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Shimano Deore Review: Why Pay More?
32 Oct 16 Neil Beltchenko / Bikepacking GearElectronic drivetrains dominated the headlines a few years ago, but resistance to new technology and ever-increasing prices have driven demand for simple, effective mechanical groupsets. Neil spent a rigorous test period with Shimano’s new Deore system to see whether it can really compete with other modern groupsets. Find his full video and written reviews below…
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Reader’s Rig: Jon’s Sour Pasta Party
2 Oct 16 Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchThis week’s Reader’s Rig comes from our friend Jon Woodroof in Amsterdam, who shares the custom Sour Pasta Party hardtail he built for the inaugural Taurus Mountain Race in Türkiye, which started earlier this week. Meet Jon and check out his Dresden-made race rig here…
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New KNIPEX TwinGrip XS Might be a Good Addition to the Tool Roll
7 Oct 15 Logan Watts / DispatchWeighing just 58 grams, the new KNIPEX TwinGrip XS could be a great tool for tackling stubborn bolts and unexpected trailside repairs. Find out why it caught our attention as a potential addition to the bikepacking tool roll here…
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Last Call for The Bikepacking Journal 17!
0 Oct 15 Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchOur fall member drive ends Saturday, the cutoff to join the Bikepacking Collective and start your membership with The Bikepacking Journal 17. Don’t miss out! Learn about the upcoming issue, find a recap of $12,000 in giveaways, browse 110+member discounts, and sign up to support our work here…
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Check out the Titanium Sonder Rubicon Gravel+ Adventure Bike
0 Oct 15 Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchBuilding on their popular Camino all-roader, the new Sonder Rubicon is a titanium gravel-plus bike they call “the Goldilocks of mixed terrain.” Learn more about the UK brand’s latest model here…
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The State 6061 Trail+ Fat Bike V2 Costs Just $1,200
3 Oct 15 Nic Morales / DispatchFor the first time in nearly a decade, State has updated its fat bike model. With a slacker front end and clearance for 26 x 4.8″ tires, this aluminum fat bike could be the rig that helps riders get out in the most brutal conditions…
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Surly Preamble Review: Material Conditions
68 Oct 15 Nic Morales / Bikepacking BikesTo replace one of its most beloved bikes, Surly launched the Preamble in 2023 as a light-duty commuter. With minor geometry changes, disc brakes, and an equally enticing price point, it was unclear whether the Preamble can match the acclaim its predecessor, the Cross-Check, earned. Nic spent some time with this commuter-focused budget bike to see what works and what doesn’t on one of the most affordable production bikes on the market…
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The 2026 Revel Ranger Ti has a Titanium Front and Carbon Rear Triangle
7 Oct 14 Nic Morales / DispatchInspired by the brand’s RaTical prototype from last year, the Revel Ranger Ti is a 3D-printed, full-suspension trail bike designed to push the limits of both its design and its rider. Dive into the details below…
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Collective Reward Roundup: Another 20 Chances to Win Big!
1 Oct 14 Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchOur fall membership ends on Saturday, when we’ll draw winners for about 20 fresh Collective Reward prize packages worth more than $12,000. See everything we’ll be giving away and sign up to support our work in time to be automatically entered to win here…
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Meaghan Hackinen’s Taurus Mountain Race Bike Check (Video)
1 Oct 14 Guest / DispatchThe debut edition of the Taurus Mountain Race is officially underway, taking more than 250 intrepid riders on a 1,440-kilometer journey across Türkiye. Meaghan Hackinen is out there racing, and her latest video shares a detailed look at her bike and gear. Watch it here…
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329 mi. / 529 km 8 daysThe Great Smoky Mountains Traverse
12 Oct 14 Daniel Jessee USAThe Great Smoky Mountains Traverse showcases the fringes of Western North Carolina and Northeast Tennessee as it dips into Great Smoky Mountains National Park and crosses some of the world's oldest rocks and rivers. Seeking as much rugged dirt as possible, you’ll encounter quaint mountain towns, world-class singletrack, European settler and Native American history, high-country views, and waterfalls on this adventure… -
The Cut List (Vol. 3): Gear Miles Has Left Behind
147 Oct 13 Miles Arbour / Bikepacking GearIn the third installment of The Cut List, Miles shares a dozen items he once relied on but, after a decade of experimenting, testing, and bikepacking, would be okay with never using again. Find a curated list of items and strategies he has turned his back on in The Cut List Vol. 3 here…
