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The 2024 Esker Hayduke + Japhy Have Landed
18 Jan 4 Miles Arbour / newsEsker Cycles just released their 2024 Hayduke and Japhy lineup, both featuring updated paint jobs, new Portage UDH dropouts, and more purchasing options. Check them out here…
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A Day with Corvid Cycles and Reroot Outdoors
33 Jan 4 Miles Arbour / field-tripsSpecializing in fully custom titanium bicycles and informed by a decade of experience as an engineer, Corvid Cycles has been fabricating bikepacking-centric bikes for more than six years. We stopped by Corvid’s workshop in Colorado to get to know founder Chad Corbin, take a look at five bikes, and learn more about Reroot Outdoors, a custom bikepacking bag company run by Shan Wo under the same roof…
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Pre-Orders Open for the New Pace RC429 Hardtail
10 Jan 3 Miles Arbour / newsThe new Pace RC429 is a downcountry steel hardtail that shows a lot of promise as a bikepacking rig and do-it-all trail bike. It’s available with a flat or drop bars, a suspension or rigid fork, and has a Reynolds steel frame with modern specs. Find details, photos, and pre-order information here…
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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favourite Gear of 2023
44 Dec 27 Miles Arbour / accessoriesAfter a busy year of bikepacking, including a six-week trip to Australia, Miles and Emily share 12 items that stood out this year. Find everything from trail-tested components and gear to their new favourite Tasmania-made chocolate bar in their 2023 Editor’s Dozen roundup…
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2023 Adirondack Trail Ride: Leave it All Out There
5 Dec 26 Miles Arbour / newsThe Adirondack Trail Ride is a 588-mile bikepacking adventure through New York’s Adirondack Mountains. Mike Feldman was just a couple of hours short of beating his personal fastest time, and he put together a detailed reflection on this year’s ride. Find Mike’s story and photos from the event here…
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Introducing the New SimWorks Doppo Locust and Sim Loaders Bag Collection
15 Dec 21 Miles Arbour / newsJust 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…
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45NRTH Ragnarok Boa Review: Shoulder Season be Damned
11 Dec 20 Miles Arbour / apparelRedesigned 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…
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On The Road Episode 1: Japan
0 Dec 18 Miles Arbour / video“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…
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Waxed Canvas Bags: Beginner’s Guide + How to Wax Canvas
34 Dec 14 Miles Arbour / tipsWhen 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…
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Extract Filter Review: A Water Purifier for Purists
16 Dec 13 Miles Arbour / gearThe 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…
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Pre-Order Opens for Wren Perseverance Front Rack and Cage Kit
8 Dec 8 Miles Arbour / newsAs 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…
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Escape L.A. 2023: Three Takes from the Inaugural Event
11 Dec 6 Miles Arbour / newsEscape 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…