Miles Arbour
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Miles Arbour is a university business graduate, has training in outdoor adventure guiding, and puts that education to good use by riding bikes. His sarcasm will often get the better of him.
He quite literally feared the idea of riding a bike on the rural roads where he grew up in Ontario. It wasn’t until a bike became a means of transportation was he turned on to the idea of riding further from civilization. Miles’ relocation to Powell River, British Columbia has opened up even more opportunities for big rides, fizzy water sampling, and the chance to enjoy some of the most beautiful terrain in the Pacific Northwest. He’s been known to tackle projects (with wit) that are thrown at him and looks forward to contributing to the industry as much as he can. You can follow Miles on Instagram @MilesArbour.
Although it officially launched earlier this year, the titanium Fargo 32 has only just landed in shops and online via Salsa Cycles. Learn more about the Salsa Fargo 32 Ti and how to get yours here…
For those heading into colder temperatures, 45NRTH has updated two of its most notable footwear lines, the Ragnarok and Wolvhammer. See what’s changed here…
For the first time in years, Hyperlite Mountain Gear has turned its attention to technical outdoor apparel. The new Hyperlite Gridline Anorak is an ultralight rain jacket made from Dyneema ripstop fabric, packing an impressive array of features for its weight. Miles got his hands on one ahead of today’s launch to see what it can handle. Find his review here…
The Eichkatz Bumper, made in Germany by Karsten Will, is an interesting handlebar bag support that uses a Dyneema cord looped between the fork crown and the stem. Check it out here…
“Two Shillings a Day” is a graphic novel by Michi Mathias that documents the world’s first recorded bikepacking trip, based on Thomas Hiram Holding’s book “Cycle and Camp.” See details and get your copy here…
The new Arcadia Cradle is a steerer-tube-mounted handlebar cradle made from carbon tubes and CNC-machined parts. With an integrated accessory mount and hidden storage, it looks like an intriguing option. Check it out here…
The budget-friendly State 4130 Trail is a modern steel hardtail that offers impressive value. Today, it’s available with a suspension fork, a rigid carbon fork, or a rigid steel fork, plus several drivetrain options. Find all the details here…
On Revel Bikes’ recent visit to their carbon manufacturer in Vietnam, they brought along folks from Dream Build Bikes to film a behind-the-scenes look at how they make their bikes. Watch the factory tour video here…
Apidura’s Expedition bag series received a complete overhaul this year, building on designs originally released over a decade ago. Miles got his hands on the new Apidura Expedition Handlebar Pack, with integrated accessory mounts, waterproof construction, and a hardware-free mounting system, to see how it stacks up against other modern handlebar bags. Find his review here…
Ten years ago, Miles submitted his first guest article to BIKEPACKING.com, launching him into an unexpected new life centered around bikes, bags, and camping. Although he’s shared much of what’s happened over the years, some stories have gone untold. To celebrate a decade of bikepacking, he looks back on 10 somewhat embarrassing situations he’s kept to himself…
After four years of silence, Rawland Cycles has emerged from the shadows with a potential plan to relaunch the brand with a new bike. Learn more about the Rawland Fara and the future of Rawland Cycles here…
Redesigned for sloppy winter adventures, the Fizik Nanuq 2 GTX shoes offer insulation, a waterproof membrane, and an integrated ankle gaiter. Plus, they come in flat and clipless versions. Check them out here…
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