Plan & Prepare

The burrito may well be the official food of bikepacking. It’s widely recognized, easily adaptable to different diets, and has the power to satisfy even the hungriest of riders. Preparing a delicious burrito for dinner before an overnighter is guaranteed to make everyone at camp jealous, plus the prep work is done at home, leaving more time for relaxing—and eating. Find the step-by-step instructions for making a S24O Burrito here…

In this edition of One Question, Five Voices, we ask five bikepackers who participated in the inaugural Atlas Mountain Race to reflect on the lessons that have stuck with them from their ultra-endurance racing experiences in Morocco. Find out what they had to say here…

Store-bought dehydrated meals are lightweight and easy to prepare, and many are damned tasty, but they aren’t budget-friendly. With a little creativity, it’s not difficult to put together trailside meals and snacks that are quick, tasty, nutrient-rich, and easier on the wallet. Here are a few suggestions to keep the budget low and the calories and flavor high…

In this edition of One Question, Five Voices, we ask five bikepackers to give us a detailed look at the cooking kits they trust to prepare tasty meals while on the go. Find five unique takes on a lightweight camp kitchen here, plus a handful of tips and tricks…

Over the last few years, CBD (Cannabidiol) has grown to become quite the acclaimed miracle antidote. And with benefits being touted for recovery and pain management (among other things), it’s even found its way into bikepacking and ultra-endurance sports. But does it really work? Here’s what we found out…

There’s a growing network of hosts, lodging facilities, and campgrounds that cater to cyclists. We put together a list of nearly 50 noteworthy bikepacker-friendly facilities across the US, each with associated routes, links, and information. Find the full guide here…

As we all try to comprehend the severity of the COVID-19 crisis that’s gripping the planet, many in the bikepacking community are wondering if it’s still safe to ride. Here’s our take, plus some guidelines to consider if you are thinking about setting out. Also find current information about bikepacking events that have been canceled or postponed…

Bikepacking routes provide a transcendent link to our natural world, indigenous and historical narratives, and other cultures. Read on to find out about what this means for our ever-evolving network of bikepacking routes around the globe….

We’ve spent a month scouting a new route in Colombia’s Paramos. To cap it off, Lael Wilcox rolled out on a solo mission to set a Fastest Known Time (FKT). Find the route map, her bike build, gear list, and details on her ride…

Logan assembled a choice kit around a 2020 Kona Sutra LTD frame for dirt road rambling and a trip through Colombia’s high-altitude Paramos. Here are full details on the build, rationale behind his component choices, a complete packing list, and loads of photos…

Virginia turns to the magical kingdom of fungi to satiate her jerky cravings for our latest bikepacking recipe. Find the full ingredients list and recipe in this step-by-step guide to making your own mushroom jerky here…

Periods affect roughly half the population and have significant impacts in sports, but are rarely talked about. In this Guide to Bikepacking on Your Period, Katherine Moore shines some light on the subject, providing insight and tips, plus feedback from several riders and racers…