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Pachamama: Chords of Freedom (Video)
0 Dec 10 Logan Watts / newsThe 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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2024 Bikepacking Awards: People and Routes
11 Dec 10 Logan Watts / cultureWe’re continuing our 2024 Bikepacking Awards by celebrating the individuals who inspired the bikepacking community with their incredible accomplishments and adventures. Additionally, we’ve highlighted the most captivating bikepacking routes we shared this year. Explore all the nominated people, routes, and events here…
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Specialized Quietly Announced the Chisel Comp EVO
5 Dec 9 Logan Watts / newsOne 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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Help Rockgeist Recover by Purchasing In-Stock Gear
2 Dec 9 Logan Watts / newsFlooding 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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2024 Bikepacking Gear of the Year
54 Dec 3 Logan Watts / accessoriesIn the first chapter of our 2024 Bikepacking Awards, we celebrate the gear that impressed us most this calendar year. Explore our team’s top choices across 50 awards in 11 categories, covering standout bikes, components, camping gear, apparel, and more. Plus, check out our “Best in Show” bikes from this year’s expos…
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COROS DURA Review: Brilliant Battery Life
134 Dec 2 Logan Watts / accessoriesThe COROS DURA is an impressive solar-powered GPS bike computer offering over 100 hours of battery life on a single charge, simple data and navigation functions, and an easy-to-use interface with a touchscreen and scroll wheel. Find a double feature here with a first look and a long-term review of the unit after a lot of use…
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Four Days Bikepacking the Wild West of Denmark (Video)
2 Nov 27 Logan Watts / videoSome say the best camera is the one you have with you. In his latest video, our friend Mikkel Soya Bølstad reflects on that very statement when he realizes he packed the wrong lens for a four-day bikepacking trip in Denmark. The result is beautiful. Watch it and find a brilliant collection of photos here…
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Made-in-Oregon Madrone Jab Derailleur Now on Pre-order
25 Nov 27 Logan Watts / newsThe impressive, made-in-Oregon Madrone Jab Derailleur has entered its final phase of testing and and is now available for pre-order. Learn more about this admirable piece of engineering and how you can reserve one here…
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Members, Please Cast Your Vote for the 2024 Collective Choice Awards!
1 Nov 26 Logan Watts / newsAttention Bikepacking Collective members, if you’re looking for something to watch (or dream about) this week, we need your help choosing the year’s best bikepacking films, routes, and bikes! Learn more here…
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Orbea Laufey Review: It’s All About the Process
23 Nov 26 Logan Watts / bikesAfter mulling over several reasons to review the latest Orbea Laufey, Logan bit the bullet and got one in for a test. Read on for his full review after pedaling around plenty of western North Carolina singletrack, taking it bikepacking, and comparing its aluminum frame to steel bikes with a similar poise…
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Good Night 2024 (December 21-31)
11 Nov 19 Logan Watts / cultureOur annual end-of-year overnighter challenge is back for a fifth year! Good Night 2024 invites everyone to embrace the festive season and enjoy a peaceful night under the stars between December 21st and 31st. Read on to more about the event and how you could win one of six amazing prizes, including Revelate Designs bags, Wolf Tooth tools, and Teravail tire sets…
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The Bikepacking Journal Back Issue Sale (04-11)
7 Nov 12 Logan Watts / newsLooking for a gift for a riding buddy or loved one this season? Limited back issues of The Bikepacking Journal are now available! They’re perfect for completing a collection and sharing inspiring stories. Find all the details here…