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Eastern Divide Trail and NFCT by Bikeanoe (Bike & Canoe)
16 Apr 10 Guest / plogLast fall, Micah Fay set out to pedal and paddle the Eastern Divide Trail and Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) by bike and canoe. In this two-in-one report, Micah reflects on the trip, shares his method for portaging the canoe by bike, and offers some perspective from the roads and waterways…
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Reader’s Rig: Tom Norman’s Mone El Continente
42 Mar 31 Guest / bikesIn this feature edition of Reader’s Rig, we get to know Tom Norman of Vancouver, British Columbia, who shares an in-depth look at his gorgeous Mone El Continente. Find a brilliant set of photos and details about his highly considered build here, which includes a Rohloff drivetrain, dynamo lighting, and a great backstory…
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Make Your Own Seat Harness from an Upcycled Tire
37 Mar 27 Guest / bikepacking-bagsIn our latest Make Your Own Bikepacking Gear (MYOBG) tutorial, Rémi Quinquin shares a simple guide to repurposing a worn-out tire to create a clever upcycled seat harness. Find his step-by-step guide to making a unique and functional seat harness that can reduce waste and save money here…
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Cycling to Argentina EP7: Too Cold to Camp (Video)
1 Mar 25 Guest / videoIn the seventh episode of Greg McCahon and Ana Victoria Cedillo’s “Cycling to Argentina” video series, the pair are caught in a snowstorm while pedaling through British Columbia. They’re forced to seek shelter to escape the cold, leading to some heartwarming interactions with the Canadians who take them in. Watch it here…
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Bikepacking the Americas / Colombia (Video)
4 Mar 23 Guest / videoThis installment of Hans de Neve’s ongoing “Bikepacking the Americas” video series finds him pedaling across Colombia on a 1,600-kilometer route connecting less-traveled valleys and small towns. Find the five-minute video and a vibrant gallery of photos here…
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Oh-Man! Exploring The Best Of The Western Hajar
14 Mar 22 Guest / planThis winter, Amy Jurries and her riding partner Andrew set out on a 675-kilometer bikepacking trip through the Western Hajar mountains in the Sultanate of Oman. Following the trip, Amy put together this excellent report alongside a stunning gallery of photos and logistical details on the route.
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Bikepacking the Gran Canaria Grande (Video)
23 Mar 21 Guest / videoAfter a couple of winters spent scouting, Tristan Ridley’s latest video documents his first full ride of the new Gran Canaria Grande bikepacking route in Spain’s spectacular Canary Islands. You can watch the full 45-minute video and learn all about the dramatic five-day bikepacking route and its development here…
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Transcordilleras: Colombian Gravel Madness
6 Mar 12 Guest / plogTranscordilleras is a 1,000-kilometer self-supported bikepacking race across the Andes in Colombia. This year, the organizers offered three-stage, eight-stage, and non-stop versions of the event. Find a report from non-stop race winner Julian Manrique with a beautiful gallery of images from the Transcordilleras media team here…
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On Four Wheels: Capturing the 2023 Atlas Mountain Race
9 Mar 10 Guest / plogPhotographer Chris McClean was in Morocco to document the 2023 Atlas Mountain Race last month. In this piece, he shares his unique perspective of the event from behind the lens and reflects on how the challenges of chasing riders across the country from the passenger seat helped create a common bond. Find his story and an astounding set of images here…
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Bikepacking the Americas / Ecuador (Video)
0 Mar 7 Guest / videoIn this brief installment of Hans de Neve’s “Bikepacking the Americas” video series, he shares some colorful impressions from his time riding a couple of our routes in Ecuador, showcasing the diverse trails, dynamic weather conditions, and local flavors he experienced along the way. Watch the three-minute video here…
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The Pass: A Winter Bikepacking Adventure (Video)
14 Mar 3 Guest / video“The Pass” is a new video from Ricard Calmet and Alba Xandri that shares a cinematic look at their recent bikepacking journey along the storied Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Find the captivating 12-minute video, a lively gallery of images, and a written account of their trip up the Thorong La Pass here…
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Rider’s Lens: Sarah Pendergrass Illustrates all the Gear
24 Mar 2 Guest / plogOur latest installment of Rider’s Lens showcases the work of Scotland-born, Australia-living artist Sarah Pendergrass, who shares a sweeping mix of annotated bike and camping gear drawings from her “All the Gear Illustrated” project. Get to know Sarah and see a selection of her work here…