Friday Debrief: New Ingrid Cranks, Ortlieb Gravel-Packs, White Ind Seatpost Collars, and More

The weekly Debrief highlights small but important bits of news, products, and things that caught our attention on the website, in the conversation, and elsewhere around the community. These include upcoming events and interesting items our readers shared in the comments. Check out this week’s findings below.

Bits & Bobs

New products that are worth highlighting but didn’t make the Dispatch…

Ortlieb Quick-Lock2.2 Now On Gravel-Packs

Made in Germany / $130+ at Ortlieb

Last year, Ortlieb released the new Quick-Lock2.2 attachment system on a handful of its products. The system offers shim-free, tool-free hook adjustment, compatibility with rack tube diameters from 8 to 16 mm, and a 12.5-kilogram load capacity per bag. Just recently, the Quick-Lock2.2 system has made its way onto the Gravel-Packs, and it is also available as an aftermarket upgrade for compatible gear to adopt the new attachment design.

Ingrid CRS-TRIP Crankset

Made in Italy / €286 at Ingrid

Italy’s INGRID unveiled a new crankset this week, the CRS-TRIP, which they call “a journey into pure, solid geometry.” It features a subtle texture and a 3D-printed nylon insert on the sides and is available in a single 170mm length and an array of 10 colors. The €286 ($330) CRS-TRIP weighs 585 grams with a 30mm spindle. The Italian brand also offers a wide range of matching chainrings.

Zéfal Adventure Pump

Made in France / €59 at Zéfal

The new Zéfal Adventure Pump is portable enough to bring with you on a ride or trip, but more powerful and ergonomic thanks to a floor pump-inspired design, with an ergonomic handle, long flexible hose, and universal lever connector. The France-made pump weighs 195 grams, is 30 centimeters long, and features a durable aluminum body.

White Industries Seatpost Collar

Made in USA / $54 at White Industries

Handmade at their workshop in Petaluma, California, the new White Industries Seatpost Collars are apparently a part that folks have long been asking for. “We’ve been asked about seat collars for years,” said Lynette Toepfer, GM from White Industries. “We waited until we could design one that truly met our standards. Simple, functional, durable—and built to last.” Each collar is CNC-machined from 6061 aluminum and includes a stainless steel bolt and bronze insert pin nut. They are available in four diameters (36.4, 35, 32, and 30mm) in Black, Blue, Gold, Pink, Purple, Polished Silver, Stealth Black, and Red.

Crankbrothers Klic Pumps with Tire Plug Anchor Kit

$49 at Crankbrothers

Crankbrothers’ latest release combines its Klic HV Hand Pump with a built-in tubeless plugger, providing a one-stop shop for all things tire-related on the trail. The pump includes internal storage for a plugger fork, a Plug Mate kit (containing plugs and anchors), and a valve core tool. It’s available with or without a gauge.

Cyclite Fork Bag 01

Made in China / €119 at Cyclite

Cyclite’s new quick-release fork bag features an interesting, slim, tapered profile that they say offers a unique aerodynamic advantage over traditional, bulkier bags. The Fork Bag 01 has a zippered opening, a mesh side pocket, a quick-release mounting system, and weatherproof construction, and it is just 8 centimeters wide.

Last Chance for Hite-Rite

Made in USA / $49 at eBay

Almost 10 years ago, Joe Breeze opened up his personal stash of genuine HITE-RITE seatpost droppers, which were available to purchase on eBay. Yesterday, they re-stocked the eBay store with the last batch of HITE-RITES, and once they’re gone, they won’t be coming back. If you’ve been wanting to grab yourself a piece of mountain bike history and own the original dropper post, now is your chance.

In Conversation

Exchanges and ideas that caught our attention in the site’s conversation section…

Skull Tee V7

Logan here. It’s hard to believe we just made the seventh version of the Skull Tee. I originally sketched the first bike/skull doodle back in 2012 while daydreaming and planning for our ride through Latin America, from Mexico to Panama. Seven iterations later, here we are. When we shared our latest merch drop on Tuesday, a few people mentioned items they’d love to see return—bandanas being a popular request. Merchandise has always been a small operation for us; Virginia and I still handle everything ourselves out of our backyard shed. That said, we’re already thinking ahead to another batch later this summer. What would you like to see more of in the web shop? Let us know in the Conversation below.

Around the Community

News from around the bikepacking world…

The Life You Find on a Bicycle

Published last week, SILCA’s latest video features a 20-minute conversation between CEO Josh Poertner and cargo-biking legend Erik Binggeser, who pedals his Ti Omnium Cargo more than 20,000 miles every year. In it, Erik shares how bikes have reframed his relationship with work, travel, money, connection, and everyday life. Watch it above.

Rodeo Labs Global Owner Map

Rodeo Labs just re-launched their Global Owner Map to create a community of riders who love adventurous riding. “By joining our community, you help build a global network of riders who inspire and support one another. Whether you want to connect with others, share your favorite routes, or simply show your love for the ride, this is the place to do it.” Learn more and add yourself at Rodeo-Labs.com.

Curve FLINTA* 850 Adventure Scholarship

Announced earlier this year, the Curve FLINTA* 850 is a free 850-kilometer bikepacking event for riders with marginalized gender and sexual identities. To help make it more accessible, Curve has partnered with a few brands to run a scholarship for two lucky riders. The scholarship includes a complete bike service, a MAAP Alt-Road $2,000 voucher, a Wahoo Element Roam, a Smith Optics Helmet and Sunglasses bundle, an Apidura bag kit, a premium RideWithGPS membership, Curve merch, and a finisher burrito at Zambreros Wangaratta after the event. Applications are open and close on June 30th. Learn more and apply here.

YouTube Live Q&A with John and Mira

Tonight, John, Mira, and Xtracycle are hosting a live Q&A on YouTube to talk all about the newly launched Omnitierra long-tail adventure bike. If you missed it, we got a first look at it ahead of this year’s Sea Otter, but tonight will be a good chance to ask the team any questions you may have. Find the YouTube live page here.

Tim Talks: Fork Yeah

Tim Krueger took to Esker’s YouTube channel to discuss the steel fork now specced on any of their frames designed around 120mm of travel. The Fork Yeah features plenty of cargo-carrying capacity with three pack and rack mounts. Check out Tim’s detailed look at the fork in the video above.

Oveja Negra is Hiring!

Announced via their Instagram, Oveja Negra bags is hiring a customer service associate. Per the listing, “Coworkers at Oveja Negra receive up to 4 weeks off per year with 2 of those weeks paid, receive a $400 company gift card annually, have a flexible work schedule, and get health insurance benefits if full-time. For more on their new listing, visit their website.

Surly Sorceress: Why We Did It & Other Musings (Video)

Surly just published a video that addresses some frequently asked, nerd-level questions about their new hardtail, the Sorceress. Neil had many positive things to say about it in his review, but Surly’s Senior Product Manager Michael Groskreutz and Design Engineer Thor Shellum do a great job at explaining specific design and engineering choices.

JJJJustin’s Mini, Micro, Ultralight Panniers

Ahead of the 2026 Tour Divide, Justin McKinley’s latest YouTube video shares a look at the impressively compact bag setup on his Otso Fenrir. Watch it above, and if you missed them, check out our Rider and Rig feature on his Moots Mooto X YBB and our video on how his Otso was configured for last year’s Tour Divide.

Events Starting Soon

What to watch this weekend and bikepacking events starting soon…

Ride Your Damn Bike Festival

Put on by Patrick Farnsworth of the Bikes or Death podcast and the Ozark Gravel Cyclists, the Ride Your Damn Bike Festival is a multi-day celebration of cycling, community, and craft based in downtown Fayetteville, Arkansas. There are events and rides happening all weekend, and you learn more here.

Odyssey of the VOG

The Odyssey of the VOG (Valley of the Giants) gets its name from the 51 acres of massive old-growth forest found on the North Fork Siletz River at the western edge of Polk County, Oregon. The event challenges riders with a 351-mile bikepacking race through some of the most rugged terrain on the Oregon Coast. Over 40 riders are registered for live tracking, and the grand depart is tomorrow. Follow along live here.

Source to Sea

The Source to Sea Trail is a long-distance circular route connecting old packhorse lanes, drovers’ roads, greenways, and quiet country roads to take you across Yorkshire. This year’s grand depart is tomorrow morning in Mytholmroyd, West Yorkshire, England, and nearly 30 riders are registered for live tracking. Follow their progress here.

Fayetteville Ultra Circuit

The Fayetteville Ultra Circuit dives deep into the wildest corners of the Ozarks, tying together nearly every notable trail system in Northwest Arkansas. The FUC stitches together a hand-picked patchwork of legendary old-school singletrack—some beloved, some all but forgotten—linked by an unpredictable mix of surfaces. Follow along starting tomorrow morning here.

Hellenic Mountain Race

Created by the folks behind the Silk Road Mountain Race and Atlas Mountain Race, the Hellenic Mountain Race is a 922-kilometer unsupported bikepacking race through the rugged mountains of Greece. This year’s grand depart starts tomorrow morning, with nearly 200 riders participating. Follow along live here.

Weekly Social

Some things we found around the ‘gram and elsewhere. This week, a recap from Lael’s Rallies in Sardinia from Megan and Erin, and Randy Windle’s new Rare Earth/Slow Southern Steel bikepacking rig…

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