The Badlands is a non-stop, unsupported gravel challenge along the edge of Europe that follows a rugged 820-kilometer loop through Southern Spain. Ahead of Sunday's grand depart, we’re sharing a massive roundup with nearly 90 rigs that will be out on the course. Explore the gallery with details on each bike here… The post Rigs of the 2025 Badlands appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
In the latest edition of our Bikes and Builders of MADE series, we speak to Daren Beenen of Woodpecker Cycle Co., go deep with Julian from Brûlé bikes, oogle at the GHOOOST x SimWorks bike, and so much more. Dig into all the details of these incredible creations in Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 Part 4 down below... The post Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 (Part 4) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The 2025 MADE Bike Show wrapped up on Sunday, but our coverage is far from over; we’ll be rolling out highlights all week long! In our latest video, we spotlight seven standout bicycles, including a telescoping adjustable chainstay design from Brûlé, a stunning raw steel build from Hot Salad, a trout-inspired creation from Mosaic, and plenty more... The post MADE 2025 on Video (Part 4): Mosaic, Hot Salad, Sycip, Brule, Eagleton, and San Util appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
In our third installment of Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025, we dive into the specifics of a custom Tour Divide Ti bike, fresh bags from Velo Orange, two amazing builds from La Marche, and so much more. See it all here... The post Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 (Part 3) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The 2025 MADE Bike Show keeps dishing up stunning handmade bicycles, bike culture, and more, in Portland, Oregon. In our latest video, we round up seven more stunning bicycles, including a wild integrated-truss bike from Slow Southern Steel, a full-suspension bike from Sanitas, and a new twin-top-tube klunker from Wilde. Watch it here... The post MADE 2025 on Video (Part 3): La Marche, Significant Other, Santa Cruz, and More… appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Our second installment of Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 highlights some of the most exciting and noteworthy bikes of this year's show. Featuring a triple dose of Slow Southern Steel, a beautiful townie from Hot Salad, and MADE-specific bike jewelry from YellowBird Thread Works, dive in to all of the delectable details below... The post Bikes and Builders of MADE 2025 (Part 2) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The 2025 MADE bike show opened to the public yesterday, featuring a vivid array of creative new bikes, builds, and more. Among the sea of fresh work was the 32-inch wheel standard, which appeared on several stunning bikes at the show. Learn more about the 32-inch platform, read up on its history, and take a closer look at 32-inch bikes from BTCHN' Bikes, Falconer Cycles, and Neuhaus here... The post 32-Inch Bikes: The Future and Past at MADE 2025 appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The MADE show returns for its third year in Portland, Oregon, bringing three days packed with mezmerizing handmade bicycles, bike culture, and more. With doors opening to the public today, we’re kicking off our "MADE 2025 on Video" coverage with part one: a showcase of five standout builds from Rare Earth Cycle Craft, Monē Bikes, Moots, and Tumbleweed. Watch it here... The post MADE 2025 on Video (Part 1): Moots, Donkelope, Rare Earth, Mone, and Tumbleweed appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Out of the 250 racers at the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race, there are just a handful of singlespeeders. Get to know five of them here...| BIKEPACKING.com
During this year's MADE bike show, we thought it would be fun to highlight a selection of intriguing attendee bikes, so we set up outside the bike valet area and collected rider and rig portraits and details from nearly 40 people. Read on to explore the incredibly diverse Rigs of the 2025 MADE Bike Show: Attendee Edition... The post Rigs of the 2025 MADE Bike Show: Attendee Edition appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Inspiration Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Following yesterday's roundup of 60 rigs, part two of the Rigs of the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race features another 70 rigs that will set out this morning on the 1,954-kilometer route across Kyrgyzstan. Find key details and photos for all of them here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race (Part Two) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The seventh edition of the Silk Road Mountain Race follows a 1,954-kilometer off-road route through some of the wildest and most beautiful areas of Kyrgyzstan. Just in time for Friday's grand depart, we're excited to share the Rigs of the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race. With an overwhelming number of submissions, we split this year's rig submissions into two parts. Explore the first 60 rigs here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Silk Road Mountain Race (Part One) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Having developed a strong connection with Hudski Bikes’ flagship model over the last four years, Miles was thrilled to hear that a sequel to the Doggler was on the way: the Hudski Dualist. Curious to see how this unique aluminum do-it-all bike compares to the Doggler, he put it through its paces over the past few months to figure out if it’s the ultimate ATB or if there’s still room for improvement. Find his Hudski Dualist review here... The post Hudski Dualist Review: Joy Machine appea...| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The 2025 Colorado Trail Race follows a challenging 540-mile route winding through the picturesque Rocky Mountains between Durango and Denver. For the fifth year in a row, we gathered details on more than 40 loaded rigs that will be out tackling the trail. Explore the full collection here… The post Rigs of the 2025 Colorado Trail Race appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Updating our original Surly Bridge Club review six years after it was first published, we're revisiting the enduring budget-friendly platform to see how its promise of versatility has withstood the test of time. Find Cass and Neil's two-in-one video and written review of the Bridge club as it takes on commuting, camping, dirt touring, and everything in between... The post Surly Bridge Club Review: Versatility and Inclusivity appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
With a deceptively compact stance that masks unmatched versatility and capability, the Swiss-designed Monopole Cargo Bike is a head-turning hauler with more than a few tricks up its sleeve. After three seasons of commuting, gravel riding, and bikepacking around Colorado on one, Lucas shares his feedback in this long-term Monopole Cargo Bike review. Dive in here... The post MONoPOLE Cargo Bike Review: Outside the Box appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The all-new Norco Search Carbon is a gravel bike with a little extra backbone. Find our full Norco Search review and ride impressions here…| BIKEPACKING.com
Ahead of tomorrow's third annual grand depart, we rounded up loaded bike photos and details for around half of the 50 riders lining up to take on the 2025 Dark Divide, a 300-mile bikepacking race through the Pacific Northwest featuring brutal climbs, ripping descents, and tons of hike-a-bike. Browse our full collection of Rigs of the 2025 Dark Divide here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Dark Divide appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The Stooge MK7 isn’t a radical departure from the MK6, but a thoughtful evolution—made taller-rider-friendly, more bikepacking-capable, and still every bit as fun and playful as its predecessor. With (slightly) updated geometry, expanded sizing, and a new fork that adds capability and character, it’s the most complete Stooge yet. Find Logan’s thoughts on the latest in the Stooge lineage that’s nostalgic and modern all at once… The post Stooge MK7 Review: Familiar Fairy Dust appear...| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Read our full Cotic BFe review to see why the 7th generation model might be one of the most balanced and capable hardtails Logan has tested…| BIKEPACKING.com
After almost a year, two different frames, three events, and a few thousand miles, Nic finally sat down to pen his thoughts on Velo Orange’s new gravel bike. Featuring sliding dropouts, an aluminum alloy frame, and clearance for large tires, this moderately priced off-roader delivers more than first meets the eye. Read his Velo Orange Chessie review here… The post Velo Orange Chessie Review: Formless Figure appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Visiting Richmond, Virginia, for Mountain Cat, Nic made a short but impactful pit stop at Haute Bikes, a joint venture by Stephen Wood and Wilson Hale that promises big things. With an in-house machinist and promising space to grow in the industrial section of the bike-crazed coastal city, Wilson Hale's Mountain Cat XL winning Haute Streak is just a taste of what the small brand is capable of… The post Wilson Hale and his Mountain Cat XL-Winning Haute Streak appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Designed to defy easy categorization, the Wondercross Wanderer is an adventure-focused titanium gravel bike built for all-out adaptability. Sam Rice spent two months testing the bike across a massive array of terrain in New Zealand and Australia, putting its do-it-all claims firmly to the test. Read on for his full review… The post Wondercross Wanderer Review: People, Roads, Gravel, Trails appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Canyon's latest bike is a full-on love letter to bikepacking. Read our Canyon Grizl Escape ECLIPS review here...| BIKEPACKING.com
After we published our Rigs of the 2025 Tour Divide, Neil dug into the submissions, uncovering the essential details and trends to reveal a clearer picture of the bikes and gear used in this year’s event. In this piece, we break down the data and highlight some interesting findings, including where folks are from, what bikes, tires, drivetrains, gearing, and cargo setups they’re running, and much more. Dive in here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Tour Divide Stats Analysis appeared first on ...| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The Breezer Radar X Pro is a steel drop-bar gravel bike with big tire clearance, plenty of mounting points, and a dependable build kit, all for $2,000. Does its unique geometry and fit complement its impressive list of features, or is it holding it back? Read on for Miles' review with thoughts on where it falls between a gravel and drop-bar mountain bike… The post Breezer Radar X Pro Review: Big Shoes appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Carrying on from yesterday's massive roundup of over 90 flat-bar rigs, part two of the 2025 Rigs of the Tour Divide features more than 70 drop-bar rigs that will set out this morning on the 2,700-mile route between Banff, Alberta, and Antelope Wells, New Mexico. Find key details and photos on all of them here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Tour Divide (Part Two): Drop-Bar Bikes appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Just in time for tomorrow’s grand depart, we’re thrilled to present the Rigs of the 2025 Tour Divide, starting with over 90 flat-bar bikes...| BIKEPACKING.com
French illustrator Timothé Girard is on an eight-month bikepacking journey around his home country to meet and document nearly 100 artisans who make bikes, bags, components, and more. Learn about his trip and his lovely custom tourer from Jolie Rouge Cycles in our latest installment of Rider and Rig here... The post Timothe Girard’s Jolie Rouge and the Tour of Artisans appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
With nearly two decades of history, the Kona Hei Hei has established its reputation as a well-rounded full-suspension mountain bike. New for 2025, the tenth-generation Hei Hei has been redesigned from the ground up with more progressive geometry, increased travel, and nine mounts inside the main triangle. Find Miles' 2025 Kona Hei Hei review here after several months of day rides and loaded bikepacking trips in the province where Kona was born... The post 2025 Kona Hei Hei Review: Tenth Time...| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Following a 1,350-kilometer off-road route across Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro, the 2025 Trans Balkan Race set off this morning with nearly 160 riders participating. With help from the organizers and photographer Giuliano Koren, we gathered details on 50 loaded race setups. Explore the rigs of the 2025 Trans Balkan Race here… The post Rigs of the 2025 Trans Balkan Race appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
After an exciting comeback two years ago, the Grand Loop has returned for 2025, offering a stunning 365-mile route that connects the Tabeguache, Kokopelli, and Paradox trails in Southwest Colorado and Utah. There are over 60 riders registered for this year's grand depart, and with the help of the organizers and riders, we gathered rider and rig details for more than 50 of them. Dig in here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Grand Loop appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The twelfth annual Highland Trail 550 (HT550) event in Scotland starts tomorrow morning, dishing up 550 miles of technical singletrack, stunning scenery, quiet dirt roads, and what looks to be an unsurprisingly wet year. For the fourth year in a row, we've gathered details on over 30 race rigs participating in this year's grand depart, featuring bag and gear highlights for each. Check them all out here... The post Rigs of the 2025 Highland Trail 550 (HT550) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The titanium Viral Wanderer is an adventure-focused drop-bar bike built around a Pinion Smart.Shift system. Neil spent several months testing one on off-road rides around Colorado to determine if this uniquely comfortable, durable, and low-maintenance rig could be a true "forever bike." Find out in his video and written Viral Wanderer review here... The post Viral Wanderer Review: A Forever Drop-Bar Bike? appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Just in time for tomorrow’s grand depart, we gathered details for over 40 race rigs taking on the 2025 Pinyons and Pines event in Arizona...| BIKEPACKING.com
Gazing beyond the infinite ocean of bikes and brands at the annual Sea Otter Classic expo, the creations by local framebuilder Jarod Bourdeau from Seaside, California, are always a highlight of our coverage. Find details and an extensive photo gallery of six bikes made by Bourdeau Cycles in this look back at last month's show here... The post Bourdeau Cycles and AMG: Small Builder, Big Bikes appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Our third and final Bikes and Builders roundup from the 2025 Bespoked Manchester show highlights a custom mini velo from Ted James, a tall bike from Tomo Bikes, a collapsible cargo bike, a dreamy rigid MTB inspired by the '90s, and much more. Find it all here... The post Bikes and Builders of 2025 Bespoked Manchester (Part 3) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Featuring an XC prototype from Alonukis, full-suspension bikes from Ballern and Creature, bags from Wizard Works, and much more, the second installment of our bikes and builders of 2025 Bespoked Manchester series is one you won't want to miss. See it all here... The post Bikes and Builders of 2025 Bespoked Manchester (Part 2) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Featuring a high-performance baker's mini-velo, a "production" frame from BTR Fabrications' newly launched Rat Bikes, an upcoming hardtail from Singular, and much more, dive into Nic's first roundup of lovely bikes and talented builders from the 2025 Bespoked Manchester show here... The post Bikes and Builders of 2025 Bespoked Manchester (Part 1) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Commencing our 2025 Bespoked Manchester show coverage, Nic catches up with Konstantin of Drust Cycles in Berlin for an in-depth look at a pair of his bikes. Check out Drust's show-stopping mini-wheeled tandem and an intriguing production prototype that features much more than first meets the eye here... The post A Double Dose of Drust Cycles at 2025 Bespoked Manchester appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The Bikes of Bike Camp 2025 highlights the best and coolest bikes Nic got to document at the inaugural edition of the event...| BIKEPACKING.com
The Spearfish has been Salsa’s XC-focused bike for more than a decade, and today, they launch the fourth iteration, an all-new short-travel full-suspension platform with adventure at its core. Neil's been pedaling the redesigned 2025 Salsa Spearfish C for a couple months for this full review...| BIKEPACKING.com
We're rolling into our special Reader's Rig Week with a detailed look at Wisconsin Waterfalls Loop creator Dave Schlabowske's purpose-built Omnium Cargo V3 dogpacking rig. Get to know Dave, his furry riding companion Cowboy, and their latest custom adventure wagon here... The post Reader’s Rig: Dave’s Omnium Cargo V3 Dogpacker appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The 2025 Stagecoach 400 starts this morning in Idyllwild, California, following a 400-mile loop on doubletrack, sandy desert roads, technical singletrack, and urban bike paths. Find our roundup of more than 30 loaded race rigs here, featuring bag and gear highlights for each… The post Rigs of the 2025 Stagecoach 400 appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Dig into our massive collection of over 90 loaded race rigs taking on the 2025 Doom event, featuring bag and gear highlights for each...| BIKEPACKING.com
Following a week of pedaling around France's spectacular Vosges Mountains, find our first-ride Tout Terrain Outback Xplore II review here...| BIKEPACKING.com
While many products are defined using skill-based designations like “entry-level” or “advanced,” mountain bikes rarely follow this approach. However, after testing the Bird Forge on his home trails and in Oaxaca’s challenging Sierra Norte, Logan describes it as something of an “advanced” model with a steeper learning curve than most. Read on to find out why in his full review of this unique hardtail... The post Bird Forge Review appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Informed by a decade of custom framebuilding, the Tall Tale is Sklar’s first production hardtail mountain bike. With its distinctive swoopy top tube, room for 29 x 2.6” tires, size-specific fork travel ranging from 130mm to 150mm, and durable Chromoly steel frame, Miles was curious to see if it could be the ultimate do-it-all trail and bikepacking rig. Find his Sklar Tall Tale review after months of trail riding around British Columbia and a week-long bikepacking trip in New Mexico here...| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Our second race rig roundup of the year highlights the world's longest-running winter ultramarathon, the iconic Iditarod Trail Invitational in Alaska. Find details on over 30 riders and rigs planning to tackle the 350 or 1,000-mile 2025 Iditarod Trail Invitational here… The post Rigs of the 2025 Iditarod Trail Invitational appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
We're rolling out this year's "Rigs of" series with a massive collection of bikes taking on the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race in Morocco, a 1,300-kilometer unsupported bikepacking race from Marrakesh to the Atlantic coast. Check out our gallery of more than 120 rigs of the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race here, featuring bag and gear highlights for each… The post Rigs of the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
After largely avoiding suspension's siren song, a recent move to North Carolina prompted Nic to bite the bullet and take on a hardtail. With most of his experience being atop aggressive, fat-tire gravel bikes, Ritchey's P-29er allowed Nic to explore his pre-conceived notion of suspension and modern cross-country geometry. Read his Ritchey P-29er review and reflections on his foray into the genre here... The post Ritchey P-29er Review: Rowdy Logic appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
After several months aboard the latest Stooge Scrambler, which is comically the third Stooge he’s tested, Logan weighs in on the “Adventure Stooge” to see how it compares to the MK6 and the Dirt Tracker. Find out how it sizes up in his full Stooge Scrambler review here, complete with plenty of photos, specs, and details… The post Stooge Scrambler Review: Third Course appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Does its unique five-pivot (!?) suspension design make the Revel Rascal a more versatile trail bike than most others in its class and a better climber than many XC-oriented bikes? Neil shares his thoughts on the latest version in his full review here... The post Revel Rascal Review appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
For his Budget Bikepacking Build-Off, Logan takes a black chrome 1988 Schwinn High Sierra, decks it out with DIY racks and bags, and loads it up with a kit that includes a self-made camp kitchen with a DIY spork. Find a detailed write-up on his sub-$500 kit, complete with details and a full gallery of photos from a shakedown overnighter here… The post Budget Bikepacking Build-Off: Logan’s 1988 Schwinn High Sierra appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
The latest installment in our Budget Bikepacking Build-Off series features Virginia’s 1994 Schwinn Moab, a creative take on assembling a complete bikepacking setup and camping kit for under $500. Find all the details about her build, photos from a chilly proof-of-concept overnighter in Pisgah National Forest, and practical, budget-friendly tips that aspiring bikepackers are sure to find useful here… The post Budget Bikepacking Build-Off: Virginia’s 1994 Schwinn Moab appeared first on BI...| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Is steel the perfect frame material for an efficient, dedicated gravel bike? Neil got ahold of the new Otso Warakin steel to find out. Find his in-depth Otso Warakin review here after two months and 350 miles aboard this chromoly beauty, including an overnighter and several big adventure rides to test its mettle... The post Otso Warakin Review: Steel Gravel Bike for the Win appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.| Bikepacking Bikes Archives - BIKEPACKING.com
Find our Specialized Chisel review and learn how it bucks industry trends as an excellent bike for progression-minded folks here...| BIKEPACKING.com
Later this month, Allan Shaw will be setting out on the fifth Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan aboard his new Omnium Cargo V3IR...| BIKEPACKING.com
In our Esker Lorax Ti review, we compare it to other drop-bar mountain bikes and share its unique characteristics, value, and more...| BIKEPACKING.com
The 13 best drop-bar MTBs, ranked based on votes from our team of editors here at BIKEPACKING.com. Find it all here...| BIKEPACKING.com
We're pleased to present the Rigs of the 2024 Tour Divide, our largest rig roundup yet! Find part one with more than 80 flat-bar rigs here...| BIKEPACKING.com
In this Rider and Rig, we meet Justin McKinley, who shares his singlespeed 2009 Moots Mooto X YBB ahead of the 2024 Tour Divide...| BIKEPACKING.com
In this Rider and Rig, we introduce Spanish bikepacker and photographer Humbert Campins and his 1990s Trek Mountain Track in Morocco...| BIKEPACKING.com
For a proper Esker Hayduke LVS review, we tested it in multiple permutations, as a gravel bike, a trail ripper, a cargo-carrying rig, and more| BIKEPACKING.com
Long after taking her Hayduke on the inaugural Baja Divide Grand Depart, Emma Bucke shares a more recent reinvention of the bike...| BIKEPACKING.com
Rider & Rig is a series of photographic features, each telling the story of a bikepacker and his or her unique bikepacking rig, kit, gear list, and passions…| BIKEPACKING.com
In this feature edition of Reader's Rig, we introduce Paulo LaBerge and his Esker Hayduke Titanium. Take a deep dive here...| BIKEPACKING.com
The 2023 Esker Hayduke was announced, improving the brand’s tried and true steel bikepacking hardtail. Find our first look here...| BIKEPACKING.com
The Tumbleweed Stargazer Ti is a titanium version of the revered steel drop-bar dirt-touring bike of the same name. Details and review here| BIKEPACKING.com