Bikepacking Bones to Blue: Singletrack Trial By Fire around Lake Tahoe
A singletrack-averse bikepacker takes on Bones to Blue, 250 scenic trail-heavy miles around Truckee and Lake Tahoe.
Desolation Wilderness Grand Loop: 4+ Day Backpacking Route For Ambitious Hikers
This longer backpacking route in the Desolation Wilderness covers all the highlights and offers plenty of challenge while keeping logistics simple.
Naming Your Bike: Ideas to Suit Any Pedal-Powered Personality
When a new bike joins your family, naming it is almost as important as riding it! Here’s a long list of bike name examples and inspiration to get your wheels turning.
15 Backpacking Luxury Items: Are These Worth the Weight to You?
Instead of cutting weight, let’s take a moment to indulge in backpacking luxury items! Here are 15 common and not-so-common ways to add a little luxury to trail life.
Saddle Sores: How to Prevent and Treat (from Ultra-Endurance Cyclists)
Saddle sores can be a major bummer, but if ultra-distance cyclists can prevent and treat them successfully, you can too!
Collaboration: How We Ride the GDMBR
It was an honor to join other GDMBR riders in this group interview for the Adventure Cycling blog. There are so many ways and reasons to bikepack!
Introducing My Chumba Stella Ti Mountain Bike: 3700-Mile Bikepacking Review
Meet Stella, my new bikepacking bike. This review shares my impressions after 1300 miles of mixed-terrain riding.
The Best Backpack Size for Your Thru Hike (Any Trail, Any Gear List)
Choosing a backpack for your thru hike is a big commitment! Here’s how to choose the right thru hiking pack size based on your gear and the trail you’ll be hiking.
Bikepacking With A Backpack: Convenient Cargo Carrier or Pain in the Neck?
Yes, you can wear a backpack while bikepacking! It’s not that bad! Here’s how to decide whether a backpack is right for your setup and which one will work best for you.
65 Liter Backpacks: The Right Size for Your Hike? (+ Best Packs and Tips)
Wondering if 65 liters is a good pack size for backpacking? Learn about this very versatile backpack size, how much it holds, and whether it’s the right choice for your hiking needs.
Garmin eTrex 22x Long Term Review – Bikepacking Navigation
The Garmin eTrex 22x is a popular navigation device for bikepacking and backpacking. Here’s my detailed review of the 22x, how it compares to the 32x, and whether you should buy either.
Bikepacking on a Hardtail: Best Bikes + Tips for Gear and Riding
A hardtail mountain bike hits the sweet spot between comfort and simplicity for many bikepackers. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re thinking about bikepacking with a hardtail.
Bikepacking on a Gravel Bike: Everything You Need to Know
Does a gravel bike work for bikepacking? Sure, with a few caveats. Here’s everything you need to know about choosing or modifying a gravel bike for bikepacking.
Pinyons and Pines Bikepacking Race: Dust, Rocks, and Sunshine in Northern Arizona
Revisiting a favorite part of Arizona, in all its dusty and rocky glory, for the Pinyons and Pines bikepacking race.
Backpacking and Bikepacking: Two Paths to the Same Destination?
Bikepacking and backpacking are both adventurous ways to explore the outdoors. In my experience, here’s how the vibes and logistics compare.
Can You Bikepack on a Road Bike?
Let’s talk bikepacking and road bikes. What kind of bikepacking? With which kind of road bike? Here’s everything you need to know.
GPS Navigation Devices for Bikepacking: Side-by-Side Comparison
Feeling overwhelmed trying to choose the best GPS navigation device for bikepacking? This side-by-side comparison of the three most popular models will make things clearer.
45 Liter Backpacks: The Right Size For Your Hike? (+ Tips and Popular Packs)
If you’re considering a 45 liter backpack for hiking, here’s how to make sure it will meet your needs and hold all your gear.
5 Ways to Carry Your Tent While Backpacking (Which is Best?)
What’s the best way to carry your tent when backpacking? Inside or outside, top or bottom? These suggestions and practical tips will help you decide the best setup based on your pack and tent.
Preventing Theft While Bikepacking & Touring
From lightweight bike locks to simple clever tricks, here’s how to prevent bike theft and keep your gear safe while bikepacking or touring.
How to Poop in the Woods: Definitive Guide for the Shy and Squeamish
Pooping in the woods is no one’s favorite part of backpacking and camping, but it’s an essential outdoor skill. Here’s how to do it comfortably and responsibly.
Bikepacking Tips for Rough Terrain, From a Lousy Mountain Biker
Many of the most beautiful bikepacking routes involve rougher trails and 4×4 roads. Here’s how to make sure your riding skills, gear, and bike are up to the challenge.
Dispersed Camping for Cyclists
If you bikepack in the United States, I highly recommend you take advantage of free and legal dispersed camping on public land. Here’s how!
Tour de los Padres 2022: Burly Bikepacking Adventure in Central California
Ride report from five days of surprisingly rugged Central California bikepacking at the annual Tour de los Padres.
