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Editor’s Dozen: Evan’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Evan Christenson — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:30:18 +0000

Having spent most of the year living on his bike, including eight months around Africa, Evan Christenson put together an eclectic roundup of his favorite things of 2024 and an engaging reflection on "stuff" after needing uniquely little of it this year. Dive into Evan's Editor's Dozen here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:35:52 +0000

Following a year of sharing adventures with his son and friends, Cass Gilbert reflects on some of his standout items and ideas in his 2024 Editor's Dozen. He also offers an update on how his picks from last year have fared up to today. Find new favorites from rides around Mexico, England, France, Colorado, and beyond here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Nic’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Nic Morales — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:17:31 +0000

By way of introduction to the editorial staff, Nic Morales offers up his Editor's Dozen for 2024! After a year spent traveling through the ins and outs of the bike industry, Nic's Editor's Dozen will hopefully give you some insight into the kind of cyclist and human being he is. Dive in here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear and More of 2024

Logan Watts — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:33:10 +0000

To wrap up the year, Logan and Virginia curated their final Editor’s Dozen of 2024—a handpicked collection of 12(+) products, interests, and more that stood out during the fastest year ever on everything from local overnighters to trail rides in the Sierra Norte and Appalachians. Explore the full list here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear and More from 2024

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:19:12 +0000

The season for end-of-year roundups is here! In Neil's 2024 Editor's Dozen, he shares his favorite gear from 2024, tested through the Arizona winter, summer in the Midwest, and countless overnighters and day rides around Colorado. These standout items truly earned their place as gear worth mentioning. Dive in here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favorite Gear of 2024 (Summer)

Miles Arbour — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:47:04 +0000

After a slow spring, the excitement of summer hit hard for Miles and Emily this year, and they've been busy scouting new routes in British Columbia. Find 12 items that have stood out for them, including everything from bikepacking gear and apparel to Emily's new bike, in their summer 2024 Editor's Dozen roundup here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2024 (Summer)

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:22:04 +0000

Continuing our mid-year Editor's Dozen series, Lucas rounds up an eclectic mix of 12 pieces of gear that have already made their mark on 2024. Having accompanied him on trips from the deep canyons of Utah to the high mountains of Colorado, find his list of standouts here, which includes camera gear, bags, components, electronics, apparel, and much more...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2024 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:40:45 +0000

After nearly six months of day rides and bikepacking trips in Oaxaca, Puebla, and the Eastern US, Logan and Virginia highlight a few standout products and experiences that have delighted them in 2024. Here are a dozen items that have become their summer favorites, including excellent new grips, a pizza oven, a prototype rack, music for the trail, new bags, and more…

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Editor’s Dozen: Josh’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Josh Meissner — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 12:32:44 +0000

In our final Editor’s Dozen from 2023, Josh Meissner reflects on 12 highlights that shaped his eventful last year of touring all over Europe. Ranging from practical gear to immaterial inspiration, find his collection of favorites that blur the lines of bikepacking here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Logan Watts — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:28:59 +0000

Rolling over the end-of-year roundups, Logan and Virginia compiled their final Editor’s Dozen of 2023 with a collection of 12 standout favorites from the year. These products proved their mettle, accompanying us on local overnighters, trail rides in the Sierra Norte and the Appalachians, and on a couple of bigger missions in Oaxaca and Colorado. Find them all here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favourite Gear of 2023

Miles Arbour — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:30:39 +0000

After a busy year of bikepacking, including a six-week trip to Australia, Miles and Emily share 12 items that stood out this year. Find everything from trail-tested components and gear to their new favourite Tasmania-made chocolate bar in their 2023 Editor's Dozen roundup...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:31:18 +0000

Next up in our 2023 Editor's Dozen series, Lucas shares a look at 12 projects, products, and places that had a lasting impact on him both on and off the bike this year. From budget-friendly to high-end, find his collection of favorites from everyday life and travels around two continents here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:28:07 +0000

After another big year of trying out newly released gear and using some old products, Neil shares 12 standouts from 2023 in our latest Editor's Dozen video, including everything from his favorite apparel to cargo-carrying equipment, bike accessories, and more...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2023

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 12:49:00 +0000

Is it that time of year again? After a busy 12 months of travel and time on two wheels in several countries, Cass kicks off our annual Editor's Dozen gear picks with his roundup of favourite bikes, components, accessories, clothing, and more. Find out which old and new pieces earned top marks in 2023 here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2023 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:02:06 +0000

After a half-year of day rides and bikepacking trips in Oaxaca, Colorado, and the Eastern US, Logan and Virginia shine some light on a few standout pieces of gear. Here are a dozen products that have become their summer favorites, including a brilliant new stem, purple cogs, lightweight sandals, a solution for slipping seat posts, and more…

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2022

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:10:39 +0000

Closing out our Editor's Dozen series that looks back at our favorite pieces of gear from the past year, Lucas shares his top 12 picks for 2022. Find his roundup of assorted things that saw lots of use and made a lasting impression during his bikepacking trips around the UK, Germany, and the Rocky Mountains here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles’ Favorite Gear of 2022

Miles Arbour — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 12:20:38 +0000

Next up in our annual editors' gear picks series, Miles shares some of his favourite items from 2022. Find a dozen products that have seen a significant amount of use in the Pacific Northwest or have impressed him from a design and functionality standpoint here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2022

Logan Watts — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:51:28 +0000

Continuing the time-honored tradition of sharing our favorite gear each year, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen prized items. All 12 of these products saw heavy use and impressed us in 2022, a year of Baja Divide riding, Eastern Divide route scouting, chunky trail rides in the Sierra Norte and the Appalachians, and posh overnighters in the forest…

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2022

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:36:30 +0000

As part of our continuing "Best of 2022" coverage, Cass picks his favourite gear, both old and new, that has survived the vagaries of this year's rutted roads and trails, along with some noteworthy themes that have stood out too...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite 2022 Bikepacking Gear

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:02:03 +0000

It’s that time of the year again when we share our Editor’s Dozen gear lists. To kick things off, here's Neil Beltchenko's video showcasing 12 of his favorite products that he tested in 2022. Watch it here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favorite Gear of 2022 (Summer)

Miles Arbour — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 11:42:22 +0000

Prime riding season is in full swing in the Pacific Northwest, serving up some of the best conditions for long days of bikepacking, ocean swimming, and slow nights at camp. Miles and Emily have put together a dozen of their favourite products for this roundup, including new finds and time-tested gear that's been coming along on every ride...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2022 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:10:24 +0000

The days are hot, humid, and long here in the eastern United States, marking the half-way point in the year for gear testing. Here are a dozen products that have become some of Logan and Virginia’s summer favorites, including a rack hack, shorts and apparel, some rad new handlebars, and more…

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2021

Logan Watts — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:32:55 +0000

In our final salute to the gear of 2021, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen components, wearables, tools, and toys that became their favorite things throughout a year of route scouting, trail rides, and overnighters. Find them all here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’ Favorite Gear of 2021

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:33:05 +0000

Reflecting back on the year of riding around Europe, from the Baltic Sea down to the Dolomites, Lucas rounds up 12 noteworthy pieces of gear and experiences that added to his life in 2021, whether on or off the bike. From handmade bags to affordable accessories and time-tested apparel, find his annual Editor’s Dozen here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles’ Favorite Gear of 2021

Miles Arbour — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:11:32 +0000

A year after relocating to the Pacific Northwest, Miles reflects on some of his favourite pieces of gear and other highlights that have stood out for him in 2021. Find a dozen items that Miles thinks deserve recognition here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2021

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 13:21:42 +0000

Cass shares his rundown of gear favourites and more from 2021, including mini panniers, a magic carpet bike, a burly cargo rack 'n' milk crate, shiny carving knives, a memory catcher, and bikepacking with a once-abandoned hound...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2021

Neil Beltchenko — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:18:02 +0000

In our latest video, Neil walks through 12 of his favorite cycling products that were new to him in 2021, bikepacking gear ranging from recycled bags to Neil's new found favorite instant coffee, all priced under $150...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2020

Logan Watts — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:48:06 +0000

In our final nod to the stuff of 2020, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen of their favorite pieces of gear that were special during a year of sanity rides, overnighter escapes, and local route scouting. Find it all here, ranging from pricey and odd, to cheap and game-changing...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2020

Lucas Winzenburg — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 13:25:52 +0000

Looking back on the year, Lucas rounds up 12 notable pieces of gear and experiences that improved his life in 2020, both on and off the bike. From affordable and practical accessories, to transformative upgrades, to a titanium dream build, find his Editor’s Dozen here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’s Favorite Gear of 2020

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 13:19:23 +0000

While this year hasn't involved as much gear testing as normal, for obvious reasons, Cass still has a dozen favorite items and experiences to share from 2020. Read on to find his full list of gear picks here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2020

Neil Beltchenko — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 14:03:45 +0000

In our latest video, Neil handpicks 12 of his favorite cycling and camping products that were new to him in 2020. Find a variety of great bikepacking gear in here, with a selection of products ranging from handmade bags to Neil's new found favorite water filter, all priced under $150...

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Editor’s Dozen: Joe’s Favorite Gear of 2019

Joe Cruz — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 13:23:39 +0000

In 2019 Joe pedaled in Bosnia, on dirt roads from Munich to Marseille, and on a folding bike in Portugal. Closer to home he rode along the Mexico/Arizona border and was part of the Arkansas scouting mission for the No Place Like Oz loop. Not to mention a 50th birthday party of three days of massive gravel rides in Vermont with a few dozen close friends. Along the way he put plenty of new things to the test. Find his favorites here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles’ Favorite Gear of 2019

Miles Arbour — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:08:09 +0000

Next up in our Editor's Dozen gear lists, Miles shares his thoughts on some components, clothing, and events that stood out in 2019. After six months on the road, from the Pacific Northwest to the Southeast and back again, Miles has packed in his fair share of riding. Here are a dozen items that have continued to prove their usefulness, over and over again...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2019

Logan Watts — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:21:37 +0000

With a lot of good items left over from our awards roundups, we're putting down some of our favorites in several end of the year Editor's Dozen gear lists. Here's a collaboration from Virginia and Logan with twelve of their prized bikepacking finds from 2019...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2019

Cass Gilbert — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 16:24:04 +0000

It's always hard to squeeze everything we like most into our Awards series. So this year, we're adding in an Editor's Dozen - gear, routes, and more - that didn't make it into our main roundup posts. To kick off, here's Cass' pick of 2019, covering family bikepacking, a cargo plus bike, favourite routes, fancy carbon wheels, a Dyneema hip pack, a magic bungee cord, and more...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan’s Favorite Gear of 2019 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 14:06:08 +0000

The days are getting shorter here in the the Northern Hemisphere, but the season’s just beginning for gear testing. Here are a dozen products—from navigation to footwear—that have become some of Logan’s favorites throughout this past spring and summer…

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan’s Favorite Gear of 2018

Logan Watts — Mon, 31 Dec 2018 12:48:24 +0000

With the 2018 Bikepacking Gear of the Year Awards behind us, there are still several great products left on the table that are worth mentioning. Here are a dozen of Logan’s favorites that in his opinion could have easily made the list…

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