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Reserve Tubeless Sealant Uses Biodegradable Fibers
10 May 18 Logan Watts / newsReserve Wheels—makers of the revolutionary Fillmore Valve—just announced a new tubeless sealant that claims to fill tears up to 7mm and uses biodegradable natural fibers to clog holes. Learn more here…
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Esker Releases Titanium Hayduke and Japhy Hardtails
23 May 17 Logan Watts / newsEsker Cycles just released their popular Hayduke and Japhy hardtails in titanium, featuring a custom yoke, rainbow anodized graphics, and sliding dropouts. Learn about the Hayduke Ti and Japhy Ti here…
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A Year with Ride Wrap: Long-Term Review (Video)
2 May 16 Logan Watts / newsLet’s be real, bikepacking can be hard on bike frames. To help protect his Salsa Cutthroat, Neil has been using the Ride Wrap Protection Kit over the last year. In this video, he shares thoughts about the installation process, custom fit, and overall durability after putting it through a long-term test…
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Friday Debrief: Holy Mountain, Majestic Moss, and the Tree to Sea Loop
3 May 13 Logan Watts / newsThis week’s debrief includes new apparel from Topo Designs, fresh Surly Bridge Club paint, updates from the Tree To Sea Loop, two upcoming bikepacking races to follow live, and much more. See it all here…
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All Terrain Bicycle Challenge Ep.3
7 May 12 Logan Watts / newsIn the final episode of the wildly entertaining All Terrain Bicycle Challenge series, the five contestants tackle the “world’s most challenging ATB route” to see if they have what it takes to complete it and claim their spoils. Watch it here…
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Passchier Gump Review: Bamboo Handlebars!?
42 May 12 Logan Watts / gearIn case you missed it, New Zealand’s Passchier released its flagship bamboo handlebars last year. The Passchier Gump bars promise long-ride touring comfort and a sustainable and durable construction in a relatively lightweight package. We had a chance to put two pairs through a rugged long-term test to see if they delivered. Find our detailed review here…
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Check out the Woho Quickslack Titanium 29er Hardtail
13 May 10 Logan Watts / newsJust announced, the all-new Woho Quickslack is a titanium 29er hardtail that’s designed specifically for bikepacking. Find all the details here…
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What’s In My Bikepacking Overnighter Gear List? (Video)
13 May 10 Logan Watts / gear-listsIn our latest YouTube video, Neil walks through his rig, bag by bag, to reveal how he consistently packs for any given overnighter bikepacking trip. Watch it here and find his detailed kit list…
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Rigs of RAR ATL (video)
1 May 9 Logan Watts / newsIn their first overnight trip after getting the bikepacking gear library up and running, RAR ATL set out to Stone Mountain, Georgia. This video discusses the challenges of setting up bikes for the trip and how they made the gear library work for first-time bike campers. Watch it here…
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All Terrain Bicycle Challenge Episode 2
12 May 6 Logan Watts / newsIn Episode 2 of Enve’s All Terrain Bicycle Challenge web series, contestants go on a shakedown ride to get a glimpse of what Vermont’s Class IV backcountry is all about. Watch this week’s fun and misery-filled ATB show here…
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Rider’s Lens Grant
34 May 5 Logan Watts / plogWe’re excited to introduce the new Rider’s Lens Grant! We’re giving away a FujiFilm X-T4, four Fuji X100Vs, a complete Tanglefoot Hardtack bicycle, photographic storytelling mentorship workshops, and cash to aspiring photographers who are passionate about documenting their bike travels and adventures. Find all the details here…
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Old Man Mountain Elkhorn Review: One Rack Fits All?
38 May 4 Logan Watts / accessoriesReleased last month, the Old Man Mountain Elkhorn is a cleverly designed and highly versatile rack that can be mounted to the front or rear of nearly any bike. We had a chance to try one out on several bikes for this review…