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Alexis Cartier lives the ride-to-the-race ethos, but his races lie scattered across a continent rather than a city.

Although the 26-year-old from India won't break the record for fastest circumnavigation of the globe by bike, she will be the first to have ridden around the world twice.

The EF Education-EasyPost 'alt rider' leaves September 5 on a quest to break the Around Australia record, which stands at 37 days, 20 hours, and 45 minutes.

The Idaho teen planned methodically for over a year before tackling the bikepacking race. Then, he 'just kept pedaling.'

The Mega Mid South is a new bikepacking route based out of Stillwater, Oklahoma. Doing the grand départ in September guarantees you entry to the 2025 gravel race.

The Canadian completed the 2,745 bikepacking race in 15 days and 23 hours, coming within 14 hours of the course record.

Two adventurers followed the Qhapaq Ñan through the Peruvian Andes and discovered a trove of Latin American culture, beautiful landscapes, and challenging climbs

It's too late to sign up for this year's edition, but here's what you need to start training for next year.

The professional ultra-cyclist is attempting to set a new Guinness World Record for the fastest circumnavigation of the globe on a bicycle.

Held in Girona, Spain the first weekend of May, the Traka has become the epicenter of global gravel.

These epic routes cover a variety of climates and distances and are sure to make for a memorable adventure.

A three day adventure, with climbs, gravel, stunning scenery and a spooky history.

3D-Printed Saddles, Aero and Endurance Road Wheels, Titanium Gravel Bikes, Bikepacking Kit & More!

The only rule: 388 miles between Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in under five days.

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A 9-day ride through the Dolomites shows that bike adventuring can happen year round, no matter the conditions.

An epic journey through iconic Southern California cities and untamed wilderness pushes Miranda Miller to the brink.

The EF Education-EasyPost star overcomes trench foot, freezing rain, wildfire detours mental demons and a busted derailleur to lay down a blistering time on the storied ultra-bikepacking route.

Petervary was in the midst of his 'Great Divide Ride Unearthed' when he was hit outside of Salida, Colorado.

A weekly roundup of what's happening in the off-road.

On day 17 of the world's most iconic ultra bikepacking race, 17 riders have reached the U.S./Mexico border.

The Tour Divide kicks off in Banff, Canada on June 9 at 8 a.m. MST, and the 2,745 mile adventure is my favorite bike race to 'spectate.'

The Belgian superstar is hitting the backroads of rural Belgian in 'Hunt for Champagne' bikepacking trip with friends.

A weekly roundup of what's happening in the off-road.

East Texas Showdown promises plenty of beauty and likely even more rain, and I'm going to try to ride it without sleeping.

From bikepacking trips abroad to the longest single ride of my life, here are five of my favorite bike moments of 2022.

Some of Specialized's longtime adventure athletes like Sarah Swallow and Ty Hathaway were let go last week; they say the brand is cutting the entire ambassador program

Tech to get you on the trails for multi-day journeys.

You don't need the latest and greatest gravel bike to have a wonderful adventure.

My body took a beating after the 400 miles and 58,000 feet of climbing along the France-Italy border, but my equipment passed the test

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Six riders from the East African squad are in Spain to race this weekend's Traka ultra.

However, Arizona Trail Race director says she is in violation of course rules and the result will not be recognized.

If you're in the market for a cycling adventure (and you don't mind a bit of rain), the Inner Hebrides has plenty to offer.

How does the 34-year-old fit it all in? By being thoroughly stoked on everything she does.

The Italian will ride 4,000 kilometers through eight countries to raise awareness of climate change.

An 18-day cycling adventure taught Peter English plenty about his family, and about himself.

The EF Education-Nippo jersey that Morton wore for 18 days as he raced the peloton to Paris last summer is currently bidding for $2,052 on eBay.

A unique flat bar that's designed to smooth out rough surfaces.

A compact frame bag that doesn't hamper drink bottle access, and doesn't rub on your knees.

What do you pack for two weeks of remote riding and camping with dust storms, river crossings, grit, and rain? Here is my complete list, and how it all worked.

The ultra-endurance cyclist hopes to complete 858-mile route in under five days.

For a touch of luxury in the wilderness.

The conversation will be broadcast on Instagram Live at 6 p.m. MST on May 25.

The off-road-centric bikepacking route will start in Newfoundland, Canada and end in Key West, Florida, and be divided into eight linkable segments.

James Hayden, a two-time Transcontinental Race winner, shares his love for the pure pain and pleasure of ultra-endurance riding.

How to bikepack, gravel tour, or meet other people who want to ride off-road.

Join Markus Stitz as he bikepacks through history on the Iron Curtain Gravel Trail.

In 2017, Wilcox rode 4,500 miles of Alaskan roadway. In 2020, she and her girlfriend, photojournalist Rugile Kaladyte, returned to document the journey and inspire others to pedal along.

As I reflected on my bike life in 2020, one theme seemed to emerge: big adventures in my own backyard.

The grand depart for the self-timed, self-supported, ultra-endurance bikepacking race is July 25, 2021 in Durango, Colorado.

Tailfin boasts that the modular Cargo Cage is stronger and more durable than any other system for carrying gear on a bike.

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And Bobby Wintle from The Mid South has been advising him along the way. Here's how the two plan to tackle the Arkansaw High Country Race.

The Alaska-based brand continues to innovate its line of light and fast bikepacking gear.

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Senior editor Betsy Welch took an 11-day excursion on the Colorado Trail. Find out what she brought, which of it was great, and what needed improvement.

The Topo Designs Bar Bag is my favorite accessory on long rides and light-and-fast gravel tours. But there's one thing that bugs me. . .

Five riders and a film crew hope to use history and the present to inspire a future generation of cyclists with the Underground Railroad Ride.

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Bikepacking the Colorado Trail takes a hearty soul — and a handpicked selection of gear. Betsy walks us through her choices.

Storage has always been a challenge for cyclists. But there have never been better storage options — or more of them. Bye, sagging pockets.

28 Snickers bars. 4 frame bags. 22.5 hours. One question.

I dove deep down the rabbit hole of van conversion research, and let me tell you, it’s a slippery slope.

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Nine questions with Rally Cycling's Rob Britton, who is living in Vancouver, British Columbia this month.

Revelate has a full suspension frame bag on the market that fits just about any bike with horizontally-mounted suspension. We took it bikepacking and to our local lunch ride to see how it fared.

Slim, light, waterproof, and durable, Apidura's Racing Top Tube Pack is barebones but raceworthy. The magnetic closure makes access quick and easy.

The new Salsa Cutthroat gets more compliant and adds more cargo options

Words by Yuri Hauswald, Images by David Oh

On July 7th 2019, 84 riders set out from Inverness to race across three Celtic nations – Scotland, Ireland and Wales – in the inaugural edition of the Pan Celtic Race. The ride would encompass Celtic history as well as scenic splendour, as riders pushed their physical and mental limits to reach the finish line in Llandudno in time for the party 10 days later.

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After more than a decade of bikepacking adventures, Jay Petervary is something of a guru. We asked for his advice on getting out there.

The Canadian recounts his adventure that served as a final training block for the UCI road worlds.

After his first foray into the world of bikepacking, Dan Cavallari has five tips to help you pack more efficiently for a night outdoors.