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A 700km bikepacking trip after the hardest year of my life
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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...
Best Gravel Bike Shorts For Adventure, Touring and Bikepacking
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Best Gravel Bike Shorts For Adventure, Touring and Bikepacking

Codey OrgillFebruary 3, 2023August 23, 2024
Updated: 21st August 2024 Looking for the perfect gravel bike shorts for your off-road escapades? Whether you're a casual weekend rider or a serious gravel enthusiast, finding the right gear...
The Ultimate Guide to Handlebar Bags for Epic Bike Adventures
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The Ultimate Guide to Handlebar Bags for Epic Bike Adventures

Codey OrgillJanuary 21, 2023March 17, 2024
Updated: 17th March 2024 Dive into the wild world of handlebar bags! Whether you're navigating the endless choices in size, style, or how they cling to your bike, the quest...
Bikepacking Aero Bars : Why Use them? Handlebar Bags with Aero Bars!
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Bikepacking Aero Bars : Why Use them? Handlebar Bags with Aero Bars!

Codey OrgillJanuary 11, 2023September 19, 2023
Aero Bars are gaining popularity in ultra racing events, and bikepackers are seeing the use in them for longer distance adventures. When I hear of aero bars I often think...
Best Bikepacking Saddles And Bicycle Touring Seats
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Best Bikepacking Saddles And Bicycle Touring Seats

Codey OrgillJanuary 1, 2023July 30, 2025
Updated: 30th July 2025 Before diving into the best saddles for bikepacking and bicycle touring available in 2025, let's cover the fundamentals of bike saddle comfort and understand what elements...
Best Bikepacking Shoes For Your Next Adventure!
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Best Bikepacking Shoes For Your Next Adventure!

Codey OrgillJanuary 1, 2023August 3, 2025
Updated: 3rd August 2025 Choosing the right bikepacking shoes can make or break your multi-day adventure. Whether you're tackling technical singletrack, grinding gravel roads, or hiking your loaded bike up...
Ultimate List Of Bikepacking Gravel Bikes – Gravel Bike For Bikepacking
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Ultimate List Of Bikepacking Gravel Bikes – Gravel Bike For Bikepacking

Codey OrgillMarch 7, 2021July 20, 2025
Updated: 17th March 2024 Is a gravel bike the go-to steed for bikepacking adventures? Well, in the grand scheme of things, you could embark on a bikepacking journey with practically...

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About Cycle Travel Overload

Hello, I’m Codey!

Since childhood, bicycles have been more than just transportation—they’ve been a source of inspiration, a creative outlet, and a defining part of who I am. Cycling is my joy, my freedom, and my way of connecting with the world. Deep down, I know it’s my destiny to ride bikes for life. Join me as I share this journey with you.

At Cycle Travel Overload, our mission is simple: to inspire and guide you in discovering the joy of exploring the world on two wheels. Whether you’re planning your first bikepacking trip or looking for your next adventure, we’re here to help. Learn more.

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