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David Lamb’s latest release documents a lonely three-day ride along our 100-mile Mojave Solitaire bikepacking route in California. Find his impressions from the spectacular backcountry track and some insights from route designer Jeremy Nolan in the 20-minute video here…

“Riding Along with Rob” is a new release from Australian filmmaker Mick Turnbull that tells the story of how cycling has played an instrumental role in helping his friend Rob, a veteran, chart a path forward through mental health struggles. Watch it here…

The latest episode chronicling Ilse and Ryan “Kodak” Brown’s bikepacking journey from Argentina to Alaska highlights their time riding across Ecuador on the Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route. Find a written reflection and photos from Ryan here, including some standout moments and tips for anyone interested in riding the TEMBR…

After just over seven days, Eva Dethlefsen rolled into the southernmost point of New Zealand’s South Island, claiming the women’s title at the 2026 Tour Te Waipounamu. Find a written recap from Andrew Trevelyan with photos from Sami Sauri and Mark Watson here…

Luke Hoetjes was the first to finish the 2026 Tour Te Waipounamu, completing the 1,330-kilometer route in 4 days, 13 hours, and 20 minutes, setting a new course record. Find a detailed recap from Eileen Schwab with photos from Gavin Kaps here…

Bernardo Bacalhau’s “We Left Everything To Cycle The World” condenses three months of bikepacking between Singapore and Thailand with his partner Jule into a one-hour video. Find the full documentary with film photos and a short written piece on learning to accept kindness here…

Having recently completed her third edition of the brutal but beautiful Hunt 1000 bikepacking event in Australia, Natalie Anderson wrote this reflection on why she keeps returning despite all the effort required to get to the finish. Read her story and find a brilliant photo gallery from Gavin Kaps here…

The fourth edition of New Zealand’s Tour Te Waipounamu started over the weekend, with nearly 80 riders out tackling the 1,300-kilometer route down the length of the South Island. Find an introduction to the 2026 event from Eileen Schwab here, paired with photos from the first three days courtesy of Gavin Kaps…

In this edition of Rider’s Lens, we share a sweeping selection of illustrations from Copenhagen, Denmark-based artist and cyclist Jody Barton. Read on to browse a lively mix of Jody’s drawings, find his perspective on the ethics and economics of making art full-time, learn about his celebrated Dirty Filthy Bikepacking board game, and more…

Mick Turnbull’s latest video captures an easygoing bike tour across Japan’s picturesque northern island of Hokkaido. It’s a tribute to long days spent pedaling quiet roads, meandering along remote coastlines, and settling into the simple rhythms of traveling by bike. Watch the 25-minute video here…

With no fixed route or sense of urgency, Belén Castelló’s latest bikepacking getaway connected the Canary Islands of Lanzarote, La Graciosa, and Fuerteventura. Her new video captures two weeks of pedaling with a new friend, complete with many ocean swims, stunning campsites, local delicacies, and living in the present moment. Watch it here…

Having participated in the Atlas Mountain Race and seen Morocco go by in a hazy, exhausted blur, Valerio Stuart returned to the country over the winter to experience it at a gentler pace. Read on to find his story of giving himself permission to slow down, soak in half-seen views, stop for missed conversations, and linger over cups of tea, all while finding plenty of excitement and adventure…