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The Best and Worst Bikepacking Setups (Video)
0 Sep 14 Miles Arbour / newsMahalo My Dude and Old Man Mountain teamed up to test three markedly different bikepacking setups to figure out which works best (and worst). Watch the 11-minute video to see their results here…
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Ultralight Camp Shoes: The Best Packable Options for Bikepacking
101 Sep 14 Miles Arbour / apparelTaking your riding shoes off after a long day of pedaling is one of the best feelings, especially when you have a backup pair for shuffling around camp. While hunting for most easy to pack ultralight camp shoes, we tested a bunch of popular models, from minimalist outdoor socks to superlight sandals. Find our thoughts and mini-reviews on six of them here, plus a list of other options…
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Silca Titanium Derailleur Hangers?!
19 Sep 13 Miles Arbour / newsSilca’s new 3D-printed Titanium Derailleur Hangers are 12 times as stiff and up to 10 grams lighter than traditional aluminum hangers, but are they worth the extra cost? Check them out here…
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Ulrich Bartholmoes Wins 2023 L’Esperit de Girona
2 Sep 13 Miles Arbour / newsLast year, not a single rider finished the inaugural L’Esperit de Girona event in Spain. For 2023, Ulrich Bartholmoes showed up and crushed the 800-kilometer route in a staggering 3 days, 14 hours, and 10 minutes, taking first place. Learn more here…
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Introducing the Llum Dynamo Light
41 Sep 12 Miles Arbour / newsThe new Llum dynamo light is fully repairable, has multiple outputs, kicks in at just 4 km/hour, and is made in France. Find photos, specs, and everything you need to know here…
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Check out the new Chiru Alpin
7 Sep 12 Miles Arbour / newsBlurring the lines between gravel bikes and mountain bikes, the new Chiru Alpin is a versatile titanium rig with loads of mounting points, clearance for 29 x 2.1″ tires, and short-travel suspension fork compatibility. Find photos and specs here…
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Dan Kelly Wins 2023 Smoke ‘n’ Fire 400 on a Singlespeed
10 Sep 12 Miles Arbour / newsIdaho’s Smoke ‘n’ Fire 400 took off from Boise last Wednesday with more than 90 riders registered for the grand depart. After an exciting race, Dan Kelly took first place and became the first singlespeed winner in the event’s 10-year history. Learn more about Dan’s ride and this year’s route here…
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Austere Manufacturing 1″ Pin Ladder Lock: First Look
5 Sep 8 Miles Arbour / accessoriesBuilding on the 3/4″ ladder lock buckle Austere Manufacturing released this spring, the new 1″ Pin Ladder Lock is compatible with any gear that uses 1″ webbing. We got our hands on a couple of buckles for today’s release. Find our first look here…
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Pre-Orders Open for BTCHN’ Ti Drop Bar
6 Sep 7 Miles Arbour / newsThe BTCHN’ Bikes Ti Drop Bar is a titanium drop bar with 3D-printed components, a unique ergonomic top section, and a totally custom shape. Find photos, specs, and pre-order details here…
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US-Made Merman Bicycles Unholy Diver Pre-Sales Now Open
8 Sep 7 Miles Arbour / newsMerman Bicycles just opened pre-orders on a limited run of their made-in-USA Unholy Diver steel hardtail, a bike they describe as “the ultimate shred sled.” Find photos, specs, and some insight into their partnership with Lunchtime Bike Co. in Portland here…
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Check out the new Buffalo Bags Bar & Ale Hip Pack + Bar Bag
0 Sep 7 Miles Arbour / newsBangkok-based bag maker Buffalo Bags just released a new mid-sized hip pack that doubles as a handlebar bag. Check out the Buffalo Bags Bar & Ale Hip Pack here…
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San Util Design’s Quilted Bags + New Space
4 Sep 6 Miles Arbour / newsBag maker San Util Design recently collaborated on some wacky quilted bags with a friend, and we couldn’t resist the opportunity to learn more. Find photos, the story behind them, and a quick look at their new space in Winter Park, Colorado, here…