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Bailing on the Tour Divide (Bikepacking in Montana)
5 Sep 9 Logan Watts / videoChris Wilson and his riding partner Rob had to face a tough decision and bail on their Tour Divide ride this year. But with train tickets in hand, the two made some adaptations and traveled from their home in Vancouver to Whitefish for a weeklong trip in the wilds of Montana. Watch the lovely video Chris made about their trip here…
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Marion Dziwnik Wins the Women’s 2021 Badlands
4 Sep 8 Logan Watts / newsCongratulations to Marion Dziwnik, who just became the first rider in the women’s category to cross the finish line of the 2021 BADLANDS race deep in the Sierra Nevada mountains of southern Spain. Learn more about her ride here…
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Support Pisgah or Sierra Trails and Win this Surly Sierra Trail Chaser
9 Sep 8 Logan Watts / newsSupport trail repair efforts in Western North Carolina or Northern California and you could win one of two custom “Sierra Nevada Trail Chaser” Surly Stragglers with components from PAUL, Industry Nine, White Industries, CampAndGoSlow, King Cage, and DingoBags…
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Giro Announces Latch Flat Pedal Shoes
13 Sep 8 Logan Watts / newsGiro just added a fresh high-performance trail flat pedal shoe to their lineup. The Giro Latch features a new vibration dampening Mute midsole and an all-new tread compound and design they claim offers better grip and durability. Find details here…
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The Beagle Ultra-low Drivetrain (video)
8 Sep 7 Logan Watts / newsLooking for a really low granny gear? Seth over at Berm Peak just created the ultra-low “Beagle” drivetrain…
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Evolv PRIDE x RISE Rebel Approach Shoe
1 Sep 7 Logan Watts / newsEvolv and Rise Brewing just released the limited edition “Love is Love” -themed Rebel approach shoe that looks like it might be bike touring friendly…
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This Surly “Karate Jumper” is Bananas
10 Sep 6 Logan Watts / newsCustom built by Commuter Cycles in Melbourne, Australia, this Surly Karate Monkey is modeled after an old Stumpjumper and has some really nice details…
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Day One of the 2021 BADLANDS
2 Sep 6 Logan Watts / newsRiders in the 2021 BADLANDS have been moving fast in the first day and a half of the race. Find a brief update on the event and a beautiful photo gallery from the first 36 hours here…
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Alistair Brownlee walks through his 2021 BADLANDS Rig
5 Sep 5 Logan Watts / newsFollowing our rigs roundup, Olympic athlete Alistair Brownlee posted a video documenting the Scott gravel bike he’s currently riding in this years BADLANDS race…
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How to Follow the 2021 Badlands and What to Look For
5 Sep 4 Logan Watts / newsWith nearly 265 riders and several recognizable figures participating, the second edition of the BADLANDS race in southern Spain should be a good one to watch. Find out about the route, the sections, and who all is involved here…
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The Mysteries of Saint Anthony (Video)
1 Sep 3 Logan Watts / videoIn the latest episode of Kitsbow’s “36 Hours” series, filmmaker Emily Zebel captures a warm and intimate reflection on a bikepacking trip with her daughter to explore their new backyard in the old Saint Anthony’s Wilderness, just north of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Watch it here and find a map of the route…
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Rigs of the 2021 Badlands
37 Sep 3 Logan Watts / bikesThe 2021 BADLANDS kicks off in southern Spain this weekend and follows some of the most remote and challenging terrain in Europe. We’re excited to share a collection of nearly 70 rigs that’ll be taking on this year’s course. Find a massive gallery of photos and details on each bike and its rider here…