Miles Arbour
Associate Editor & Events Manager
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Miles Arbour is a university business graduate, has training in outdoor adventure guiding, and puts that education to good use by riding bikes. His sarcasm will often get the better of him.
He quite literally feared the idea of riding a bike on the rural roads where he grew up in Ontario. It wasn’t until a bike became a means of transportation was he turned on to the idea of riding further from civilization. Miles’ relocation to Powell River, British Columbia has opened up even more opportunities for big rides, fizzy water sampling, and the chance to enjoy some of the most beautiful terrain in the Pacific Northwest. He’s been known to tackle projects (with wit) that are thrown at him and looks forward to contributing to the industry as much as he can. You can follow Miles on Instagram @MilesArbour.
The new Panorama Boreal piggybacks on the Pinion-equipped version that was released a few weeks ago but comes with a standard drivetrain and a more affordable price point. Find everything you need to know here…
Paul Components and Sierra Nevada Brewing have teamed up with The Roam Collective on an extra special bike to help celebrate and elevate diversity in mountain biking. Learn about The Sierra Roamer and how you can win it here…
The folks over at Tenkara Rod Co. just announced a new fishing rod, and it’s their most compact and lightweight model yet. Learn all about the Tenkara Hafu Rod and their 500% funded Kickstarter campaign here…
Just launched, the new Cane Creek Invert is an inverted short-travel gravel suspension fork, and it’s the lightest one yet. Find details on the 30mm travel Cane Creek Invert SL and 40mm Cane Creek Invert CS here…
After countless requests for a top tube bag, Outer Shell took their time designing something that’s stable, easy to use, and adaptable to be either bolted or strapped to your bike. We had to chance to test one out for a few weeks ahead of today’s release. Find Miles’ thoughts on the new Outer Shell Top Tube Bag and all the essential details about it here…
Our 183rd Collective Reward giveaway comes from the folks at SimWorks, who are setting up one lucky site supporter with a set of fork, saddle, and handlebar bags from their Sim Loader collection. Find details on what’s included and sign up for a chance to win before next week’s cutoff here…
The folks behind the MADE handmade bike show and Stinner Frameworks have teamed up on the ultimate bicycle photography tool. Learn more about the lightweight, three-piece Stinner x MADE Photo Stick here…
The folks over at Outdoor Alliance messaged us with some exciting news this morning that could have a massive impact on long-distance bike trails and bikepacking in the United States. Yesterday, the House passed the EXPLORE Act, a first-of-its-kind recreation policy package that will improve outdoor recreation on public lands and waters. Learn more about what this means for outdoor lovers and how you can help here…
The Big Sky International Revolution 1.5P Tent weighs just over three pounds, has a little more room than a typical one-person tent, and uses an exoskeleton design that’s freestanding and quick to pitch in all types of weather. We’ve been testing the bikepacking version for nearly two years to see how it stands up next to our other favorite tents. Find Miles’ long-term review here…
“The Slow Lane” tells the story of Pierre Bouchard and Janick Lemieux, a couple of nomadic cyclists who have cycled more than 250,000km since 1990. The film traces their story, friendship, love, and decision to travel the world by bike as they take on a 300km route not far from their hometown in Quebec, Canada. Watch it here…
Just announced, the Veloci Plan Big V3 all-terrain bicycle features a more upright riding position, countless mounting points, and specs suitable for commuting or gravel and dirt-road touring. Check it out here…
The Posedla Joyseat saddle is a 100% custom, 3D-printed saddle that uses a unique personal imprint to create a one-of-a-kind shape and fit. We’re giving one away for our 181st Collective Reward. Find details on and get signed up for a chance to win before the April 17th deadline here…
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