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April fools 2021
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2021 April Fools’ Day Roundup

By Miles Arbour on April 1, 2021

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From DIY titanium cranks to a new 3350% range drivetrain, #GuacOutside, and bakeable bike components, we’ve gathered up some of the best April Fools’ Day announcements for you to chuckle at. Check them all out here…

Wizard Works
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Collective Reward #088: Wizard Works Lil Presto + Teeny Houdini Sets

By Lucas Winzenburg on

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We’re giving away three sets of Wizard Works bags for Collective Reward #088. Learn more about the London-based manufacturer, their Lil Presto and Teeny Houdini bags, and how to win one of each in our latest prize drawing here…

Attach Water Bottles and Add Cage Mounts to Your Bike
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Ways to Attach Water Bottles and Add Cage Mounts to Your Bike

By Logan Watts on March 8, 2021

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Updated on March 8, 2022 With the growing popularity of eyelet-mounted bags and cargo cages, bike tourers and bikepackers are increasingly looking for ways to add mounts to their fork or downtube to attach such accessories. In addition, many desert routes and trips through warmer climates require extra hydration, so mounting extra bottle cages or […]

Farr Aero GPS Mount
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Farr Releases Carbon Aero Bolt-On GPS Mount

By Miles Arbour on February 16, 2021

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Farr just responded to customer requests and developed a three-piece dedicated GPS mount for their Carbon Aero Bolt-On extension with loads of adjustment options. Learn all about it here…

Mini Cargo Bike
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Make Your Own (Micro) Cargo Bike

By Lucas Winzenburg on February 8, 2021

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We’re loving this new DIY micro cargo bike tutorial and the sustainable transportation message behind it. Learn more about creator Adeline O’Moreau’s latest project and find a link to download the PDF guide to make your own here…

2021 Bikepacking Predictions and Desires
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2021 Bikepacking Predictions (and Desires)

By Logan Watts on January 18, 2021

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In our latest YouTube video, a few of our editors share their 2021 predictions for interesting new gear, adventures, and the bikepacking community at large. Watch it here, plus find out a few things we hope will come to fruition during the upcoming year…

Biking with Grandma's Sewing Machine
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Biking With Grandma’s Sewing Machine (Video)

By Lucas Winzenburg on December 15, 2020

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Josh Rizzo learned to sew his own bikepacking bags by following our tutorials, never expecting it to turn into a full-blown passion. In this short video, he shares the story of how dusting off his grandma’s old sewing machine unlocked a newfound sense of adventure. Watch it here, along with a link to our complete list of DIY tutorials…

VTXL Bikepacking Route

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By Joe Cruz on December 4, 2020

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Photos by Donalrey Nieva and Joe Cruz Vermont is rolling green hills in late spring and summer, and these lead into a superlative burst of color in autumn. It is valleys of open farmland with red silo monuments and grazing holstein cows, friendly quaint general stores, cold swimming holes, and hundred and fifty year old […]

2020 Bikepacking Gear of the Year Awards
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2020 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

By Logan Watts on December 3, 2020

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The first installment of our 2020 Bikepacking Awards recognizes the products that have impressed us the most. Find our top picks in 10 categories, including Best New Component, Best Tools, and Top Five Bikepacking Bikes. Plus, some thoughts on the bikes that are already on our radar for 2021…

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A Beginner’s Guide to Spoon Making

By Cass Gilbert on December 1, 2020

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If you’re looking to imbue your bikepacking trips with some practical creativity, how about carving a wooden spoon on your next overnight campout? Newbie whittler Cass made his first eating implement last year and shares his tips and thoughts on the process, as well as inspiration and advice from expert spoon-making bikepackers…

Forager Cycles Cable Cherries
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Forager Cycles Cable Cherries: First Look

By Logan Watts on November 19, 2020

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Bikepacking Journal contributor Dan Stranahan recently launched Forager Cycles and its flagship product, Cable Cherries, an elegant solution to replace those annoying crimps to keep the ends of derailleur and brake cables from fraying. We had the chance to try them out and ask Dan a few questions about how they came to be…

Stoves for Bikepacking, Stoves for Bike Touring
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Stoves for Bikepacking: A Complete List and Guide

By Team Work on November 11, 2020

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When selecting (or making) a stove for bike touring or bikepacking, there are several factors to consider. We’ve tried dozens of different stoves and cooking methods over the years, and often bring specific stoves for different trips. For longer outings, the chief deciding factor is what type of fuel will be available to restock along […]