Tag Archives: Bikepacking

Gas station food and tips for the Tour Divide and long bikepacking races.

Posted on March 16, 2024 by ss29er

This one has been a long time coming… finally had a chance to gather some thoughts on efficient resupply for big multi-day bikepacking races and rides. Thank goodness we don’t have to eat like this all the time and I … Continue reading →

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Colorado Trail: Copper Mountain to Breckenridge = A Drone’s Eye View

Posted on November 22, 2021 by ss29er

Here’s a glimpse at a super fun, albeit tough section of the Colorado Trail… Section 7 starts at Copper Mountain Ski Area and quickly climbs up the TenMile Range and drop over to the Breckenridge side to the parking lot … Continue reading →

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Full Kit & Clothing UNPACKED: JayP’s Tour Divide Winning Setup

Posted on August 17, 2021 by ss29er

I recently posted a bike check video for JayP’s TD winning Rodeo Labs Flaanimal. This is the follow-up and goes through every single piece of clothing and gear he carried with him along the 2,500 mile journey along the Great … Continue reading →

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Ask The Pros: Fixing Sticky Zippers on Bikepacking Bags

Posted on December 1, 2020 by ss29er

Zippers are the weak point on pretty much all bikepacking bags, but nobody really talks about them. I finally decided to devote a video to often overlooked zipper maintenance. I chatted with eight of the best bag makers out there … Continue reading →

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I Think He’s Got the Bug: Caleb’s 1st Bikepacking Adventure

Posted on November 30, 2020 by ss29er

If you haven’t noticed, I get stoked on stoking others out on riding bikes. One of my biggest joys in life, actually. Rarely ever do I get the chance to take a “never-ever” out on their first bikepacking adventure. So… … Continue reading →

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Reflecting on the Smoke N Fire 420 Bikepacking Race – A Video Blog

Posted on October 10, 2020 by ss29er

A few of weeks ago, I decided to take a crack at the Smoke N Fire 420 bikepacking race. In the Covid-era, it’s one of the few bikepacking events that didn’t have the Grand Depart cancelled… although it was staggered, … Continue reading →

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Weighing and Unpacking my Fully Loaded Tour Divide Bikepacking Rig = Man it’s heavy.

Posted on September 26, 2020 by ss29er

I’ve been looking forward to making this video for a while! I love to geek out on all the bikepacking gear and prep, and I’ve been super curious what the whole setup weighs once it’s locked and loaded. Many people … Continue reading →

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Self-Supported Through Ride of LA’s Backbone Trail

Posted on December 3, 2019 by ss29er

“Few places in this world are more dangerous than home.  Fear not, therefore, to try the mountain passes.  They will kill care, save you from deadly apathy, set you free, and call forth every faculty into vigorous, enthusiastic action.” – … Continue reading →

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Ode to the Kokopelli – A Fun Overnight Bikepacking Adventure

Posted on May 9, 2019 by ss29er

Mama let me take the Subaru!  Throw Dolphina on the rack.  Don’t stop for $5 gas in Benton.  Don’t run over hookers in Tonopah.  Entertainment options?   Caedmon’s Call cd, financial freedom podcasts, Greatest Showman soundtrack, UFC news updates, sporadic/static infused … Continue reading →

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Ride Report: Through Riding AZ’s Black Canyon Trail

Posted on April 14, 2019 by ss29er

Spring has sprung, and so has the appetite to explore!  Taking the girls to visit the grandparents and the Grand Canyon was the perfect excuse to slip in an all day adventure at the last minute.  The Black Canyon Trail … Continue reading →

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