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Rider’s Lens: Framing Everyday Life with Ryutaro Nakamoto
22 Feb 22 Guest / plogIn our latest edition of Rider’s Lens, we introduce Ryutaro Nakamoto and his offbeat family photos from everyday life in Tokyo, Japan. Get to know Ryutaro and find a heartwarming selection of images from rides around the city and time at home with his partner and two young daughters here…
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Solo Winter Overnighter (Video)
7 Feb 21 Guest / videoBuoyed by the thrilling experience of her first solo overnight bikepacking trip in Kyrgyzstan last year, Belén Castelló set the goal of riding out for a night of camping alone during each season of 2024. Kicking off the winter, she spent a night in the snowy forests beyond Teruel, Spain. Watch her beautifully shot 10-minute video recap here…
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A New Year in Japan | On The Road Ep. 2 (Video)
4 Feb 20 Guest / videoThe second episode of Boru McCullagh’s “On The Road” series documenting his around-the-world bikepacking trip finds him on Japan’s largest island, experiencing the full brunt of highs and lows that accompany a long solo journey. Catch up on Boru’s ride in another inspiring and unpretentious 20-minute video from the road, and find a short written update from him here…
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“Women Who Ride” (From Across Andes 2023)
4 Feb 16 Guest / plogSammie Dubeau was one of more than 200 racers to line up for the Patagonia Verde edition of Across Andes last year. She put together a report from her time on the stunning 1,000-kilometer route and a broader reflection of the power of community and the women who inspire her. Find Sammie’s story and a gallery of photos from Chile here…
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Cycling Utah: An 800-Mile Bikepacking Journey From Dawn to Dusk (Video)
0 Feb 15 Guest / videoMick Turnbull’s latest video is a feast for the eyes that transports viewers to the otherworldly landscapes of Utah, compressing three weeks’ work of striking sights and sounds into a single “day.” Find the short video with a written introduction by Danielle O’Hara here…
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Nomadland: A Bikepacking Adventure in Mongolia (Video)
8 Feb 12 Guest / video“Nomadland” is a video from Ricard Calmet that takes viewers on a bikepacking journey through Mongolia’s serene mountains and painterly steppe. From feeling completely alone on remote tracks to being embraced by hospitable locals, their 1,800-kilometer ride was packed with unforgettable experiences. Find the 13-minute video with photos and a written perspective here…
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Joe Nation Sets New Tour Te Waipounamu Record
8 Feb 5 Guest / newsFresh off the Tour Te Waipounamu, a 1,300-kilometer bikepacking race traversing the length of New Zealand’s South Island, this year’s winner and new record holder, Joe Nation, shares a detailed look at how his ride played out. Find his story with photos by Rob Dawson here…
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A History of Bikepacking
37 Feb 1 Guest / storiesOriginally published in the 10th issue of The Bikepacking Journal, we’re proud to present an expanded version of “A History of Bikepacking” by Joe Cruz. This fascinating piece blends research and storytelling to trace the origins of bikepacking from the late 1800s to today and features a treasure trove of images and illustrations from across the years…
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Peaks and Plateaus: Bikepacking Utah (Video)
4 Jan 31 Guest / videoIn his latest video, Mick Turnbull takes on our Peaks & Plateaus bikepacking route in Utah, presented with rich cinematography that captures the region’s spectacular beauty. Find the nine-minute video alongside photos and a short trip report from Danielle O’Hara here…
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Running Late: An Improvised Journey on the VTXL
11 Jan 31 Guest / plogA little past prime riding season and with next to no planning, friends Jake Bleggi and Burke Collings took on the 300-mile VTXL bikepacking route, following their sense of adventure and trusting the trail to provide a unique New England experience. Read Jake’s story of their haphazard but ultimately rewarding journey here…
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Just to be With You: A Dad, a Daughter, and the Divide (Video)
7 Jan 30 Guest / videoAs a follow-up to the story we published last year, Flint Zeigler’s latest video captures his 2022 Great Divide Mountain Bike Route ride with his 13-year-old daughter Scarlet. Relive their inspiring journey in the 11-minute video here…
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Surfpacking the Canary Islands
7 Jan 26 Guest / plogSeeking a winter escape and an exciting new challenge, Henna Palosaari figured out how to haul her surfboard by bike and headed to Spain’s Canary Islands for two weeks of pedaling around in search of waves. Find Henna’s story of first-time surfpacking, insights on how she made it all work, and a dreamy gallery of photos here…