High Velocity Research II: In the Name of Science!
The second annual High Velocity Research brought together tinkerers and hobby framebuilders who transformed piles of scrap metal into one-of-a-kind bikes made to take on a series of wacky challenges. Find a report from the event in Dresden, Germany, plus a full gallery of unexpected creations and scenes from the…

The 29+ Fluent Frameworks Dead Sailor is a Single-Speed Showstopper
Built for the rugged trails of Canada's East Coast, the Fluent Frameworks Dead Sailor is a rigid 29+ single-speed mountain bike that recently caught our attention on Instagram. Read about the bike's backstory and find detailed shots of this one-of-a-kind, sea-inspired wonder here...

Bikepacking Mongolia’s Khangai Traverse on a Mini Velo (video)
In this pair of videos, Julley heads into Mongolia's remote Khangai Mountains on a mini velo, where isolation, challenging conditions, and the kindness of strangers make for an unforgettable journey. Watch the first two episodes of their unconventional bikepacking adventure here...

R Uinta This?
Photos by Mark Johnston This route links forest roads, doubletrack, and singletrack along rivers and streams, crossing the forests, aspen groves, and high-alpine meadows of the Uinta Mountains, one of […]

Pre-Orders Open for RatKing Chull: A Cycle Truck with a Frame-Mounted Cargo Platform
• Sometimes, it takes a specific push for makers to start offering a new product, and in the case of Smith Levi of RatKing Frames, it took becoming a father to really think about offering a cycle truck.
• Gas prices being what they are certainly helped, too.”
• Smith explains that the geometry is designed specifically around a loaded front platform, with a short overall wheelbase and steering intended to remain controlled and intuitive under load.

The Trash Panda ATTB Is Available for Pre-Order
• It was one of the standout bikes of 2026 and is now available for pre-order…
• The Trash Panda ATTB (All Terrain Touring Bike) is a collaboration between Klink Cycles and Liminal Machine Works.
• So, they teamed up to make their dream come to life, and it became the Trash Panda ATTB.

Reader’s Rig: Andis’s Curve Kevin
• Get to know Andis, read his story of launching his own wheel-building brand, and find details on his custom-built Curve here…
• Front bags: Ortlieb Fork Pack set, Ortlieb Handlebar Accessory bag in H-Bar loop
• Out back, I streamlined the rear rack to a single titanium strut running to an upper chainstay bridge combined with a rear mudguard mount; I freed up frame rack eyelets to build a custom dual-bottle bracket directly behind the saddle.

There Be Habs and Dragons in Brycheiniog: Bikepacking Wales
• Plus, read on for a deep dive into her retro-styled Brother Cycles Pinecone, complete with a “vibes shifter” and splatter paintwork, befitting this old-school mountain biking adventure…
• A bwlch is a gap or a mountain col, and for good reason, it appears in many a Welsh place name.
• Situated within easy reach of both Bristol and Wales’s capital Cardiff too, the Brecon Beacons National Park—since renamed Bannau Brycheiniog—was our go-to stomping ground.

The Outer Shell QR Tote Has a Quick-Release Magnetic Base
• At first glance, the new QR Tote from Outer Shell in California looks identical to the Everyday Tote Lucas reviewed a few years ago.
• Like the Everyday Tote, the QR Tote has a large top-opening zippered closure, exterior pockets, and a generous 10-liter capacity, but the underside of the bag changes everything.
• The Outer Shell QR Tote weighs two pounds (907 grams) with the mounting plate, is 11-18″ wide, 14″ tall, and 6″ deep, and costs $350 USD.

Bikepacking Chile: Ruta de las Vicunas (Video)
• Clotaire Mandel is currently eight years into an impressive bikepacking trip around the world and has been sharing stunning video updates from his travels.
• The latest episode features his time in northern Chile riding the Ruta de las Vicuñas, a 182-mile (293-kilometer) off-road route that links three swathes of protected land: Lauca National Park, the Reserva Nacional Las Vicuñas, and Isluga National Park.
• I was advised to rinse my mouth with salt water.

COROS DURA 2 SOLAR Review: Big Upgrade, Bigger Price
• Today, we’re looking at a new head unit, the COROS DURA 2 SOLAR.
• That said, COROS says the panel is 17% larger and 25% more efficient, giving this unit the same battery life as the DURA.
• Like the newer Wahoo head units, the DURA 2 SOLAR now has a bell, which you activate by double-tapping anywhere on the screen.

Second Growth (Video)
• The Oregon Timber Trail is a rugged 688-mile race that spans the entire state.
• Alex Schultz won this year’s edition, and as a member of the Old Man Mountain Experimental Bikepacking team, a camera crew documented his race win and created a 30-minute video about his effort.
• The Old Man Mountain team had their own struggles trying to document the journey, and this blog post shares more about the effort required to capture Alex’s winning ride.

Geoffrey Wong Completes AZTR and Singlespeed Triple Crown Challenge
• Find photos and a reflection from Geoffrey here, including why he describes the AZTR as the final boss of bikepacking races…
• What felt like a relentless series of obstacles on top of an already difficult course, the Arizona Trail Race was truly the final boss of bikepacking races.
• What started as a joke among a few other riders I met on the 2025 Tour Divide, the Triple Crown became a conversation.

Pre-Orders Open for Pinion-Equipped Viral Wanderer 32”
• Learn more about the Wanderer 32″ and find pre-order details here…
• The latest Viral release takes everything Steve learned about the Wanderer and tweaks it to work better with 32″ wheels.
• As for sizes, Viral also decided to make the Wanderer 32″ only in V4 and V5 (L and XL), while keeping the 29” wheel versions of both for those who still want them.

New 32-Inch Carbon XC Wheels from Reserve
• Reserve Wheels, originally developed by Santa Cruz Bicycles, is the latest brand to offer a 32-inch wheel.
• Previously available only in 29-inch, the Reserve 30 XC carbon wheels are now available in 32-inch.
• Described as “modern and race-ready,” the Reserve 30 XC wheels feature a 28-spoke count, a 30mm inner width, a 19mm rim depth, and a recommended tire width of 2.0″ to 2.4″.

Inside South City Stitchworks: Made in St. Louis
• Louis, Missouri, Nic stopped by the small, eclectic South City Stitchworks shop.
• As one of the more unique bag makers to make a big splash in the last few years, Nic was curious to learn how founder Zach Smith and his brand got started.
• After meeting through the city’s bike scene, Zach’s rise to prominence as a bag maker let him split the space and eventually take it over when Matt moved to a new location this past summer.

Updated Jones Titanium Framesets and Custom Build Slots
If you've been dreaming of a beautiful titanium Jones bike, now's the time. Jones just updated all their LWB and SWB titanium framesets with UDH dropouts and new brake specs, and they've also opened a limited number of slots for their Custom Select program. Learn more here...

The OMM Axle Pack V2 Is Lighter and Has a New Look
Old Man Mountain has updated its Axle Pack for the first time since its initial release. The brand claims the system is now 20 percent lighter and more aesthetically pleasing than the original. Find out more about this update below…

The Rene Herse Indiana Pass Tires Are 32″ Semi-Slicks
The Rene Herse Indiana Pass Tires are a new semi-slick offering from the Seattle-based brand and a first foray into the 32″ size. Inspired by Meaghan Hackinen’s 2026 Tour Divide win, the tires are built for speed. Check out all the details below…