Inspiration & Blog

At MADE last week, Neil left the camera rolling for a rapid-fire round. In this video, he found out which bike industry standards builders most hate and which they love. The answers ranged from unexpectedly passionate to hilariously predictable, revealing just how personal standards are in framebuilding. Watch it here…

“Dad and the Dempster” tells the unexpected tale of Tara Weir’s pedal-powered return to the remote village in Arctic Canada where her father helped put on a legendary Metallica concert three decades ago. Weaving together the past and the present, their 1,000-kilometer ride proved transformative for the pair. Read their story of a cherished father-daughter adventure here…

In our final official video from the 2025 MADE Bike Show, Neil continues his deep dive into the venue to connect with component and accessory makers. Highlights include new releases from Ultradynamico, Wren, and Velo Orange, plus a closer look at a few of the most eye-catching bikes from the show floor. Watch it here…

Countless variables determine the cost of exhibiting at tradeshows, including travel, entry fees, booth setup, and, in the case of MADE, the creation of show-worthy bicycles. We wanted to hear from the builders absorbing these expenses to answer the ultimate question, “Is it worth it?” The Road to MADE shares perspectives from 20 brands at the 2025 MADE bike show, shedding some light on the realities of attending…

During this year’s MADE bike show, we thought it would be fun to highlight a selection of intriguing attendee bikes, so we set up outside the bike valet area and collected rider and rig portraits and details from nearly 40 people. Read on to explore the incredibly diverse Rigs of the 2025 MADE Bike Show: Attendee Edition…

For our fifth video in the MADE 2025 on Video series, Neil takes a closer look at the component and accessory side of the show, featuring fresh Swift Industries colorways, a deep dive into 3D printing with Ogle Designs, and a chat with the winner of the Ozark Doom Ultra, and more. Watch it here…

Fresh off a finish of the 2025 Colorado Trail Race, Josh Hicks shares a look behind the scenes of what it took to single-speed his way more than 500 miles across the Rockies. Find his 25-minute video paired with a lovely collection of photos and some words about the unforgettable ride here…

The MADE show is back for its third year, dishing up three days of stunning handmade bicycles, bike culture, and more, in Portland, Oregon. The event opens to the public today, and we’re launching into our coverage with a roundup of six gorgeous bicycles from Rare Earth Cycle Craft, Monē Bikes, Moots, and Bantam Cycles here…

The fourth and final episode of Belén Castelló’s “Cycling Northern Vietnam” series finds her pedaling her last few hundred kilometers and reflecting on the many lessons and beautiful moments from her first big solo bikepacking trip. Watch it here…

Doom & Despair is a new film documenting Zach Gass’ attempt at the 2024 Doom and Despair bikepacking event in Arkansas. Over 100 riders participated in the 400 or 200-mile event, challenged by unpredictable weather, limited services, and challenging terrain… many of them did not finish. Watch the 20-minute film here…

In “Fellow Rovers,” Jeremy Nolan tells the story of a bikepacking getaway with his dad and reflects on what the short but unforgettable journey meant to both of them. Read his heartfelt tale of midnight animal encounters, punchy climbs, and bonding over a new shared experience here…

Clotaire Mandel is currently seven years and over 70,000 kilometers into a massive bikepacking trip around the world. His latest video documents his time riding from Moab to Nevada, where he learned to love the sound of silence and the beauty of remoteness. Watch the video and find a short written reflection here…