The Dispatch (Bikepacking News) - BIKEPACKING.com https://bikepacking.com/news/ Bikepacking Routes, Stories, Gear, and Inspiration Fri, 27 Dec 2024 14:46:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 Friday Debrief: Rodeo’s Top Bikes of 2024, Ghooost Flower Twists, DIY Zip Bag, and More… https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-149/ https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-149/#comments Fri, 27 Dec 2024 14:46:39 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193731 DebriefThis week’s Debrief features WZRD's Adventurer Bags, Ghooost Flowers Twists, a DIY zip bag, Rodeo Labs' top bikes of 2024, dreams of Colorado, two events happening now, and more. Find it all here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-149/feed/ 9 Reader’s Rig: Louis’s Tumbleweed Prospector https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-louiss-tumbleweed-prospector/ https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-louiss-tumbleweed-prospector/#comments Fri, 27 Dec 2024 14:17:26 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193589 Tumbleweed ProspectorOur last Reader's Rig of the year comes from Louis in France, who we happened to meet on a recent ride through the Voges Mountains. Meet Louis and check out the Tumbleweed Prospector he recently built for an upcoming solo bikepacking journey to Japan here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-louiss-tumbleweed-prospector/feed/ 2 Ride with GPS 2024 Holiday Feature Roundup https://bikepacking.com/news/rwgps-holiday-feature-roundup-2024/ https://bikepacking.com/news/rwgps-holiday-feature-roundup-2024/#comments Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:50:20 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193702 rwgps 2024 holidayTo celebrate the holidays and deliver on features the community has been requesting, Ride with GPS released several new features for its web and mobile route-planning apps. Discover all the new tools here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/rwgps-holiday-feature-roundup-2024/feed/ 1 Coconino: Bikepacking 240 Miles Through Arizona (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/coconino-bikepacking-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/coconino-bikepacking-video/#comments Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:07:17 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193699 Coconino LoopDavid Lamb recently pedaled the spectacular Coconino Loop in Arizona, and he created a detailed video capturing his experiences along the way. Find a written introduction and see the route through his point of view in the 26-minute video here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/coconino-bikepacking-video/feed/ 6 Fergus Tanaka’s PBP Story (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/fergus-tanaka-pbp-story-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/fergus-tanaka-pbp-story-video/#respond Thu, 26 Dec 2024 14:33:50 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193693 Fergus' PBP StoryAn accomplished randonneur, bike messenger, and industry influencer, Fergus Tanaka of Ritchey Bikes tells his story of completing the 2023 edition of Paris-Brest-Paris via Peter Curley's PBP podcast. Read on for more on Fergus' PBP story...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/fergus-tanaka-pbp-story-video/feed/ 0 Now Printing: The Bikepacking Journal 13 https://bikepacking.com/news/now-printing-bpj13/ https://bikepacking.com/news/now-printing-bpj13/#comments Tue, 24 Dec 2024 15:59:48 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193634 The Bikepacking JournalWe're pleased to report that the 13th issue of our biannual publication, The Bikepacking Journal, is hot off the press! If you're interested in a behind-the-scenes look at its production, find a short video and a few photos from the printer in Germany here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/now-printing-bpj13/feed/ 11 The Border Run XL: Oskar Moore’s 400km FKT (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/border-run-xl-oskar-moore-fkt/ https://bikepacking.com/news/border-run-xl-oskar-moore-fkt/#comments Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:21:11 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193535 border run xl fkt oskarEarlier this month, Curve ambassador Oskar Moore set off on the 400-kilometer Border Run XL route in Australia with intentions of setting a new fastest known time. He shaved about 45 minutes off the previous record, and Curve just released a 20-minute video documenting his ride. Watch it here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/border-run-xl-oskar-moore-fkt/feed/ 4 Check Out the New Velo Orange Neutrino in Celery Green! https://bikepacking.com/news/velo-orange-neutrino-in-celery-green/ https://bikepacking.com/news/velo-orange-neutrino-in-celery-green/#comments Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:39:40 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193531 Velo Orange Neutrino in Celery GreenVelo Orange's mini-velo, the Neutrino, is back in celery green! However, the Maryland-based bike company is putting out more than just a new color, as they plan to offer a more comprehensive system of completes in the coming year. Learn more about the Velo Orange Neutrino in Celery Green here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/velo-orange-neutrino-in-celery-green/feed/ 3 Weekend Snapshot https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-154/ https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-154/#respond Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:16:46 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193506 Weekend Snapshot Good Night 2024We have a triptych from our editors for today’s Weekend Snapshot, in which Logan, Nic, and Miles take us along on a Good Night 2024 campout, a frigid pedal in the Appalachians, and a night ride photoshoot. See them here and use the form to contribute to a future edition here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-154/feed/ 0 Crust Evasion Trail 140: The Brand’s New Honda Trail Inspired Step-Thru https://bikepacking.com/news/crust-evasion-trail-140-release/ https://bikepacking.com/news/crust-evasion-trail-140-release/#comments Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:15:52 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193507 Evasion Trail 140Crust's new Evasion Trail 140 takes design inspiration from Honda's iconic Trail 90 and 110 motorbikes while adapting their signature frame to a slightly less aggressive end. For more on the Crust Evasion Trail 140, read on...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/crust-evasion-trail-140-release/feed/ 16 To All a Good Night! https://bikepacking.com/news/to-all-a-good-night-2024/ https://bikepacking.com/news/to-all-a-good-night-2024/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:03:35 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193450 To All a Good NightAs we wrap up another uniquely challenging year, we want to take a moment to wish you all happy holidays, express our gratitude for being part of our community in 2024, and bid you an excellent Good Night 2024 campout…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/to-all-a-good-night-2024/feed/ 1 Friday Debrief: Stridsland Barge, Self-Supported Rules, Nesting Stem Bags, and More… https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-148/ https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-148/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:50:19 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193193 Friday Debrief 148This week’s Debrief features the new Stridsland Barge, self-supported rules, nesting stem bags, Soma Rufus Mini Velo, and much more. Find it all here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-148/feed/ 22 The EXPLORE Act Passes Both Chambers of Congress! https://bikepacking.com/news/congress-passes-the-explore-act/ https://bikepacking.com/news/congress-passes-the-explore-act/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:42:50 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193452 Prairie Breaks Bikepacking Route, MontanaWith bipartisan support, Congress has finally passed the EXPLORE Act, a key piece of legislation that will be instrumental in expanding access and securing funding to our public lands. For more information on this much-needed piece of good news, read on…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/congress-passes-the-explore-act/feed/ 3 Reader’s Rig: Matt’s All-City Gorilla Monsoon https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-matts-all-city-gorilla-monsoon/ https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-matts-all-city-gorilla-monsoon/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:10:17 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193432 All-City Gorilla MonsoonOur Reader's Rig of the week comes from Matt of Kissing Crows Cyclery in Vancouver, British Columbia, who shares the ever-evolving All-City Gorilla Monsoon rat rod he uses to get around instead of a car. Meet Matt and find details on his rusty basket bike here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-matts-all-city-gorilla-monsoon/feed/ 6 Brompton Recalls Its New G-Line Folding Bike https://bikepacking.com/news/brompton-recalls-new-g-line/ https://bikepacking.com/news/brompton-recalls-new-g-line/#comments Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:32:00 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193376 Brompton G LineAfter one customer experienced a failure with the bike's hinge spindle, Brompton has recalled its newest line of off-road-oriented folding bikes. Read on for more on the Brompton recall and pertinent safety information...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/brompton-recalls-new-g-line/feed/ 7 The Nordest Britango 3 Ti is Now Available https://bikepacking.com/news/new-nordest-britango-3-ti/ https://bikepacking.com/news/new-nordest-britango-3-ti/#comments Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:14:33 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193364 nordest britango 3 tiAfter countless customer requests for an updated titanium downcountry hardtail, Nordest has moved forward with the production of the Britango 3 Ti. Find everything you need to know about this promising new hardtail here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/new-nordest-britango-3-ti/feed/ 2 An In-Depth Look at Our End-of-Year Awards (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/2024-gear-of-the-year-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/2024-gear-of-the-year-video/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2024 18:06:43 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193352 Neil's Gear of the YearOver on our YouTube channel, host Neil Beltchenko breaks down some of his picks from our Gear of the Year awards while giving a look inside just how many Zoom calls, emails, and Slack messages we need to deliver these end-of-year awards. For more on our 2024 Gear of the Year, dive in below…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/2024-gear-of-the-year-video/feed/ 5 Gramm Diamond Bags Now Come in 40+ Fabrics https://bikepacking.com/news/gramm-diamond-bag-custom-colors/ https://bikepacking.com/news/gramm-diamond-bag-custom-colors/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:04:51 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193329 Gramm Diamond Bag ColorsPreviously only available at selected times of the year, Berlin's Gramm Tourpacking just announced that their futuristic Diamond Bag is now permanently available in a vibrant array of 40 colorful fabrics. Find details here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/gramm-diamond-bag-custom-colors/feed/ 1 The New Chris King Ti Dropset Headset: From the Sublime to the Ridiculous https://bikepacking.com/news/the-new-chris-king-ti-dropset-headset/ https://bikepacking.com/news/the-new-chris-king-ti-dropset-headset/#comments Tue, 17 Dec 2024 17:04:09 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193202 Chris King Ti Dropset HeadsetThe new Chris King Ti Dropset Headset is the latest addition to the storied component manufacturer's lineup of titanium headsets. For more on why they've decided to offer internal bearing headset designed bikes a titanium headset, read on...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/the-new-chris-king-ti-dropset-headset/feed/ 14 2025 Bikepacking Events Calendar: Seeking Community-Based Events https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-bikepacking-events-calendar/ https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-bikepacking-events-calendar/#comments Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:13:22 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193192 2025 bikepacking eventsWith the new year quickly approaching, we've been busy updating our events calendar with workshops, group rides, races, and more. We're hoping to add more community-based rides and gatherings to the calendar for 2025 and need your help to ensure it’s up to date. Find details on how to submit your event and key stats from previous years here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-bikepacking-events-calendar/feed/ 1 Collective Reward #201: microSHIFT Sword Black Groupset https://bikepacking.com/news/collective-reward-201/ https://bikepacking.com/news/collective-reward-201/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:48:06 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193203 Our 201st Collective Reward giveaway comes from the team at microSHIFT, who'll be setting up one lucky winner with a reliable, value-packed Sword Black groupset. Get to know the brand's venerable new nine-speed drop-bar group and support us for a chance to receive one here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/collective-reward-201/feed/ 0 Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump Inline Mount Announced https://bikepacking.com/news/wolf-tooth-encase-pump-inline-mount-release/ https://bikepacking.com/news/wolf-tooth-encase-pump-inline-mount-release/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:20:20 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193216 Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump Inline MountWolf Tooth Components just released a new mount for their 40cc and 85cc EnCase pumps. The Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump Inline Mount stores the pump in place of a water bottle cage for a streamlined look and easy access. Find all the details here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/wolf-tooth-encase-pump-inline-mount-release/feed/ 0 Ron’s Travel Bike: A 1991 Klein Pinnacle Turned Fat 26er All-Road Bike https://bikepacking.com/news/rons-travel-bike-1991-klein-pinnacle/ https://bikepacking.com/news/rons-travel-bike-1991-klein-pinnacle/#comments Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:26:47 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193137 Ron's Travel BikeIn his latest YouTube video, Ronnie Romance proudly displays a 1991 Klein Pinnacle dubbed, "Ron's Travel Bike." Throughout the video, Ronnie speaks to his experience using the small-wheel, fat-tire Klein during a recent trip to Italy. Along with the build, the alt-cycling media mogul offers tips and tricks for getting the most out of your travel bike setup, bag updates, and other intriguing pieces of information...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/rons-travel-bike-1991-klein-pinnacle/feed/ 6 SNEAK PEAKS 2024: The Inaugural Space Odyssey (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/sneak-peaks-2024-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/sneak-peaks-2024-video/#respond Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:08:15 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193128 sneak peaks 2024 videoOver 100 riders traveled to Italy this fall for the inaugural Sneak Peaks event, overcoming relentless rain and a surprising amount of snow. The official video is out now, documenting the challenges and beauty of the event while exploring the question: What is the “Party Pace Patrol”? Find out here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/sneak-peaks-2024-video/feed/ 0 Weekend Snapshot https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-153/ https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-153/#respond Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:37:18 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193106 Weekend SnapshotIn this Weekend Snapshot, we join readers on their rides around Chile, New Zealand, and Mexico. From the anticipation of setting out to the joy of finally doing the thing and the confronting realities of life on the road, this edition spans the gamut. See this week's vignettes and share a photo from one of your trips here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-153/feed/ 0 Reader’s Rig: Marcus’s Rivendell Atlantis https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-marcuss-rivendell-atlantis/ https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-marcuss-rivendell-atlantis/#comments Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:32:25 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=193082 Rivendell AtlantisThis week's Reader's Rig comes from Marcus in Seoul, South Korea, who shares the 2017 Rivendell Atlantis he built up to haul him around town and on loaded adventures around the region. Get to know Marcus, his custom Rivendell, and his charming YouTube channel here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-marcuss-rivendell-atlantis/feed/ 9 Friday Debrief: Surly Color Survey Results, the Rat Tail Rack, Ron’s Bikes Pouches, and More https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-147/ https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-147/#comments Fri, 13 Dec 2024 13:38:40 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192874 Friday DebriefThis week’s Debrief features your favorite Surly paint colors (survey results), a Sinewave tail light adapter, the Rat Tail Rack, new pouches from Ron's Bikes, two events to follow live, and more. Find it all here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-147/feed/ 14 The Revelate Designs Expedition Pogies are Made for Deep Winter https://bikepacking.com/news/revelate-designs-expedition-pogies-2025/ https://bikepacking.com/news/revelate-designs-expedition-pogies-2025/#comments Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:22:42 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192973 Revelate Designs 2025 Expedition PogiesRevelate Designs from Alaska just announced the redesigned Expedition Pogies, which they call the most versatile, warm, and feature-rich pogies available. Learn about the upgraded insulation, draft tube, dual-slider zipper, and other winter-proof updates here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/revelate-designs-expedition-pogies-2025/feed/ 5 Bikepacking the Backroads of Oaxaca (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/bikepacking-backroads-of-oaxaca-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/bikepacking-backroads-of-oaxaca-video/#comments Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:06:08 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192927 Bikepacking the Backroads of OaxacaIn the 21st episode of his video series documenting his intrepid bikepacking journey from Alaska to Argentina, Dan Camp slows down and spends time getting to know the spectacular Mexican state of Oaxaca. Join Dan for a sampling of the food, trails, landscapes, and culture in the 40-minute video here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/bikepacking-backroads-of-oaxaca-video/feed/ 2 Beyond Steel and Ti: The New Bombtrack Beyond AL https://bikepacking.com/news/bombtrack-beyond-al/ https://bikepacking.com/news/bombtrack-beyond-al/#comments Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:36:46 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192985 Bombtrack Beyond ALNew to the Bombtrack lineup of bikes is the Bombtrack Beyond AL, an aluminum offering of its successful and much-beloved Beyond platform. With all the hallmarks of the versatile German brand, the Bombtrack Beyond AL is an intriguing addition to the growing list of modern aluminum adventure bikes...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/bombtrack-beyond-al/feed/ 5 Tailfin’s Bagging the Big’un with Josh Bryceland (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/tailfin-josh-bryceland-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/tailfin-josh-bryceland-video/#respond Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:55:30 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192986 Tailfin Josh Bryceland VideoTo make a splash with their new Long Top Tube Bag, Tailfin released this short and fun video featuring pro downhiller Josh Bryceland Bagging the Big'un. Watch it here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/tailfin-josh-bryceland-video/feed/ 0 The New Fairlight Secan 3.0: Endlessly Versatile https://bikepacking.com/news/fairlight-secan-3-0/ https://bikepacking.com/news/fairlight-secan-3-0/#comments Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:51:32 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192891 The all-new Fairlight Secan 3.0 boasts a variety of updates that only add to this endlessly versatile bike's capability. Featuring new chain and seat stays, a modular dropout design, a rack-compatible carbon fork, and much more, the additions and changes to the new Fairlight Secan 3.0 are far from minor...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/fairlight-secan-3-0/feed/ 27 A Visit to Supernova Lights (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/a-visit-to-supernova-lights-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/a-visit-to-supernova-lights-video/#comments Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:24:48 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192911 Supernova LightsIn Tristan Bogaard's latest factory tour video, he swings by Supernova Design in Freiburg, Germany, to talk all things lighting. Meet the team, see inside their space, and watch them build an M99 DY PRO headlight in the video here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/a-visit-to-supernova-lights-video/feed/ 2 The Updated Tarptent StratoSpire Li Fits Two Wide Pads https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-tarptent-stratospire-li/ https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-tarptent-stratospire-li/#comments Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:54:11 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192881 2025 Tarptent StratoSpire LiNow available in a wide version to accommodate a pair of modern sleeping pads, the updated 2025 Tarptent StratoSpire Li is an ultralight two-person shelter made from Dyneema. Find photos and further details on all the changes here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-tarptent-stratospire-li/feed/ 2 El Piri: The Spirit of the Catalan Pyrenees (Film) https://bikepacking.com/news/el-piri-spirit-of-the-catalan-pyrenees/ https://bikepacking.com/news/el-piri-spirit-of-the-catalan-pyrenees/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:02:53 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192830 El Piri: The Spirit of the Catalan Pyrenees“El Piri: The Spirit of the Catalan Pyrenees” is a new film documenting the inaugural edition of an 800-kilometer bikepacking adventure through the Catalan Pyrenees. The film focuses on all aspects of the adventure, not just the pointy end, with the hopes of inspiring others to take a chance and embark on life-changing journeys of their own. Watch the full film here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/el-piri-spirit-of-the-catalan-pyrenees/feed/ 2 Pachamama: Chords of Freedom (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/pachamama-chords-of-freedom-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/pachamama-chords-of-freedom-video/#respond Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:18:43 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192825 Pachamama Chords of Freedom VideoThe newest chapter of Orbea's Pachamama series follows the band Architects' guitarist Adam Christianson as he reflects on the correlation of music, cycling, and freedom, aligning with the series' core ethos: exploring the world both outside and within. Watch it here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/pachamama-chords-of-freedom-video/feed/ 0 Out With a Bang: Restrap’s Winter Solstice Century 2024 https://bikepacking.com/news/restrap-winter-solstice-century-2024/ https://bikepacking.com/news/restrap-winter-solstice-century-2024/#respond Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:37:50 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192812 Restrap's Winter Solstice CenturyIt's the most wonderful time of the year because the 2024 edition of Restrap's Winter Solstice Century is just around the corner! This year, in addition to the badge of completion, they're giving riders a massive grand prize with gear from GOREWEAR, Exposure, and STYRKR. Read on for more info on the year-end event...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/restrap-winter-solstice-century-2024/feed/ 0 Save 25% on Ride with GPS Premium This Season https://bikepacking.com/news/ride-with-gps-premium-discount/ https://bikepacking.com/news/ride-with-gps-premium-discount/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:56:17 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192811 Ride With GPS Surface TypesAs a special offer for the holidays, Ride with GPS is offering 15 months of Premium subscriptions for the cost of 12 months. Learn more about how you can save 25% on our favorite mapping app's most powerful suite of features here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/ride-with-gps-premium-discount/feed/ 3 Weekend Snapshot https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-152/ https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-152/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:19:26 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192709 Weekend SnapshotToday's edition of Weekend Snapshot spans hemispheres and seasons, highlighting reader-submitted vignettes from Poland, New Zealand, and Türkiye. Find a dynamic mix of images from loaded rides around the planet and use the form to share a photo from one of your recent getaways here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-152/feed/ 3 Ratio Technology Drop Dropper Lever: Getting Rowdy on Drop Bars https://bikepacking.com/news/ratio-drop-dropper-lever/ https://bikepacking.com/news/ratio-drop-dropper-lever/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:58:31 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192764 ratio drop dropper leverThe new Ratio Drop Dropper Lever is a nifty add-on for mechanical SRAM 11- and 12-speed drop-bar levers that allows clean dropper post operation. Check it out here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/ratio-drop-dropper-lever/feed/ 1 Solo Fall Overnighter: One Last Ride to Seal the Deal (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/solo-fall-overnighter-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/solo-fall-overnighter-video/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:28:15 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192753 Solo Fall OvernighterWrapping up a yearlong challenge to get out for a solo overnighter in every season, Belén Castelló's latest video documents a fall bikepacking trip to the forests surrounding Teruel, Spain. Watch her fourth and final installment in the series here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/solo-fall-overnighter-video/feed/ 3 Specialized Quietly Announced the Chisel Comp EVO https://bikepacking.com/news/specialized-chisel-comp-evo-launch/ https://bikepacking.com/news/specialized-chisel-comp-evo-launch/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:40:33 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192692 Specialized Chisel Comp EVOOne of the year’s best bikes in our Gear of the Year Awards just got bigger (and better?). Specialized quietly announced the Chisel Comp EVO, tacking on a longer fork, a couple of upgrades, and new paint. Learn more about the Specialized Chisel Comp EVO here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/specialized-chisel-comp-evo-launch/feed/ 5 Help Rockgeist Recover by Purchasing In-Stock Gear https://bikepacking.com/news/help-rockgeist-recover/ https://bikepacking.com/news/help-rockgeist-recover/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:06:26 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192703 Rockgeist Hurricane HeleneFlooding from Hurricane Helene decimated and displaced Rockgeist, our favorite local bikepacking bag company here in Western North Carolina. At this point, they’re working as a skeleton crew and could use a little love this holiday season. Consider buying one of their in-stock items to help them pull through. Watch a video to learn more about their situation and find out what’s in stock here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/help-rockgeist-recover/feed/ 3 Friday Debrief: Your Favorite Surly Color, Mike Hall Bursary, Arctic Fail in Iceland, and More… https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-146/ https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-146/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:10:01 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192490 DebriefThis week’s Debrief features a "Your Favorite Surly Color" survey, the Mike Hall Bursary, an Arctic Fail in Iceland, in-line barrel adjusters, the end of Jambz Distro, and much more. Find it all here…

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/friday-debrief-146/feed/ 24 Reader’s Rig: Robbyansyah’s Singular Peregrine Mark III https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-robbyansyahs-singular-peregrine-mark-iii/ https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-robbyansyahs-singular-peregrine-mark-iii/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:35:04 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192616 Singular Peregrine Mk 3Our Reader's Rig of the week comes from Robbyansyah Muhammad in Indonesia, who shares the custom Singular Peregrine he built up in 2022 and has since pedaled on everything from daily commutes to ultra-distance races to bikepacking getaways. Meet Robbyansyah and see his beloved all-rounder here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/readers-rig-robbyansyahs-singular-peregrine-mark-iii/feed/ 13 The Limited SimWorks Doppo Ronin is Finally Here https://bikepacking.com/news/simworks-doppo-ronin-new/ https://bikepacking.com/news/simworks-doppo-ronin-new/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:02:00 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192569 Randi jo made 2023Teased at the inaugural MADE bike show last year, the SimWorks Doppo Ronin is a modern mixed-terrain adventure bike with clearance for 27.5 x 2.22" tires and plenty of mounting points. Dig into the details here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/simworks-doppo-ronin-new/feed/ 1 Check Out Surly’s Purple Dust Bunny Grappler https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-surly-grappler-purple-dust-bunny/ https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-surly-grappler-purple-dust-bunny/#comments Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:34:36 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192517 2025 Surly Grappler Purple Dust BunnyJust announced, the 2025 Surly Grappler got decked out in a new "Purple Dust Bunny" color, but it's still the same 650b-oriented drop-bar dirt shredder and ready for trails and bikepacking all the same. For more on this light lavender machine, read on...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/2025-surly-grappler-purple-dust-bunny/feed/ 8 Bombtrack House Blend: Big Toys in Kyiv, Ukraine https://bikepacking.com/news/bombtrack-house-blend-big-toys-kyiv-ukraine/ https://bikepacking.com/news/bombtrack-house-blend-big-toys-kyiv-ukraine/#comments Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:29:37 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192516 Big Toys KyivBombtrack's latest stop on their worldwide House Blend shop tour series highlights the powerful story of Big Toys in Kyiv, Ukraine, which has stayed open to serve the cycling community amid Russia's full-scale invasion. Find the video, photos, and a short interview with the shop's owner here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/bombtrack-house-blend-big-toys-kyiv-ukraine/feed/ 1 Pre-Orders Open for Tout Terrain Ceres https://bikepacking.com/news/tout-terrain-ceres/ https://bikepacking.com/news/tout-terrain-ceres/#comments Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:00:06 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192408 Tout Terrain CeresNamed after the rugged Ceres 500 bikepacking event in South Africa, the new Tout Terrain Ceres is a steel gravel bike designed for mixed-terrain races and all-road journeys. Find all the details about today's pre-order here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/tout-terrain-ceres/feed/ 1 The Supernova M99 DY PRO is Now Available in Silver https://bikepacking.com/news/supernova-m99-dy-pro-silver/ https://bikepacking.com/news/supernova-m99-dy-pro-silver/#comments Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:31:59 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192495 Supernova M99 DY PROThe lighting specialists at Supernova in Freiburg, Germany, just announced a silver version of their powerful M99 DY PRO dynamo headlight. It maintains its unique turbo-charged "high beam" mode in a dazzling new polished shell. Find details here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/supernova-m99-dy-pro-silver/feed/ 9 Maverick by Necessity: An Inside Look at Tailfin’s Design Process https://bikepacking.com/news/maverick-by-necessity/ https://bikepacking.com/news/maverick-by-necessity/#comments Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:02:00 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192313 Maverick by Necessity"Maverick by Necessity" is a new documentary-style short on Tailfin Cycling's design process. Featuring an inside look at the Tailfin team and their unique design process, it provides an in-depth view of one of their newest products. Watch the 12-minute inside look at how their bags come to be here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/maverick-by-necessity/feed/ 8 Riding the Line: Compassion and Bikes at the American Border (Film) https://bikepacking.com/news/riding-the-line-film/ https://bikepacking.com/news/riding-the-line-film/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:54:43 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192460 riding the line film"Riding The Line" is a new film documenting Dawson Allen's bike ride from Tucson down to the U.S./Mexico border and back north to Patagonia, Arizona, where Voices from the Border, an organization that supports migrants near the border, is based. Watch the film here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/riding-the-line-film/feed/ 6 An Abbreviated Caldera 500 Story https://bikepacking.com/news/2024-caldera-500-recap/ https://bikepacking.com/news/2024-caldera-500-recap/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:06:09 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192342 2024 Caldera 500 RecapJust a handful of riders gathered in Mammoth Lakes, California, for this year's Caldera 500 event. Among them was Dr. Tracy Berman, who was well on her way to becoming the only finisher of the 500-mile route before she made the difficult decision to abandon the event and enjoy the ride. Find a reflection and photos from Tracy here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/2024-caldera-500-recap/feed/ 7 Collective Reward #200: Rogue Panda Blue Ridge Handlebar Harness https://bikepacking.com/news/collective-reward-200/ https://bikepacking.com/news/collective-reward-200/#respond Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:42:21 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192314 On the heels of it taking a top spot in our annual Gear of the Year Awards yesterday, we're giving away a Rogue Panda Blue Ridge Handlebar Harness to one randomly selected Bikepacking Collective member for our 200th Collective Reward. Learn more here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/collective-reward-200/feed/ 0 The Horse Cycles Titanium Pack Knife is a Thing of Beauty https://bikepacking.com/news/horse-cycles-titanium-pack-knife/ https://bikepacking.com/news/horse-cycles-titanium-pack-knife/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:18:15 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192334 horse titanium pack knifeIndividually CNC machined from titanium by RatKing in Seattle, the new Horse Cycles Titanium Pack Knife weighs just 27 grams, can attach to a bottle mount, and is made entirely in the United States. Find all the dreamy details here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/horse-cycles-titanium-pack-knife/feed/ 7 Aero is Everything: The New Wahoo ELEMNT ACE https://bikepacking.com/news/wahoo-elemnt-ace/ https://bikepacking.com/news/wahoo-elemnt-ace/#comments Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:46:01 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192303 Wahoo Elemnt AceThe new Wahoo ELEMNT ACE reinforces the industry’s turn toward aerodynamics by giving riders a new dataset through a built-in wind sensor. Read on for more on the Wahoo ELEMNT ACE and its new features...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/wahoo-elemnt-ace/feed/ 19 Basajaun: Sofiane Sehili’s Hottest Race Ever (Video) https://bikepacking.com/news/basajaun-sofiane-sehili-video/ https://bikepacking.com/news/basajaun-sofiane-sehili-video/#respond Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:08:32 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192220 Basajaun 2024This summer, Sofiane Sehili had to dig deep just to finish Basajaun, a long-distance gravel event on the edge of Basque Country in the north of Spain. Find a written reflection from Sofiane and his video highlighting how he dealt with the scorching 50°C highs here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/basajaun-sofiane-sehili-video/feed/ 0 This Dune-Inspired Bombtrack Beyond+ is Stunning https://bikepacking.com/news/dune-inspired-bombtrack-beyond/ https://bikepacking.com/news/dune-inspired-bombtrack-beyond/#comments Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:51:11 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192291 Dune-inspired Bombtrack Beyond+Inspired by the Dune universe, we recently spotted a custom Bombtrack Beyond+ that's built for interplanetary adventures. Part beach cruiser, part rock climber, find a full build kit and more photos of Lukas's lovely one-of-a-kind bike here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/dune-inspired-bombtrack-beyond/feed/ 9 The Seido Taza Fork Clears 29+ Tires https://bikepacking.com/news/seido-taza-fork-new/ https://bikepacking.com/news/seido-taza-fork-new/#comments Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:08:17 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192244 Seido Taza ForkThe new Seido Taza Fork has clearance for 29 x 3.0" tires, three-pack and low-rider rack mounts, dynamo routing, and is long enough to replace mid-travel suspension forks. Find everything you need to know here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/seido-taza-fork-new/feed/ 5 Weekend Snapshot https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-151/ https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-151/#comments Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:05:28 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192142 Weekend SnapshotToday's edition of Weekend Snapshot takes us back to the first days of fall to tag along with readers enjoying autumnal getaways in three countries. Find bike checks from Spain, Colorado, and France, and share a scene from one of your recent rides here...

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]]> https://bikepacking.com/news/weekend-snapshot-151/feed/ 2 Introducing the new NITTO x Blue Lug Jam Bar https://bikepacking.com/news/nitto-x-blue-lug-jam-bar-intro/ https://bikepacking.com/news/nitto-x-blue-lug-jam-bar-intro/#comments Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:40:39 +0000 https://bikepacking.com/?p=192150 From everyone's favorite bike shop in Japan comes the new NITTO x Blue Lug Jam Bar! Read on for more details on this affordable beach-cruiser-inspired flat bar...

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