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The Road to MADE: Is it Worth the Cost?

By Miles Arbour on August 28, 2025

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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…

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Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 (Part 4)

By Team Work on August 26, 2025

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In the latest edition of our Bikes and Builders of MADE series, we speak to Daren Beenen of Woodpecker Cycle Co., go deep with Julian from Brûlé bikes, oogle at the GHOOOST x SimWorks bike, and so much more. Dig into all the details of these incredible creations in Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 Part 4 down below…

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Stefan Haehnel’s New Alonukis ERT is Ready for the Silk Road

By Lucas Winzenburg on August 12, 2025

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Longtime contributor Stefan Haehnel from Berlin was one of three riders selected for the Alonukis Endurance Race Team. We’re sharing a preview of his Silk Road Mountain Race rig from Alonukis Frameworks, complete with a full set of Gramm bags. Take a peek here…

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Tailfin Bar Cage Review: Axis of Ingenuity

By Logan Watts on July 22, 2025

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The new Tailfin Bar Cage might be the minimalist handlebar rack we’ve been waiting for. Designed with dual-axis adjustment, rock-solid stability, and a thoughtfully engineered bag system, complete with a “third hand,” it offers an impressively refined take on the cradle concept. Read Logan’s full review to see why it stands out, and don’t miss Neil’s included hands-on video…

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Friday Debrief: Memento Atlas Rack, Tomii’s Magic Beans, New Ombraz, and More…

By Team Work on July 18, 2025

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This week’s Debrief features the Memento Atlas Rack, Tomii’s Magic Beans, used eeWings(!?), new cycling shades from Ombraz, two events to follow live, and more. Find it all here…

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Velo Orange Chessie Review: Formless Figure

By Nic Morales on July 8, 2025

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After almost a year, two different frames, three events, and a few thousand miles, Nic finally sat down to pen his thoughts on Velo Orange’s new gravel bike. Featuring sliding dropouts, an aluminum alloy frame, and clearance for large tires, this moderately priced off-roader delivers more than first meets the eye. Read his Velo Orange Chessie review here…

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Reader’s Rig: Carlos’s Tumbleweed Prospector

By Lucas Winzenburg on July 4, 2025

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Our Reader’s Rig of the week comes from Carlos in California, who offers a look at the Tumbleweed Prospector he built to take on all-day, mixed-surface rides on tour and closer to home. Meet Carlos and find photos of his loaded bike out in the wild here…

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Tracing the 2025 Tour Divide (Part 2): A Measure of Discomfort

By Eddie Clark on

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In his second report from the frontlines of the 2025 Tour Divide, photographer Eddie Clark shares a personal and reflective account from the southern leg of the route, where fast finishes, shifting strategies, and haunting memories all come into focus. From dodging lightning storms on Tyrone Ridge to capturing emotional portraits in the Gila, Eddie’s lens follows the spirit and struggle of this year’s riders as they push through the final miles of a monumental journey.

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Wondercross Wanderer Review: People, Roads, Gravel, Trails

By Sam Rice on July 2, 2025

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Designed to defy easy categorization, the Wondercross Wanderer is an adventure-focused titanium gravel bike built for all-out adaptability. Sam Rice spent two months testing the bike across a massive array of terrain in New Zealand and Australia, putting its do-it-all claims firmly to the test. Read on for his full review…

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Ana Jager Takes Second Place in the 2025 Tour Divide

By Logan Watts on June 30, 2025

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Congratulations to Ana Jager, who quietly carved out another impressive chapter in her Tour Divide resume, securing second place for the second year in a row with her signature consistency and low-profile approach. Find details here…

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Nathalie Baillon Wins the 2025 Tour Divide!

By Eszter Horanyi on June 29, 2025

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Nathalie Baillon made a stunning return to competitive ultra-distance cycling by winning the 2025 Tour Divide women’s race, arriving in Antelope Wells after 16 days, 10 hours, and 17 minutes. Despite a major mechanical setback in Montana that briefly cost her the lead, Baillon charged back with unwavering resolve, holding a commanding position to the finish. Find photos and details here…

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Andrew Onermaa Wins the 2025 Tour Divide Singlespeed Race

By Eszter Horanyi on June 28, 2025

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Congratulations to Andrew Onermaa, who just won the 2025 Tour Divide singlespeed race, rolling into Antelope Wells as the second-fastest singlespeeder ever to complete the route with a time of 15 days and 11 hours, coming close to Chris Plesko’s legendary record set in 2016. It was a brilliant ride on one gear across 2,700+ miles of backcountry. Learn more here…