Miles Arbour

Did you know Kona Bikes has a storefront, the only one of its kind, in the cycling hub of Bellingham, Washington? Well, we didn’t. Since Kona recently celebrated their 30th birthday, we thought it would be fitting to stop in for quick visit to learn more about the store, the manager Matt, and how they’re getting involved with the local bikepacking community…

The 2018 Smoke ‘n’ Fire 400 took off from Boise, Idaho, early this morning. Miles dropped by and snapped a few shots and shot a quick video of the grand depart.

Australia-based kLite has been working on a new dynamo-powered light that caters directly to the demands of bikepackers. Read on for the exclusive press release and product launch video for everything you need to know…

Having an ultralight and packable shelter doesn’t have to mean crawling into the cavelike confines of a bivy or succumbing to the potential exposure of a tarp setup. The MSR Carbon Reflex 1 is one of the lightest, fully featured solo tents available. Read on to find out how its its lightweight materials, carbon poles, and minimal design held up while bikepacking the Oregon Timber Trail…

With unmistakable nautical influences, Pack NW creates high-quality, attractive bikepacking bags in the cycling hub of Bellingham, Washington. We paid Hilary and her shop a visit to learn more about what makes Pack NW unique and what we can expect from the company in the future…

Overlander Bike Gear, a new company based out of Alberta, Canada, is manufacturing some unique bikepacking-specific racks, mounts, and accessories. With the official launch of their website, here’s a quick look at what they are offering and a bit about the company…

Miles and Ben completed the Oregon Timber Trail earlier this month, and by the looks of it they both had their rigs dialed in for plenty of singletrack riding and the challenging hike-a-bike sections along the route. Read on to learn more about Ben’s Why Cycles S7, Miles’ Surly Karate Monkey, and their two-person Oregon Timber Trail packing list…

Riding companions who are up for last-minute bikepacking trips are often few and far between. Thankfully, the online bikepacking community is quite active, and it’s growing every day. Turning to platforms like Instagram and Facebook is becoming a viable option when seeking romantic partners, high school friends, or in our case, bikepacking companionship. Read on for three of Miles’ latest meet ups, unofficially dubbed “bikepacking with strangers…”

As part of the route’s 20th anniversary, Adventure Cycling Association has officially extended the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) by 400 miles. Along with the press release, we spoke to local expert Jonathan Hayward about how he got involved with the development and what to expect with the new addition…

Rear racks may not be the first thing that comes to mind for those converted to bikepacking, but in the case of fat biking, they can play an important role in how (and where) we carry our gear for extended trips. Don’t underestimate the simplicity and practicality of a well-made rear rack designed for big tires. Here’s our Low Down guide to racks compatible with fat bikes…

Cane Creek Cycling Components has announced the release of a premium, ultralight suspension seatpost called the eeSilk Post. The post is designed to reduce fatigue and increase control for riders on drop bar bikes, particularly when riding on rougher surfaces like broken tarmac or gravel roads…

The third annual BC Epic 1000 grand depart took off Saturday morning from Merritt, British Columbia. With the help of the riders, we’ve put together a list of over 60 rigs for you to drool over, plus a sneak peek behind the event and some thoughts on why it’s attracting so many riders from all over Canada and the US…