Bikepacking Gear

A stem bag is a stem bag is a stem bag, right? Not if it’s made from an upcycled Thomson stem bag! We check out London-based Wizard Work’s Re-Use Re-Purpose Voila Snack Bag and matching tool roll, and find out about the business’ upcycling future…

Salsa Cycles just announced the fully redesigned, next-level Cutthroat V2. We had a chance to put well over 1,000 miles on one prior to today’s launch for this full review. Find all the details, our ride impressions, and loads of photos here…

Adding to a range of distinctly high end road shoes, Quoc’s Grand Tourer aims to satisfy the needs of those who enjoy both mixed terrain riding and off-bike exploring… in style. A badly dressed Cass Gilbert beats up a pair in Europe and reports back.

Curve Cycling just introduced a completely new cargo cage and pack system called the Rocket Pooch and Rocket Titanium Cage. We had the chance to give it a look and take a few pics prior to launch. Find details and impressions here…

For the most part, modern mountain bikes come stocked with relatively wide and straight handlebars, typically with a 9-degree sweep or less and a subtle rise at best. Whilst this style of handlebar may well suit a trail rider’s needs, they’re not necessarily the best option for big backcountry rides and long distance bikepacking. After […]

The days are getting shorter here in the the Northern Hemisphere, but the season’s just beginning for gear testing. Here are a dozen products—from navigation to footwear—that have become some of Logan’s favorites throughout this past spring and summer…

PEdALED just released its first merino wool garment line solely dedicated to off-road cycling. We had a chance to give the Jary Collection a look before the launch. Here are details, photos, and impressions…

The Tarptent Aeon Li (“lithium”) is a single-pound, single-pole, single-person, single-wall, half-pyramid shelter that’s extraordinarily ultralight yet still quite spacious. We’ve been testing one for nearly a year to see how it holds up after a lot of rigorous use. Here’s the full review.

The Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Socks and Gloves utilize a soft knit fabric, waterproof membrane, and moisture wicking lining to keep your extremities warm and dry on the wettest of days. Miles got his hands (and feet) on both for a mix of all-weather commuting and gravel exploration. Read his thoughts here…

We try the Alpkit Kraku – an ultra-compact gas canister stove – and the 900ml MytiPot on tour in Europe. Who said minimalism can’t be affordable? Find our review here…

The Zipp Service Course 70 XPLR is a new drop handlebar designed specifically for big mixed terrain rides, with comfort and gear hauling in mind. We had the chance to attend a presentation by Zipp about the bars and give the SL 70 XPLR a look. Here’s a set of photos and our initial takeaways…

Featuring a massive 11-50-tooth cassette, the new Box Prime 9 is a budget, wide-range 1×9 drivetrain that promises a narrower chainline, rugged components, and easy to find replacement parts (well, the chain, at least). We had a chance to give it a try prior to today’s launch. Here are our impressions and all the specs…