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Extreme vs. Everyday: Bikepacking the Iceland Divide

Guest — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:15:32 +0000

Following Emily Cartigny's recent bikepacking trip along the Iceland Divide with her husband, Tom, she reflects on the paradoxical way we often seek out challenging experiences on tour but avoid discomfort at all costs in our everyday lives. She also shares a few surprising lessons from the trail. Find Emily's story with photos and details on the spectacular route here...

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Seeking Self at Escape L.A. 2024

Guest — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:59:28 +0000

What is the appeal of signing up for a bikepacking event? As there are often no prizes, what do riders go home with? Part event recap, part reflection, Jason Pevey explored these questions at this year's Escape L.A. bikepacking event in California. Find his story paired with stunning photos by Stephen Shelesky and some of the other riders here...

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Progression and Remission: Bikepacking with Crohn’s

Miles Arbour — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 12:41:50 +0000

A decade after his diagnosis, Miles takes a poignant and unfiltered look at how Crohn’s disease has influenced and shaped his relationship with bikepacking and the people around him. Find stories and photos from over the years and learn why bikepacking has been his saving grace here...

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Tea, Trails, and Trust: A Journey of Solo Connection in Morocco

Guest — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 11:06:11 +0000

In this piece, Ana Zamorano Ruiz reflects on her recent bikepacking trip across Morocco and the unique connections she's formed with other women despite cultural and language barriers. Find her story of building bonds in the spectacular Atlas Mountains and a vivid collection of photos from her ride here...

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A Winding String of Energy: 2024 Arizona Trail Race Wrap Up

Eszter Horanyi — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:38:08 +0000

In her final piece wrapping up coverage of the 2024 Arizona Trail Race, Eszter Horanyi recounts her personal experience documenting the race and how the unplanned chaos of it mirrors what the riders go through. Find her thoughtful reflection with a final brilliant gallery of photos from all corners of the trail here...

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More Than Just Pedaling

Guest — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:26:57 +0000

In this piece, Dylan Kentch recounts lessons learned during a 9,600-kilometer bikepacking trip in the Western Australia Outback as he reflects on a white lie he told someone he met along the way. Read his story about a four and a half month ride aboard his custom long-tail fatbike, and find an expansive set of square format photos here...

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Five Lessons Learned at the 2024 Silk Mountain Race

Allan Shaw — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:14:31 +0000

A year after finishing the Silk Road Mountain race on a cargo bike, Allan Shaw returned to Kyrgyzstan for the third and final installment of his 2024 Mountain Race Podcast series. After producing a daily hour-long episode day to share the racers' firsthand experiences, he presents a collection of film photos, lessons from more than 200 interviews, and some memorable perspectives from the trail here…

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Bikepacking on the Buffalo Bicycle

Evan Christenson — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 12:36:12 +0000

In part two of his series on World Bicycle Relief, Evan Christenson heads out for a bikepacking trip around Kenya and Tanzania on the Buffalo Bicycle. He rides for weeks, meeting characters and contemplating development and the organization's role in Africa. Click through for his story and another incredible photo gallery…

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Sneak Peaks 2024: Stories from the Two Fastest Riders

Guest — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:44:24 +0000

Sneak Peaks is a fixed-route, unsupported, single-stage bikepacking expedition through the Italian Dolomites and Triglav Mountains in Slovenia. Over 130 riders participated in this year's inaugural event, split between three routes ranging from 500 to 1,100 kilometers. Find two thrilling rider recaps and a stunning selection of photos here...

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Real Good, Feel Good: A Slow Coast qathet Story

Miles Arbour — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:38:33 +0000

What does “slow” mean to you? Part event recap, part reflection, Miles explores building more intention into bikepacking trips through stories and lessons learned from the inaugural Slow Coast qathet, a weekend bikepacking event in British Columbia focusing on community, conservation, and education. Find his takeaways alongside a lovely video recap from Tom Powell here…

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Five Bikepacking Overnighters to Celebrate 30

Emily Bei Cheng — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:11:33 +0000

Despite not being one to make a big deal of her birthday, Emily Bei Cheng used ringing in her third decade as an excuse to connect with friends around the country, planning five overnight bikepacking trips. Find vignettes from picturesque 30th birthday campouts in New York, Alaska, Wisconsin, California, and Washington here...

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Finding Magic at the Inaugural Mega Mid South

Nic Morales — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:44:46 +0000

Nic Morales had never participated in a bike race and didn’t see the function of having someone else tell him how and where to ride his bike. Yet after years of hearing nothing but positive things about what went on in Stillwater, Oklahoma, he was drawn to their weirdest and newest event, Mega Mid South. In this piece, Nic dives into his journey across the Oklahoma plains and what exactly powers America’s most eclectic gravel event...

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A Very British Summer: Bikepacking the Peak District

Guest — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:15:52 +0000

Following an overnight bikepacking trip through the United Kingdom's storied Peak District, Tom Hill penned this beguiling short piece that's part tribute to the passing English summer and part ode to the simple beauty of riding and camping with friends. Find his story and a photo gallery you won't want to miss here...

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The Rene Herse Pass Tour

Guest — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 11:34:42 +0000

After realizing that Rene Herse tires are named after passes, ridges, and climbs one can go ride, Henley Phillips put together route around the beautiful Pacific Northwest that linked together as many passes as he could squeeze into a short bikepacking trip. Find his engaging story of connecting six varied passes and some takeaways on what it means to be a "good rider" here...

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Badlands 2024: A Triumph of Grit and Strategy in the Spanish Wilderness

Guest — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:55:46 +0000

With the Badlands 2024 event officially finished and over 200 riders completing the 791-kilometer route, Chris Tonge reports on how this year's race played out. Find his recap alongside a stunning selection of photos by Juanan Barros here...

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Who Let The Dogs Out? Bikepacking The Wilson’s Ramble

Guest — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 11:19:10 +0000

Part route report and part story, this upbeat piece from Eric Hockman chronicles his ride of our 125-mile Wilson's Ramble route in North Carolina with a ragtag bunch of friends. As they ride, they savor the region's unique natural beauty, fly fish in the creeks, stop by some cultural institutions, and meet a heaping handful of menacing canines. Find Eric's story and a gallery of photos here...

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Whee: A Bikepacking Journey Through the Japanese Alps

Guest — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:24:09 +0000

Following his first bikepacking trip abroad, a three-week ride across Japan from Tokyo to Kyoto, Riaz Moola reflects on the bike's ability to help overcome the fears of the anxious mind and offers some insights on how he learned to embrace the freewheeling joy of traveling by bike despite being a nervous person. Find his illuminating story with a gallery of film and digital photos here...

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A Tasmanian Bikepacking Memoir

Guest — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 11:30:07 +0000

Seizing an extended window of time off this spring, Max Coleman and his partner Shannon left their home in Adelaide for an 11-day getaway to beautiful Tasmania. With hardly a plan, they spontaneously pieced together a bikepacking route that took them along a lively mix of questionable and unforgettably scenic roads and trails. Read their story of unsolved mysteries, steep climbs, colorful locals, and more here...

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For a Friend: Reflections from the Tree to Sea Loop

Guest — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:22:51 +0000

In memory of her friend Zoe, Ruby Woodruff recently bikepacked our Tree to Sea Loop in British Columbia, where she found many vivid reminders of how lucky we are to be here. Part route report, part reflection, she shares tales of learning from the trail, meeting unforgettable locals and fellow riders, and feeling Zoe's guiding presence along the way. Find her story here...

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Kilimanjaro

Evan Christenson — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 11:22:18 +0000

Capping off a long year on the road and three months in East Africa, Evan Christenson heads to the infamous Mount Kilimanjaro to attempt climbing the tallest freestanding peak in the world—with a bike. Along the way, he makes friends, and things go awry. Read on for the wild story and a stunning photo gallery you won't want to miss...

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Embracing the Darkness at El Piri 2024

Guest — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:36:41 +0000

El Piri is an 800-kilometer gravel adventure through the Catalan Pyrenees, starting and finishing in Girona, Spain. Nearly 70 riders showed up for the inaugural event last month, and among them was Paula Soler, an artist, ultra cyclist, and bike messenger from Barcelona. Find Paula's reflection and photos from the event with additional photos from photographer Lloyd Wright here...

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Bikepacking the Rioja Alta Loop

Guest — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:14:38 +0000

Seeking a short getaway near their home in Spain, Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet recently pedaled a five-day route that combined segments of the Montañas Vacías XL and Ibérica Norte Loop into a picturesque circuit. Their ride took them up high passes, through lush vineyards, and into charming small towns. Find their story of dodging storms on a memorably beautiful adventure here...

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SteppenLOST: Wayfinding in a Sandbox

Josh Meissner — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 06:17:21 +0000

Are we getting lost often enough? Exploring more mindful navigation, Josh Meissner joins a mysterious gathering on the outskirts of Berlin called SteppenLOST. Join him as he gets turned around in the forest, and find a delightful set of photos from the event here…

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Full Send: Vignettes from the 2024 Highland Trail 550

Guest — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 12:24:23 +0000

After years of putting off participating in the storied Highland Trail 550 bikepacking race in Scotland because she thought she wasn't capable enough, Jenny Tough finally lined up for the 2024 edition of the race this spring. Find her uplifting story of persevering through the demanding course to quiet the voices of self-doubt alongside photos by John Summerton here...

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Running Down the 2024 Tour Divide (Part One)

Eddie Clark — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:14:33 +0000

In an expansive part one documenting the 2024 Tour Divide, photographer Eddie Clark shares his experience of chasing fast riders and capturing moments in the fleeting light from the tall grass and sagebrush along the iconic and storied route. Dive into his recap and explore an excellent photo gallery here…

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Hazy Snapshots of the 2024 Hellenic Mountain Race

Allan Shaw — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:03:37 +0000

After spending 10 days out on the remote Hellenic Mountain Race route in Greece with a voice recorder and an old film camera, Allan Shaw takes us along for the journey of documenting the nearly 900-kilometer bikepacking race as a podcast host and photographer. Find his gritty black-and-white snapshots and field recordings from the experience here...

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The 406 Ride: Folding Bicycles in Montana

Joe Cruz — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:26:10 +0000

In this piece, Joe shares a trip report of making new friends and riding Bike Friday’s all-terrain All-Packa folding bicycle in Montana last autumn before forbidding weather ended the bikepacking season. The party of four—which included Willie Hatfield, the bike’s lead designer—were all on the mini-velos. Along the way, Joe offers further thoughts on the prowess of 20” wheels...

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Keep the Pedals Turning

Guest — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 11:38:42 +0000

One thing all riders need to sustain their trips is fuel, and the latest short piece Jacob Martin cooked up explores the topic of bikepacking food. Read about the foods he eats to keep the pedals turning, find the story of his best camp meal ever, and share your go-to snacks and recipes here...

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A Reflection on Gender and Ultra-Endurance Bikepacking

Guest — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:29:58 +0000

In this story, Frances Hacker looks back on a moment during the final stretch of the 2023 Colorado Trail Race when they were forced to reckon with a dying battery and the significance of their purple dot on the map. Read about Frances's race experience and how registering for the CTR as a non-binary rider was a monumental decision…

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Ride to the Source: Bikepacking Payahuunadu

Guest — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:45:47 +0000

Meghan Cason and a group of 15 femme/trans/women/nonbinary riders from Wild Wolf Cycling Collective recently took on a version of the Owen's Valley Ramble bikepacking route. After the ride, Meghan wrote this reflection that weaves the experience with themes of the region's complicated history, resource mismanagement, and striking natural beauty. Read it here...

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Cycle Therapy: Resilience On the Continental Divide

Guest — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 11:21:55 +0000

After retiring from his high-stress career as a firefighter and first responder, Chris Christie set out on a head-clearing bikepacking journey along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route between Canada and Colorado. In this piece, he celebrates the start of a new chapter and reflects on how riding can be a tool to help manage mental health and build resilience to combat the mounting anxiety of daily life. Find his story and a remarkable gallery of images here...

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Going Your Own Way: Two Months Across New Zealand

Guest — Wed, 29 May 2024 11:14:29 +0000

Following a two-month bikepacking trip around New Zealand, Matt Bark reflects on the value of following established routes versus the potential risks and rewards that come with charting your own path. Find his story of finding the right balance, making new connections, and embracing spontaneity here...

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A Woman Who Left Society to Live With Bears Weighs in on “Man or Bear”

Guest — Wed, 22 May 2024 11:17:27 +0000

The “Man or Bear” debate recently went viral online, with women sharing their thoughts on whether they’d rather be stuck in the forest with a man or a bear. In this piece, long-term bicycle traveler Laura Killingbeck reflects on the question and adds her unique perspective to the conversation. Read it here…

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Learned Helplessness: A Second Lap Around Morocco

Evan Christenson — Mon, 20 May 2024 11:17:35 +0000

In the conclusion of his two-part tale from Morocco, Evan Christenson re-rides the same loop around the Atlas Mountains to deliver the 46 portraits he shot during his first spin along the route. He’s met with a mix of familiar and unexpected experiences during his ride. Find the second part of his story and another exceptional photo gallery here…

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The Police State Will Kill Travel: Lap One Around Morocco

Evan Christenson — Fri, 17 May 2024 12:04:04 +0000

In part one of this thrilling tale, Evan Christenson returns to Morocco's High Atlas Mountains to finish a ride that left his bike broken and in the back of a taxi five years ago. This time, he tries to evade police and makes new friends along the way. While on the ride, he contemplates the point of travel and finds a way to give back. Find his story and a spectacular set of photos here...

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Point Reyes and Back: A Whirlwind on Two Wheels

Guest — Wed, 15 May 2024 11:29:21 +0000

When Jake Bleggi was asked to shoot engagement photos for a friend in San Francisco, he used the quick trip as an excuse to chase some longtime dreams in the hills beyond the city. Find his short story of an unplanned getaway and an ode to spinning the pedals for whatever amount of time you can here...

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The (Traka) Adventure?

Stephen Fitzgerald — Mon, 13 May 2024 11:48:23 +0000

Following his ride of the Traka Adventure in Spain despite its official cancelation due to extreme weather earlier this month, Stephen Fitzgerald from Rodeo Labs penned this ambitious reflection on his history with "adventure" as a racer and organizer. Equal parts insightful, captivating, and revealing, this is an expansive piece you won't want to miss. Read it here...

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Seven Shots with Angus Young

Guest — Wed, 08 May 2024 11:37:22 +0000

In the latest installment of Ryan Le Garrec's "Seven Shots" series, he shares a look back at his time pedaling around Spain and Portugal with Angus Young on his 2022 attempt to set the fastest known time on the 7,500-kilometer European Divide Trail. Find Ryan's unconventional documentation of the achievement in seven behind-the-scenes frames here...

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GranGuanche: Two Friends Chasing Ferries

Allan Shaw — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 11:49:50 +0000

Allan Shaw and Jenny Tough recently teamed up for their first ultra-distance bikepacking event as a pair, racing side by side in the 2024 GranGuanche Audax Gravel in Spain's Canary Islands. In this piece, Allan shares his perspective on chasing ferries across five islands together and reflects on how racing in a pair differs from going it alone. Find his story and a set of 35mm film photos here...

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The Maine Connection: A Snowy Hut-to-Hut Adventure

Guest — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:32:13 +0000

Over the winter, Trevor Browne and a group from Panorama Cycles in Canada headed to Maine for a three-day hut-to-hut fatbiking journey through the beautiful Carrabassett Valley. Read on for his story of finding friendship and flow while pedaling along snowy trails through the northern woods with a blissful photo gallery that almost has us missing winter...

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The Shakedown: A Vancouver Island Overnighter

Tom Powell — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:29:39 +0000

In preparation for an imminent six-week bikepacking trip to Peru, Tom Powell and friends recently pedaled out for one last shakedown overnighter to give everything a final check. Find Tom's reflection on the experience, some last-minute lessons learned, a beautiful set of photos, and a charming short video documenting their night out on Vancouver Island here...

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A Home Away From Home

Guest — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 11:32:58 +0000

Following his ode to the hike-a-bike, Jacob Martin's latest short piece shines a light on the many places we sleep while bikepacking. From an ideally situated campsite on a clear night to an unexpected refuge when the weather turns, he pays tribute to our short-term homes away from home and shares a little about his philosophy of embracing whatever comes. Read it here...

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New Adventures With Old Gear in Santa Fe

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:44:25 +0000

Seeking a two wheeled spring break adventure, Cass and his son Sage return to New Mexico after a number of years away, to reacquaint themselves with the city's bike paths and spend a night under enchanting skies. Read on for a story about a family campout on the Caja del Rio, and a visit to an emporium of preloved outdoor gear that is sure to delight both parents and children alike...

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The Ebb and Flow of the Baja Divide

Guest — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 11:30:30 +0000

For his first solo bikepacking trip, Tom Norman braved the rugged Baja Divide route in Mexico. His unforgettable ride provided an unending mix of surpassed expectations and dramatic twists and turns amid the unforgiving desert terrain. In this piece, he shares some of the many highs, lows, and surprises he experienced along the way. Find his story and a sensational photo gallery from the picturesque route here.

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Ruta del Jefe 2024: Connecting People, Places, and Ecosystems

Guest — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:38:50 +0000

The Ruta del Jefe gathering promotes the rich culture and biodiversity in the US/Mexico borderlands, showcasing its Indigenous communities and highlighting the border wall's effects on animal and human migration. John Montesi attended this year's event at the Cuenca Los Ojos protected area in the Sky Islands of Sonora, Mexico, and he wrote this poignant piece that weaves an ecological perspective into a recap of his time riding through the staggeringly beautiful landscape...

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How to Become a Sponsored Athlete in Bikepacking

Alexandera Houchin — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:27:44 +0000

How do folks make a living through sponsorship in ultra-endurance bikepacking? That’s a good (and complex) question. In this piece, Alexandera Houchin dives in head first with an honest and poignant look back at her ultra-cycling career and how she recommends athletes and brands evolve the conversation in the future…

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Basquedada Gathering: A Rainy Spring Rendezvous

Guest — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:29:30 +0000

Last year, Ana Zamorano Ruiz and friends organized a gathering of bikepackers from around Spain to connect offline and showcase the beauty of the nearby Urbasa Andía Natural Park. In this piece, she shares some lessons she learned as a first-time organizer and impressions from the event. Find her story and a photo gallery here...

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Alone Time: Ana Jager’s Solo Ride on the Iditarod Trail

Guest — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 11:24:34 +0000

On March 13th, 27-year-old Ana Jager rolled into Nome, Alaska, finishing a harrowing 19-day solo ride on the Iditarod Trail. Conditions this year were extraordinarily difficult and slow, but she maintained a pace that was in step with the fastest ITI racers. After the ride, author and fellow endurance athlete Jill Homer caught up with Ana to discuss her monumental effort. Find the full story here and a collection of Ana's photos from the trip here...

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Of Resilience, Hope, and a Slice of Heaven

Tristan Bogaard — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:31:36 +0000

Tristan Bogaard and Belén Castelló recently bikepacked the new “Of Resilience and Hope” loop in Teruel, Spain, and quickly understood its significance. Read Tristan’s reflection on this unique area in the “empty mountains,” the region’s struggle to stay alive, and what makes the route unforgettable here. Plus, find a beautiful collection of photos showcasing its sublime dirt roads and divine wild camping here…

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Atlas Mountain Race 2024: Vivid in Black and White

Allan Shaw — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 12:43:54 +0000

Rather than racing this year's Atlas Mountain Race (AMR), Allan Shaw took on the equally exhausting role of chasing riders all around Morocco to interview them for the AMR podcast. Read on for his behind-the-scenes perspective on getting riders to open up and the parallels between racing and podcasting. Plus, find a handful of episodes and a gallery of Allan's black and white film photos from the event here...

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Lonesome Lands and Sugar Sand

Guest — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:28:10 +0000

Following a slow solo overnighter through South Carolina's Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Tanner Arrington penned this dynamic account that blends a ride report with observations on natural history, reflections on land stewardship, and a zoomed-in perspective on the beauty surrounding us. Find his stirring piece and an accompanying gallery of analog and digital photos here...

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Winter’s Gifts: Bikepacking 1,000 Miles on the Iditarod Trail

Guest — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:30:27 +0000

Huw Oliver traveled from Scotland to Alaska to ride the 1,000-mile Iditarod Trail last year, and he put together this reflection that links a series of memories from several weeks out on the ephemeral trail across the rugged Alaskan backcountry. Read his story of braving the elements and making unexpected connections here...

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“Women Who Ride” (From Across Andes 2023)

Guest — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:39:30 +0000

Sammie Dubeau was one of more than 200 racers to line up for the Patagonia Verde edition of Across Andes last year. She put together a report from her time on the stunning 1,000-kilometer route and a broader reflection of the power of community and the women who inspire her. Find Sammie's story and a gallery of photos from Chile here...

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An Introduction to Bikepacking with Trail Mixed Collective

Emily Bei Cheng — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 12:33:33 +0000

Earlier this winter, Emily Bei Cheng teamed up with Trail Mixed Collective to host a first-time bikepacking overnighter for a group of women of color. Six riders showed up, and the new friends pedaled into the Marin Headlands for a weekend of bonding and learning by doing. Read about the unshakeable power of the overnighter and find a dynamic photo gallery here...

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Running Late: An Improvised Journey on the VTXL

Guest — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 12:33:56 +0000

A little past prime riding season and with next to no planning, friends Jake Bleggi and Burke Collings took on the 300-mile VTXL bikepacking route, following their sense of adventure and trusting the trail to provide a unique New England experience. Read Jake's story of their haphazard but ultimately rewarding journey here...

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Taking it to 11: A 2024 Fat Pursuit Race Report

Eddie Clark — Sat, 27 Jan 2024 13:15:08 +0000

Riders, skiers, and runners who lined up for the 2024 Fat Pursuit in Idaho earlier this month faced brutal temperatures and several feet of fresh snow. Photographer Eddie Clark was on the ground, and he shares an up-close and personal look at the memorable 11th edition of the race. Find his report here...

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Surfpacking the Canary Islands

Guest — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:16:27 +0000

Seeking a winter escape and an exciting new challenge, Henna Palosaari figured out how to haul her surfboard by bike and headed to Spain's Canary Islands for two weeks of pedaling around in search of waves. Find Henna's story of first-time surfpacking, insights on how she made it all work, and a dreamy gallery of photos here...

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An Ode to the Hike-a-Bike

Guest — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:32:13 +0000

Like a good hike-a-bike, Jacob Martin's latest piece is short and punchy. In it, he shares a little about his love-hate relationship with pushing and pulling his bike along the trail and reminds us why all the effort is often worthwhile. Find Jacob's tribute to the hike-a-bike and a lovely gallery of 35mm film photos from steep tracks around Europe here...

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Never Alone: Memories of the 2023 Hunt 1000

Guest — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:01:18 +0000

In November, Rhys Jones and his best friend took on the 1,000-kilometer Hunt 1000 bikepacking event in Australia. The ride challenged Rhys in more ways than he thought possible, but the positive and memorable encounters with folks along the way more than made up for the difficulty. Find his reflection and photos from the 2023 Hunt 1000 here...

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Why Race? Reflections on the Tour Divide

Guest — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:52:13 +0000

As someone attracted to pedaling at an unhurried pace that allows time to soak in the surroundings and experience the local culture, Ty Domin was initially skeptical about racing the Tour Divide. Still, something compelled him to give a whirl. In this piece, explores the eye-opening experiences that helped him fully appreciate the iconic race's allure. Read it here...

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In Admiration of Hazel and Margo (Lessons from the Trail)

Guest — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 12:29:43 +0000

In this heartfelt piece, photographer Tyler Weber shares the story of taking his two young daughters on an ambitious overnight bikepacking trip in Canada's Jasper National Park and some of the lessons he learned when things didn't go to plan. Read "In Admiration of Hazel and Margo" paired with a lovely set of images here...

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