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10 Things I’m Not Buying in 2026

By Lucas Winzenburg on April 8, 2026

176 Discussion

After a recent experience forced him to confront the overwhelming amount of stuff he’s accumulated over the last several years, Lucas paused to reflect on the reality that he’s not nearly as immune to the firm grip of consumerism as he once thought. From new bikes to electronic gadgets and more, explore his list of 10 things he’s swearing off in the year ahead here…

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Oh Boyaca and Beyond: 35,000 Metres Later

By Cass Gilbert on April 6, 2026

19 Discussion

In their final mountain missive from Colombia, Cass and Emma trace their ride to El Cocuy National Natural Park. They roll along dirt roads with colourful Lada Nivas, strike up chats with poncho-clad Boyacenses, and race milk lorries through the folds of the Andes. Ultimately, they choose to follow their hearts rather than the map, heading off route for a few last nights in páramo country. Read all about it here…

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Five Small Things #01

By Lucas Winzenburg on April 2, 2026

27 Discussion

Five Small Things is a new series that pauses to highlight the little objects and concepts that have had an outsized impact on our lives lately, whether on or off the bike. Explore the debut collection of handpicked finds below…

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What I’d Do Differently (If I Didn’t Work in the Bike Industry)

By Logan Watts on March 24, 2026

147 Discussion

In this opinion[ated] piece, BIKEPACKING.com’s founding editor offers a candid peek at what he’d do differently if he didn’t work in the bike industry. Find his thoughts on what bikes and gear he’d be using (and which he wouldn’t) if he didn’t have access to or the need to try the latest and greatest here…

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El Mundo Paramo: Amongst Frailejones and Old Renaults

By Cass Gilbert on March 23, 2026

40 Discussion

As a follow-up to their last Colombian journal entry, Cass and Emma head north of Bogotá to ride two of the site’s popular routes, Páramos Conexión and Oh Boyacá! After fabulous encounters and 35,000 meters of climbing, they wonder to themselves, “Can anywhere be as good as Colombia for dirt road, mountain touring?” Find out here…

Bikepacking VideosInspiration

Across Ecuador on the Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route (Video)

By Guest on February 17, 2026

2 Discussion

Clotaire Mandel’s latest video captures the start of his ride through Ecuador, following the Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route (TEMBR) on his journey from Alaska to Patagonia. Watch the video and find a short written reflection with stunning photos from the ride here…

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Our Pledge to Readers

By Lucas Winzenburg on February 11, 2026

68 Discussion

In an online landscape crowded with shortcuts, sponsored influence, and machine-made content, we’ve long believed our readers deserve better. This seven-point pledge reflects on our platform’s 15-year history and pulls back the curtain on how BIKEPACKING.com operates and the principles we refuse to compromise as we continue building this resource for the long haul. Read it here…

Bikepacking VideosInspiration

Riding the Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route: Patagonia to Alaska Ep. 10

By Guest on February 4, 2026

1 Discussion

The latest episode chronicling Ilse and Ryan “Kodak” Brown’s bikepacking journey from Argentina to Alaska highlights their time riding across Ecuador on the Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route. Find a written reflection and photos from Ryan here, including some standout moments and tips for anyone interested in riding the TEMBR…

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Weekend Snapshot

By Lucas Winzenburg on December 15, 2025

1 Discussion

Today’s Weekend Snapshot highlights rides along rugged roads in three countries. Find reader-submitted scenes from Mexico, Spain, and the United States here. Plus, use the short form to share a photo from one of your recent getaways…

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Revelate Designs Portage Panniers Review: Off-Road Holsters

By Logan Watts on November 24, 2025

59 Discussion

We spent months testing the new Revelate Designs Portage Panniers before today’s release to see how their long-in-the-works holster/drybag system installs, packs, and holds up. Learn what stood out, what might need improvement, and whether their slick rail-and-hook mount and complex development story set a new benchmark for off-road panniers…

Bikepacking BikesHardtail Reviews

Surly Bridge Club Review: Versatility and Inclusivity

By Cass Gilbert on August 7, 2025

132 Discussion

Updating our original Surly Bridge Club review six years after it was first published, we’re revisiting the enduring budget-friendly platform to see how its promise of versatility has withstood the test of time. Find Cass and Neil’s two-in-one video and written review of the Bridge club as it takes on commuting, camping, dirt touring, and everything in between…

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MONoPOLE Cargo Bike Review: Outside the Box

By Lucas Winzenburg on

52 Discussion

With a deceptively compact stance that masks unmatched versatility and capability, the Swiss-designed Monopole Cargo Bike is a head-turning hauler with more than a few tricks up its sleeve. After three seasons of commuting, gravel riding, and bikepacking around Colorado on one, Lucas shares his feedback in this long-term Monopole Cargo Bike review. Dive in here…