For folks who had participated in two or more of the Pan Celtic Race Series, the organizers put on a final event called Magnum Opus, where riders would tackle a 1,000-mile route on the way to the 2024 Ultra. Watch the 50-minute film made by Friction Collective here...

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For Allen Boardman's latest bikepacking trip, he rode a modified five-day version of The Wildcat route in the Scottish Highlands in search of solitude and a stop at one of the UK's most remote pubs. Find a write-up and photos from Allen and watch the video he made from the trip here...

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The second annual Slow Coast event brought together 50 riders for a fun-filled bikepacking weekender linking the Sunshine Coast, Vancouver Island, and the Discovery Islands. After some pondering, Miles wonders where the event fits between a group bikepacking ride and a guided trip and whether it should be considered bikepacking at all. Find his reflection centered around these questions with photos here…

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Björn Reschabek's new film, TÖLT, follows Mirjam Kuhn and Katharina Kruse on a bikepacking trip around Iceland that turned out very differently than expected. It's a story of friendship, trust, and solidarity, capturing the country's distinctive beauty from all angles. Find a short reflection from Katharina and watch the full film here...

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This summer, a group of friends met in Dresden with the task of building a bike from scrap parts within two months and then ‘racing’ it in three short events in the forest. The idea was to create a more punk rock gathering ahead of Bespoked, inspired by the English Bike Hack Derby. Find a recap of the inaugural High Velocity Research Trash Metal Framebuilding Competition and loads of photos here...

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As part of a 10,000-kilometer journey around North and Central America, Turkish bikepacker Serkan Yildiz pieced together an off-road track connecting some of our existing routes through Utah's iconic landscapes. In this piece, he shares the story of scouting it out and learning a few lessons along the way...

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"Trans Al-Andalus: Bikepacking Through Centuries" follows Adam Pawlikiewicz and Leo Brasil on a 2,200-kilometer bikepacking journey across seven centuries on a ride that's part cultural pilgrimage, part heat-baked endurance test, tracing Toledo and Granada’s layered history while bridging Europe and Africa on two wheels. Watch it here...

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Pilgrimage, not podiums. Le Pilgrimage trades finish times for shared meals, tough stages, and the stories riders carry home—Galibier-level grit by day, long-table camaraderie by night. Meet the “Pilgrims,” hear why community beats competition, and feel how a hard ride becomes a lasting tale.

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Matt Westfall of the Wax Tracks YouTube channel recently got out to ride the Idaho Panhandle Ramble, enjoying the 320-mile bikepacking route over six days. Watch the 18-minute video and read a short reflection from his ride here...

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Riding is all about movement, but on a recent getaway, Lucas discovered a fresh appreciation for the simple joys of coming to a complete stop. In this short piece, he recounts an enchanting break spent basking in the company of ravens, wildflowers, nighthawks, and golden evening light. Read it here...

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The MADE show is back for its third year, dishing up three days of stunning handmade bicycles, bike culture, and more, in Portland, Oregon. The event opens to the public today, and we’re launching into our coverage with a roundup of six gorgeous bicycles from Rare Earth Cycle Craft, Monē Bikes, Moots, and Bantam Cycles here…

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The fourth and final episode of Belén Castelló's "Cycling Northern Vietnam" series finds her pedaling her last few hundred kilometers and reflecting on the many lessons and beautiful moments from her first big solo bikepacking trip. Watch it here...

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In "Fellow Rovers," Jeremy Nolan tells the story of a bikepacking getaway with his dad and reflects on what the short but unforgettable journey meant to both of them. Read his heartfelt tale of midnight animal encounters, punchy climbs, and bonding over a new shared experience here...

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After reading “The Rough-Stuff Fellowship Archive” from Isola Press, Nic had a long, hard think about what the kinds of adventures depicted mean to him. Featuring images from the earliest days of off-road riding, the book provided fertile ground for Nic to analyze how modern cycling is presented, its impact on the development and progression of the industry, and more. He asks one simple question: Has marketing ruined bikes? Dive in below to find out…

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Short on time and seeking a logistically easy bikepacking getaway, this spring, Izzy Wedderburn and a friend hopped on a quick ferry ride from England to France for a few days of pedaling along the Petite Tour de Manche route. In this piece, Izzy offers a reminder that even a small trip has the potential to be a big adventure. Read it here...

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With many big wins and an unwaveringly positive spirit, Lithuanian ultra-distance racer Justinas Leveika is a beloved figure in the bikepacking world. While pedaling alongside him at a handful of events, Ryan Le Garrec stitched together an eclectic interview from the saddle that helps unearth some of Justinas' history, motivations, and ambitions. Read it with photos here...

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Our latest installment of Rider's Lens introduces Chilean photographer Pablo Selman, who presents a selection of film and digital images documenting his new home in Colorado and his South American roots. Read Pablo's story of learning to shoot from the saddle, flip through his printed photobooks, and learn about his way of seeing the world here...

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"Life in the Mid Pack" is a Tour Divide documentary from ultra-cyclist and videographer Josh Reid. Taking a vlog-style view of his time riding the iconic 2,700-mile race, it’s a who's who of this year’s Tour Divide. Featuring cameos from JJJJustin, Lael Wilcox, Andrew Onermaa, and many more, this well-shot documentary is a must-see...

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David Lamb's latest video documents his recent solo ride along the rugged and remote Northern Blues and Wallowa Gravel Loop in Washington. Find an encyclopedic look at his 465-mile bikepacking journey in the 37-minute video here...

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In this Rider's Lens, we meet freelance illustrator and Freehub Magazine gear editor Cy Whitling, who shares a creative and captivating selection of analog and digital work. Read about Cy's unconventional path, learn his guiding philosophy for a life well lived, and see a sampling of his art here...

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With nearly eight years of products, improvements, and iterations, Wizard Works has come a long way. Started as a means to provide bags for themselves, founders Harry and Ve have long since had a dream of making their fun and fabulous bags waterproof. Now, after years of exploring the realities of what it takes to do so, they're here. In Nic's Wizard Works shop visit, he dives into the story behind their long, strange journey to aquatic impermeability…

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When was the last time you left your phone behind on a bikepacking trip? Ryzon Off Grid is a unique event that challenges riders to do precisely that. Tristan Bogaard was at the 2025 edition, and in this piece, he reflects on the experience of navigating from Cologne to Amsterdam over four days using only road signs, landmarks, and local knowledge. Find out how he fared here...

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Following a year of solo overnighters close to home, Belén Castelló recently embarked on her first big bikepacking getaway alone. Her new "Cycling Northern Vietnam" series introduces her journey and reveals her experience of pedaling around Vietnam by herself. Watch the first episode here...

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