Bikepacking Gear

Just announced, the Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump comes in two sizes with a Presta push-on head, a clever locking system, and the ability to stash their multi tools and a new tubeless plugger with oversized plugs. We had the chance to test both the 40 and 85cc models prior to today’s release for this first look review…

Building a drop-bar gravel rig on a budget? Big news! As an unanticipated follow-up to the value-packed mechanical 10-speed Sword group released last year, microSHIFT just launched an even more economical 9-speed spin-off, Sword Black. Find our two-in-one microSHIFT Sword Review and video look at the new microSHIFT Sword Black here…

In this Make Your Own Bikepacking Gear (MYOBG) tutorial, our friend Cody Toth in Berlin shares insights on how to sew an ultralight Rinko bag, allowing you to discreetly bring your bike on trains without paying extra fees. Find his step-by-step guide and some tips for using your bag here…

Well over a year in the making, we’re excited to finally share details on a promising new minimal rear rack designed specifically for bikes without rack mounts. Read on to find Miles’ Mica Rack review after testing several prototypes, plus the development story and some thoughts on why seat packs might be a thing of the past…

After nearly six months of day rides and bikepacking trips in Oaxaca, Puebla, and the Eastern US, Logan and Virginia highlight a few standout products and experiences that have delighted them in 2024. Here are a dozen items that have become their summer favorites, including excellent new grips, a pizza oven, a prototype rack, music for the trail, new bags, and more…

Earlier this year, MSR released its revamped suite of Titan cookware, including new designs for the venerable Titan Kettle, which features new sizes and some very nice upgrades. We’ve been testing the new MSR Titan Kettle 900, Kettle 1400, Double Wall Mug, and Long Spoon for this review. Dig in here…

Launched just in time for the Tour Divide, the Revelate Designs Pitchfork is an aero bar harness system made for ultra-endurance racing. The Pitchfork mounts directly to your aero bars, providing carrying capacity for a six-liter dry bag, two useful pockets, and a bungee system for easy access to snacks and other essentials. Find our full Revelate Designs Pitchfork review here…

Earlier this morning, DT Swiss unveiled a handful of new carbon gravel wheels aimed at adventure riders and racers. Lucas recently received a set of the high-end DT Swiss GRC 1100 DICUT 30 wheels, and he put together some early impressions with photos and an overview of the new range. Dive in here…

Just announced, the new Hammerhead Karoo is the brand’s third-generation head unit and the first since being acquired by SRAM. As you might expect, there are several new features to better integrate with SRAM components, along with a few other noteworthy upgrades and a fresh companion app. In our first-look review, Neil unpacks all the details and compares it to several other devices. See it here…

Longing to bolt water bottles, cargo cages, or mini panniers to your rear rack? In this Gear Tip, Josh explains how to make the Ortlieb Quick-Rack and other racks even more bikepacking-friendly using nothing but included parts and a few extra bolts. Find a detailed walkthrough here…

Whether or not bikepacking bags are truly “waterproof” is a contentious topic, especially with bag makers claiming their bags are waterproof when they’re clearly not. The Ortlieb Toptube Frame-Pack is a half-frame bag with welded seams and a unique waterproof zipper that may well be the only truly waterproof bag with a zipper. Find Neil’s Ortlieb Toptube Frame-Pack review here…

Updated May 2024 Modern mountain bikes often come with relatively wide and straight handlebars, typically with a subtle rise and a nine-degree sweep or less. While this style of handlebar […]