Bikepacking Gear

Rockgeist made some big modifications to their flagship handlebar system last year. The BarJam Harness saw a meticulous redesign using locally machined alloy brackets and integration with the welded waterproof Horton accessory pouch. After a few months of testing, find our full review of this incredibly stable system here…

Carrying a large volume of water for bikepacking trips can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. In our latest video, Neil dives into why he carries a hydration bladder for nearly all of his bikepacking trips and shares his review of the new 3L Apidura Frame Pack Hydration Bladder, a purpose-built hydration bladder for your frame pack…

Roman Rusinov is the founder of Ikari, a small brand here in Brevard, North Carolina, that makes intricately designed and useful gear for bikepacking, fly fishing, and daily bike-life use. We got ahold of a couple of Ikari’s unique bike brackets as well as a beautiful magnetic fly container to check them out. Find more about those handmade products and some background on Roman and Ikari here…

Updated January 2022 Modern mountain bikes are often 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, it’s not necessarily the best option for big backcountry rides and long-distance bikepacking. After all, […]

UK-based 76 Projects Hi Flow ‘No Clog’ Tubeless Valves claim to let four times the air through compared to standard valves and use a unique core design that helps prevent sealant build-up. We’ve been testing a pair over the last few months, and you can find our complete review plus a high-flow valve shootout here…

Back in 2012, when the first 29+ tires were unveiled alongside the release of the Surly Krampus, a collective lightbulb turned on above the heads of bikepackers everywhere, even before bikepacking had begun to surge in popularity. There was just something about those big, cushy 29 x 3.0” tires that seemed to open up a […]

In our latest Make Your Own Bikepacking Gear (MYOBG) tutorial, Josh Rizzo guides us through sewing a simple drawstring stuff sack using upcycled fabric. Find step-by-step instructions to create a handy little bag for organizing your accessories here…

Tumbleweed just released the more affordable new Alloy Persuader handlebar that’s a half-pound lighter than the original Chromoly Persuader. The Alloy version also comes in a massive 840mm width, which is a whole lot of fun. We’ve been riding them for a few weeks now for this first ride review…

In our final salute to the gear of 2021, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen components, wearables, tools, and toys that became their favorite things throughout a year of route scouting, trail rides, and overnighters. Find them all here…

Reflecting back on the year of riding around Europe, from the Baltic Sea down to the Dolomites, Lucas rounds up 12 noteworthy pieces of gear and experiences that added to his life in 2021, whether on or off the bike. From handmade bags to affordable accessories and time-tested apparel, find his annual Editor’s Dozen here…

Fresh off a week-long singletrack bikepacking trip in the desert, Miles shares his thoughts on the redesigned Outer Shell Handlebar Harness and Drawcord Handlebar Bag. Find specs, photos, and a report on what’s new here…

Following up on our recent Essential Layering for Bikepacking guide, here’s a roundup of our favorite extras and accessories—a variety of add-ons to up the warmth of your feet, head, neck, and limbs while bikepacking and camping…