More by Nic
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Cane Creek Invert Review: Suspension of Disbelief
comment 74 time Nov 13 compose Nic Morales / Bikepacking GearLargely averse to trendy tech, Nic took a cautious look at the “world’s first gravel suspension fork,” the Cane Creek Invert, a sleek, limited-travel suspension fork—now with optional Invert Cargo Mounts. After months of riding trails and gravel roads, find his review here. Plus, watch Neil’s long-term video review with more on the cargo mounting accessory…
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Maps on Vinyl: An Atlas of Album Cover Maps
comment 3 time Nov 12 compose Logan Watts / DispatchWe figured fellow map lovers might be interested in “Maps on Vinyl: An Atlas of Album Cover Maps,” which is exactly what the title suggests—a one-of-a-kind book showcasing 415 map-themed album sleeves. Take a peek at it here…
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Where I Bike Ep. 4: Noah from Cursive Cycling
comment 0 time Nov 12 compose Guest / DispatchIn episode four of Craig Lambard’s “Where I Bike” video series, he visits Noah from Cursive Cycling in Bristol, England, to take a closer look at this stunning vintage bicycle collection and learn about his consultant work in the bike industry. Watch it here…
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The AeroPress Manual Coffee Grinder is Made for Coffee Outside
comment 36 time Nov 12 compose Nic Morales / DispatchThe new AeroPress Manual Coffee Grinder features a bikepacking-friendly design that offers premium grinding power in a portable package. For more on the brand’s travel-ready grinder, read on below…
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2025 Seven Serpents Film
comment 0 time Nov 12 compose Guest / Bikepacking VideosOver 100 riders participated in this year’s Seven Serpents event in Europe, an unsupported 850-kilometer bikepacking challenge from Ljubljana to Trieste through the Croatian islands. Find the 2025 Seven Serpents film here and a short introduction from filmmaker Alessandro Stefanato here…
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The New Wilde Heighliner is a Dune-Inspired Ti Gravel Race Bike
comment 4 time Nov 12 compose Nic Morales / DispatchThe Wilde Heighliner is a new gravel bike from the Minneapolis-based company made for fast and long days in the saddle. Built from double-butted titanium, the Heighliner is a Dune-inspired bike with a few interesting twists. See it here…
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Project Double Shake: 3,000 km on the Shaky Isles Route
comment 3 time Nov 12 compose Guest / InspirationLast month, Rufus Wenlock and Joe Nation raced the 3,000-kilometer Shaky Isles route along the length of New Zealand, starting at opposite ends of the country. Find a reflection from both of them here, including some insight into the unique logistics of racing in contrary directions and an incredible gallery of photos captured on their rides…
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Reimagining Cargo: A Prototype Companion for Forgotten Frames
comment 9 time Nov 11 compose Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchGeorge of Moga Bags in Brussels and his friend Brice Devleeschouwer recently designed and developed a prototype cargo system that adapts any old 26-inch mountain bike into an ideal platform for hauling goods around the city and beyond. Find a quick peek at the first version here…
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The Doom 2026 Routes are Now Live
comment 2 time Nov 11 compose Nic Morales / DispatchThe routes for Doom 2026—one of the most fearsome and hotly contested bikepacking races in the country—are now live via the Ozark Gravel Cyclists. Dive in below for more on all the new changes…
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The 2025 “Built with Purpose” Sale is Today Only!
comment 0 time Nov 11 compose Miles Arbour / DispatchOmbraz is back with its annual sale and has teamed up with around 40 like-minded brands to offer discounts on their gear today, including Bedrock Sandals, Nemo Equipment, Hyperlite, Swift Industries, and more. Find out how to take advantage of their discounts during the one-day “Built with Purpose” sale here…
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The Love Handles Rack Harness is Tour Divide-Tested
comment 32 time Nov 11 compose Nic Morales / DispatchTested at some of the most challenging bikepacking races in the world, the Love Handles rack harness is a new system from South City Stitchworks that makes dry bags more versatile. For more, read on below…
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Tackling the 2025 Nutmeg Nor’Easter on Road Bikes
comment 12 time Nov 11 compose Guest / InspirationAngela Wang attended the ninth annual Nutmeg Nor’Easter in Connecticut last month, questionably opting to ride the road bike she uses to commute around New York City. In this piece, she shares impressions from the event, a little about the joys and challenges of all-terrain underbiking, and a reminder of the accessibility of adventure…


















