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Ultralight Camp Chairs for Bikepacking

By Virginia Krabill on October 12, 2021

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Although many of us are dogmatic minimalists, we also recognize the importance of creature comforts while bikepacking. In this in-depth test roundup, we dig into the benefits and rationale behind including ultralight camp chairs in our otherwise efficient pack lists. Find that and reviews of six lightweight chairs fit for backpacking and bikepacking here…

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Vittoria Syerra: A Downcountry Tire

By Miles Arbour on October 11, 2021

7 Discussion

Vittoria’s latest tire, the Syerra, is a highly durable downcountry tire for mixed terrain that looks like it might be an excellent do-everything bikepacking tire. Check it out here…

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Miles’ Tree to Sea Rig and Packlist

By Miles Arbour on October 8, 2021

54 Discussion

Fresh off the road, Miles gives a detailed look at his rig and packlist for his recent scouting trip on the new Tree to Sea Loop on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Find his complete gear list, details on his Hudski Doggler setup, and thoughts on what worked and what he might change next time here…

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Concours de Machines 2021: Khelys, La Fraise, Edel, Brevet, and Soum

By Cass Gilbert on October 4, 2021

22 Discussion

In our fourth post about France’s 2021 Concours de Machines, we hone in on five more builders, learn the story behind their bike and its design challenges, and share detailed photos of each of these unique rigs. From crafty folds and upside-down forks to tasty morcels like integrated charging and homemade tents, find out all about them here…

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Concours de Machines 2021: Aloueta, Gamory, Manivelle, Auguste, and Arko

By Cass Gilbert on September 30, 2021

7 Discussion

In our third post about France’s Concours de Machines, we hone in on five builders, learn the story behind their bike and its design challenges, and share detailed photos of each of these unique rigs. What’s more, one of them is even for sale! See more here…

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Pivot Trail 429 Review

By Logan Watts on September 29, 2021

22 Discussion

Earlier this year, Pivot Cycles updated their lauded Trail 429 with a revamped geometry, more mounts, and a different linkage design, aiming to make their multi-talented short-travel 29er even more versatile. We got a hold of one for several months of testing, including a spin on “The Real Pisgah” bikepacking route. Find our full review here…

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Meet the 21 Riders of the 2021 Women’s Torino-Nice Rally

By Lael Wilcox on September 27, 2021

7 Discussion

There’s a group of 21 women riding the 700-kilometer Torino-Nice Rally through Italy and France right now, and Tristan Bogaard was at the start to capture a portrait of each rider and rig. Find those here, plus an introduction from Lael Wilcox…

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Collective Reward #095: BXB Piccolo Short Flap Bag

By Lucas Winzenburg on September 14, 2021

2 Discussion

For Collective Reward #095, we’re giving away a handmade BXB Piccolo Short Flap Bag in one winner’s choice of size and color. Learn more about our latest prize drawing and how to get signed up here…

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Alistair Brownlee walks through his 2021 BADLANDS Rig

By Logan Watts on September 5, 2021

5 Discussion

Following our rigs roundup, Olympic athlete Alistair Brownlee posted a video documenting the Scott gravel bike he’s currently riding in this years BADLANDS race…

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Bags By Bird (BXB) Piccolo Short Flap Review

By Miles Arbour on September 3, 2021

7 Discussion

Released this spring, the BXB Piccolo Short Flap is a modern top-accessed saddlebag or handlebar bag that’s specifically tailored for bikes with tighter clearances and narrower drops. We spent several months testing out the large and small Piccolo on a wide range of trips and day rides. Find our full review here…

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Inside Landyachtz Bikes: Boards, Bicycles & Space Metal

By Miles Arbour on August 30, 2021

6 Discussion

British Columbia-based Landyachtz Bikes has a complete line of purpose-built bicycles and specializes in custom in-house titanium and steel dream rigs. We dropped by their shop in Vancouver to learn more about what they’re up to and check out some of their latest creations. Find an interview and a gallery of photos here…

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Jason Foster Wins the 2021 TNGA; Jon Brown Takes 2nd Place

By Logan Watts on August 24, 2021

6 Discussion

Congratulations to Jason Foster and Jon Brown, 1st and 2nd place finishers of the 2021 Trans North Georgia Adventure (TNGA)! Also, hats off to Corey Krosner for coming in third. Find details and a post-race audio interview here…