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Snow-Biking on the Surly Moonlander: How do 6.2″ Tires Handle the White Stuff?
29 Jan 8 Logan Watts / newsIn his latest video, Neil ventures out on a series of rides to put the Surly Moonlander to the test in the snowy landscapes around Gunnison, Colorado. See how it handles a range of wintery conditions in the full video here…
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Good Night 2024 Roundup: Editors and Top Picks
9 Jan 8 Logan Watts / cultureWith our Good Night Campout behind us and the New Year just beginning, we’re excited to report that hundreds participated in our fourth year-end overnighter challenge. After digging through an abundance of submissions, we picked a dozen of our favorites to share, including two from the editors. Find a roundup of vignettes with excellent photos from South Korea, New Mexico, Canada, Poland, Scotland, and beyond here…
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$28 Military Sustainment Pouch Mini Panniers (MYOBG)
19 Jan 7 Logan Watts / bikepacking-bagsUS military sustainment pouches are tough and inexpensive, and with a couple simple hacks, they can become practical, budget-friendly mini-panniers. As part of our Budget Bikepacking Build-off, we tested this concept in the field. Check out this tutorial on how to make military sustainment pouch mini panniers…
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Our 12 Most Popular Articles and Routes of 2024
4 Dec 25 Logan Watts / cultureIn 2024, we published over 1,200 original articles and 54 bikepacking route guides spanning some 21,000 kilometers (13,000 miles). To further dissect this compendium of useful content, we’ve identified the 12 articles that captured the lion’s share of readers’ attention and the 12 most popular new bikepacking routes that folks found the most intriguing, rounding out an incredible year! See it all here…
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To All a Good Night!
1 Dec 20 Logan Watts / newsAs we wrap up another uniquely challenging year, we want to take a moment to wish you all happy holidays, express our gratitude for being part of our community in 2024, and bid you an excellent Good Night 2024 campout…
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Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump Inline Mount Announced
0 Dec 17 Logan Watts / newsWolf Tooth Components just released a new mount for their 40cc and 85cc EnCase pumps. The Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump Inline Mount stores the pump in place of a water bottle cage for a streamlined look and easy access. Find all the details here…
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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024
33 Dec 17 Logan Watts / accessoriesTo wrap up the year, Logan and Virginia curated their final Editor’s Dozen of 2024—a handpicked collection of 12(+) products, interests, and more that stood out during the fastest year ever on everything from local overnighters to trail rides in the Sierra Norte and Appalachians. Explore the full list here…
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Out of Office (Film)
2 Dec 16 Logan Watts / video“OUT OF OFFICE” is a new short film by Chris Burkard that delves into the delicate balance between work, family, and the desire for personal reflection that ignites inspiration. It poses the compelling question: what would you do with three days away from work? Watch it here…
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2024 Bikepacking Awards: Film, Photography, Writing, and Art
28 Dec 16 Logan Watts / videoIn the final installment of our 2024 Bikepacking Awards, we honor the work of inspiring creators with 37 awards across 10 categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Trip Photography, Best Event Documentation, Best Writing, and more. Explore the full list of winners in our tenth annual awards here…
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Tailfin’s Bagging the Big’un with Josh Bryceland (Video)
0 Dec 12 Logan Watts / newsTo make a splash with their new Long Top Tube Bag, Tailfin released this short and fun video featuring pro downhiller Josh Bryceland Bagging the Big’un. Watch it here…
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Tailfin Long Top Tube Bag Review: Function Over Form
9 Dec 12 Logan Watts / bikepacking-bagsJust released, the Tailfin Long Top Tube Bag comes in three lengthy sizes with some pretty nifty features. After testing one ahead of today’s launch, Logan may have changed his views on this style of bag, upgrading it from an ugly duckling to a useful darling. Read about that and more in our full Tailfin Long Top Tube Bag Review here…
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Pachamama: Chords of Freedom (Video)
0 Dec 10 Logan Watts / newsThe newest chapter of Orbea’s Pachamama series follows the band Architects’ guitarist Adam Christianson as he reflects on the correlation of music, cycling, and freedom, aligning with the series’ core ethos: exploring the world both outside and within. Watch it here…