Miles Arbour

Since 2012, the Great Southern Brevet in New Zealand has attracted bikepackers from around the world with hopes of completing the stunning 1,100-kilometer route. The participants in this year’s grand depart experienced the classic unpredictable weather the country’s summers are known for, and Rob Dawson was there to capture it all. Watch the 2025 event video here…

Our second race rig roundup of the year highlights the world’s longest-running winter ultramarathon, the iconic Iditarod Trail Invitational in Alaska. Find details on over 30 riders and rigs planning to tackle the 350 or 1,000-mile 2025 Iditarod Trail Invitational here…

Designed by Jay Petervary, the Ride Forward Designs J-Bag might look like your average dry bag, but features like stretchy side pockets, a reinforced base, and a bungee-laced top set a new standard for rack-mounted bags. Find Miles’ thoughts on both J-Bag sizes after a week-long bikepacking trip in New Mexico here…

Buffalo Bags’ latest limited edition “Buffalo Ride” batch features three sizes of their Big Buffalo handlebar bags finished in a mesmerizing tie-dye finish on khaki canvas. Check them out here…

The new Big Agnes Fly Creek UL sleeping bag and Fly Creek UL Quilt are the latest additions to Big Agnes’ Fly Creek collection of ultralight gear. Learn more here…

Stridsland just received their new Bullship Bar, a high-rise bullmoose handlebar, and a re-stock of the latest Beachcomber modern 26+ all-terrain bicycle in a funky black and yellow colorway. Learn about both here…

Last month, California and New York banned manufacturing and distributing textiles and garments containing PFAS, chemicals commonly found in waterproof-breathable garments. What does this mean for waterproof cycling apparel, the popular membranes they’re made of, and bikepacking gear treated with water-repellent coatings? We spoke to prominent bag makers, fabric manufacturers, and cycling apparel brands to find out…

Do you own a Rivendell Clem Smith Jr. step-thru and have dreams of filling the space above the top tube with a massive frame bag? Well, you’re in luck, because Bags by Bird in Tucson had the same thought and just opened pre-orders for the new Clem Smith Framebag! Learn more here…

The new Chaparral Cycles Angeles is a titanium drop-bar mountain bike designed for a 100mm travel fork, 29 x 2.4″ tires, and all-day comfort. Learn more about the Angeles and how to get your hands on one here…

In Komoot’s latest video, Lael Wilcox and friends break down their bikepacking setups, share must-have essentials, and drop game-changing tips from the 2024 Komoot Women’s Rally in Arizona. Watch it here…

Meaghan Hackinen from Canada just became the second woman to finish the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race, finishing in 5 days, 1 hour, and 30 minutes, placing 19th overall. Learn more about her ride here…

The bag makers at Cedaero in Two Harbors, Minnesota, just opened pre-orders for custom Salsa Cutthroat half and full frame bags, including a new RX30 X-Pac option. Learn how to order one here…