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167 mi. / 269 km5 days
Paramos Conexion
19 Jun 20 Logan WattsThe Páramos Conexión is a linear bikepacking route created to link the well-regarded Oh Boyacá! with our Ruta Chingaza loop. The connector can be used to ride both routes as a one-way journey, which allows riders to take in more of Colombia's incredible high-altitude páramos. -
The New Forager Cycles Link Wrench: First Look
14 Jun 16 Logan Watts / accessoriesForager Cycles just released their new titanium Link Wrench, which combines three common box-end sizes and another unexpected trick in a lightweight and user-friendly package. Learn more about the Forager Link Wrench in this first look…
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Sofiane Sehili Passes Mike Hall’s Record Dot on the Tour Divide
19 Jun 16 Logan Watts / newsMeanwhile, farther south on the Tour Divide, leader Sofiane Sehili recently “passed” Mike Hall’s 2016 course record dot overnight. Learn more and check in with the live tracking here…
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The Granite Design Stash RT Puts a Ratchet in Your Steerer
6 Jun 15 Logan Watts / newsJust announced, the Granite Design Stash RT stores a two-way ratcheting multi-tool in your fork steerer tube with nine bits secured by magnets and an optional GPS top cap mount. Details here…
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Fill in the Map
47 Jun 15 Logan Watts / plogAnnouncing our latest routes challenge, with 20 great prize packages up for grabs! We’re looking for exceptional one-night routes to expand our Local Overnighter Project archive and get more folks out bikepacking. To help fill in the world map, we invite you to submit your favorite local bikepacking overnighter route before August 31st for a chance to win amazing prizes from Austere, Cedaero, Forager, High Above, Wolf Tooth Components, and more…
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Stronger Together: Identity and Endurance with Alexandera Houchin (Film)
15 Jun 14 Logan Watts / videoFreehub Magazine’s latest film, “Stronger Together,” takes an intimate look at ultra-endurance athlete Alexandera Houchin’s life and explores concepts of identity, forgiveness, and more. Watch the full 20-minute film here…
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Sofiane Sehili Gets High in Colombia (Video)
5 Jun 13 Logan Watts / newsIn case you want to see more from Sofiane Sehili (beyond his current Tour Divide efforts), he recently published this video documenting an 18-day gravel bikepacking trip on some of the highest roads in the Colombian Andes. Watch the video and learn more about his route here…
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Friday Debrief: ATB Prototypes, Vegan Bags, and Fresh X-Pac Colors
4 Jun 10 Logan Watts / newsThis week’s Debrief features a new riser bar from Veloci Cycles, chamois cream for ultra-endurance riders, Carradice’s new animal-friendly bag range, Fabio’s Fanny in Bubblegum Iridescent, two events to follow live, and more. Find it all here…
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2022 Tour Divide Fire Reroutes and Who to Watch This Year
11 Jun 10 Logan Watts / newsThe 2022 Tour Divide kicks off shortly with 250 riders registered and around 170 lining up in Banff, Alberta. Following two hard-hit pandemic years, 2022 is the first time the event will (almost) run in its entirety. Find details about the 2022 route, what to expect, and who to watch in this preview…
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Check out the Crust Bikes Harvey Mushman Riser Bar
10 Jun 9 Logan Watts / newsJust released, the new 800mm Crust Bikes Harvey Mushman Riser Bar comes in two colors, two backsweep variations, and might make the perfect handlebar for setting up your ATB high and wide. Learn more here…
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Garmin Edge 1040 Solar Claims up to 100 Hours of Battery Life
22 Jun 8 Logan Watts / newsThe new Garmin Edge 1040 Solar GPS unit uses a large solar-powered lens built into the display and claims up to 100 hours of battery life. Find more details and photos here…
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Ratio 1x13C Upgrade Kit: 11-speed to 13-speed Ekar Conversion
26 Jun 7 Logan Watts / newsUK-based Ratio Technology just released a simple upgrade kit that converts SRAM 11-speed shifters and derailleurs to 13-speed to work with Campagnolo Ekar cassettes. Read all about the new Ratio 1x13C Upgrade Kit here…