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Make Your Own Stem Bag: MYOBG

By Neža Peterca on January 15, 2018

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Learn how make your own stem bag from old recycled gear in this step-by-step ‘MYOBG’ tutorial. Follow along as Neža makes a ‘snack bag’ (i.e. feed bag) from an old inflatable air mattress.

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What Goes Into a Full-suspension Frame Bag

By Logan Watts on November 28, 2017

41 Discussion

Here’s why we think every full-suspension bike should have a frame bag… even if you’re not a bikepacker. Plus, the full lowdown on different bag types, who builds them, what can actually fit into them, and two suggested pack lists.

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The Breaking Trail

By Logan Watts on September 26, 2017

61 Discussion

Logan and Virginia’s trip in the Georgian High Caucasus took a turn for the worse. Here Logan tells the tale atop a red stretcher while bouncing along one of the most dangerous roads in the World…

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The Big Guide to Bikepacking & Touring in East Africa

By Logan Watts on August 30, 2017

31 Discussion

As intimidating as it may sound to the uninitiated, bikepacking in Africa can be an incredible experience. As a planning resource for those seeking adventure in the Motherland, here is our full guide to bikepacking and touring east Africa. Complete with travel tips and Logan’s full kit list as used on the Trans-Uganda bikepacking expedition…

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Wanderlust Monida Insulated Bag: Not just for winter…

By Colt Fetters on June 7, 2017

7 Discussion

The Wanderlust Monida is a new insulated water bottle/cargo bag designed specifically for cold weather cycling and winter ultras. And although this particular review was conducted on Cuba’s balmy dirt roads — a 10 day trip which was anything but a frigid affair — we found the Monida to be a versatile bag with plenty of hidden perks.

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Tramontana

By Montanus on April 14, 2017

12 Discussion

Tramontana is the latest short film by Montanus, a bikepacking project out of Abruzzo, Italy. The film is one-half expedition and one-half introspective dreamscape. Feel the cold darkness, hear the crackle of the fire, and then learn how they made the film as well as the DIY portable woodstove that takes center stage.

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Bikepacking the Camino de Santiago. My own way…

By Logan Watts on January 30, 2017

10 Discussion

Marco King recently completed his first bikepacking trip, a 900km impromptu version of the Camino de Santiago through northern Portugal and Spain. With a DIY kit in tow, sticking as often as possible to dirt roads, goat paths and the infamous GR hiking trails that crisscross the countryside, his pilgrimage was a steep learning curve… but one that was most rewarding.

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The Complete Guide to Bikepacking Bags

By Team Work on November 15, 2016

55 Discussion

“Which bags should I start with? Are there any specific bags you’d recommend? What do you pack where?” These are probably the most common questions we’re asked. In an effort to answer them, we proudly present our Complete Guide to Bikepacking Bags, along with six starter setups — from our barebones Hack Kit to our money-no-object Dream Bag Kit. For ideas on how it’s all put into practice, we’ve also included packing techniques from several bikepacking veterans, along with a list of bag makers the world over.

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A Year (of gear) in Review: My First Year Bikepacking

By Miles Arbour on October 20, 2016

34 Discussion

Miles tried a lot of gear during his first year bikepacking. He also explored a new route in Ontario, learned to sew, and found a new addiction. Read his year [of gear] in review…

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Bikepacking Hack: Extra Bottle Cages on a Surly ECR/Troll/Ogre

By Logan Watts on March 24, 2016

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Need extra water capacity for a big bikepacking trip? Here’s a hack to add two additional bottle cages using Surly’s do-all, horizontal slot dropouts—tested on rough tracks in East Africa.

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Sub-Arctic Bikepacking in Alaska’s White Mountains

By Guest on February 15, 2016

3 Discussion

A photo essay from a sub-arctic snow bike trip through Alaska’s White Mountains.

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Bikepacking Predictions 2016… what the future may hold.

By Team Work on December 29, 2015

28 Discussion

From a dropper post seat pack to a rainy Tour Divide—we’ve pulled 12 predictions straight from our crystal ball to forecast trends, happenings, and gear innovations for bikepacking in 2016…