Lucas Winzenburg
Managing & Bikepacking Journal Editor
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As he prepared for a quick getaway last weekend, Lucas found himself struggling to come up with fresh ideas for lunch and dinner. Seeking inspiration, he’s now turning to the community for help compiling a list of easy recipes. Have a favorite bikepacking meal? Share it here…
Maker Tyler Reiswig of BTCHN’ Bikes in Northern California has finally waded into the 31.8mm waters with the release of the new 31.8mm Ti Low Riser 13° Handlebars. Learn more about the latest boutique BTCHN’ bars here…
After being dropped from the brand’s lineup in 2023, the beloved Surly Big Dummy has officially returned! It’s available now in a fresh “Twilight Zone” color and three sizes for $2,699 complete. Learn more about the newest version of the classic cargo-hauler here…
With this year’s BESPOKED Dresden just a couple of months away, the recipients of the 2026 SRAM Inclusivity Scholarship have been revealed. Meet the four up-and-coming builders whose work will be on display at the show here…
Today’s Weekend Snapshot finds folks from our global community pedaling and packrafting around three countries. Explore a roundup of scenes from Canada, Türkiye, and the United States, and use the short form to contribute to a future edition of our longstanding reader-powered series here…
Our Reader’s Rig of the week comes from Nathan in Bend, Oregon, who shares the custom Mostly Forever titanium hardtail he uses to pursue his main passion of heading out for adventurous rides through remote places. Meet Nathan and read a little about the challenges of finding a well-fitting bike as a 6’8” cyclist here…
For Collective Reward #249, we partnered with Californian component manufacturer White Industries to give one lucky winner an aluminum crankset and chainring of their choice. Find details on our latest giveaway here…
Leigh Foster’s latest video chronicles a 572-mile ride between Chicago, Illinois, and Saint Paul, Minnesota. By connecting various scenic trails, quiet back roads, small towns, state parks, and stretches along the Mississippi River, Leigh created what he calls the perfect Midwest bikepacking route. Watch the 16-minute video here…
For our latest edition of Weekend Snapshot, we catch up with readers in Germany and two corners of Wales, highlighting a handful of scenes from rides through the picturesque countryside. See this week’s vignettes and share something from one of your escapes here…
This week’s Reader’s Rig comes from David in Denver, Colorado, who shares the All-City Gorilla Monsoon he uses for singletrack cruises, gravel rides, bird-watching getaways, and more in the nearby mountains. Meet David and find details on his bike here…
In his latest video, Justin McKinley unpacks his full Tour Divide setup, going through each of his bike bags and sharing a wealth of useful insight about what worked, what didn’t, and what he’d change next time. Watch the 35-minute video here…
This installment of Weekend Snapshot spotlights off-road rides around Finland, New Zealand, and the United States. Find a glimpse at what three folks from our global community were up to during their recent time away, and share something from one of your getaways here…