Category: Gear Reviews

  • Top 10 Cheap Bikepacking Bags – Bikepacking on a Budget

    Top 10 Cheap Bikepacking Bags – Bikepacking on a Budget

    Today, we are talking about cheap bikepacking bags that you can buy online today. For me it is important that just because these bags are cheap. They must be quality and waterproof. To withstand the test of time and wear out there on the trails. As bikepacking becomes more and…

  • Blackburn Outpost Frame Bag Review

    Blackburn Outpost Frame Bag Review

    About 3 months ago I was looking for a budget friendly bikepacking frame bag that I could use for my Surly Long Haul Trucker. Before getting this frame bag. I have never used a frame bag, but have always wanted to get one and make the most of the benefits…

  • WTB Riddler Review – 2,500 KM On These Gravel Tires

    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 Schwalbe Marathon touring tires. But this time I wanted some wilderness style tires as I am loving…

  • The Ultimate Guide to Handlebar Bags for Epic Bike Adventures

    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 handlebar bag is as varied as it is exciting. Venturing through the web jungle in search of…

  • Touring On A Road Bike – Can You Put Panniers On A Road Bike?

    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 needs? Well, you’re already on the right track. Some people wait for the perfect gear, but starting…

  • Best Bike Basket Racks And Baskets With Basket Bags For Bikepacking #BasketPacking

    Best Bike Basket Racks And Baskets With Basket Bags For Bikepacking #BasketPacking

    When it comes to bikepacking there a many different ways to go about packing. And that is one of the things I love most about it apart from the adventure. And that is the personally we give our bikes through the unique combination of bikepacking gear we put on our…

  • Ortlieb Back Roller Classic Review – 10,000+ Km, The Best Bike Panniers?

    Ortlieb Back Roller Classic Review – 10,000+ Km, The Best Bike Panniers?

    Ortlieb is an industry standard brand when it comes to bike touring. They make some quality leading products. For my first year of bike touring I made the mistake in not taking the plunge and investing in some of their quality panniers. Instead spending like $30 on a set of…

  • Best Bike Touring and Bikepacking Handlebars – Everything You Need to Know

    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 options. My top picks are the butterfly or trekking bar and flared drop bars, but remember, choosing…