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Miles Arbour
Associate Editor & Events Manager
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2020 Kona Libre DL Goes 650b and 2×11 GRX!
8 Oct 22 Miles Arbour / DispatchIn case you missed it, Kona recently released the 2020 Kona Libre DL, kitted out with 650b x 47mm tires and a fresh 2x Shimano GRX drivetrain. Check out the complete build kit and photos here…
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2019 5 Peaks 500: Event Recap + Aftermovie
1 Oct 20 Miles Arbour / DispatchHungary’s first official bikepacking event was a big success. Check out this great aftermovie and photoset, as well as a detailed recap of the first annual 5 Peaks 500, a bikepacking adventure from Budapest to Tokaj through the highest points in Hungary…
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Panorama Cycles Updates Chic-Chocs Fatbike for 2020
0 Oct 19 Miles Arbour / DispatchJust announced, Panorama Cycles updated their Chic-Chocs fatbike with some frame tweaks and new graphics that pay tribute to the endangered Atlantic caribou. Learn more here…
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2019 French Divide Event Recap
3 Oct 17 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe 2019 French Divide saw nearly 120 participants, but only around half of those would finish. Anne De Smet was one of two solo female finishers of this year’s event, and put together a personal reflection of her experience with photos from Milopix & Louis Lambin…
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Highlights of the 2019 Bikepacking Summit
11 Oct 14 Miles Arbour / CultureThe third annual Bikepacking Summit took place last weekend at Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Getaway, just outside of Ellijay, Georgia. Like at last year’s event, we were overwhelmed with positivity after three days of storytelling and community building with fellow bikepackers. Here’s a massive collection of photos and a summary of what went down during the weekend…
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Updated Surly Krampus Builds for 2020
4 Oct 8 Miles Arbour / DispatchJust announced, Surly has updated the Krampus with two new build options and fresh paint jobs for 2020. Pick from front suspension with a dropper post or completely rigid, the choice is yours…
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62 mi. / 100 km 2 daysThe Finger Lakes Overnighter
67 Oct 4 Miles Arbour USAThe Finger Lakes Overnighter is an approachable multi-surface loop that starts and ends in the small village of Watkins Glen, New York. The route follows a mix of country roads, gravel, and a few lesser known trails within the Finger Lakes National Forest. It explores the beautiful countryside and includes several waterfalls along the way. This 62-mile route is a great warm up ride, perfect for families or those with limited bikepacking experience... -
Lazio Trail 2019 Event Recap
1 Oct 2 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe Lazio Trail takes riders on a tour of ancient roads and verdant hills, through some of the most picturesque areas of the Lazio Region in Italy. We reached out to David Gambuli, a participant of this year’s “Extreme” route option, for a recap and a selection of photos provided by the riders. See it all here…
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The New Bontrager Rally Mountain Bike Shoe
2 Sep 30 Miles Arbour / DispatchJust announced, Bontrager’s new Rally clipless mountain bike shoe claims to be durable enough for the most aggressive of riders and perfect for rowdy singletrack descents. Check out all the details here…
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The New AeroPress Go: Same Great Coffee, Even More Compact
23 Sep 27 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe original AeroPress coffee maker has been a long-term favourite for backcountry coffee enthusiasts. Recently announced, the new AeroPress Go is sure to appeal to those traveling by bike with its more compact design and integrated carrying case that doubles as a mug. Learn more here…
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Brother in the Wild Berlin 2019 Event Recap
0 Sep 24 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe third event in the Brother in the Wild bikepacking series took place in Berlin on August 31st, bringing in over 70 riders for two days of exploration and relaxation. Here’s a quick recap from Will Meyer, plus a great selection of photos from Robert Krugal…
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PNW Components Releases The Loam Grip
1 Sep 23 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe newly released PNW Components Loam Grip is designed to be ultra grippy, durable, and is available in a range of colours to match PNW’s Loam Lever. Check out all the details here…
