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Bikes or Death chats with Matt Mason on the Monumental Loop 2.0
4 Apr 13 Logan Watts / newsThe Bikes or Death podcast recently caught up with route creator Matt Mason to discuss all things Monumental Loop, including the latest major route revision that makes it more accessible and adds more burrito stops. Listen here…
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Collective Reward #090: Grab Bag 2!
1 Apr 12 Logan Watts / newsWe’re giving away another grab bag full of assorted items for Collective Reward #090, the final prize package before we draw winners for this round of goodies. Find details on what’s included and get signed up for our Bikepacking Collective for a chance to win here…
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Bikepacking Repair Kit & Tools: Essential and Auxiliary
94 Apr 12 Logan Watts / gearWhen bikepacking in the backcountry, a mechanical mishap can quickly turn a nice ride through the woods into a miserable hike-a-bike exodus. A well-thought-out bikepacking repair kit can help you avoid that fate. Find our detailed guide to assembling the right tools and spares here, plus our latest video outlining a complete repair kit…
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230 mi. / 370 km4-6 days
Appalachian Gravel Growler
176 Apr 8 Logan Watts USAThe Appalachian Gravel Growler is a 4-6 day bikepacking route that explores one of America’s top craft beer destinations via iconic bucketlist gravel roads through North Carolina’s Appalachian Mountains. Though challenging, the route is designed specifically for drop-bar gravel riding and is approachable on nearly any bike... -
Why El Jefe Review
38 Apr 6 Logan Watts / bikesJust released, the Why Cycles El Jefe is the latest titanium hardtail in the company’s lineup. We got to test out this bikepacking-specific pro model for a few weeks prior to its release. Find the detailed review and a comparison to Why’s other hardtails here…
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Rene Herse Launches 27.5 x 2.2” Umtanum Ridge Tires
35 Apr 5 Logan Watts / newsFollowing the success of the Fleecer Ridge, Rene Herse just announced 27.5” x 2.2” Umtanum Ridge dual-purpose knobbies with the same tread pattern. Find the details here…
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Alexandera Houchin Sets New Arizona Trail 300 Singlespeed Record
18 Apr 5 Logan Watts / newsWe just learned that Alexandera Houchin set the new women’s singlespeed record for the Arizona Trail 300. Find the details, a couple of photos, and a quote from Alexandera here…
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What’s in a Bikepacking Race Gear List? (Video)
21 Apr 5 Logan Watts / gear-listsIn our latest video, Neil walks through the bike and gear list he used on the Arizona Trail 300 during a “fastpacking” trip a few weeks ago. Learn about how his rig was setup and the gear he brought along for the ride. Plus, find the detailed pack list and a few photos from his ride…
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Jefe Branham Sets New AZT 300 Singlespeed Record
19 Apr 1 Logan Watts / newsAlso making AZT 300 history, 47 year-old Jefe Branham finished the Arizona Trail 300 course early this morning setting a new singlespeed record of just over two days. Find the details here…
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Timon Fish Sets a New Arizona Trail 300 Record
5 Apr 1 Logan Watts / newsThe Arizona Trail 300 has a new champion. 35 year-old Timon Fish crossed the finish line at about 9:30 local time last night, setting a new course record just under 39 hours. Find the details here + a video interview with Timon after the ride…
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Introducing the Backcountry Bike Challenge
5 Mar 31 Logan Watts / newsJust launched, the Backcountry Bike Challenge aims to inspire riders to experience some of the world-class backcountry trails around the country and fundraise in support of the organizations that maintain them…
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Collective Reward #087: Grab Bag 1!
4 Mar 30 Logan Watts / newsFor Collective Reward #087, we’re giving away a grab bag of products including a Blackburn frame bag, a Primus camp kettle, BIKEPACKING.com socks and Voile straps, and other goodies from Rapha, Shimano, PAUL, and more. Find the details here…