How much training do you actually need for bikepacking?
Do you actually need to train or worry about fitness for a bikepacking trip? Yes and no – here’s my take.
Bikepacking Tips & Skills
How I Choose Wild Campsites: Stealthy Spots for Peaceful Nights
Choosing a wild campsite, your own little home for the night, can be fun and also a little stressful. Here’s how I approach the search.
Tips for Successful Bikepacking With Your Significant Other
Bikepacking as a couple can be a fantastic bonding experience, and also a relationship boot camp of sorts. Here are 12 tips my husband and I learned from our trips together.
Bikepacking Pace Calculator: How Long Will Your Route Take? (interactive tool)
How long will your bikepacking route take? Answer this important question for yourself with this bikepacking pace calculator that models your riding speed, route profile, time off the bike, and more.
9 Questions to Ask Your Bikepacking Buddies While Planning a Group Trip
Planning a bikepacking trip with old friends or new ones? Discuss these 9 topics first for a smoother ride.
Saddle Soreness: Emergency Reference Guide for Bikepackers (downloadable)
Saddle soreness can be a huge pain in the butt (and other personal places) for bikepackers! Bring this quick reference guide on your next ride for help preventing, diagnosing, and treating this common and unpleasant problem.
Wild Camping Cheat Sheet (Bikepacker’s Companion Quick Tips)
Quick downloadable tips to wild camp safely, responsibly, and comfortably while bikepacking in semi-remote places.
8 Trail Meal Mix-Ins for More Protein, Calories, and Nutrients
Mixing up some trail meals? Whether you DIY them or buy pre-made, add these key ingredients for more calories, protein, and micronutrients.
Mastering Mail Drops for Backpacking and Bikepacking
Mail drops are a handy way to resupply during a backpacking or bikepacking trip when you can’t get what you need from stores. Here’s how to plan, pack, and mail them (and why you shouldn’t overuse them).
Charging Electronics While Bikepacking: Power Banks, Battery-Saving Tips, Solar and Dynamo
Bikepackers are always hustling to keep our electronics charged in the middle of nowhere. This comprehensive guide covers battery-saving tricks, power banks and wall chargers, and fancy setups like solar and dynamo chargers.
Pitching a Tent in the Wind: Sanity-Saving Tips for Backpackers and Bikepackers
Windy night at the campsite? Here’s how to pitch a backpacking or bikepacking tent in the wind without collapsing poles, pulled stakes, or sleepless nights.
Bikepacking & Touring Abroad: Common Questions Answered
Bikepacking is an incredible way to experience a new country, its scenic beauty, and its culture. Don’t be intimidated! Here are answers to some common concerns about bike travel abroad.
Bike Camping: Simple Guide to Getting Started
Looking for a creative new way to adventure? Try bike camping! Here’s how to get started on your pedal-powered camping trip.
Tubeless Bike Tire Not Holding Air? Follow These Steps
Tubeless tire not holding air? Don’t despair! Here’s what to check first, from the easiest and simplest steps to the harder ones.
18 Bikepacking Tips and Tricks For a Smoother Ride
Bikepacking is a constant learning experience, which is part of what keeps it interesting. Here’s a sampler of my favorite bikepacking tips and tricks learned on the road and trail.
Bikepacking in the Rain: Tips for Riding and Camping in Soggy Conditions
Bikepacking in the rain is no one’s favorite thing, but these tips will help you stay safe and dry(ish) when the sky opens up while you’re riding or camping.
Traffic Safety for Bikepackers
Quiet roads and trails make for the best bikepacking, but sometimes riding with cars is unavoidable. Here’s what I do to improve my odds.
Hand Numbness or Weakness While Cycling? Try These Tips.
Struggling with numbness and pain in your hands from cycling? Don’t worry, this common problem has many fixes! Here’s what you need to know.
Bikepacking Navigation: Smartphone App or GPS Device, Which is Best?
Do you really need a GPS for bikepacking navigation, or can a smartphone app work just as well? It depends on your ride, and these pros and cons will help you choose.
How to Resupply During Your Bikepacking Trip
If your bikepacking trip is more than a few days long, you’ll need to resupply food and other consumables as you go. Here’s everything you need to know about resupplying on a bikepacking trip.
Lightweight Bikepacking: 9 Ways to Cut Weight Without Sacrificing Comfort
A lightweight bikepacking setup can help you feel stronger, happier, and more confident while riding. Here’s how to do it without giving up what matters.
Solo Bikepacking: Risks, Rewards, Words of Encouragement
Intrigued by solo bikepacking but unsure if you’re ready? Here are my thoughts on the solo experience and how to prepare for it.
Desert Bikepacking: Skills, Gear, Inspiration
The desert is an amazing environment for bikepacking, but it offers a few extra challenges too. Here’s what you need to know for a safe and enjoyable desert adventure.
