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On Five Wheels: Family Bikepacking in the Jura
15 Oct 14 Guest / plogWith their infant daughter in tow, Lucas Milliard and Clémentine Bourgues bikepacked a modified version of the Grande Traversée du Jura in France last year, savoring the sights and sounds of the charming region as a new family. Find a report from their unforgettable 11-day trip here…
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Rider’s Lens: Wojtek Buczek’s Photography
17 Oct 13 Guest / plogIn our latest installment of Rider’s Lens, we meet Polish photographer Wojtek Buczek, who shares a colorful array of images from Morocco and Poland and some thoughts on how the relaxed pace of riding and walking have helped him make more meaningful connections with his subjects and his craft. Find a gallery of Wojtek’s work here…
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The Gringo Primer: Pointers for Bikepacking Latin America
29 Oct 4 Guest / tipsFollowing a three-year trip from Mexico to Argentina with his Salvadoran partner, Jake Dacks put together this concise guide to help folks fill in some cultural and historical gaps before traveling through Latin America. Beyond the nuts and bolts of bikes and gear, these non-technical insights aim to help bikepackers have a more immersive experience in the region. Find the guide and further resources here…
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Thermal Crossover
9 Oct 3 Guest / plogSeeking a low-key getaway through the areas surrounding San Francisco, friends Ben Smith and Paul Kalifatidi took on the 160-mile Bay Area Triple Crossover bikepacking route. Calamity ensued before they’d even started pedaling. Find their highly entertaining tale of navigating skunks, nude beaches, and simple math here…
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My First Solo Overnighter (Video)
14 Oct 2 Guest / videoDespite having traveled around various corners of the world by bike throughout the past six years, Spanish bikepacker Belén Castelló had never set out on a multi-day ride without company. She recently changed that while in Kyrgyzstan, and she shares her experience of riding and camping alone in “My First Solo Overnighter.” Find the video and a beautiful set of images here…
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Cycling to Argentina EP13: Arrival in Mexico (Video)
0 Oct 2 Guest / videoThe 13th video installment of Greg McCahon and Ana Victoria Cedillo’s “Cycling to Argentina” series finds the duo wrapping up their time in the United States and entering Victoria’s home country of Mexico after nearly a year on the road. Watch it and catch up on past episodes here…
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Racing Hearts: An Arizona Trail Love Story
8 Sep 30 Guest / plogIn this short piece, Johnny Price shares the story of meeting his partner, Alexandera Houchin, through their shared love of the Arizona Trail Race. He also shines some light on the unique dynamics of competing alongside someone you care deeply about and offers a broader reflection on his appreciation for the spectacularly beautiful but equally demanding trail. Read it here…
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Cycling Around The World On a Tallbike: Episode 1 (Video)
1 Sep 27 Guest / newsAlex Sidney is currently riding his homemade tallbike around the world, and he’s been creating a series of videos along the way. The first episode covers his preparation for the journey and his travels between the UK and Germany. Watch Tallbike Tour Episode 1 and find an introduction from Alex here…
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Inner Odyssey: 1,000 Kilometers Across Kenya
28 Sep 25 Guest / plogOver the summer, Tara Weir completed the 1,000-kilometer Kenya Bike Odyssey, a bikepacking route that starts in Nairobi and takes riders on a tour of the East African country’s diverse landscapes and unique wildlife. In this report, she shares an honest reflection on the joys of experiencing a new country from the saddle and the unfortunate realities that solo women sometimes face while traveling. Read her story here…
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At the Speed of a Camel: A Self-Supported Stone King Rally
9 Sep 19 Guest / plogSet in the French and Italian Alps, the Stone King Rally is a six-day enduro stage race in which riders receive shuttle assistance to the top of timed descents. Intrigued by the event but wanting to do it her own way, Lee Craigie rode the route self-supported, bikepacking between stages and resupplying in small towns along the way. Find her story with additional photos from Camille McMillan here…
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Paris-Brest-Paris 2023: Saddlebags and Saddle Sores
19 Sep 18 Guest / plogFirst held in 1891, Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP) is a celebrated 1,200-kilometer randonneuring event that now takes place every four years and attracts more than 7,000 riders. Last month, a sleep-deprived Matthew Harding completed the 20th edition of PBP within the 90-hour limit, his second time across the finish line. Find his story paired with an immersive gallery of 35mm film frames from photographer Stefan Haehnel here…
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Colorado Smorgasbord: Nine Days on The New Colo
6 Sep 17 Guest / event-recapsThe New Colo is a self-supported, mixed-surface bikepacking adventure traversing a diverse and rugged ecosystem along the border of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico. Five riders started the 2023 edition, and just one rider finished the full 930-mile route. Find a recap from Bill Talley, the one and only finisher, here…