Nic Morales

The Starling Cycles Big Bird is a handmade full-suspension mountain bike from the Bristol, UK-based builder that uses the new 32-inch wheel size in a mullet-style setup. Find all the details on their latest release here…

The Curve Big Kev V2 is a revised version of the Australian brand’s monster gravel bike. With increased tire clearance, dropper post routing, and minor geometry tweaks, this new version offers more than just modern drivetrain updates. For more, check out the details below…

Queer Cyclist’s “How I Packed for a 300 Mile Ride” is the latest video on Hannah Griggs’s recently re-launched YouTube channel. In it, Hannah gives a detailed look at her pack list for the Huracan 300 route. To see the full gear breakdown, check out the video below…

The Vivo XC Air Derailleur and shifter are new components featuring aluminum and titanium construction to deliver, according to the company, some of its most responsive shifting to date. For more on these new bits, dive into the details below…

Tristan Ridley’s latest video, “Why I Quit Belt Drive,” offers insights into his experience with the alternative drivetrain. As a well-traveled bikepacker, Tristan shares his experience with belt-drive bikes and why he’s moving back to standard external-drive systems…

Hosted by Two Bikes, Bike Camp 2026 is a non-competitive, fun-first gathering of bike-oriented people and events in Chattanooga, Tennessee. For more on this year’s event, dig into the details below…

With so much technology integrated into our daily lives, it can be challenging to know which devices actually enhance our outdoor experience. From activity trackers to GPS devices, tech has inextricably changed outdoor recreation, for better and worse. In his COROS Nomad review, Nic tries to determine whether this sports watch is a meaningful companion for his time outside…

With dozens of options cropping up in the gravel and XC space over the last few years, Nic has spent significant time trying to find the ideal tire that’s light, durable, fast, and offers plenty of grip. In his Vittoria Peyote review, he finds out whether these XC race tires tick all the boxes…

Updates to the 2026 Kona Rove lineup are here, featuring a host of build kit changes and geometry tweaks to its lauded gravel bike. For more on the new Kona Rove lineup, dig into all the details below…

In their latest video, the duo over at Slow Spokes tries winter bikepacking. Venturing onto their local trails for an overnighter amid a frozen landscape, they prepared for the worst. See how they fared and what they learned in the video below…

Wanting to create a statement piece that travels equally well on and off the bike, the new Outer Shell Magic Tote is a packable storage solution for commuters and bikepackers alike. For more on this new wearable bag, read on below…

Week after week, there’s plenty of exceptional used gear being added to the Bike Camp Co-op. In our first Co-op Finds roundup of 2026, we highlight a Santa Cruz Chameleon, racks from Old Man Mountain and Pass and Stow, Ortlieb Panniers, and much more…