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The Best Brakes for Bikepacking? Mechanical vs Hydraulic

By Logan Watts on August 31, 2021

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Good brakes are an essential part of any bike, but does it really matter what type of brake you use for bikepacking? There are many factors to consider, including mechanical vs. hydraulic, types of pads, and reliability. In this article, we take a look at the pros and cons of different types of brakes, reveal some of our favorites, and present a video on the subject…

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Wyatt Spalding’s Drawing of Cjell Mone’s La Roca… and more

By Logan Watts on July 22, 2021

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Artist Wyatt Spalding posted this drawing of Cjell Moné’s La Roca from our Monday feature. Check it out here, alongside a couple of Wyatt’s other drawings from images he found in The Bikepacking Journal…

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Peter McColgan on the Caucasus Crossing (Video)

By Logan Watts on July 15, 2021

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Ultra-endurance cyclist Peter McColgan took on the Caucasus Crossing bikepacking route in the Republic of Georgia back in 2019… on a gravel bike! Watch his video here, which captures some of the dirt roads and singletrack weaving through this magnificent mountain range…

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Editors’ Picks: Our Favorite Bikepacking Routes

By Logan Watts on June 25, 2021

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Our friends over at Ride With GPS recently asked us to compile a list of our favorite bikepacking routes, and to tackle this tough question, we invited each of our editors to select their top three “must ride” bikepacking routes from around the world. Here’s the full list and a map featuring the complete route collection…

2021 TransEcuador Bikepacking Race

By Miles Arbour on June 2, 2021

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The inaugural TransEcuador Bikepacking Race is a fully self-supported event along some of the best dirt roads and trails in South America…

2022 TransEcuador Bikepacking Race

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The TransEcuador Bikepacking Race is a fully self-supported event along some of the best dirt roads and trails in South America…

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Announcing The Bikepacking Journal 06

By Lucas Winzenburg on April 8, 2021

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The latest issue of The Bikepacking Journal is nearly ready! Find a quick peek at Issue 06 and the custom-printed bandana we’ll be including with each copy here. Plus, our updated shipping plan and a link to get signed up before next week’s deadline…

Monumental Loop, Southern New Mexico

By Guest Routes on March 26, 2021

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Aside from in its sheer size – a whole 500,000 acres in area – the Organ National Parks and Desert Peaks National Monuments is unusual in its format. Unlike other […]

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The Singular Peregrine is Back!

By Lucas Winzenburg on December 29, 2020

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Thirteen years after it was originally introduced, the Singular Peregrine is back with bigger tire clearance, updated geometry, fresh colors, and the same beautiful lugged construction. Find details on discounted pre-orders and an interview with founder Sam Alison here…

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2020 Bikepacking Awards: People and Routes

By Logan Watts on December 16, 2020

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Part three of our 2020 Bikepacking Awards pays tribute to the people who’ve been influential and inspiring in the bikepacking community, the year’s most incredible bikepacking routes, and the most interesting and well-regarded events. Find our picks for the people, routes, and events of 2020 here…

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2020 Bikepacking Awards: Film, Photography, Writing, and Art

By Team Work on December 9, 2020

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In the second installment of our 2020 Bikepacking Awards, we honor the creative endeavors of talented bikepackers by showcasing their work with 31 awards in nine different categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Trip Photography, Best Event Documentation, Best Writing, and more. Find them all here…

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An Elegy for the Troll, Pugsley, and LHT…

By Logan Watts on November 25, 2020

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In case you’ve missed the rumblings around the internet, Surly has discontinued the Troll, Pugsley, and Long Haul Trucker, three bikes that have have become legendary in touring circles over the years. Here are some details and a quick reflection…