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For his latest piece, Evan Christenson goes out to Slab City in California to ride with Gregory Rubin, the eclectic bikepacker and bag maker based in the infamous desert community. In Slab City, the land is left to those who’ve squatted it, and what’s grown out of it is a fascinating mix of all things human, art, nature, thievery, and tomfoolery. Urban Desert bikepacking bags have been around for a decade, and we’re excited to spotlight this unique addition to the space…
Since 2012, the Great Southern Brevet in New Zealand has attracted bikepackers from around the world with hopes of completing the stunning 1,100-kilometer route. The participants in this year’s grand depart experienced the classic unpredictable weather the country’s summers are known for, and Rob Dawson was there to capture it all. Watch the 2025 event video here…
“Breathe” is a 20-minute video from Dmytro Prudnikov that captures a north-to-south bikepacking journey across Portugal and into Spain. It’s a visually spectacular collection of moments from more than 1,300 kilometers through some of Europe’s most enchanting landscapes. Watch it here…
“The Great Southern Country” is a new feature film chronicling Lachlan Morton’s astounding 14,200-kilometer lap around Australia, during which he set a new Around Australia Record. Watch the full film and find a set of still photos from his journey here…
With the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race officially completed, we’re wrapping up this year’s coverage with an inside look from the event’s media manager, Mel Webb. Find her reflection on the race paired with a selection of stunning photos from Nils Laengner, Lloyd Wright, and Stephen Shelesky here…
Last month, California and New York banned manufacturing and distributing textiles and garments containing PFAS, chemicals commonly found in waterproof-breathable garments. What does this mean for waterproof cycling apparel, the popular membranes they’re made of, and bikepacking gear treated with water-repellent coatings? We spoke to prominent bag makers, fabric manufacturers, and cycling apparel brands to find out…
In this edition of Rider’s Lens, we introduce London-based artist Karl Millett, who presents a selection of his work and shares a little about his journey from filling notebooks with doodles as a kid to working on a wide range of freelance illustration projects. Meet Karl and explore a colorful sampling of his work here…
Our friend Greg McCahon is back with a fresh video documenting his journey across the Americas. In his latest video, he pedals three of our bikepacking routes in Mexico as he makes his way from Mexico City to Oaxaca. Catch up on his ride and find a colorful set of images here…
Sooner or later, things break or wear out. In this short piece, Jacob Martin describes his mindset toward mechanical problems and offers some practical tips for handling them when they unfailingly arise. Read some of the lessons he learned along the European Divide Trail and share a memorable issue or field repair here…
The inaugural Coldride Cranbrook promised cold temperatures, warm vibes, and a big challenge across two distances: the 55-kilometer Freezie and 130-kilometer Big Chill. Find a fantastic video from third-place finisher Mike Coulter, photos from the event, and a brief written recap from organizer Nathan Siemens here…
As the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race rolls through its third day, riders are either starting to find their rhythm or struggling to move forward. Find an update from Mel Webb, who writes to us from the second checkpoint with a beautiful set of photos from Morocco here…
What’s a sleeping bag beyond goose down in a nylon shell? A whole lot more, as Josh Meissner found out on a ride to Gdynia, Poland, where he connected with the passionate folks behind established ultralight manufacturer Cumulus Outdoor. Settle in for an exclusive tour of their factory and go-to overnighter spot, thoughts on the nuanced ethics of down, and a relational take on local production and repairability, all set against a lovely backdrop of summer on the Baltic Sea…
