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Pre-Otter 2026: The Farm Open House in San Francisco
6 Apr 14 Miles Arbour / Field TripsOn his way to the 2026 Sea Otter Classic, Miles swung by The Farm open house in San Francisco to catch up with Outer Shell, Sklar Bikes, Tunitas Creative, Calling in Sick Magazine, and Chris McNally. Find a brief history of “The Farm,” photos from his visit, and a quick update on each maker here…
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Bikepacking the Fool’s Loop (Video)
4 Apr 7 Guest / Bikepacking VideosIn David Lamb’s latest video, he takes on our 270-mile Fool’s Loop bikepacking route in Arizona, sharing a detailed look at what it’s like to ride the challenging trail and some lessons learned along the way. Find the 30-minute video, photos, and a brief written introduction to the trip here…
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We Offer 100+ Exclusive Discounts for Members!
34 Mar 31 Lucas Winzenburg / Bikepacking GearBeyond powering our work and helping secure the site’s future, one of the many benefits of Bikepacking Collective membership is exclusive access to hefty discounts of up to 30% from nearly 110 leading bike and outdoor brands. Browse our ever-growing list of partners below and join today to start saving…
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Two Steps Forward, One Step Back (Film)
3 Mar 22 Guest / Bikepacking Videos“Two Steps Forward, One Step Back” follows Cynthia Carson’s tumultuous journey to the 2025 Transcontinental Race and attempts to unpack the meaning of the unanticipated obstacles we all face at one point or another. It also serves as a reminder that progress, in sport and in life, is rarely a straight line. Watch the film and read a reflection from Cynthia here…
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Bikepacking Bellamarin with a 35mm Film Camera (Video)
4 Mar 21 Guest / Bikepacking VideosCam Cope’s new YouTube channel, Negative Gradient, is his outlet to combine cycling adventures with photography. His first video showcases a two-day bikepacking trip on Bellamarin (French Island), Australia, just two hours from Melbourne. Find the video, his route, some words, and a collection of 35mm photos he captured here…
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Rob English on Building a Stunning 32-Inch Mountain Bike
18 Mar 19 Guest / Bikepacking BikesRob English of English Cycles in Oregon recently finished up a stunning 32-inch mountain bike that is equal parts prototype and work of art. Eager to try the new wheel size for himself, Rob designed and built a rigid MTB with a matching truss fork. Find a detailed write-up from Rob, photos of the bike, and a complete build kit here…
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The Infinity Cycle is a Mind-Blowing Touring Bike Built for Two (and Soon Four)
8 Mar 18 Lucas Winzenburg / Bikepacking BikesThis weekend, Benny Zenga’s family of four will climb aboard the fantastical Infinity Cycle for an endlessly pedal-powered tour. Find some inspiring perspective and a gallery of photos showcasing the wildly creative contraption from the creators of “Tall Bikes Will Save The World” here…
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11 Amazing Spring Bikepacking Routes (Video)
4 Mar 12 Neil Beltchenko / DispatchNeil’s latest video shares some of our best spring bikepacking routes. From European ventures through isolated Spanish towns to the peaks and valleys of Appalachia, Colorado, and Southern California, this inspirational list is sure to provide a spark for your next getaway. Watch the video below…
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74 mi. / 119 km 2 daysThe Billy Bunyip Overnighter
15 Mar 11 Guest Routes OceaniaThe Billy Bunyip Overnighter offers a quick escape from the city and a small taste of the endless gravel and forest trails that wind through Bunyip State Park and the Yarra Ranges. Designed with accessibility in mind, this route links easily to the metro train network of Naarm (Melbourne), making it possible to roll straight from the city on your bike and out into the hills for a night under the stars... -
A Week on the Ardeche-Cevennes Divide (Video)
3 Mar 9 Guest / Bikepacking VideosBelgian photographer Antoine Willemart and a few friends recently took on the 200-mile Ardèche-Cévennes Divide bikepacking route in France, during which he shot a 20-minute video documenting the experience. Find the video, a lively gallery of images, and a written perspective from Antoine here…
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The Klunkpackers Ep. 2: The Olympic Discovery Trail
3 Mar 7 Miles Arbour / Bikepacking VideosEpisode two of State Bicycle Co.’s “The Klunkpackers” video series follows the group as they take on the Olympic Discovery Trail in Washington. The video documents their three-day, 150-mile ride from La Push to Port Townsend. Watch it here…
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96 mi. / 154 km 2-3 daysQualla Quest
11 Mar 5 Guest Routes USAThe Qualla Quest is a 100-mile bikepacking route traversing many rarely ridden pockets of far Western North Carolina. It’s characterized by big climbs, sweeping views, and thrilling descents, showcasing some of the most extreme topography east of the Mississippi...























