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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)
9 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
15 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... -
Across Turkiye on a Tallbike (Video)
0 Mar 3 Guest / Bikepacking VideosIn the latest video documenting his ongoing 20,000-kilometer journey around the world, Alex from Tall Bike Tour shares a heartwarming look at his ride across Türkiye with Nova, the stray puppy he adopted along the way. Find the 50-minute video with photos and some written insights into the trip here…
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794 mi. / 1,278 km 10 daysGAWR Segment 5 (Maize)
4 Feb 23 Guest Routes USASegment 5 (Maize) of the Great American Wheel Route takes riders deep into the heart of America’s Corn Belt, where quiet rail trails, historic canals, and endless farmland shape the journey. From sunrise on Iowa’s High Trestle Trail Bridge to the shores of Lake Michigan and onward through the towns that powered America’s agricultural rise, this stretch blends peaceful riding with history... -
DOOM: The Documentary (Video)
3 Feb 21 Nic Morales / Bikepacking Videos“DOOM: The Documentary” follows six racers as they attempt to complete one of the most grueling iterations of the race since its inception. For more on this inside look at DOOM, watch the full video below…
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The North Bay Overnighter: Bikepacking Marin County (Video)
5 Feb 20 Guest / Bikepacking VideosIn December, Leigh Foster pedaled the North Bay Overnighter in Marin County, California. His latest video documents three days of riding in a peaceful, meditative way that honors all the small details of his ride. Find the video and a short written reflection here…
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541 mi. / 871 km 7 daysGAWR Segment 3 (Steppe)
0 Feb 19 Guest Routes USAVast and windswept, the third segment (Steppe) of the Great American Wheel Route takes riders across the high plains of Montana, Wyoming, and South Dakota, where endless gravel roads stretch toward a distant horizon. Along the way, riders encounter powerful cultural landmarks, from the homelands of the Crow and Northern Cheyenne to the towering presence of Devils Tower and the storied towns of the Black Hills...























