Singletrack/MTB
Gravel/All-road
Dirt-road Touring
Fat-bike
Logan Watts
Pedaling Nowhere
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A Winter Getaway on the Queen’s Ransom
2 Mar 20 Logan Watts / videoIn early February, Andrew, Austin, Max, Mike, and Neil escaped winter to ride the Queen’s Ransom, a ruggedly beautiful bikepacking route east of Phoenix, Arizona. Along the way, they experienced outstanding views, incredible light, perfect weather, and plenty of surprises. Watch the video that documents their trip alongside a written reflection from Mike and a beautiful collection of photos.
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The Dynamic Choice (Video)
10 Mar 17 Logan Watts / newsBreaking news before the weekend: the folks over at Ultradynamico just released this unexpected music video with their new corporate jingle, “The Dynamic Choice.” It’s loads of fun and well worth a few minutes of your time. Watch it here…
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The New Ritchey Comp Corralitos Handlebar Has Some Interesting Angles
11 Mar 16 Logan Watts / newsAdding to their growing list of exciting and innovative cockpit components, Ritchey recently released the Comp Corralitos Handlebar, a compact drop bar with unique angles for long off-road rides. Learn more about it and why it might be one of the better options for non-drop-bar bikes here…
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Check out the Ghost Asket Advanced EQ
2 Mar 15 Logan Watts / newsEQ stands for equipped on the recently released Ghost Asket Advanced EQ gravel bike, which was quietly unveiled by the German brand last week. Find all the specs and details and a release video starring our friend Neza here…
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Collective Reward #146: Topeak Gravel Kit
1 Mar 14 Logan Watts / newsWe’re giving a complete gravel kit from Topeak to one lucky Bikepacking Collective member for Collective Reward #146. This reward pack includes tools, pumps, fenders, two bags, and more. Find all the details here…
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Wolf Tooth Waveform Pedals Now in Four New Colors
5 Mar 14 Logan Watts / newsWolf Tooth Components just announced four new colors of their award-winning Waveform flat pedals. Find out more about the espresso, olive, red, and raw silver Waveforms here…
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Ron’s Bikes Fabio’s Chest Review: Made in Nutmeg Country
55 Mar 14 Logan Watts / bikepacking-bagsA longflap saddlebag is the centerpiece of many neo-traditional dirt touring setups, and the Ron’s Bikes Fabio’s Chest has become a modern classic since its inception in 2016. In this review, Logan digs into the backstory behind Fab’s Chest and reports back on the latest Connecticut-made waxed Cordura model after 1,000 miles of use while bikepacking the Eastern Divide Trail and roaming around the mountains of western North Carolina…
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Calander Iceland Divide (video)
1 Mar 13 Logan Watts / newsIn the early summer of 2022, father and son Bruno and Damien Calandre decided to tackle a version of the Iceland Divide. After a harsh and snowy spring, the ride proved to be tougher than they anticipated. Watch the video they made along the way here…
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Women on the Move (Film)
7 Mar 8 Logan Watts / cultureIn the latest film from The Adventure Syndicate, “Women on the Move,” a team in Scotland uncovers some fascinating research into clothing patents and reveals an extraordinary hidden history behind women’s sportswear. You can watch the unique 25-minute film, read about the project’s backstory, and browse a gallery of photos here…
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Ryan Duzer, John, and Mira Ride The Grand Dirt Tour (videos)
5 Mar 7 Logan Watts / videoOur friend Ryan Van Duzer recently met up with dogpacking duo John and Mira for a six-day ride on the San José del Pacifico Grand Dirt Tour route down in Oaxaca, Mexico. Along the way, he made this six-part video series documenting their trip. Watch it here…
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When (and How) To Pack Out Your Poop + The Best WAG Bags
18 Mar 7 Logan Watts / tipsWhen traveling in sensitive areas or desert climates, it’s important to understand best practices when it comes to human waste. In our latest video, Neil explains when you should pack out your poop, some proven techniques, and how to carry it safely. Plus, find a list of some of the best “WAG” bags available…
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New from NC: Cane Creek IL Shocks and Industry Nine iRiX Headsets
2 Mar 2 Logan Watts / newsTwo new interesting products came out in our neck of the woods over the last couple of days. Learn more about Industry Nine’s colorful new iRiX headsets and the promising Air IL and Coil IL shocks from Cane Creek with four-way damping adjustability, fit for short-travel 29ers…
