tires. The 32-inch conversation continues with prototype components from Fox/Race Face and expanded tire options from Maxxis and Panaracer. Lastly, Topeak showcases a lineup of modular racks and waterproof storage solutions. Watch it here…
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The Bombtrack Munroe Cargo has an Integrated Front Rack
7 Apr 22 Nic Morales / DispatchGerman brand Bombtrack just updated their unique aluminum utility bike, the Munroe Cargo. Equipped with a 20″ front wheel and a 27.5″ rear wheel, this refreshed cargo-oriented bike features an integrated front rack that sits independently of the fork. Read on for more details on the Bombtrack Munroe…
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The Fire Maple Petrel Pour-Over Kettle Was Made for Coffee Outside
7 Apr 22 Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchChinese brand Fire Maple’s new Petrel Pour-Over Kettle is a lightweight, modular kettle designed for discerning hikers and bikepackers who take their morning coffee a little too seriously. Take a look at the feature-rich $33 boiler here…
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66 mi. / 106 km 2 daysSan Diego High Country Overnighter
10 Apr 22 Guest Routes USAThe San Diego High Country Overnighter is an overnight bikepacking loop through the Cuyamaca and Laguna Mountain Ranges east of San Diego, California. The route weaves together stretches of technical singletrack and quiet roadways as it passes through the region’s characteristic chaparral and conifer pine forests... -
The New SRAM Eagle S-Series Consolidates an Expansive Groupset Lineup
7 Apr 21 Nic Morales / DispatchAvailable on OE bikes and through aftermarket channels, SRAM has quietly consolidated its signature Eagle series under a new system: Eagle S-Series. For more on how these changes could affect you, read on below…
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Video: Fresh Finds at Sea Otter 2026 (Part 5)
0 Apr 21 Neil Beltchenko / CulturePart five of our Sea Otter Classic coverage zeroes in on smarter bag systems, adaptable cockpit parts, and a few thoughtful component updates. Along the way, Neil checks out Old Man Mountain and Robert Axle Project, more 32-inch suspension developments from SR Suntour and KS, and Tout Terrain’s new Catalina prototype. Watch it here…
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The MEC 2Kilo Project is a Complete Ultralight System
11 Apr 21 Nic Morales / DispatchCanada’s Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) has created a complete backcountry sleep system that weighs less than 2 kilograms (4.5 pounds). Complete with a sleeping pad, four-season bag, shelter, and backpack, it’s an impressively light setup that could function as a bikepacking system. Read on for more on this new sleep kit…
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Cycling a Lesser-Known Side of the Philippines (Video)
1 Apr 21 Belén Castelló / Bikepacking VideosBelén Castelló’s latest bikepacking video series finds her arriving in the Philippines with only a loose plan for her trip. Once on the road, she connects with a new local friend who helps ease her into the journey through the unfamiliar country. Find the 40-minute video with a written introduction and photos here…
