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“The Pink Dots” is a new video from Annie Le that focuses on the women who took on the 2022 edition of the iconic Highland Trail 550 bikepacking race in Scotland. Rather than highlighting only the racers at the front of the pack, Annie set out to share the stories of riders from across the field, including those with differing definitions of success. Find the video, photos, and a written introduction here…

We’re proud to present “Broken Bike Blues,” a stirring film from Brady Lawrence that shares the story of his dad’s recovery and return to cycling after a tree fell directly on him while he was out on a ride. Join Brady and his dad, David, on their first bikepacking trip together through North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains in the 10-minute film here…

In this installment of Rider’s Lens, we get to know the work of designer Cory Campbell of Madison, Wisconsin, who shares a vibrant mix of his watercolor illustrations and digital creations. Get to know Cory and browse a wide-ranging selection of his work here…

More than 100 cyclists gathered in the Canary Islands to take on this year’s GranGuanche Audax Gravel event, a 700-kilometer self-supported race across five islands. Cynthia Frazier had big goals for this year’s event, and although things didn’t go as planned, she still had the ride of a lifetime. Find her story alongside a video from the event and a beautiful selection of photos here…

Last 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…

In 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…

In 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…

This 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…

This 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.

After 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…

Transcordilleras 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…

Photographer 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…