Practical stuff to help you see the world, or your own neighborhood, on two pedal-powered wheels.
Planning and Prep
How to Find Riding Companions for Bikepacking and Touring
Bikepacking Checklist: Gear and Packing, Logistics, and Bike Prep
Favorite Apps, Maps, and Tools for Planning Bikepacking Routes
How Much Water Should You Carry For Bikepacking?
Bikepacking Pace Guide: How Many Miles Per Day?
How to Plan Your Own Bikepacking Route on America’s Public Land
Where the Pavement Ends: Tips to Transition from Road Touring to Bikepacking
Bikepacking Food Guide: Fill Your Stomach Without Filling Up Your Bike Bags
Bikepacking: Your Complete Guide to Off-Pavement Bicycle Travel
Flying With a Bicycle as Checked Luggage: Tips for an Easy and Affordable Trip
Gear and Packing
In-Depth Review: Old Man Mountain Divide Rack (900 Rugged Miles in Central Asia)
In-Depth Review: Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Tent (2000+ Miles of Bikepacking)
In-Depth Review: REI Co-op Link Panniers (900 Rugged Miles in Central Asia)
Jones Loop H-Bar vs. Surly Moloko: Side by Side Handlebar Comparison
Selle Italia Diva Gel Superflow Bike Saddle: In-Depth Review After 1600+ Miles
In-Depth Review: kLite Qube Dynamo Tail Light
In-Depth Review and Tips: kLite Gravel ULTRA V2 Dynamo Light + Charging System
Introducing My Chumba Stella Ti Mountain Bike: 1300 Mile Bikepacking Review
Bikepacking With A Backpack: Convenient Cargo Carrier or Pain in the Neck?
GPS Navigation Devices for Bikepacking: Side-by-Side Comparison
Bikepacking Dry Bags For Every Purpose and Budget
Drop Bars on Mountain Bikes: How & Why (or Why Not)
Pearl Izumi X-Alp Canyon Review: The Perfect SPD Bikepacking Shoe?
My Great Divide Bikepacking Gear List: What Worked & What Didn’t
PNW Coast Handlebars: A Bikepacker’s Review
Comfortable Bike Saddles for Women: 7 Models to Consider
Bikepacking for Small and Short People: Bikes, Bags, and Tips
Brooks B17 Saddles: What’s the Real Difference Between Standard, Short, and Carved?
12 Budget-Friendly Bikepacking Seat Bags
How to Keep Electronics Charged While Bikepacking
Packing for Bikepacking: What Goes Where, and How to Make it Fit
My Favorite Bikepacking and Touring Gear – A Peek Into My Garage
Panniers vs. Bikepacking Bags: How to Choose?
9 Ways to Carry Water While Bikepacking
5 Ways to Carry A Tent While Bikepacking
Best Water Filters and Purifiers for Bikepacking or Cycle Touring
Creative Gear Ideas for Bikepacking on a Budget
Gear Reviews
In-Depth Review: Old Man Mountain Divide Rack (900 Rugged Miles in Central Asia)
In-Depth Review: REI Co-op Link Panniers (900 Rugged Miles in Central Asia)
In-Depth Review: kLite Qube Dynamo Tail Light
In-Depth Review and Tips: kLite Gravel ULTRA V2 Dynamo Light + Charging System
Garmin eTrex 22x Long Term Review – Bikepacking Navigation
Pearl Izumi X-Alp Canyon Review: The Perfect SPD Bikepacking Shoe?
PNW Coast Handlebars: A Bikepacker’s Review
Gear Review: RockBros Bikepacking Handlebar Bag After 1000+ Miles
Gear Review: RockBros Bikepacking Saddle Bag – Read Before You Buy
Gear Review: Moosetreks Full Frame Bag after 4500+ Miles
Review: Big Sky Soul 1P Tent – Four Years of Bikepacking, Backpacking, & Travel
On the Road / Trail
Preventing Theft While Bikepacking & Touring: Sleep or Shop Worry-Free
Bikepacking Tips for Rough Terrain, From a Lousy Mountain Biker
11 Real-Life Mechanical Disasters From My Bike Trips (And Lessons Learned)
6 Counterintuitive Tips for Bicycling Safely In Traffic
Tips for Bicycle Touring Abroad
Where to Sleep While Bicycling Across America
Bikepacking: Your Complete Guide to Off-Pavement Bicycle Travel
Bike Seat Pain: An Awkwardly Comprehensive Guide For Women
Bikes and Parts
Best Rigid Mountain Bike Forks: Side-by-Side Comparison and Buyer’s Guide
Best Bike for Bikepacking? How to Choose Based on Your Riding Goals (Visual Guide)
Explaining 1x Drivetrains for Bikepacking (+ My Experience Switching From 2x)
Naming Your Bike: Ideas to Suit Any Pedal-Powered Personality
Introducing My Chumba Stella Ti Mountain Bike: 1300 Mile Bikepacking Review
Bikepacking on a Hardtail: Best Bikes + Tips for Gear and Riding
Bikepacking on a Gravel Bike: Everything You Need to Know
