Bikepacking Gear

After a couple of seasons with the Katabatic Gear Palisade Quilt, Neil shares his long-term review, including thoughts on why he prefers quilts, the features that make the Palisade the best he’s used, and everything else you need to know. Find it all here…

Having recently taken to rougher terrain, Nic sought new ways to make mountain biking more comfortable. In his review of the Slug Terrestrial Ti bars, he digs into the specifics of an experience with the material that seems to make a world of difference…

Concluding our 2025 Editor’s Dozen series, bundle up and dig into fall/winter favorites, featuring several cold-weather gear standouts that include a Minnesota-made Polartec hat, stealthy winter boots, smart repair tricks, camera upgrades, and a do-all fat bike. Plus, find a little reminder to take care of yourself when the temps drop and to-do lists grow…

After learning that not all Silky Saws include a protective storage sheath, Miles took it upon himself to design one. In our latest DIY tutorial, he walks through how to make your own cinchable sleeve that keeps your saw protected and ready for action. Find a supply list, photos, and step-by-step instructions here…

For his 2025 Editor’s Dozen, Lucas looks back at a whirlwind year characterized by a “less but better” approach and highlights a mishmash of mostly old and some new favorites. From pennies or less to ultra-premium, find his most-loved bags, bikes, apps, places, boats, foods, and more here…

Following last winter’s rain jacket roundup, we’ve been on the hunt for equivalent rain pants that are packable, dependable, and suitable for wet-weather riding. We tested some of the top cycling-specific rain pants from Albion, 7mesh, Patagonia, PEdALED, and other brands to see how they stack up. Find the results and mini-reviews of the best rain pants for bikepacking and off-road touring here…

In his Editor’s Dozen, Josh highlights a hodgepodge of DIY items, time-tested products, new favorites, and cycling-adjacent formats that brought him more joy in 2025 than any piece of gear could. Read on for his 12 top picks plus one big shift in perspective that defined his year…

For his Editor’s Dozen, an impending bikepacking trip to Colombia has Cass running through his gear with a fine-tooth comb, seeing what makes the cut. Find a tent, a GPS unit, a nut butter knife, and even a three gram bidet, plus personal highlights, favourite tours, bike mods, and more in his wide-ranging list of top picks for 2025…

From bags and apparel to racks and retrospection, Nic’s 2025 Editor’s Dozen features all kinds of goodies brimming with utility, value, and a little extra kick. Put through their paces in North Carolina, here are the 12 things that made his year all the better…

Earlier this year, Relentless Components launched the Mule Rack, a unique, weld-free rack designed to carry heavy loads with a wide range of mounting options for cages, panniers, and dry bags. Neil has been testing it since July, and in this video, he shares his thoughts on this distinctive cargo solution. Find his full Relentless Mule Rack review here…

Contributing editor Stephen Fitzgerald reflects on a year of night riding, wheelies, and big rides with a dozen noteworthy products, ideas, and experiences. Find Stephen’s end-of-year 2025 Editors Dozen here…

From tiny, free hacks to big, ride-changing upgrades, Logan and Virginia’s end-of-2025 Editor’s Dozen rounds up 12 newfound favorites (plus a bonus pick) that deliver utility, value, and joy. Tested hard on home turf in western North Carolina and Oaxaca’s Sierra Norte, there are a few ideas worth checking out or stealing for your kit…