The Breakdown There is no single “right” bikepacking bike — the best setup depends on your terrain, riding style, and budget. This guide breaks down the key bike types: full-suspension ...
Once you have a route picked out, you’ll likely need a way to navigate it. (If you haven’t picked a route, check out Chapters Two and Three of our Bikepacking Basics ...
Where to go is the first question when considering any cycling adventure. The answer will define nearly every aspect of your trip. But knowing how to come up with the ...
The Breakdown Choosing a bikepacking route is about more than drawing a line on a map — it’s about finding the right experience for you right now. This guide covers ...
The Breakdown Bikepacking is multi-day cycling focused on adventure, nature, and off-the-beaten-path exploration typically on gravel or dirt roads with minimalist, self-carried gear. There are three main styles: self-contained (you ...
The Breakdown Dispersed camping on USFS and BLM land — nearly 20% of the U.S. — lets you camp almost anywhere for free with no reservation. Key rules: stay 100 ...
As my wheels rolled along its roads, the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) offered constant reminders that I was not alone. I had come for this, in part, after ...
There’s a new trend brewing in bicycle travel. Of course, it’s nothing new to ride bikes on dirt, and adventurous people have been strapping camping gear to bikes since long ...
It’s impossible to be a spectator in Sudan, especially on a bicycle. The entire country welcomes you, invites you in for tea, and warmly demands to know where you came ...
I used to think that international bicycle travel was only for braver souls. I envied those who could pedal away from a foreign airport, self-sufficient on their loaded bikes, cheerfully ...
