Inspiration & Blog

Huw Oliver traveled from Scotland to Alaska to ride the 1,000-mile Iditarod Trail last year, and he put together this reflection that links a series of memories from several weeks out on the ephemeral trail across the rugged Alaskan backcountry. Read his story of braving the elements and making unexpected connections here…

In our latest edition of Rider’s Lens, we introduce Ryutaro Nakamoto and his offbeat family photos from everyday life in Tokyo, Japan. Get to know Ryutaro and find a heartwarming selection of images from rides around the city and time at home with his partner and two young daughters here…

Buoyed by the thrilling experience of her first solo overnight bikepacking trip in Kyrgyzstan last year, Belén Castelló set the goal of riding out for a night of camping alone during each season of 2024. Kicking off the winter, she spent a night in the snowy forests beyond Teruel, Spain. Watch her beautifully shot 10-minute video recap here…

Just beyond the bustle of Victoria, British Columbia, nestled between towering Douglas firs and a flower farm, you’ll find WZRD Bikes. Miles spent two afternoons with owner Emma May to learn the story behind WZRD and the last five years of framebuilding, take a closer look at three of her personal bikes, and hear why she thinks long chainstays are never going out of style. Find that and a barrage of photos from the WZRD Bikes workshop here…

The second episode of Boru McCullagh’s “On The Road” series documenting his around-the-world bikepacking trip finds him on Japan’s largest island, experiencing the full brunt of highs and lows that accompany a long solo journey. Catch up on Boru’s ride in another inspiring and unpretentious 20-minute video from the road, and find a short written update from him here…

Sammie Dubeau was one of more than 200 racers to line up for the Patagonia Verde edition of Across Andes last year. She put together a report from her time on the stunning 1,000-kilometer route and a broader reflection of the power of community and the women who inspire her. Find Sammie’s story and a gallery of photos from Chile here…

With the Caucasus Mountains in the Republic of Georgia free of snow, four friends set off on a 180-kilometer bikepacking trip linking stunning singletrack, green meadows, and rugged mountain passes together through Tusheti National Park. Watch the film from their trip here…

Mick Turnbull’s latest video is a feast for the eyes that transports viewers to the otherworldly landscapes of Utah, compressing three weeks’ work of striking sights and sounds into a single “day.” Find the short video with a written introduction by Danielle O’Hara here…

In our latest Field Trip, Sam Rice and Bec Norman take us behind the scenes at Tailfin. Since its Kickstarter launch in 2016, Tailfin has grown from a basement passion project to one of the most innovative brands in bikepacking. Read on as Sam and Bec shed light on Tailfin’s origin story, dive deep into their product design philosophy, and reveal how their innovative fusion of hardware and soft goods sets them apart…

Project Freewheel is back with their latest “packduro” film, which documents a short but challenging overnighter into the Dogtooth Range near Golden, British Columbia. Find photos, a short summary of the trip, and the 14-minute film here…

Earlier this winter, Katrina Hase and her son Ian set out to tackle the north end of the Monumental Loop in New Mexico. It was Ian’s first bikepacking trip and a welcome excuse for a mother-son reunion. Watch the video Katrina put together from their time together here…

“Nomadland” is a video from Ricard Calmet that takes viewers on a bikepacking journey through Mongolia’s serene mountains and painterly steppe. From feeling completely alone on remote tracks to being embraced by hospitable locals, their 1,800-kilometer ride was packed with unforgettable experiences. Find the 13-minute video with photos and a written perspective here…