Miles Arbour

The State of Alaska is proposing to fund a massive mining project that includes a 100+ mile industrial road that would cause irreversible harm to rivers, wetlands, and other critical fish and wildlife habitats. The start of the Iditarod Trail route is also at risk, and Miron Golfman, who’s currently racing in the event, is using the event to raise awareness. Learn about what you can do to help here…

The Revelate Designs Nano Panniers have a 7-11L volume and weigh just 255 grams each, and their unique four-point compression system is unlike anything we’ve seen. They took a top spot in our 2023 Gear of the Year Awards, and we’re excited to give away a set with their matching Panniers Pods for our 175th Collective Reward. Find details here…

Oregon-based framebuilder Mostly Forever, owned by Max Keegan, just launched a new website and a handlebar bag designed specifically for the Oregon Timber Trail. Learn more about the Mostly Forever Olney Bar Bag here…

This week, the Bureau of Land Management’s Price Field Office released preliminary documents for the San Rafael Swell Travel Management Plan in Central Utah. Learn more about what this could mean for bikepackers here…

Czech Republic-based Posedla is back with an updated version of their 3D-printed, 100% custom saddle we reviewed last year. Find out what’s new with the Posedla Joyseat 2.0 here…

The new Wizard Works Oglah Hip Pack borrows the thoughtful design of the Hobgob Hip Pack released this fall but is about half the size, making it ideal for day rides and smaller essentials. We got our hands on one ahead of today’s launch to see how it compares to its larger sibling. Find Miles’ Wizard Works Oglah Hip Pack review here…

The Iditarod Trail Invitational in Alaska is the world’s longest winter ultramarathon and possibly the most challenging experience we showcase each year. Find details on nearly 30 riders and rigs that are planning to tackle the 350 or 1,000-mile 2024 Iditarod Trail Invitational here…

The new Widefoot StoutCage is an extra-durable and highly adjustable bottle cage with a seven-slot mounting bracket designed to work with a variety of setups. Learn all about it here…

Building on their lineup of cockpit extensions and aero bars, Farr is back with a new range of bolt-on handlebar accessories for more hand positions on long rides. Find details on the new Farr Bolt-On Extender Range here…

The new HMPL No.15 is a roll-top handlebar/saddle bag that comes in two sizes and is packed with features. Find photos, specs, and the lowdown on the two-week pre-order window that opens today here…

Just beyond the bustle of Victoria, British Columbia, nestled between towering Douglas firs and a flower farm, you’ll find WZRD Bikes. Miles spent two afternoons with owner Emma May to learn the story behind WZRD and the last five years of framebuilding, take a closer look at three of her personal bikes, and hear why she thinks long chainstays are never going out of style. Find that and a barrage of photos from the WZRD Bikes workshop here…

The new US-made No. 22 Drifter Adventure is the most capable drop-bar bike in the New York brand’s lineup, and it comes kitted out with a fully butted titanium tubeset, UDH-compatible titanium dropouts, the option for a coupler system, and clearance for 700 x 50mm tires. Find photos and specs here…