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For a long time, setting off on a bikepacking trip felt unattainable for Lizz Corrigan. That is, until she decided she was done letting a lack of gear and experience hold her back and traveled to Scotland to ride a 220-mile route with her partner Ben. She shares some reflections on her first trip here, along with some advice on how to get started…

Summit Road is a stunning 20-mile stretch of gravel that snakes its way through California’s Santa Cruz Mountains, but almost half of it is illegally guarded by metal gates and misleading “no trespassing” signs. In this essay, Aaron Rickel writes about the fight to keep Summit Road public, and the lessons it offers to all public lands users…

Intrigued by Tasmania since childhood, Mateo Arango Guerrero finally traveled there with a group of friends to experience it firsthand. Their six-day bikepacking route delivered an unforgettable ride across the island, packed with tough climbs, nights under the stars, and interactions with hospitable locals. Read all about it here…

Deane Parker’s latest video takes us on a two-day bikepacking trip through New Zealand’s dramatic Craigieburn Range. Watch it here, along with a short trip recap and gear list from Deane…

Seeking a quieter alternative to the busy roads she encountered on previous bike tours, Alissa Bell took to the byways of Idaho and Oregon for her first bikepacking trip. In this piece, she shares her first impressions and lessons learned as a new bikepacker…

“Ride What Ya Brung” is a new short film that follows Deane Parker as he takes on his first brevet, a 250km event through New Zealand’s scenic Canterbury High Country. Watch it here, along with a short introduction from Deane…

In this Rider’s Lens, we’re showcasing the work of Yorkshire-based photographer Matty Waudby, who shares his motivations for capturing the idiosyncrasies of everyday life and documenting his bicycle travels around the world. Find a selection of his work here…

Ever wonder what it’d be like to ride through Norway in the dead of winter? Tim Wiggins and his riding partners did, and headed there last January to find out. Discover their story of pedaling up icy switchbacks, across frozen lakes, and along deserted fjords here…

Periods affect roughly half the population and have significant impacts in sports, but are rarely talked about. In this Guide to Bikepacking on Your Period, Katherine Moore shines some light on the subject, providing insight and tips, plus feedback from several riders and racers…

The Length of Time is a reflection of Josh Ibbett’s 2019 Tour Divide experience, a mix of self-filmed GoPro footage and video captured by Ryan Le Garrec and Lander Deldime, highlighting the highs and the lows of his ride. Watch the full film here, including a synopsis from Josh and additional photos by Ryan…

Having recently moved to Finland, Allan Knabe set out to explore the northern reaches of his new home by bike. During a rare black supermoon he set out though Kaldoaivi National Park, a magical land where reindeer (and possibly goblins) run free. Find his story here…

No strangers to ultra-distance riding, Axel Carion and Jonas Deichmann set out to tackle the full length of the Peru Great Divide, riding over 1,100 miles in just 16 days. Find Axel’s reflection on their ride here, including details on their route and a beautiful set of photos…