More by Nic
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The Pinkoi Whale Spout Makes Coffee Outside Mess-Free
comment 13 time May 19 compose Nic Morales / DispatchTransferring boiling water from a camp pot to an AeroPress or Kalita can sometimes be messy. With the Pinkoi Whale Spout, the process of pouring any liquid from a pot or mug could be quite a bit easier. For more on this unique handmade device, check out the details below…
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The Divide Collective is For Women, Trans, and Non-Binary Riders of Tour Divide
comment 1 time May 19 compose Guest / DispatchUltra-endurance athlete Meaghan Hackinen noticed there wasn’t a place for non-male riders to connect and create community, so she created The Divide Collective, a WhatsApp group with conversations, virtual check-ins, and a pre-event meetup ahead of the 2026 Tour Divide. Learn more and join the group here…
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Find Spring 2026 Merch in our Web Shop Now
comment 32 time May 19 compose Logan Watts / DispatchYesterday, we rolled out a fresh batch of merchandise to our members, including new tees, bottles, and some restocked hats, stickers, and patches. A few pieces went quickly, but there’s still plenty available, and we’re now opening it up to all readers. Find details and link to the shop here…
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209 mi. / 336 km 4 daysThe Steel Triangle
comment 35 time May 19 compose Guest Routes USAThe 209-mile Steel Triangle bikepacking route connects rail trails and gravel through Western Pennsylvania’s reborn forests and enduring industrial heart, where forgotten furnaces and bridges tell the story of coal, steel, and resilience. Riders flow from the gentle, river-hugging Great Allegheny Passage to the remote, rugged heights of Laurel Ridge, then back through a network of remote rail trails and small towns—an accessible yet soulful journey that balances history, wilderness, and adventure… -
One Last Job: Omnium Mini-Max Build (Video)
comment 0 time May 18 compose Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchLehi Cano’s latest video, “One Last Job,” documents a custom Omnium Mini-Max build for his partner, Kelly. After years of her borrowing his cargo bike, he figured it was finally time she got one of her own. Watch the 15-minute video set to some funky music here…
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Gwen Cameron Is First Woman to Finish 2026 Pinyons and Pines Race
comment 2 time May 18 compose Wyatt Spalding / DispatchGwen Cameron finished her first-ever bikepacking race yesterday evening, becoming the fastest woman to complete the 2026 Pinyons and Pines event in Arizona. She completed the 413-mile route in just 3 days, 13 hours, and 45 minutes. Find photos and a recap of her ride from Wyatt Spalding here…
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Weekend Snapshot
comment 0 time May 18 compose Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchOur 231st consecutive Monday morning Weekend Snapshot looks back at recent reader getaways in New Zealand, Montana, and British Columbia. Join a few folks from our global community on beautiful backyard rides and use the form to share a shot from one of your bikepacking adventures here…
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Emil & Karl: Small Wheels, Big Mountains (Film)
comment 14 time May 18 compose Guest / Bikepacking Videos“Emil & Karl” is an uplifting 22-minute film that follows two dads and their young sons on a six-day bikepacking journey through the Swiss Alps. With patience, humor, and a healthy dose of pushing, it’s a celebration of childlike wonder and shared family adventure. Watch it and find an introduction from director Holger Wimmer here…
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Timon Fish Wins 2026 Pinyons and Pines Race + Podium Update
comment 2 time May 16 compose Wyatt Spalding / DispatchEarly this morning, 40-year-old Timon Fish was the first to finish the 2026 Pinyons and Pines race in Arizona. Despite the challenging conditions, Timon wrapped up his 413-mile ride in just 1 day, 20 hours, 47 minutes. Find photos from the finish and an update on the podium here…
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2026 Pinyons and Pines: The Most Demanding Edition Yet
comment 2 time May 16 compose Wyatt Spalding / CultureAs riders in the 2026 Pinyons and Pines race in Arizona begin their third day, Wyatt Spalding shares a detailed breakdown of this year’s route and photos from the first two days of the event. Dig into his recap and browse a stunning photo gallery here…
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Two Weeks Left for the Wheels MFG x Surly Karate Monkey Giveaway
comment 0 time May 15 compose Lucas Winzenburg / DispatchThere are just a couple of weeks remaining to enter our spring bike giveaway with Wheels Manufacturing and Surly Bikes! One lucky winner will receive a beautiful singlespeed Surly Karate Monkey decked out with Wheels MFG bits. Find details and enter to win here…
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Friday Debrief: Hoff Touring Bike, New Cyber Cycles Fork, Bike Theft Map, World’s Lightest Valves, and More…
comment 32 time May 15 compose Team Work / DispatchThis week’s Debrief features a beautiful Hoff touring bike, a worldwide bike theft map, a new Cyber Cycles fork, the world’s lightest tubeless valves, a bunch of events to follow live, and much more. Find it all here…


















