Bikepacking on a Hardtail: Everything You Need to Know
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.
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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.
How to Prevent Bike 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.
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.
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.
6 Bear Hang Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
We all know it’s important to hang our food in bear country, but it’s not as simple as it sounds. Avoid these bear hang mistakes to keep your food, the bears, and future hikers safe.
11 Real-Life Mechanical Disasters From My Bike Trips (And Lessons Learned)
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.
How to Find Riding Companions for Bikepacking and Touring
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.
Bikepacking Dry Bags For Every Purpose and Budget
Dry bags are an infinitely useful and versatile item of bikepacking gear. Here’s how to choose which type, size, and model works best for your bikepacking setup.
Interview: Bikepacker and Geologist Katy McGuire On the Western Wildlands
Katy shares her stories, learnings, and geological observations from 2700+ solo miles bikepacking the Western Wildlands Route and other scenic parts of Utah.
Bikepacking Checklist: Gear and Packing, Logistics, and Bike Prep
Excited to go bikepacking but don’t want to forget something important? This bikepacking checklist covers gear and packing, logistics and planning, and bike maintenance.
Interview with Eleanor Moseman: Biking Central Asia and China, Endurance Racing, and the Importance of Connection
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.
Hike a Bike: The Art and Science (for Bikepackers)
Bikepackers: Next time you’re facing steep climbs or rough trail, here’s how to turn hike-a-bike into your secret weapon.
Drop Bars on Mountain Bikes: How & Why (or Why Not)
Intrigued by the latest buzz about mountain bikes with drop bars? Whether shopping or converting, here’s everything you need to know.
4 Types of Bikepacking Problems and How to Manage Them
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.
Pearl Izumi X-Alp Canyon Review: The Ideal SPD Bikepacking Shoe?
Long-distance bikepacking demands a lot from a shoe. Here’s how the X-Alp Canyon from Pearl Izumi has held up.
My Great Divide Bikepacking Gear List: What Worked & What Didn’t
Dreaming about the GDMBR but not sure what gear you need? Here’s my touring-pace gear list to help you get started.
Ultra-Endurance Bikepack Racing for Beginners and Slower Cyclists
The fringe sport of ultra-endurance bikepack racing is growing, and you don’t have to be super fast or experienced to get in on the adventure.
Canada: Bikepacking The Great Divide #5 – Notes, Pics, & Tips
Finishing a northbound ride on the beautiful Canada section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
Montana: Bikepacking The Great Divide #4 – Notes, Pics, & Tips
Mountains, wildfires, open plains, and endless forests on the Montana section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.
