Bikepacking Gear

The Wolf Tooth Remote 360 is a new Minnesota-made dropper lever that retrofits 1980s video game technology to create a completely ambidextrous solution. We had the chance to try out the Remote 360 ahead of today’s launch for this review…

With a fresh look for mountain bike shoes, the new Quoc Escape Off-Road eschews categorical classification and blends trail durability with a streamlined aesthetic typically found on road shoes. Joe Cruz put a pair to the test and reports back with this in-depth review…

Launched earlier this year, the Crankbrothers Klic HV Mini Floor Pump has a fold-out foothold, a proper handle, and a magnetic detachable hose. Miles has been using it for the last few months to see how it stacks up against his beloved Lezyne Micro Drive. Find his KLIC HV mini Floor Pump review and some thoughts on the Crankbrothers F16 multi-tool here…

Despite their gravity/enduro label, Neil found the new canvas Shimano GE5 shoes to perform exceptionally well while bikepacking. In his latest video review, Neil shares his experience with them and what makes them a good multi-disciplinary shoe. Watch it here and find a written review, pros and cons, and a selection of photos…

While searching for the perfect tire to serve double duty for dirt touring and rugged singletrack riding, Logan stumbled upon the redesigned Maxxis Forekaster. After putting it through its paces on the doubletrack of the San José del Pacifico, the steep and rough trails of the Sierra Norte, and running it on a trail hardtail during training rides and races, he shares his thoughts in this review…

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…