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Bikepacking in Western America
Idaho Panhandle Ramble Deep cuts into forests and river valleys. Coeur d Alene is an interesting and peculiar "western" town. Explore the history of…
started by Lucien · last reply by Brainbow Feb 14, 2025
6 replies219 views
Good Winter/Southern Rides?
Hey all. I'm in Colorado and looking to go south for a ride soon when the weather gets bad. Any recommendations? Arizona, maybe New Mexico (not sure…
started by focogravel · last reply by A_SingleSpeeder Dec 17, 2024
1 replies152 views
Looking for advice on small tent.
My go to tent for backpacking and bikepacking is the I chose the Durston double-wall sil-poly version X-Mid 1.Love it!
started by Xenophon · last reply by BCbear Mar 4, 2024
15 replies1,057 views
Gravel bike loaded with luggage - Travel
See, e.g., https://theradavist.com/2024-affordable-gravel-bikes/ Any of these that come with a decent set of cargo mounts - including triple mounts…
started by Jule · last reply by Scubaman Dec 31, 2023
7 replies746 views
Another Newb - Two Bike Options (for now)
Old Man Mountain’s new Axle Pack ( https://oldmanmountain.com/product/axle-pack-3/ ) is the only way I’d consider attaching cargo to a carbon fork…
started by TimmyR · last reply by Scubaman Nov 26, 2023
1 replies929 views
fun video with Matteo Pistono before the Stagecoach 400
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_da2-O8dWY
started by spinergypaul · last reply by spinergypaul Mar 24, 2022
0 replies452 views
Bikepacking Pictures
Here is my simple set up for an overnighter. I could use this for another day easily.
started by frontrangegravel · last reply by Noonievut May 31, 2021
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Otso Waheela C vs. Salsa Cutthroat
I purchased a Waheela C in early March 2021. Where are you getting your reach numbers from? I compared the two using https://bikeinsights.com and…
started by trailrunners · last reply by SolitudeSports Apr 24, 2021
2 replies594 views
Katy Trail as an out and back
We have re-evaluated the trip distance after riding 30 miles of gravel with our son. We decided to only ride the trail one way because of the lower…
started by Alex_C · last reply by Alex_C Apr 15, 2021
4 replies282 views
Recommendations
I will send you my route once I do it just so I can also send you some tips too and you can keep it for next time 👍🏼 That’s what I will look at 100%
started by BG2021 · last reply by BG2021 Mar 1, 2021
4 replies164 views
North Carolina ideas
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31947985 This is a beautiful area with lots of gravel, camping, and local beer.
started by Papa · last reply by digivon Feb 15, 2021
5 replies259 views
Basketpacking
I ended up skipping a basket for my bikepacking setup this season and just used a compression sack strapped to my bars with cammed straps. It worked…
started by Peruvian · last reply by Peruvian Oct 28, 2020
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Dry bags for Revelate Designs Harness?
I use a Revelate Designs Pronghorn with the medium drybag, plus the RD Egress Pocket, with a 44mm Salsa Cowchipper drop bar. All that works together…
started by epzamora · last reply by Scubaman Mar 18, 2020
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Looking for advice: pedals+shoes combo for 1000km+ gravel/trail adventures
I agree with going with flat pedals, I've been using Xspedo flats for a year now and love them, but there are many choices out there. As for shoes, I…
started by acezard · last reply by Lefty52 Jan 23, 2020
6 replies550 views
2 days in the Finger Lakes NY.
I've ridden roads and gravel in that area and it is very nice. I'm surprised they managed to get in less than 100ft/mile in total ascent!
started by chas · last reply by clarksonxc Oct 5, 2019
1 replies186 views
Gifted RLT steel/gearing
26-42 x 11-32 is a great setup for a dirt touring bike. The extra weight of touring gear affects you more when climbing that on the flats so it makes…
started by JWilcox · last reply by drwelby Jan 31, 2019
3 replies243 views
Small handlebar bag that doesn't interfere with GPS or headlight?
Thanks everyone! I've found there is a near-dizzying array of choices when it comes to bar bags and storage options these days. The Ornot was on my…
started by epzamora · last reply by epzamora Jan 4, 2019
11 replies2,157 views
Bikepacking news
We are going to finish testing the new South Motion bags. Coming soon... http://www.southmotion.eu
started by south motion · last reply by south motion Oct 7, 2018
0 replies155 views
Bike Packing in Morocco
david_ve wrote: looks a bit more like a deluxe version! but it's a great start, manageble. if u know what josh is doing otherwise. but the follow up…
started by bobknh · last reply by bobknh May 16, 2018
2 replies276 views
bikepacking commuter rack
Thanks for your replies Bigcow101 and ReverendWrong. Zman
started by Zurichman · last reply by Zurichman Apr 29, 2018
5 replies271 views