Logan Watts

After a lot of waiting, we finally got ahold of a shiny new Stooge MK6 and proceeded to get it dirty while putting tons of miles on it throughout all manner of trail rides and bikepacking trips around the Appalachians. Find an extensive write-up on the MK6 featuring some Stooge history, a rumination on riding rigid mountain bikes, loads of photos, and an in-depth review here…

The Tumbleweed Big Dipper is a new ultra-wide, dirt-centric drop bar that comes in three widths ranging from 510mm to a whopping 570mm and features an interesting combination of angles and measurements. We tested two sizes of this unique handlebar prior to today’s launch for our detailed review. Find it here…

This year’s final batch of BIKEPACKING.com merchandise is on its way to the shop soon. This collection includes a new long-sleeve tee, a fresh supply of pack hats in several new colors, and a variety of stickers. Learn more and see a few teaser photos of what’s to come in our fall 2023 release here…

In PARAÍSO, the latest film from North Carolina’s Year of the Trail, our friend Cata Noreña introduces the Club de Exploradores, a program that helps Latinx/Hispanic kids discover the beauty of the outdoors. Watch it here and learn more about the program…

Made in Gunnison, Colorado, the unique Goodday + Curiosity Spacer Cradle replaces a headset spacer, clamps to the steerer tube, and provides a sturdy steel mini-rack to support a dry bag or other burrito-shaped items. We had the chance to put one to the test for this review…

During a multitude of big rides this year, Logan was on a quest to find the perfect combination of handlebar material and backsweep. Along the way, he tested several alt bars, including steel and titanium variations of the Doom Bikepacker’s Delight. Find his in-depth review alongside a comparison of steel vs. titanium handlebars here…

Just announced, the 2024 Transition TransAM gets a complete revamp with modern geometry and two sleek finishes. Learn more about this limited re-release of a classic here…

The Wolf Tooth Remote 360 is a new Minnesota-made dropper lever that retrofits 1980s video game technology to create a completely ambidextrous solution. We had the chance to try out the Remote 360 ahead of today’s launch for this review…

Congratulations to Alexandera Houchin, who successfully completed the arduous 800-mile Arizona Trail Race last night, establishing fresh women’s singlespeed records for both the AZT800 and the Triple Crown Challenge. Learn more and find photos from the finish here…

A colossal congratulations goes out to Katya Rakhmatulina, who just became the second rider to finish the 806-mile Arizona Trail, setting the women’s records in the AZT800 and the Triple Crown Challenge in the process. Find details and photos here…

Nordest Cycles just rolled out their newest titanium all-road bike. The Nordest Albarda GT has a unique look with fully internal cable routing via the Chris King Aero 3 headset and a 3D-printed chainstay. Find all the details here…

A few weeks ago, Dwayne and Michelle Allgire drove up to the Great North Woods to tick the Wisconsin Waterfalls Loop off of their long bucket list of bikepacking routes to ride. This was their first time in the area, and they loved experiencing it by bike. Watch the video they made along the spectacular route and find insights from their ride here…