Miles Arbour

The new lineup of Shimano DEORE M7200 and M6200 components delivers simple, mechanically actuated shifting, a wide-range 10-51T cassette, several price points, and a fresh DEORE brake system. Find photos, specs, and pricing here…

After a third-place finish in 2024, Laurens ten Dam is lining up at this year’s Tour Divide with big goals. Learn about his Specialized S-Works Epic 9 build and why he thinks it might be the perfect bike for the route in his latest video here…

Following yesterday’s roundup of over 90 flat-bar bikes, part two of the 2026 Rigs of the Tour Divide features more than 60 drop-bar setups that will set out tomorrow morning on the 2,700-mile route between Banff, Alberta, and Antelope Wells, New Mexico. Find bike details, gear highlights, and photos here…

The newly released 7Roads PackTrain Rack uses a simple, bolt-on mounting system, has six threaded mounts on each side, and is available in three widths. Take a closer look at the latest release from the Ukrainian brand here…

The 2026 Tour Divide begins on Friday, and we’re once again excited to present the Rigs of the 2026 Tour Divide. Part one features over 90 flat-bar bikes that’ll be out braving the 2,700-mile route from Canada to Mexico, including bag and gear highlights for each. Scroll through the loaded gallery here…

Announced this week, Revelate’s new Extended Play is an aptly named top tube bag available in two lengths for rides that require extra capacity. Neil and Miles have been testing both sizes ahead of launch. Find their review of the Revelate Designs Extended Play top tube bag here…

After two years of planning, Joe Nation and Rufus Wenlock finally found time to ride across New Zealand’s South Island, following a historic trade route that proved to be even more difficult than expected. Watch Joe’s 35-minute video from their ride here…

Mica Cycles, the creator of the minimal Rat Tail Rack, just released some nifty custom cam lock straps made by ARNO in Sweden. The Mica Mini Cam Straps look like an ideal option for any rack or cargo cage setup. Check them out here…

The newly updated Camp Snap 2 is a screen-free digital point-and-shoot that’s been improved with built-in filters, a faster shutter, battery-saving tech, a slimmer design, and more. Check it out here…

Teased at Sea Otter last month, the new top tube bag lineup from Revelate Designs includes a redesigned Mag-Tank and a new quick-release, bolt-on version called the Mag-Tank FastTrack. Find Miles’ first impressions after testing them ahead of today’s launch…

This Saturday, HMPL, Firstlight Frameworks, Main Street Brewing, and the Mount Pleasant BIA are hosting the third annual Mount Pleasant Show n’ Shine vintage mountain bike show and block party. Get all the details here…

Last year, we published the first database of bikepacking-centric bike shops and gear libraries around the world. Once again, we’re asking for submissions to help update and expand this invaluable resource. Learn how you can help here…