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*CURRENTLY FOR ROUTES ONLY (MORE SOON)We have over 300 original and curated bikepacking routes in our global network spanning nearly 50 countries.
Start at our worldwide routes map to dig into our detailed guides with GPS maps and inspiring photography.
The Local Overnighters Project is a unified effort to document and map one-night bikepacking routes all over the world—by locals, in their own backyards.
The Bikepacking Journal is our biannual printed publication. Each issue features a collection of inspiring writing and beautiful photography. Find details on the three most recent issues below, join the Bikepacking Collective to get it in the mail (anywhere in the World), or click here to find a collection of selected stories in digital format.
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Stories told behind handlebars from all corners of the globe. Stay tuned for trip highlights, adventure essays, and travel reportage… and if you have a story to share, get in touch!
Following his experience at the 2022 Thunderbolts Adventure in New South Wales, Australia, rider Scott Mattern put together a unique report that weaves the area’s history with a story from the 250-kilometer route. Find it here, paired with a set of images from Ready Aim Media…
The year before his death, Mike Hall, founder of the Transcontinental Race, spoke to George Tyson about what it’s like to run the world’s toughest bike race. The eighth edition of the Transcontinental begins this weekend, and, although Mike’s no longer at the helm, his legacy lives on…
The organizers of the Dark Divide 300 event in Washington State recently put together a scouting party to pre-ride the route ahead of next year’s grand depart. Find a detailed ride report and a wonderful collection of photos from their trip here…
Reflecting on a summer of family bikepacking trips in British Columbia’s Gulf Islands, Gavin Ireland penned this touching letter to his seven-year-old daughter to help preserve the memories of their time riding and camping in nature together. Read it here, paired with a joyous set of photos…
Earlier this year, Josh Meissner and Tina Graf met up to connect offline with no concrete plan beyond riding their bikes and experiencing the stunning landscapes of Saxon Switzerland together. Find the story of their gentle bike wander and a serene set of digital photos and film scans by the pair here…
In part one of two documenting the 2022 Tour Divide, photographer Eddie Clark recounts his time chasing light and finding riders between the mud, mountains, and sagebrush along the iconic and beautiful route. Find his recap and an excellent photo gallery here…
If you find yourself traveling through Mexico City – perhaps to ride one of the routes we’ve posted on the site – you might be surprised how a few days of cycling around the capital will enrich your visit to this beautiful and diverse country. Cass shares his recent experiences there, from trying out its bike-share program and savouring car-free Sundays to enjoying local dirt road day rides and a sunrise coffee outside…
Back for his third attempt at the iconic Scottish bikepacking race, 2022 Highland Trail 550 winner Huw Oliver penned this gripping reflection on his three and a half days on the course. Read on to discover Huw’s unique approach to racing and the lessons he’s learned from the trail, paired with a moody gallery of images by Annie Le…
Last month, Brother Cycles welcomed more than 300 riders to their two-day bikepacking and adventure-seeking festival, Brother in the Wild, in Dorset, UK. Find a fantastic gallery of photos by Dan Monaghan and a reflection written by Veronica Lowe of Wizard Works here…
Following her first-place finish in the women’s category at the 2022 Trans Balkan Race, Lael Wilcox put together this reflection that captures some of the beauty she encountered as she pedaled across Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro. Read it here, paired with a stunning set of photos by Rugile Kaladyte…
Seeking a better understanding of his backyard, Henley Phillips recently took on the unique challenge of running up the five highest summits around Tucson, linking the trailheads by bike. Find his story of a 64-hour adventure that connected him to his new home here, paired with photos by Erik Binggeser…
Our friend James Joiner is currently touring across the United States with Modest Mouse, accompanying the band as their photographer. Along the way, he’s trying to sneak in as much riding as possible between live shows and travel days. Find his first in a series of reports from the road here…
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