Miles Arbour

Just released, the new SimWorks Doppo Locust is a true all-terrain bicycle. It features a handmade steel frame from Shin Hattori in Japan, many modern specs, and an eye-catching Cosmic Lavender paint job. Find photos, details, and a little about the matching Sim Loaders bag collection here…

Redesigned for 2024, the new 45NRTH Ragnarok BOA Boots are rated for chilly shoulder season riding and feature a highly weather-resistant construction, a grippy sole, and a neoprene ankle closure to keep the elements at bay. Miles has been riding in the wet and cold Pacific Northwest to see how they hold up. Find his 45NRTH Ragnarok Boa review here…

“On The Road” is a new series by All Roads Considered that aims to fill the gaps between their “Mind Mapping” videos and Boru McCullagh’s around-the-world bikepacking trip. Find the first episode, a reflection from Boru, and photos from his time in Hokkaido, Japan, here…

When was the last time you showed your waxed canvas bags some love? In preparation for a long, wet winter in the Pacific Northwest, Miles decided it was time to re-wax some neglected bikepacking gear. In this guide, you’ll find instructions on how to make your own waterproofing gear wax, how to wax canvas, our experience with ready-made wax, and tips from some of our favorite waxed canvas bag makers…

The new Extract Filter eliminates the need to carry a standalone water purifier by integrating directly into the Specialized water bottle you already own. We’ve been testing a pre-production version ahead of their Indiegogo launch, and you can find our Extract Filter review with Indiegogo campaign details here…

As teased at the MADE bike show, the Wren Perseverance Front Rack and Cage Kit is now available for pre-order, dishing up a unique cargo-carrying solution for those running Wren’s inverted suspension fork. Find specs and photos and learn about the exclusive Bikepacking Collective member discount here…

Escape L.A. is a 290-mile bikepacking event highlighting the beauty, accessibility, and contrast of the public lands surrounding Los Angeles. More than 30 riders showed up to this year’s grand depart at the Santa Monica Pier earlier this fall. Find mini-recaps from three of the fastest riders and an assortment of photos from the inaugural event here…

North Carolina-based bag maker Rockgeist just announced an exciting partnership with ALUULA Composites out of British Columbia, bringing an ultralight, waterproof option to their line of welded bikepacking bags. Check them out here…

The Log Driver’s Waltz is an 800-kilometer bikepacking event through the Ottawa Valley of Ontario and Quebec’s Outaouais region. Nearly 60 riders arrived in the town of Almonte for the grand depart this summer. Among them was Mike Feldman, who finished in just under five days. Find his reflection on the experience alongside photos from Mike Roe here…

Looking for endless campside entertainment while out bikepacking? One of our favorite post-ride toys is a slingshot. Why not hone your target practice skills and while away lazy afternoons by picking up a beautiful handmade slingshot from one of these talented builders!? Find options from Sour, WZRD, Hunter Cycles, and Zodiac Engineering here…

Nearly 350 riders from more than 30 countries traveled to Spain to participate in the 2023 Badlands, a 780-kilometer self-supported gravel event along the edge of Europe. The organizers just released this year’s official event film, and you can watch it here…

The latest generation of the Crust Scapegoat (ScapeBot) features plenty of the specs we’d hope to see from a ride-around-the-world rigid mountain bike, including geometry tuned for heavy hauling, loads of mounting points, and clearance for 29 x 3.0” tires. After nearly a year of dirt-road rambling, packrafting, and bikepacking, find our long-term Crust Scapegoat review here…