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Bikepacking
14. August, 14:05 Uhr

Today Race Face announced their new Aeffect R Crank and Aeffect R Dropper Post, both featuring modern specs at approachable price points. Check out all the details here... The post New Race Face Aeffect R Crank and Dropper Post Released appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
15. August, 11:10 Uhr

Kona recently launched the Libre AL, a 6061 aluminum version of their popular off-road drop-bar bike. But, it's only going to be available in Europe, for now. Here are all the details and specs... The post Kona Libre AL Launches… in Europe only appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
07. August, 13:22 Uhr

Surly just announced several new tubeless tire offerings as well as new sustainable, zero-waste packaging, a move we wish all tire manufacturers would follow... The post Surly’s New Tubeless Tires and Zero-waste Packaging appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
07. August, 12:32 Uhr

Kona may have just made an excellent bike even better. The 2020 Kona Sutra LTD gets upgraded wheels, new paint, and what appears to be proper three-pack cage mounts on the fork... The post 2020 Kona Sutra LTD appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
16. August, 15:39 Uhr

Inspired by the Wo and Wozo, the new Kona Woo looks like the most capable, bikepacking-friendly fat bike of the three. With big tires, more mounts, and a mid-range price tag, the Woo looks like a great package. Check out all of the details here... The post 2020 Kona Woo Announced: Wo + Wozo = Woo! appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
15. August, 11:43 Uhr

We reached out to Will Meyer, co-founder of Brother Cycles for a look into the bikepacking event series, Brother in the Wild, now touring its way around Europe. Find photos and details from their Munich, Germany event here... The post Brother in the Wild, Munich 2019: Event Recap appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
13. August, 17:15 Uhr

The inaugural Pinyons and Pines bikepacking race, which explores some of the best riding in Arizona, saw rain, snow, and just two finishers for 2019. We reached out to event organizer Dana Ernst for a detailed recap, and gathered up a selection of photos from some of the participants... The post 2019 Pinyons and Pines: Event Recap appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
08. August, 13:06 Uhr

Pedal into the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The 112 mile Gallatin Trail takes riders into wild country with vast scenery, flowing singletrack, and challenging climbs. This interconnected corridor with all of its rivers, forests, mountains, and wildlife is part of a critical swath of land surrounding Yellowstone National Park. This wild land is […] The post The Gallatin Trail,...

Bikepacking
03. August, 18:03 Uhr

A round of applause for Alexandera Houchin, who just won the 2019 Colorado Trail Race women's category on her trusty singlespeed Chumba Stella. Find details about her time and photos from the finish line here... The post Alexandera Houchin Wins 2019 Women’s Colorado Trail Race (On a Singlespeed!) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
06. August, 14:38 Uhr

The inaugural Pan Celtic Race, a 1,437 mile adventure through the Celtic Nations of Scotland, Ireland and Wales, challenged riders with unrelenting headwinds, big climbs, and plenty of rain. We reached out to the event organizers for a recap of this year's event, including a selection of photos from photographers on site... The post 2019 Pan Celtic Race: Event Recap appeared first on...

Bikepacking
09. August, 13:06 Uhr

If you've dealt with a messy tubeless installation before, or struggled with getting a tire to seal with a floor pump... you're in luck. Milkit's tubeless Valve System and portable Booster are designed to make tubeless setup easier, cleaner, and doable from just about anywhere, without a compressor. Read on for our first impressions... The post Milkit Tubeless Booster Review and Valve System...

Bikepacking
31. Juli, 11:50 Uhr

Cass Gilbert reminds us that it’s never too late to start bikepacking. In his first multi-generational tour, he, his six-year-old son, and his seventy-three-year-old mum enjoy three days bike riding and camping around the gravel paths of the New Forest. Plus, hints and tips for planning something similar, and a map of the route. The post A First MGB (Multi Generational Bikepack) appeared first...

Bikepacking
09. August, 10:55 Uhr

This week's Reader's Rig belongs to Ryan Ross, who built up a Surly Troll frame he found on Craigslist into his do-it-all bikepacking steed. Read the backstory along with additional photos and details here... The post Reader’s Rig: Ryan’s Surly Troll appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
01. August, 12:15 Uhr

But first, let’s get a misnomer out of the way. The Isle of Purbeck isn’t actually an isle, though you can reach it on a chain ferry, which certainly adds to its islandish feel. Rather, it’s a peninsula hemmed in by the English Channel, a sixty square mile chunk of land that also includes the […] The post Purbeck Bimble, Dorset UK appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
16. August, 12:45 Uhr

Cass Gilbert heads out to rooty, doubletrack-laced Bergisches Land to try out some of Bombtrack's 2020 range of bikes. Here are his thoughts on the burly, gravel-chomping, bikepacking-friendly Hook EXT and EXT-C, as well as the (slightly oddball) Hook ADV... The post First impressions on the 2020 Bombtrack Hook EXT, EXT-C, and ADV appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
05. August, 14:30 Uhr

As part of Norco's 2020 mountain bike release, the Bigfoot has seen a complete redesign which includes a larger main triangle, more mounts, and four different build options. Check out the details here... The post Norco Redesigns 2020 Bigfoot Fatbike appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
02. August, 15:25 Uhr

This week's Reader's Rig comes from our old friend Neža Peterca, who dreamed up a custom do-everything bike and then commissioned frame builder David Phillips of No Public Issue to help her make it a reality. Learn more about Neža – a talented photographer, gear repairer, and community organizer in her own right – and see details about her "Hoop Snake" here... The post Reader’s Rig: Neza’s...

Bikepacking
03. August, 12:22 Uhr

While bikepacking Oregon’s Big Country, Tomas Quinones discovered and rescued a 73-year-old man who was dehydrated and incapacitated after surviving four days in the high desert. Here’s the full story in Tomas' words, photos, and a video news report... The post Bikepacking Rescue in The Desert appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
07. August, 11:46 Uhr

We chat to Amanda Andros about the European bikepacking tour she's currently sharing with her partner Chris, and find out which routes they've ridden so far, where they're headed to next, and what motivates her to bikepack rather than tour more traditionally. Plus, Amanda shares some one-pot recipe ideas to help stay happy and healthy on the road... The post Amanda and her Salsa Fargo Plus Bike...

Bikepacking
10. August, 14:13 Uhr

Yesterday morning, Michele Miani and Matti Koster finished their ride across one continent, through 10 countries, and over 4300km to the Arctic Circle, becoming the first pair to finish the 2019 NorthCape 4000. Find the details here and some photos of both Michele and Matti at the finish... The post Michele Miani & Matti Koster Win 2019 NorthCape 4000 appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
06. August, 10:58 Uhr

Congratulations to 24-year-old Fiona Kolbinger, who just won the 2019 Transcontinental Race! Here's a quick recap from the race organizers and a couple photos of Fiona from during the event... The post Fiona Kolbinger Wins 2019 Transcontinental Race No7 appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
08. August, 11:35 Uhr

The 2020 Kona Unit X gets a major overhaul with BOOST thru-axles, 29 x 2.6" tires, improved geometry, and a 12-speed drivetrain... all for under $1400. The post The 2020 Kona Unit X Has Landed appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
06. August, 13:04 Uhr

We took three Salsa Journeyman 650B bikes on an epic trip through the wilds of Montana to see how Salsa's budget off-road drop-bar rig would perform. After a broken derailleur in the first half mile, we were skeptical. Here's what happened, the full review, and ride impressions from the trip... The post Salsa Journeyman 650B Review: 7 Days on The Prairie appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
13. August, 12:28 Uhr

Rideable is a new film from Steven Mortinson that follows two friends on cheap bikes hauling a surfboard 250-miles around Oregon in search of idyllic surf spots. Check out the online premier here. Plus, find a Q&A and some behind the scenes photos from the filming... The post Rideable (Film) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
13. August, 13:16 Uhr

Wahoo just released "Leave It on The Road: Shinrin-Yoku," a beautiful short film following ten riders on a tour through Japan to raise funds and awareness for cancer research. Watch the film here and find a collection of photos from the trip... The post Leave It On The Road: Forest Bathing in Japan appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
02. August, 18:33 Uhr

Just announced, Netherlands-based AGU released a full range of bikepacking bags for your bars, saddle, and frame. Find a quick look at the new line here... The post AGU Releases Venture Bikepacking Bag Collection appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
09. August, 13:27 Uhr

New USDA NEPA revisions eliminate public participation in decisions made for our National Forests—another step in the process of dismantling the backbone of our public lands. The post Speak Up Now For Your National Forests appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
12. August, 13:11 Uhr

In our 2019 Colorado Trail Race photo gallery, Eddie Clark brings us into this year's race with another amazing set of images. Here's the full gallery, Eddie's commentary from the experience, and a brief recap of the race... The post The 2019 Colorado Trail Race in Photos appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
14. August, 12:33 Uhr

Our latest Collective discount gives members 15% off of almost anything at Campfire Cycling, a bricks and clicks shop focused bicycle camping, bikepacking, and bike touring gear... The post Collective Discount: Campfire Cycling! appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Bikepacking
02. August, 12:55 Uhr

The Cannondale Topstone Apex 1 promises "pure gravel goodness" at a price that won't break the bank, but does it deliver? Lucas spent a few months riding one around the endless trails and roads surrounding Berlin to find out. See the full review here... The post Cannondale Topstone Apex 1 Review: Roll and Roam appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.