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The Cape Wrath Fellowship
2 Oct 15 Guest / videoCelebrating its 70th anniversary, Sam Jones recounts the history of the Cape Wrath Fellowship, founded by cycling journalist Rex “Ragged Staff” Coley to encourage more adventures by bike. What’s more, it’s still open membership to this day. Watch the film, enjoy the accompanying images, and find out more about this fascinating slice of bike touring history… then brave the weather, head up to mainland UK’s most remote chip of land, and join up for yourself!
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Touring the San Juan Huts Gravel Grinder
11 Oct 8 Guest / plogLast summer, Hunter Ellis and a ragtag bunch of friends and family took on the San Juan Huts Gravel Grinder, a three-day route that connects Grand Junction to Moab and takes advantage of a network of stocked backcountry huts. See their story of riding through geological wonders, mingling with colorful locals, and learning to ride as a group…
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Northcape 4000: A Journey to the End of Europe
15 Oct 4 Guest / plogSophie Gateau spent more than three weeks navigating the unknown as she rode from Italy and into the northernmost expanses of Europe in this year’s Northcape 4000. Read on for her story of pedaling through the wild and wonderful, plus a collection of uniquely beautiful photos…
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Bikepacking the Cairngorms: A Father and Son Fatbike Adventure (Film)
35 Sep 30 Guest / videoPhotographer and videographer Jeremy Janin surprises his father with a 5-day self-supported bikepacking trip along The Cairngorms Loop in the Scottish Highlands. They had everything planned, but nothing went as planned. Watch the full film here alongside a fantastic photoset and details from their trip in Jeremy’s words…
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West Coast Wilderness Trail
2 Aug 30 Guest / videoDamian and Catharine set off to explore New Zealand’s coast on a series of trails ending with the renowned West Coast Wilderness Trail. Along the way they made this short film. Watch it here, then read the full report from their trip…
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Hoodoo Bikepacks by Sam Erhard
7 Aug 27 Guest / cultureSam Erhard, a graduate at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, designed a unique collection of modular bikepacking frame bags as part of his senior design thesis. We reached out to learn more about the program, the bags, and his inspiration for the project. Find details (and a video Sam produced) here…
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Life at 7km/hour: Family Bikepacking in New Zealand
21 Aug 23 Guest / plogJoachim Rosenlund, his wife Melanie, and their 11-month-old daughter Alva head out on a New Zealand adventure in search of their first quiet time as a new family. Read on for their story of balancing expectations with reality and discovering small surprises while pedaling with a little one…
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WTF Bristol Chapter: A Mendips Overnighter
8 Jul 17 Guest / cultureInspired by antics from over the pond, Katherine Moore reports from the UK’s first WTF Ride Series meetup; a friendly 60-mile loop around the Mendips. Read on for a report on how the weekend went, a map of the route, and tips for organising your own local WTF ride…
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Bikepacking Recipe: Great Divide Endurance Bars
22 Jun 21 Guest / foodWith the 2019 Tour Divide underway, we thought we’d share this recipe for homemade Great Divide Endurance Bars, dreamed up to support a 10-day ride along the route from Banff to Yellowstone. They’re organic, gluten-free, and designed to provide sustained energy. Find the ingredients, recipe, and a step-by-step video here…
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Rider’s Lens: Chris McNally’s Illustration
9 Jun 17 Guest / plogIn this edition of Rider’s Lens, we’re showcasing the clever and colorful illustrations of Chris McNally, whose work you might recognize from The Bikepacking Journal and around the web. Read on for some thoughts on how illustration has changed his perspective on cycling, along with a diverse selection of his watercolors…
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Catalina Island: Making Weekends Count
16 Jun 10 Guest / plogSeeking a quick and easy getaway, Yuto Watanabe and his wife Shirley escaped the hustle of Los Angeles for the quiet roads of Catalina Island, just a short ferry ride off the coast. He shares some thoughts about the rewards of a simple, care-free trip here, along with a selection of vibrant images from their weekend away…
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Pedal to the Sons
8 Jun 3 Guest / plogDespite never having been on a bike trip and confronting feelings of self-doubt, Samantha Saskia Dugon couldn’t shake the idea of riding from the UK to Belgium to photograph a concert by one of her favorite bands. She hit the road after seeking advice from other solo female travelers and borrowing an assortment gear, and an immensely rewarding experience followed. Find her story here…