Miles Arbour
Associate Editor & Events Manager
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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.
British Columbia-based Landyachtz Bikes has a complete line of purpose-built bicycles and specializes in custom in-house titanium and steel dream rigs. We dropped by their shop in Vancouver to learn more about what they’re up to and check out some of their latest creations. Find an interview and a gallery of photos here…
The new Light Bicycle Journey frameset has clearance for 650b x 2.0″ tires, tons mounting points, thru-axles, all sorts of modern features, and what they call “adventure-ready geometry.” Learn all about it here…
Building on the success of the original, the updated Rodeo Labs Explorts 1.1 Bibshorts come in two new fabric and color options, in both men’s and women’s specific fits. Learn more here…
The Archer Components D1x Trail shifter and remote provides electronic shifting that’s compatible with any derailleur or bike, bringing the benefits of wireless shifting to your favourite drivetrain combination. We’ve been testing the system out this summer to figure out what it does best and where it falls short. Find Miles’ full review here…
In CUT’s latest storytelling video, Marley Blonsky paints a nude self portrait while discussing her relationship to her body. Watch it here…
After a collision with a wild boar in the opening stage of the Transiberica bikepacking race, Ana Orenz is now in the hospital facing serious injuries. Our friends at Dyed in the Wool are donating a custom frame bag to raffle for those who donate at least 5€ to Ana’s Go Fund Me campaign. Learn more here…
The revamped 2021 Ritchey Ascent pays homage to its adventurous beginnings 30 years ago, now featuring modern specs, clearance for 29 x 2.6″ tires, and a TIG welded steel frame. Learn more here…
Just announced, the new Canyon Lux Trail takes the lightweight design of the standard Lux but tweaks the geometry for better downhill riding characteristics, has a 120mm travel fork, dropper post, and bigger tires. Learn more here…
The 2021 Trans North Georgia Adventure (TNGA) just kicked off, and we’ve once again worked with this year’s riders to assemble a list of rigs and gear details for the rugged 350-mile mountain bike route. Check out our gallery of more than 50 Rigs of the 2021 TNGA here…
Five Ten just released a waterproof version of their popular flat-pedal Trailcross shoe, complete with a Gore-Tex membrane and neoprene upper. Learn more about the Five Ten Trailcross GTX here…
Poland-based Dyed in the Wool just released a new rainbow bag set, from which half of all profits will go to the charity Love Does Not Exclude, a national organization that’s committed to introducing marriage equality in Poland. Learn more here…
State Bicycle Co. has teamed up with the National Park Foundation to create a limited-edition collection of bicycles, clothing, and accessories, with a portion of proceeds supporting America’s national parks. Learn more here…
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