Bikepacking Gear

Two years in the making, the new Wizard Works Hobgob Hip Pack is the small London brand’s most technical bag to date, packed full of features and details that they claim make it functional, extremely comfortable, and easy on the eyes. We got our hands on one ahead of today’s launch to see how it compares to the crowded field of competitors. Find Miles’ Wizard Works Hobgob Hip Pack Review here…

Ever wonder why there are so many handlebar and stem clamp diameters? Or which are the most popular? In this piece, we look at how the main five stem sizes came to be and dig into each’s history before revealing our survey results, in which close to 1,300 readers responded with their preferred stem clamp diameter…

The Specialized Recon ADV Shoes combine the efficiency of a stiff clipless cycling shoe with a roomy toe box, lace-up closure, and unique aesthetics. Miles has been wearing them almost exclusively for the last three months on long gravel rides, rowdy singletrack rides, and several bikepacking trips to see how they hold up. Find his review here…

When bikepacking, your sleeping quarters are nearly as vital as your bike. After all, you often spend more time in your shelter than you do pedaling. In this review, Neil delves into pyramid shelters and, specifically, what sets the Mountain Laurel Designs DuoMid XL apart as an excellent option for two people. Read it here…

The Logos Eudae 29 is a sub-$1,300, sub-1,600-gram carbon mountain bike wheelset that’s built around a hub with open dual-sprung star ratchet internals and a highly compelling suite of specs. We’ve put more than 2,500 miles on a set for this long-term review…

The Musguard Handlebar Harness weighs just 148 grams, uses a unique one-strap design that wraps around the stem and handlebar, and is one of the most affordable harnesses out there. We’ve been testing one over the last few months to see how it stacks up against some of its closest competitors. Find Miles’ review here…

The Miss Grape ILCOSO is a unique modular handlebar bag cradle and accessory mount designed to solve several quandaries often created by handlebar bags, such as tire clearance and cable interference. A few of us have been testing the ILCOSO to see how it performs over the long haul. Find our review here…

The UK’s Hope Technology entered the clipless pedal game with the announcement of three new offerings in August of 2021. As a die-hard Shimano XT/XTR fan, Lucas was initially skeptical about the Hope Union RC pedals, but he’s changed his tune after a year of use. Find his long-term review following all manner of rides around Portugal and the Rocky Mountains here…

Taking your riding shoes off after a long day of pedaling is one of the best feelings, especially when you have a backup pair for shuffling around camp. While hunting for most easy to pack ultralight camp shoes, we tested a bunch of popular models, from minimalist outdoor socks to superlight sandals. Find our thoughts and mini-reviews on six of them here, plus a list of other options…

Revelate Designs just announced two new wedge frame bags. The Revelate Choss is a triangular bag designed for hardtail and full-suspension mountain bikes, and the Sandur is made for gravel bikes. We had the chance to give them both a try ahead of today’s launch. Find our review and details on their new frame bag hydration bladder systems here…

Building on the 3/4″ ladder lock buckle Austere Manufacturing released this spring, the new 1″ Pin Ladder Lock is compatible with any gear that uses 1″ webbing. We got our hands on a couple of buckles for today’s release. Find our first look here…

Can a saddle with built-in suspension offer more comfort on long rides? The BikeYoke Sagma features integrated elastomers designed to reduce vibrations and remedy saddle suffering. In our latest review, we dig into the details after trail riding and bikepacking with the Sagma Carbon for several months…