Plan & Prepare

Starting tomorrow, Angus Young has plans to set off on an individual time trial on the European Divide Trail, a 7,600-kilometer mixed surface route from Norway to Portugal. Find a video breakdown of his pack list and a preamble from Angus here…

Highly underrated as an adventure destination, the Northwoods region is home to miles upon miles of dirt roads and tracks that knit together lakes, rivers, thick forests, and small towns. It holds a special place in Neil’s heart, and last month, Neil and two friends set off to ride the Wisconsin Waterfalls Loop, a 380-mile route in the northern part of the state. In our latest video, Neil shares trip highlights and a day-by-day itinerary of their ride…

Last month, Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia became the first person (that we know of) to complete the Tree to Sea Loop in British Columbia in 2022, finishing the 1,000-kilometer route in just nine days. He put together a route report, video recap, and bike and gear details. Find it all here…

Zipper disasters are bound to happen at some point with outdoor gear, whether on bikepacking bags, jackets, or sleeping bags. However, they’re preventable with proper maintenance. In our latest video, Neil talks through various types of zippers, how to avoid breaking them, and how to make them glide like new…

In our latest YouTube video, Neil walks through his rig, bag by bag, to reveal how he consistently packs for any given overnighter bikepacking trip. Watch it here and find his detailed kit list…

What does “self-supported” really mean? In this essay, Jackie Baker works to define it in the ultra-endurance bikepacking context and outlines three self-supported principles to help ensure the integrity and longevity of the sport. Find her takeaways from interviews with all kinds of racers and organizers and a massive gallery of images from some of our favorite events here…

In contrast to our “Why Go Bikepacking Alone” piece from last year, Neil’s latest video on our YouTube channel explores the merits of bikepacking with a group, including tips and strategies and the social benefits. Watch it here…

The Hammerhead Karoo 2 promises a gorgeously detailed display and a host of training features. But is this premium device also suitable for bikepackers riding on and off the grid? For this long-term review, Cass tries it out on extended bikepacking trips and day rides to see if it’s enough to tempt him away from his trusty Wahoo…

In this detailed article, the folks from the Atlanta chapter of Radical Adventure Riders (RAR ATL) share an in-depth look at how they built a bikepacking gear library so that other communities might be inspired and empowered to do the same. Read their informative rundown here…

In our ongoing effort to curb the use of single-serving plastics, we took a deep dive into what “biodegradable” packaging really means and gathered dozens of bikepacking-friendly snacks and dehydrated camping meals that come in compostable packaging and put them to the test. Find our reviews and a roundup of options here…

As Oaxaca’s eco centres open their gates to outsiders, Cass heads back into the mountains to re-ride a familiar route with new friends—and a dog in a trailer behind him. Doing so reveals that even in the height of the dusty dry season, the Sierra Norte remains awash with life, as long as you take the time to look around you…

Originally published in 2015, “Leave No Trace for Bikepackers” is a living set of ethical guidelines designed to help our community grow responsibly and sustainably by providing the proper information and resources to preserve where we ride, lessen our footprint on the landscape, and interact with the land and each other in a positively impactful way…