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Our 12 Most Popular Articles of 2018

By Logan Watts on December 26, 2018

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It’s been a great year for bikepacking. In case you missed them, or if you want to have another look, here are the 12 most popular posts we published on the site in 2018…

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Why Cycles Wayward Review: The Unicorn

By TJ Kearns on December 20, 2018

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For bikepackers, 29+ is the stuff of legend. Added traction, floatation, suspension, and rollover make it the ideal platform for backcountry exploits. From afar, the latest rig in this niche, the titanium Why Cycles Wayward, looked to be the perfect specimen. TJ Kearns tested one on countless trail rides and several bikepacking trips to find out if it was indeed the mythical beast he’d been seeking…

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2018 Bikepacking Awards: People and Routes

By Team Work on December 18, 2018

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Part three of our 2018 Bikepacking Awards honors the people who have been instrumental in the bikepacking community with inspiring trips and acts of goodwill related to bikepacking. In addition, we’ve awarded the year’s most incredible routes and rides that people have created and shared for others to enjoy…

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Maxxis Rekon+ 27.5 x 2.8 Skinwall Tire Review

By Guest on December 16, 2018

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The Rekon+ is a 27.5 x 2.8” tire from Maxxis available with an eye-catching skinwall design. Spencer J Harding tested a pair of them to see how they stand up to the rigors of shred-sledding and loaded touring…

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2018 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

By Team Work on December 11, 2018

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In celebration of another great year for the bikepacking community, we’re happy to announce our 2018 Bikepacking Awards. Part one of three recognizes gear that’s made a lasting impression in categories including Best New Component, Best Tools, and Top Five Bikepacking Bikes. Plus, some thoughts on the bikes that have captured our interest for 2019…

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Tumbleweed Prospector Discount for Bikepacking Collective Members

By Lucas Winzenburg on December 7, 2018

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The presale for 2019 Tumbleweed Prospector expedition touring framesets is now live, and we’re excited to offer an exclusive $200 discount to Bikepacking Collective members. Read on for an overview of the new Prospector, along with details on this limited-time offer…

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Kona Libre DL Review: Gravel Priorities

By Logan Watts on November 8, 2018

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This past summer, Kona slipped yet another drop-bar gravel bike, the Libre, into their lineup. So, where exactly does it fit into Kona’s already versatile range? We tested the Kona Libre DL on countless rides and multiple bikepacking trips to find out. Here’s the full review…

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Brother Cycles Big Bro Review: Old Meets New

By Cass Gilbert on November 7, 2018

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Even in a world of long and slack full-suspension rigs, the humble, fully rigid MTB still has a place, especially when it comes in a plus-tyred flavour. We took the Brother Cycles Big Bro up and down the steep inclines of Dorset’s Isle of Purbeck. Here’s how it fared…

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Trails and Tribulations: The Oregon Timber Trail

By Miles Arbour on October 31, 2018

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To say Miles and Ben’s Oregon Timber Trail trip had its setbacks would be a serious understatement. Lost bikes, heat stroke, unfavourable air quality, and major mechanicals resulted in a truly unforgettable adventure. Despite these bouts of misfortune, the heartwarming glow of humanity proved itself over and over. Read Miles’ ride report and find out what went wrong… and what strangers did to make things right again.

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Inside Why Cycles: The State of Titanium

By Logan Watts on October 10, 2018

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Our friend Chris Reichel recently joined the team at Why Cycles, so we popped into their headquarters in Carbondale, Colorado, to have a peek and to and see what’s next for the bikepacking-friendly titanium bike company…

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MSR Carbon Reflex 1 Review: This Tent Ain’t Heavy

By Miles Arbour on August 31, 2018

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Having an ultralight and packable shelter doesn’t have to mean crawling into the cavelike confines of a bivy or succumbing to the potential exposure of a tarp setup. The MSR Carbon Reflex 1 is one of the lightest, fully featured solo tents available. Read on to find out how its its lightweight materials, carbon poles, and minimal design held up while bikepacking the Oregon Timber Trail…

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15-year Old Joe Urbanowicz Placed Fifth in TNGA

By Logan Watts on August 30, 2018

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Fifteen-year-old Joe Urbanowicz took on his first bikepacking race at this year’s Trans North Georgia (TNGA), where he finished in 73 hours and 21 minutes—and in fifth place overall. Here’s young Joe’s story, told from his dad’s perspective…