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A growing compilation of reviews, from bikepacking bags to bike components, apparel and camping gear. Sort through reviews by category, or find the latest below.
Ergon’s newly announced SMC MTB Comfort Series saddles are specifically designed to solve long-ride comfort problems for mountain bikers and bikepackers alike. Here are Miles’ first impressions after a handful of rides on the Men’s SMC Sport Gel Saddle. Find all the details and photos here…
Are Shimano SPDs the most invincible pedals on the market? Watch this video for Neil’s full ultra-long-term review of Shimano XT and XTR pedals, plus find a comparison of Shimano M8100 vs M9100 and learn how to keep yours spinning smoothly for years…
Teravail just announced larger, 2.1 and 2.2-inch, “monster gravel” versions of the Rutland mixed terrain tire. We had a chance to give them a look and put a few rides on the 29 x 2.2″ model prior to release. Here are our impressions and details about the new tires…
After many miles of testing during bikepacking races and events, Neil reviews the Fenix BC21R V2.0 light in our first video Short…
The Wizard Works Alakazam Basket Bag comes in two sizes, designed to fit Wald 137 and 139 baskets, and uses an expandable roll-top closure for an easily adjustable and versatile fit. It’s well suited for everything from running errands to dirt road touring, and is handmade in London, UK. Here’s our full review after a few months of daily use…
REI recently released two new bikepacking bags, each constructed with a unique tan, Bluesign approved ripstop nylon. Both have a few unique features. Learn more about the REI Link Seat Pack and Link Handlebar Bag in these two video reviews…
In our latest Make Your Own Bikepacking Gear (MYOBG) tutorial, David Helbig provides a step-by-step guide to making your first simple roll-top stuff sack. Learn what it takes to get started here…
Suspension seatposts aren’t anything new. There have been various contraptions to suspend and cushion bike saddles since the dawn of cycling. However, many of them had a reputation for being, […]
In the latest video on our new YouTube channel, Neil reviews a custom Cedaero bolt-on frame bag after 1,500 miles of use and abuse, including tough winter ultras like the Arrowhead 135. Watch it here and see a gallery of photos of it on his Beargrease…
After a combined 500+ miles of riding, Miles and Lucas report back on Bontrager’s GR2 Gravel Bike Shoe, which was released earlier this spring. The lace-up closure and no-frills design are likely to appeal to bikepackers and gravel enthusiasts alike. Learn more here…
With a small ratcheting wrench, a good selection of interchangeable bits, and several preset torque attachments, Topeak’s Ratchet Rocket LITE NTX offers a lot of functions in a very small and unique package. Find Miles’ thoughts after nearly two years of use, including a motel room bike build and two weeks on the Oregon Timber Trail…
In this Make Your Own Bikepacking Gear (MYOBG) tutorial, Miles walks through a simple guide to make your own bikepacking-friendly fire starters. Best of all, most of the necessary materials are sitting in your laundry room garbage right now…
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