Author: Codey Orgill
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Best Ultralight Sleeping Pads – Bikepacking Camping Gear
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In this article we will be looking at some of the best options out there for sleeping pads. But they are not just any sleeping pad they need to be ultralight! The lighter the better, especially when we are considering bikepacking. Some of the most important attributes of gear is…
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Best Sleeping Bags & Quilts For Bikepacking and Touring
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When looking for a sleeping bag or quilt for bikepacking it is highly desired that it is lightweight and packs fairly small. As I am transitioning into a more minimalist bikepacking setup from a bike touring pannier setup. I have been wondering what are the best sleeping bags for bikepacking.…
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Ultimate Touring Bike Buyers Guide – What Makes A Touring Bike?
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Bicycle touring is one of the best ways to travel. The most important gear you should really think about is what bicycle you will be riding. If you want to do it the right way it is important to invest in the appropriate bicycle for your adventures. We are going…
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How long would it take to cycle around the world?
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So you have the ambition to get on your touring bike and cycle around the world? We are going to talk about how long you can expect a long journey like this to take. How long would it take to bike tour around the world? A minimum bike tour around…
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Best Mixte / Step-Through Frame Bikes For Light Touring & Bikepacking
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Are you after a step-through touring bike? These can be great for anyone who prefers to lower top tube heights and ease when it comes to getting on and off the bike. Back in the day these types of bikes were marketed to women. If you are a adventures lady…
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Giant Revolt 2 Review
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This Giant Revolt is a lightweight gravel bike that is built for gravel riding. I did some research and could not find exact numbers, however it weighs around the 10kg mark. Yes, you can go off-road adventuring on this bike. But right off the bat it must be mentioned that…
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All City Gorilla Monsoon Review
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The Gorilla Monsoon is a beast of a bike. Translated to “Monster Cross-bike’ the Monsoon is one of those bikes that allows you to take it pretty much anywhere, from road riding to bikepacking gnarly terrain. Basically a beefed up all rounder. According to All City this steed can do…
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Best Gravel Forks (Carbon, Steel, Suspension Gravel Forks)
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I have compiled what I believe are some of the best gravel forks on the market. There is a variety here. You get choices from steel to carbon and suspension forks, specifically for gravel bikes. So if you are looking for a more supple gravel fork for your bike you…
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Gravel Bikes Are NOT 90’s Mountain Bikes! Here’s Why!
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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 1996, mountain biking was recognized as an Olympic sport. Delving into this era’s history has been incredibly enlightening, especially since…