Dispatch

Two years in the making, the new Wizard Works Hobgob Hip Pack is the small London brand’s most technical bag to date, packed full of features and details that they claim make it functional, extremely comfortable, and easy on the eyes. We got our hands on one ahead of today’s launch to see how it compares to the crowded field of competitors. Find Miles’ Wizard Works Hobgob Hip Pack Review here…

Ever wonder why there are so many handlebar and stem clamp diameters? Or which are the most popular? In this piece, we look at how the main five stem sizes came to be and dig into each’s history before revealing our survey results, in which close to 1,300 readers responded with their preferred stem clamp diameter…

Alex Sidney is currently riding his homemade tallbike around the world, and he’s been creating a series of videos along the way. The first episode covers his preparation for the journey and his travels between the UK and Germany. Watch Tallbike Tour Episode 1 and find an introduction from Alex here…

The Specialized Recon ADV Shoes combine the efficiency of a stiff clipless cycling shoe with a roomy toe box, lace-up closure, and unique aesthetics. Miles has been wearing them almost exclusively for the last three months on long gravel rides, rowdy singletrack rides, and several bikepacking trips to see how they hold up. Find his review here…

When bikepacking, your sleeping quarters are nearly as vital as your bike. After all, you often spend more time in your shelter than you do pedaling. In this review, Neil delves into pyramid shelters and, specifically, what sets the Mountain Laurel Designs DuoMid XL apart as an excellent option for two people. Read it here…

In Tailfin’s latest video, Lachlan Morton walks through his gear list and the rationale behind the bike and setup he chose for his incredible sub-13-day ride down the Tour Divide route from Banff, Canada, to Antelope Wells, New Mexico. Watch it and find a kit list here…

The Musguard Handlebar Harness weighs just 148 grams, uses a unique one-strap design that wraps around the stem and handlebar, and is one of the most affordable harnesses out there. We’ve been testing one over the last few months to see how it stacks up against some of its closest competitors. Find Miles’ review here…

In latest episode of Pachamama Cycling, three friends head off on a five-day bikepacking trip in the San Juan Mountains in an attempt to disconnect from their daily lives and reconnect with one another. Watch it here…

The UK’s Hope Technology entered the clipless pedal game with the announcement of three new offerings in August of 2021. As a die-hard Shimano XT/XTR fan, Lucas was initially skeptical about the Hope Union RC pedals, but he’s changed his tune after a year of use. Find his long-term review following all manner of rides around Portugal and the Rocky Mountains here…

In the latest short video from his ride around the Americas, Hans de Neve shares a stunning look at his time along the Peru Great Divide and the Ruta de los Tres Cordilleras, including what he says were some of the most impressive days of the entire trip. Watch the nine-minute video, read a little about this leg of the journey, and find a striking set of images here…