The Divide rack from Old Man Mountain is a strong and versatile rack that can mount to nearly any bike, even without rack eyelets (really!). This detailed review shares my experience with it during 900 miles in Central Asia.
The Jones Loop H-Bar and Surly Moloko are both popular “alt bars” offering loads of hand positions. Which one should you choose? Here’s a side-by-side comparison.
Part 1 of a dream bikepacking trip in Central Asia! This post covers southern Kazakhstan near Almaty between the Korday and Karkara border crossings with Kyrgyzstan.
Part 2 of our Central Asia bikepacking adventure, an epic ride in Kyrgyzstan on the Tian Shan Traverse.
Considering a 1x drivetrain for bikepacking but worried about gear range and spacing? Here’s how to think about 1x versus 2x and decide which best suits your riding style.
Hiker biker campsites are a cherished resource for self-powered travelers. Here’s where to find them, how to use them, and what to expect when you get there.
The Selle Italia Diva Gel Superflow saddle is a super popular women’s bike saddle. Here’s how it’s working for me after 1600+ miles of intense bikepacking.
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.
Saddle sores can be a major bummer, but if ultra-distance cyclists can prevent and treat them successfully, you can too!
From lightweight bike locks to simple clever tricks, here’s how to prevent bike theft and keep your gear safe while bikepacking or touring.
Curious about the kinds of mechanical issues that come up during 15,000 miles of bikepacking and touring? Here are twelve of my own bike repair disasters, how I fixed them, and what I learned.
Itching to hit the road and looking for company? Here’s where and how to find a riding companion for your next bikepacking trip or bicycle tour, and beyond.
How a long bike tour in Asia deepened Eleanor’s passion for the region, revealed her strength and her values, and eventually drew her to bikepack racing.
What could possibly go wrong on a bikepacking trip? Everything! Here’s how to embrace the art of problem solving on your next pedal-powered adventure.
Dreaming about the GDMBR but not sure what gear you need? Here’s my touring-pace gear list to help you get started.
Finishing a northbound ride on the beautiful Canada section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
Mountains, wildfires, open plains, and endless forests on the Montana section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
The Great Basin, Grand Tetons, and more on the Wyoming and Idaho sections of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
Mountains, resort towns, and more mountains on the Colorado section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
Desert, wide-open plains, and a surprising amount of rugged forest in the New Mexico section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
These comfortable bike seats for women will put the fun back in riding your bike if you’ve been suffering from saddle soreness.
Is your loaded bike making strange sounds in the middle of nowhere? Don’t panic! This guide to diagnosing bike noises was written with bikepackers and tourers in mind.
After 10 years and 74 countries, one of my bike traveling heroes shares her tips, hopes, and fears.
The Brooks B17 saddle is a classic for bike touring and bikepacking, but which model is right for you? Here are the differences between standard, short, and carved.
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