Gramm Tourpacking just opened a short pre-order window for custom Berlin-made Handlebar Rolls, and buyers can purchase one in a dizzying array of more than 40 colors and fabrics through May 5th. Learn more about the Gramm Handlebar Roll and its clever quick-release attachment system here… The post Pre-Orders Open for Custom Gramm Handlebar Rolls appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

With Chiang Mai's smoky season in full swing and the air pollution score soaring, Sam Rice escaped to southern Thailand aboard his Curve GMX+ in search of long gravel roads, coconut trees, and clean air. In this review, he shares his thoughts on Curve's new Carbon Walmer Bar. Find his impressions following three months of riding here… The post Curve Carbon Walmer Review: Supple and Strong appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

Restrap just launched a feature-rich hydration vest aimed squarely at bikepackers and self-sufficient riders. Find the scoop on the Restrap Race Hydration Vest here. Plus, see details about The North Race challenge, a callout to ride as far north as you can from Restrap's headquarters in 24 hours... The post Restrap Race Hydration Vest and The North Race Challenge appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

We caught up with David Turner to discuss the past, present, and future of mountain bike technology and took a look at a fresh titanium fork and two brand-new bike models Turner Bicycles launched at this year’s Sea Otter Classic. “Come for the titanium fork and stay for the beautiful dropouts.” Find it all here... The post 30 Years of Turner Bicycles (2024 Sea Otter) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

Kona has grown an impassioned fanbase and a cult-like following throughout its nearly four decades of operation. But with the brand hanging in the balance and facing an uncertain future, we’re paying homage to a mainstay many of us have ridden and loved for years. Find our tribute to a brand we hope will endure and a gallery of our favorite Konas from across the site here… The post A Tribute to Kona Bikes appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

The Five Ten Trailcross CL Shoes are clip-in mountain bike shoes optimized for equal comfort on and off the bike. After a year of bikepacking, including two week-long scouting trips in the US, countless trail rides, and too much hike-a-bike, Miles reports on what might be his new favorite clipless mountain bike shoe yet. Find his Five Ten Trailcross CL Shoes review here... The post Five Ten Trailcross CL Shoes Review: The Benefits of Hiking appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

Following several days spent roving around the grounds of this year's Sea Otter Classic in search of interesting bikes, Logan shares six more of his favorites. Find photos and the stories behind two fresh Ritcheys, the Ti Omnium that Erik Binggeser pedaled more than 20,000 miles last year, and a pair of sublimely capable rigs from Sage here... The post Bikes of Sea Otter (Part 2): Ritchey, Truemarmalade’s Omnium, and Sage appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

From the minds and quirky beach trailer of Hudski Bikes comes a brand-new bike that's an evolutionary sequel to the Doggler. Read on for details about the Hudski Dualist, an interesting, do-it-all aluminum ATB featuring adjustable front/rear axle placement, added tire clearance, and a few clever upgrades to the acclaimed platform... The post Introducing the Hudski Dualist (Sea Otter Classic) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

In Esker Cycles' latest video, they meet up with the crew at Transit Cycles in Tucson, Arizona, for a little mid-week bikepacking adventure. Learn more about the Bitesized Bikepacking series and watch the four-minute video here... The post Bitesized Bikepacking with Transit Cycles: Tucson, Arizona (Video) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more

After a quick bus ride to escape the city, Marcus of the Probably Riding YouTube channel recently went on a dreamy overnight bikepacking trip that harmoniously blended culture and nature along Korea's east coast. He put together a video recap with charming narration and scenes from the country's beautiful beaches and mountains. Watch it here... The post Bikepacking Korea’s East Coast (Video) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com ..read more