Lucas Winzenburg
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The Local Overnighters Project is a unified effort to document and map one-night bikepacking routes all over the world—by locals, in their own backyards.
The Bikepacking Journal is our biannual printed publication. Each issue features a collection of inspiring writing and beautiful photography. Find details on the three most recent issues below, join the Bikepacking Collective to get it in the mail (anywhere in the world), or click here to find a collection of selected stories in digital format.
Lucas Winzenburg has been obsessed with off-road touring for more than two decades.
In 2012, he founded Bunyan Velo, the first independent magazine devoted to bikepacking, through which he also hosted a live speaker series and developed a grant program to support traveling cyclists. In 2017, he left his full-time gig in academia to focus on pushing the boundaries of pedal-powered storytelling. Having lived all over the world, he's now based in Colorado. Find Lucas on Instagram @bunyanvelo.
The stainless steel Kalita Wave is a lightweight, durable coffee maker that promises a quality cup with minimal fuss. Three years and a few hundred brews after buying one, Lucas assesses its practicality for daily use at home and around camp. Find his Kalita Wave review here…
Designed with the occasional home mechanic in mind, the Acros DIY Headset Tool is a capable, compact, and inexpensive alternative to headset presses that can cost well over $100. Learn more about the economical gadget from the German brand here…
Industrial designer and bicycle lover Omri Piko Kahan’s latest passion project transforms reclaimed bike frames into one-of-a-kind creations with a distinctive blend of form and function. Take a quick look here…
From the mountains of California to the rolling hills of Mid Wales and the gravel roads of Florida, this installment of Weekend Snapshot finds readers out making the most of their free time on getaways close to home. Browse the latest community-sourced scenes and share a shot from one of your trips here…
This week’s Reader’s Rig comes from Kobkit in Bangkok, Thailand, who shares a surprising Surly Straggler build that visually summarizes his journey through the world of bikes. Learn a little about Kobkit and scope out his unconventional Straggler here…
In the 33rd episode detailing his ride from Alaska to Argentina, Dan Camp reports in with a video highlighting his first month of riding across Peru. See photos and experience 600 miles of travel along Peruvian dirt roads in the 30-minute video here…
This weekend, Benny Zenga’s family of four will climb aboard the fantastical Infinity Cycle for an endlessly pedal-powered tour. Find some inspiring perspective and a gallery of photos showcasing the wildly creative contraption from the creators of “Tall Bikes Will Save The World” here…
As our spring fundraising deadline approaches in exactly a month, the small team at Esker Cycles in Minneapolis stepped up to offer a complete 2026 Lorax to one lucky site supporter. Learn more about Esker’s updated go-anywhere, drop-bar mountain bike and help power our work before April 17th for a chance to win one here…
In this edition of Weekend Snapshot, our readers complete a nearly three-year journey, scout out a new bikepacking route, and return to a cherished place on two wheels. Find the latest scenes from Argentina, South Carolina, and New Zealand and share a photo from one of your recent rides here…
Our Reader’s Rig of the week comes from Justin in North Carolina, who shares the 2026 Specialized Epic Evo he’ll be riding at this year’s edition of DOOM in Arkansas. Meet Justin, learn about his cycling history, and see what changes he made to get his bike ready for the rugged course through the Ouachita Mountains here…
Our 237th Collective Reward comes courtesy of Revelate Designs in Alaska, whose stable, waterproof, user-friendly Portage Panniers took home a medal in our 2025 Bikepacking Awards. One randomly selected site supporter will win a pair. Find details here…
Now on Kickstarter, “Be a Fool” is a forthcoming book from Benny and Willy Zenga, the creative minds behind the standout 2017 film, “Tall Bikes Will Save The World.” Learn more about their latest endeavor and find a link to support it here…
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