Miles Arbour

Niner has announced a line of strapless, bolt-on framebags for their 2020 RLT 9 and MCR 9 gravel bikes. Learn more about their custom frame bag, top tube bag, and matching ride wallet here…

Even after extensive planning and preparation, bikepacking events often don’t go as planned. That was certainly the case for the participants at the 2020 Stagecoach 400. San Diego local, Martin Rodriguez, takes us through a reflection of his attempt at this year’s event, including a bunch of great photos from along the way…

The inaugural Drift 100 brought in nearly 30 participants, including cyclists, runners, and skiers. Jefe Branham was the first to finish the 100-mile route with a time of 17 hours and 47 minutes. We reached out to learn more about his experience in Wyoming’s Wind River Range…

Those crazy Canadians are back at it again! This time Buck, Ryan, and Eric ride the 721-kilometer Wapusk Trail from Peawanuck, Ontario, to Gillam, Manitoba—raising money for northern communities through True North Aid. Watch the trailer here…

The organizers of the French Divide are releasing a five part video series filmed during the 2019 event—with a new episode released every Saturday. Watch the first four episodes here, and we’ll add the next ones as they become available…

The new Rodeo Labs Spork 3.0 is now lighter, slimmer, offers even more tire clearance (for up to 2.4″ tires), and is available for preorder! Find all the specs and photos here…

Announced today, Race Face launched their new Shimano 12-speed compatible MicroSpline freehub body for their Vault hub lineup, joining a growing list of hub manufacturers offering MicroSpline. Here’s more info and the full list of who’s currently offering it…

Sharing an uncanny resemblance to their Aero Gravel Handlebar, Farr’s new Aero MTB Alloy Handlebar is a 760mm wide flat bar with an aero extension for more hand positions and increased comfort. Learn more here…

The Salsa Warroad lineup has been updated for 2020, featuring new paint jobs and build kits—including a top-end Force AXS option. Check out photos and detailed build kits here…

With a small ratcheting wrench, a good selection of interchangeable bits, and several preset torque attachments, Topeak’s Ratchet Rocket LITE NTX offers a lot of functions in a very small and unique package. Find Miles’ thoughts after nearly two years of use, including a motel room bike build and two weeks on the Oregon Timber Trail…

Support trails in NY and get a chance to win a custom build from Solace Cycles. The Barkeater Trails Alliance of upstate New York put together a great fundraiser to support local trail building efforts, and the prizes are pretty sweet. Learn more here…

Just announced, the Teravail Kessel is an aggressive all-mountain tire designed around maximum traction in steep, loose conditions. Available in both 27.5″ and 29″ up to 2.6″ wide, the Kessel looks like a promising option for those seeking out rowdy backcountry singletrack. Learn more here…