Neil Beltchenko

For our final video from the 2026 MADE Bike Show, Neil asked 33 framebuilders and a few component makers one big question: If you could take a month off work, where would you go bikepacking? Their answers include dream routes and a few far-flung destinations that might surprise you…

For part 9 of our 2026 MADE Bike Show video coverage, Neil asked 29 framebuilders one simple question: If you could steal any bike from the show, which one would it be? Their answers shed light on some of the most inspiring, surprising, and beautifully crafted bikes at MADE 2026…

In our seventh installment of video coverage from the 2026 MADE Bike Show, Neil catches up with several brands to check out their new parts. That includes two shiny Mica racks, new Teravail stems and “blue jean” tires, Silca’s new tire lineup, and much more…

For the second year running, Neil and Miles set up outside Portland’s Zidell Yards to catch folks rolling into the 2026 MADE Bike Show and learn a little more about them and their bikes. We chatted with more than 60 attendees to check out their rigs and ask what they were most excited to see inside. The result is a wonderfully eclectic cross-section of bikes and the people who ride them. Dive into this special edition of our Friday Reader’s Rig series here…

In part six of our 2026 MADE Bike Show video series, we met up Ronnie Romance to hear about Ultradynamico’s new carbon rims (which work with rim brakes), we talked to Pass and Stow about a new rack, and we got the lowdown on what Doom Bars has been up to. Find all the details about that and more here…

In our next installment of MADE 2026 video coverage, Neil catches up with seven builders and checks out an eclectic mix of bikes, including a 27.5-inch Ahearne, Singular’s take on a Ti 32, a Quarry hardtail with the new FOX 32-inch fork, a new gravel bike from Manzanita, a Tour Divide 32er from Sanitas, a sexy After Hours gravel bike, and a sneak peek at a forthcoming budget-friendly Wilde ATB. Watch it here…

In part 4 of our 2026 MADE Bike Show video coverage, Neil catches up with six more brands and checks out Mone’s new-but-old Klunker, Neuhaus’ 30.5″ gravel bike, several impressive builds from Bantam, the latest from Moots, PV Design, and a unique mixed-wheel basketpacking bike from Klink Cycles. Watch it here…

Our MADE 2026 video coverage continues with part three where Neil checks in with a few old friends and some new ones. In this episode, he catches up with Jesse from Slow Southern Steel to talk about a hardtail built for his framebuilding class, gets the lowdown on Black Sheep and a 32” bike built nearly seven years ago, takes a look at the new mini velos from Velo Orange, and much more…

In our second video from the 2026 MADE Bike Show, Neil gets a look at some truly fantastic creations, from newer builders such as So Far, So Good to more seasoned builders like Oddity Cycles. There’s no shortage of innovative cargo solutions, clever details, and hand-built craftsmanship in this roundup from the show. Watch it here…

The MADE show returns for its fourth year at Zidell Yards in Portland, Oregon, bringing a long weekend packed with incredible handmade bicycles, bike culture, and more. The doors open to the public today, and we’re kicking off our “MADE 2026 on Video” coverage with part one: a showcase of three standout builds from Rare Earth Cycle. Watch it here…

Neil spent the last couple of months testing the Significant Other Ded Reckin, a 120/130 full-suspension titanium bike fabricated in Denver, Colorado. Featuring incredible craftsmanship, an interesting linkage design, and the easy-on-the-eyes aesthetics we’ve come to associate with builder Ashley King, Neil’s time with her first production model yielded some unexpected outcomes. Dig into his full video and written reviews below…

With the onset of hotter, drier, more unstable conditions across the globe, Neil’s latest video explores how wildfires are affecting bikepacking. Drawing on his experience from a recent trip on the Colorado Trail, Neil shares tips and resources to help you stay better informed in an emergency. Dive into his latest insight-packed piece below…