By Sheri Rosenbaum It's a thrill to check bikepacking off my 2025 bucket list. The trip might have been my first, but it certainly won’t be my last! I kept an eye on the forecast for days before leaving. Wisconsin has been experiencing a lot of rain. At times, the forecast was pristine, but then it suddenly changed with predictions of thunderstorms and hail. Finally, … [Read more...] about Pedals, Panniers, and Trails: My First Bikepacking Adventure
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Product Review: Velocio Mens Ultralight Jacket
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Rating: Source: https://velocio.cc/collections/mens/products/mens-ultralight-jacket?variant=41857619263561 Price: $199 Sizes: Men’s: XS/S/M/L/XL/2XL/3XL; Women’s: XXS/XS/S/M/L/XL/2XL/3XL Colors: Undyed (tested)/ Black Olive (same colors for Women’s) Pockets: 1 side rear pocket that doubles as a … [Read more...] about Product Review: Velocio Mens Ultralight Jacket
RotaLuber Quick Review
By John Marsh HOT! Easy to use; quick to master No mess chain lubing Puts the lube exactly where it’s needed Brilliant, purpose-made product Works on 10-, 11- and 12-speed chains E-Bike versions come with special backpedal tool NOT! None (and I’m always looking for some drawback) https://rotaluber.com Cost: RotaLuber with stand - … [Read more...] about RotaLuber Quick Review
Pearl Izumi Expedition Short Sleeve Jersey Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Cost: $110 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail Colors: Black, Highrise Spectral Website: Expedition SS Jersey RBR Sponsor: no Tested: 10+ hours Sizing: S-XXL Reviewer Measurements: 5'10" (178cm), 145 lbs (66 kgs), 33" (84cm) waist, 38” (96.5cm) hips, … [Read more...] about Pearl Izumi Expedition Short Sleeve Jersey Review
Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 2
By Sheri Rosenbaum Figuring out how to carry gear on a bikepacking trip can cause anxiety, especially if you don’t have a bike with dedicated mounting points. Companies are well aware of the growing interest in bikepacking, particularly with non-traditional bikepacking bikes, and now offer solutions that allow you to use any bike for your adventure. Yes, road bikes … [Read more...] about Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 2