Codey Orgill, Author at Cycle Travel Overload

Bike Reviews

Polygon Tambora G8X Review – A Gravel Bike for Fast Adventures!

Codey OrgillAugust 1, 2025August 4, 2025

After 6 months of intensive testing, commuting, and international adventures Update: August 2025 Dreams really do come true! After years of riding steel touring bikes, I finally got my hands...

Drop Bar MTB

Drop Bar Mountain Bikes – Everything You MUST Know

Codey OrgillJuly 22, 2025July 22, 2025

Honestly really love drop bar mountain bikes. They have to be one of the most versatile bike choices for bikepacking. What do you think? Have you ridden a “drop bar...

Gravel Grinding

Gravel Bike Vs Drop Bar Mountain Bike

Codey OrgillJuly 22, 2025

What really is the difference between the two? Is it just marketing hype? Maybe you are new to the gravel scene and haven't even heard of a drop bar mountain...

All Bikes Bike vs Bike

Kona Sutra Vs Salsa Fargo – 2025 Drop Bar Mountain Bike Battle!

Codey OrgillJuly 21, 2025July 22, 2025

Updated: 22nd July 2025 The drop bar mountain bike battle! (What's the difference between a gravel bike and drop bar MTB?) Which bike out of the two is the best?...

Bikepacking Destinations

A 700km bikepacking trip after the hardest year of my life

Codey OrgillApril 29, 2025April 29, 2025

I decided to take on a spontaneous bikepacking trip across South China, riding 700km in 5 days toward the Vietnam border before my visa expired! From navigating the busy streets...

Bike Reviews

Salsa Marrakesh Vs Surly Disc Trucker

Codey OrgillMay 14, 2024August 12, 2025

The Surly and Salsa Touring bike battle! Well which bike is best? We are going to compare these two iconic touring bikes side by side and see what the difference...

All Bikes Bike vs Bike

Salsa Cutthroat Vs Kona Libre

Codey OrgillMay 14, 2024August 12, 2025

Updated: August 12, 2025 The ultimate gravel bike showdown is here! The Salsa Cutthroat C GRX 610 1x vs Kona Libre CR represents two distinct philosophies in premium gravel bike...

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Top Convertible Backpack Panniers for Cyclists in 2025

Codey OrgillMay 14, 2024July 28, 2025

Last updated: 28th July 2025 For cyclists who seamlessly transition between riding and walking, convertible backpack panniers represent the perfect fusion of functionality and versatility. These innovative bags eliminate the...

All Bikes Gravel

Gravel Bikes Are NOT 90’s Mountain Bikes! Here’s Why!

Codey OrgillApril 14, 2024July 22, 2025

The 1990s witnessed a significant transformation in cycling, propelling mountain biking from obscurity to mainstream popularity. The first mountain bike World Championships were held in Colorado in 1990, and by...

Bike Reviews

Giant Revolt vs Cannondale Topstone 2025: Which Gravel Bike Should You Get?

Codey OrgillApril 12, 2024August 12, 2025

Updated: 12th August 2025 The big brand gravel bike battle continues! Cannondale vs Giant! The big kids on the block who have been around forever. Which gravel bike is best?...

Bicycle Touring Commuting

Best Rear Bike Rack For Touring & Commuting

Codey OrgillApril 5, 2024August 9, 2025

Are you planning an epic long-distance bike tour or looking for the perfect rear rack to carry your daily commuting gear? The right rear bike rack can make or break...

Components Gear Reviews

Race Face Chester Review & Buyers Guide – The Best Gravel Bike Flat Pedals?

Codey OrgillApril 5, 2024August 1, 2025

Are you after some value pedals for your next bike adventure? Considered MTB medals I have been currently using these on my gravel/adventure bike and they have been working wonders....

Inspiration

11 Really Cool Bikepacking Bag Setups! Inspiration For Your Next Trip!

Codey OrgillApril 5, 2024July 12, 2025

In this post I wanted to share some really cool Bikepacking setups and inspire you to see what is possible with bikepacking. As I was getting into bikepacking it seemed...

Apparel Gear Reviews

Best Gravel Bike Clothing for 2025: Functional Apparel for Adventurers

Codey OrgillApril 5, 2024March 22, 2025

Updated: 22 March 2025 The rise of gravel biking in recent years has paved the way for an entire wave of innovation—not just in the bikes themselves but in the...

Bicycle Touring Cycle Travel Gear

Best Touring Bike Kickstands & Everything You Need To Know

Codey OrgillApril 5, 2024

Are you after a kickstand for your fully loaded touring bike? If you are like me you would think that they are a great idea. From my personal experience anyway....

Gear Reviews

Butterfly Handlebars! 7,500+ KM Trekking Bars Review

Codey OrgillApril 5, 2024April 5, 2024

Have you seen those strange looking handlebars on some bikes? Yes they may not look aesthetically appealing, but they offer comfort, and a range of hand positions. I am going...

All Bikes Featured Posts (Most Popular) Gravel

Best Flat Bar Gravel Bikes in 2025 – Should You Get One?

Codey OrgillDecember 22, 2023July 22, 2025

Updated: 21 July 2025 The adventure cycling world is booming and sees more and more innovative updates of products. But is the idea of the flat bar gravel bike new?...

All Bikes Bicycle Touring Touring Bikes

Best Touring Bicycles For 2025

Codey OrgillDecember 17, 2023August 5, 2025

Your touring bike is one of the most important purchases you will make. Finding a bicycle that offers the perfect balance of comfort, durability, load-carrying capacity, and value for money...

Folding Bikes Recommendations

The World’s Lightest Folding Bikes 2025

Codey OrgillDecember 14, 2023August 2, 2025

Updated: 2nd August 2025 Folding bikes have revolutionized urban mobility, offering unmatched convenience for commuters, travelers, and city dwellers alike. As the technology continues to advance, manufacturers are pushing the...

All Bikes Bike vs Bike

Giant Revolt vs Specialized Diverge – Comparing the Difference!

Codey OrgillSeptember 26, 2023March 18, 2025

We are going to compare these two iconic bikes side by side and see what the difference is between each. The ultimate all-rounder gravel Bike battle! Which bike is best?...

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Giant Talon vs Trek Marlin – Comparing the Difference!

Codey OrgillSeptember 25, 2023December 15, 2023

The Giant and Trek Mountain Bike battle! Which bike is best? Let’s compare these popular budget cross-country mountain bikes and see which one comes out on top. We are going...

Bikepacking Guides Plan Your Adventure

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Chainring Sizes: Everything You Need to Know

Codey OrgillSeptember 19, 2023August 3, 2025

Updated: 3rd August 2025 So you want a larger or maybe smaller sized chainring? Whether you're looking to tackle those rather steep hills easier or optimize your bike for different...

All Bikes Bike vs Bike

Why the Midnight Special is BETTER than the Surly Straggler

Codey OrgillSeptember 19, 2023July 12, 2025

Updated: 18th March 2025 The Surly gravel bike battle! Which bike is best? We are going to compare these two iconic gravel bikes side by side and see what the...

All Bikes Featured Posts (Most Popular) Gravel

Mastering The Art of Gravel Bike Tire Pressure

Codey OrgillSeptember 19, 2023January 7, 2025

Updated: 6th February 2024 Since coming from a roadie background this is a lesson I had to learn when making the transition to more supple tires. Typically road bike tires...

Components Featured Posts (Most Popular) Gear Reviews

Ultimate Guide to Swept Back Handlebars: The Most Comfortable MTB Handlebars!

Codey OrgillSeptember 19, 2023July 12, 2025

Last updated: May 14, 2025 Are you on the hunt for some swept-back handlebars? Handlebars that let you sit more upright and ride in greater comfort? This article covers some...

Components Gear Reviews

Time Atac XC 8 Review – Carbon Mountain Bike Pedals

Codey OrgillSeptember 18, 2023August 1, 2025

So are you after some of the best and lightest weight mountain bike pedals? I have been recently testing out the Time Atac XC 8 pedals and in comparison to...

All Bikes Gravel Recommendations

Everything You MUST Know About Gravel Bikes For Touring and Bikepacking

Codey OrgillSeptember 18, 2023August 5, 2025

Updated: 5th August 2025 The question of whether gravel bikes are suitable for longer bicycle tours receives a definitive yes. However, before you invest in a gravel bike for touring,...

Accessories Bikepacking Guides Gear Reviews Plan Your Adventure

How To Mount A Bike Rack Without Eyelets

Codey OrgillSeptember 18, 2023August 3, 2025

Updated: 3rd August 2025 If you're passionate about bike touring, commuting, or bikepacking but your bike lacks the traditional mounting eyelets, don't worry—you're not stuck without cargo-carrying options. Many modern...

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12 Best Front Bike Racks For Touring & Bikepacking

Codey OrgillSeptember 18, 2023July 19, 2025

Updated: 15th April 2024 Front racks come in myriad designs and are essential for both bicycle touring and bikepacking setups. While some purists argue that bikepacking eschews racks, modern designs...

Components Gear Reviews

Jones H Bar Alternatives

Codey OrgillSeptember 18, 2023November 29, 2023

Are you looking for some handlebars that are similar to Jone H Bar? But maybe looking for something a little less expensive and just want to see what other options...