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Blackburn Big Switch and Switch Wrap: First Look

By Logan Watts on August 8, 2018

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We’ve been happily using the Blackburn Switch multi-tool for a couple years now, so we were excited to see the release of a bigger and more comprehensive second generation model of the tool, the Big Switch. Here’s our hands-on first impressions along with a look at the Switch Wrap…

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Blackburn Tradesman Multi-Tool: Fix More, Make Friends

By Miles Arbour on February 12, 2018

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“Fix stuff, split links, win kudos.” The Blackburn Tradesman Multi-tool incorporates a quick link remover, chain breaker, disc pad spreader, all of the torx and hex wrenches you’ll ever need, and a few other surprises that should be essential to every bikepacker’s tool kit. Why not keep them all in one place?

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Industry Nine Matchstix Multi-tool Review: Enginerdery…

By Logan Watts on May 23, 2017

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For gadget fiends, the Industry Nine Matchstix Multi-tool and thru-axle is a must have piece of engineering. For bikepackers, it might just be the perfect way to neatly stow emergency tools. Here’s our review after six months of use…

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Blackburn Switch Multi-tool Review: More than its parts.

By Logan Watts on November 7, 2016

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With just four bits and a wrench, the Blackburn Switch Multi-tool might seem a little over simplified on first glance. But there’s a lot of practical utility built into this little gadget…

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Lezyne Blox 23: For the road.

By Logan Watts on May 17, 2016

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An oversized multi-tool, packed with features, that’s big enough to feel like a real tool, but small enough for the road…

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Flat Pedals for Bike Touring and Bikepacking

By Team Work on March 7, 2016

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There are plenty of reasons for using platform pedals rather than clipless options when trail riding, bikepacking, and touring. Here’s why – plus 8 of our favourite models, each long-distance trail tested and reviewed.

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Blackburn Wayside Multi-Tool Review: Frustration-free wrenching

By Cass Gilbert on February 1, 2016

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Blackburn’s Wayside Multi-Tool has bikepacking in mind; the 19 function design includes a serrated knife blade for trailside picnics, and detachable hex keys for frustration-free wrenching.