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Two Hydration Vests Reviewed: Apidura vs PEdALED
22 Aug 5 Miles Arbour / accessoriesAs hydration vests become increasingly common in the world of bikepacking, we figured it was about time we got our hands on two of the latest to see what all the fuss is all about. Find Miles’ thoughts after testing the Apidura Racing Hydration Vest and PEdALED Odyssey Hydro Vest here…
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Bikerafting the Lower Deschutes River (Video)
11 Aug 4 Logan Watts / videoFilmmaker Chris Wilson and his riding buddy Rob recently set out on their first bikerafting adventure. For this trip, they picked a 30-mile stretch of the Lower Deschutes River, complete with class III rapids. Along the way, Chris made this video to document the ride. Watch it and find a route map here…
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Following the Black Soldiers who Biked Across America (Video)
2 Aug 3 Logan Watts / videoIn an excellent video feature from VICE News, journalist Dexter Thomas joins bikepacker Erick Cedeño as he retraces the Buffalo Soldiers’ historic journey from Fort Missoula to St. Louis on the expedition’s 125th anniversary. Watch it here…
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The Tour Divide: Sofiane Sehili (Video)
7 Aug 3 Miles Arbour / videoVitus Bikes just released a short four-minute look at Sofiane Sehili’s 2022 Tour Divide win, including some new footage from during the race and at the finish in New Mexico. Watch it here…
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Cane Creek eeSilk+ Review: Do Suspension Seat Posts Work?
14 Aug 2 Neil Beltchenko / gearAs bikepackers, we naturally seek comfort and ways to reduce wear and tear on our bodies. There are many ways to do so, and suspension seat posts are a popular option. Cane Creek has been at the forefront of such posts for some time, including their newest model, the eeSilk+. In our latest video, Neil shares some general thoughts on suspension seat posts, how the eeSilk+ fared, and how to fine-tune it…
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84 mi. / 135 km2 days
Sky Meadows Overnighter
30 Aug 1 Guest Routes USAThe Sky Meadows Overnighter offers an escape from the bustle of the District of Columbia into the rolling hills of the Loudoun Valley, Virginia, on a scenic gravel overnight route... -
The Loam and Gravel Society Episode 1 (Video)
0 Jul 28 Lucas Winzenburg / videoFor the first episode of Old Man Mountain’s new Loam and Gravel Society video series, dynamic duo Evan Christenson and Evan Green meet up to ride our Chama Charmer route, and hilarity and beauty ensue. Check out the 30-minute video and find a vibrant gallery of photos from their trip here…
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The Sub-24 Hour Bikepacking Movie Challenge (video)
13 Jul 27 Logan Watts / videoOur friend Mikkel decided to head out on a sub-24 hour overnighter from his home in Norway. However, this was no ordinary overnighter. Instead, Mikkel added in the challenge of producing and publishing a movie from the trip within that same 24-hour span. Watch the result here.
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11 Ways To Make Your Bike More Comfortable
20 Jul 26 Logan Watts / gearLet’s be honest, long rides can get uncomfortable. And bikes don’t always fit perfectly right out of the gate. But there’s hope. With some simple parts changes, specialty components, and proven techniques, it’s possible to make your bike more comfortable for long-haul rides and bikepacking trips. In our latest video, Neil shares 11 methods, products, and ideas…
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Repurposed: Gravel Riding in British Columbia (Film)
1 Jul 22 Miles Arbour / videoRepurposed, a new short film by Chris Hatton, shares the story behind his relationship with gravel riding and the commercial logging roads that make it possible. Shot in British Columbia, this inspirational 7-minute film takes a closer look at how gravel riding is redefining what these roads are used for. Watch it here…
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Complete List of Useful, Durable, and Oversized Bottle Cages for Bike Touring and Bikepacking
36 Jul 20 Logan Watts / accessoriesUpdated July 2022 Consider this as part three in a Gear Index subset all about bottle cages, cargo carriers, and boss-mounted bags for carrying extra gear and water. If you’re looking for solutions for attaching cages or adding mounts to your frame, check out Ways to Attach Bottle Cages and Add Cage Mounts to Your […]
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Touring On Tour: Tuned In and Turnt Out at Northwest Tune Up Fest
6 Jul 20 Guest / cultureTouring On Tour follows our friend James Joiner as he travels around the world having bike-centric adventures. In this installment, James heads to the Northwest Tune Up Fest for a weekend of bikes, music, and good times. Read all about it here…