Gear Reviews
Dive into the world of bikepacking essentials with our comprehensive Gear Reviews. This section is all about the latest and greatest in bikepacking gear. Discover in-depth analyses, user experiences, and expert opinions on everything you need for your adventures. Whether you're a seasoned bikepacker or just starting out, these reviews will help you make informed decisions to gear up for your next journey.
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Best Gravel Bike Clothing for 2025: Functional Apparel for Adventurers
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 way riders dress…
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Butterfly Handlebars! 7,500+ KM Trekking Bars Review
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 to explain what…
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Best 22 Swept Back Handlebars – Most Comfortable MTB Handlebars
Are you looking for some swept-back handlebars? Some bicycle handlebars for sitting upright? This article includes some of the best options for the best posture and comfort on a bike. Especially if you…
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Bike Rear Rack Straps! Attaching Stuff To Your Bike
If you are bike touring you are going to eventually need to think about how you will be securing gear on the top of your rear rack. For me I have always just…
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14 Best Bikepacking Handlebar Harness and Mounts
Are you after a handlebar harness to house a dry bag? They are a trendy solution for handlebar bar bag storage. In an earlier blog post, I wrote about some of the best…
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Jones H Bar Alternatives
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 you can get?…
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12 Best Front Bike Racks For Touring & Bikepacking
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 from bike brands…
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How To Mount A Bike Rack Without Eyelets
Are you looking to get a bike rack for your bike, but it lacks the ability to accomodate the racks in the form of eyelets? All good touring bikes come standard with the…
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60 Best Gravel Bike Handlebars & Flared Drop Bars Compared 2023
For a while I have been using standard road bars on my Surly LHT that I have been building out. But as I got more and more interested in taking it out on…
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Best Aero Bars For Your Gravel Bike
Aero bars offer the ultimate solution to efficiency and aerodynamics while riding your gravel bike. Instead of going out and buying a super fast gravel bike, adding aero bars gives your bike a…
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11 Best Top Tube Bags For Bikepacking & Touring
Top Tube Bags are super useful! They are perfect for storing what ever you want. Adding some extra storage capabilities. Especially for bikepacking. If you don’t have a handlebar pack they work well…
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WTB Riddler Review – 2,500 KM On These Gravel Tires
Before heading off on a tour around the uk, I purchased some WTB Riddler 700 x 45c Light Fast Roll tires for my Surly Long Haul Trucker. I was previously running some standard…
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The Ultimate Guide to Handlebar Bags for Epic Bike Adventures
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 for the perfect…
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Touring On A Road Bike – Can You Put Panniers On A Road Bike?
Updated: 31st December 2023 Have you ever considered bike touring but feel held back because you only have a road bike? Or you want to use a road bike for all your commuting…
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Best Bike Touring and Bikepacking Handlebars – Everything You Need to Know
Updated: 30th December 2023 I find myself frequently changing handlebars with each new bike touring adventure. After experimenting with various types, I’ve developed a few favorites, yet I remain open to trying new…
