Author / Robin Patijn
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Girona’s best Coffee Rides for Gravel Cycling
There's a good reason why so many pro cyclists choose Girona as their home base, and it has less to do with endless days in the saddle than you might think. This Spanish-Catalonian cycling hotspot is perfect for sportive coffee rides. With that notion, I set off on my annual cycling trip with my dad… -
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Everyone’s right to roam – Bikepacking Sweden and the ‘Allemansrätten’
Bikepacking offers us a unique chance to explore nature and to fully immerse in the great outdoors. Riding along gravel roads on a bicycle, packed with bags carrying your camping gear, creates a magical adventure experience. Embarking on a bikepacking journey in an incredibly beautiful natural environment, brings the whole experience to another level. We’re… -
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Embracing the Little Escape – An overnight bikepacking adventure
Feeling stuck in the same old routine? Are you longing for a way to break free from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, even if just for a moment? Well, there's no better remedy than packing up your gear, hopping on your bike, and setting off on an overnight bikepacking adventure. Every now and… -
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Oslo gravel cycling – Exploring Scandinavia’s gravel capital + routes
While names like Girona, Tuscany, and Mallorca often dominate the world of gravel cycling, a hidden gem calls on to those seeking a different kind of adventure. Say hello to Scandinavia's best-kept secret: Oslo, the gravel capital of Europe. Nestled amid awe-inspiring natural beauty, Norway's capital, Oslo, reveals a cycling paradise like no other; a… -
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The joy of credit card bikepacking – Bikepacking in Tuscany
Traditional bike touring across continents, long expeditions through woodlands and high mountains, and even ultra racing with minimal bike weight—bikepacking has taken us on numerous adventures in recent years. However, there was one style of bikepacking that we had yet to try: credit card bikepacking. Driven by a desire for the same sense of joy,… -
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Ride report – The Dirty Halland 2023 in touring mode
Over the past few years, the Dirty Halland has become a staple in our cycling adventures. We've taken part in both the 2021 and 2022 editions of this social gravel race held in Hallands län every last weekend of March. Each year brings a new route filled with challenging gravel roads and steep climbs. However,… -
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NYE Camping – Farawayistan does Good Night 2022
For a lot of cyclists, the last week of December marks the annual Festive 500 challenge. Cycling enthusiasts attempt to ride a total of 500 kilometers between Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve in a challenge. We also intended to saddle up and power through the 500 kilometers, like we did last year. However, a… -
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Farawayistan x Gestalten – Grand Bikepacking Journeys
Print is cool! So it’s always nice when a new bikepacking magazine or book is released. Earlier this week Gestalten’s latest book ‘Grand Bikepacking Journeys’ dropped on our doormat. And the fact that two of our stories were included made us pretty proud. Stefan Amato, creator of Pannier, asked us a while back if he… -
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Bikepacking Routes Sweden – Söderåsen and Hallandsåsen
For this Swedish Bikepacking Route (more here and here), we share our micro-adventure bikepacking Söderåsen and Hallandsåsen. Should you travel to Sweden especially to ride this route? Probably not. But if you're looking for a bikepacking route near Malmö and Copenhagen, definitely keep on reading. The western part along the coast of Skåne isn’t exactly… -
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Bikepacking the Banvallsleden with Dad
My father is the one who inspired me to take up cycling. Every year, we took a trip to a popular cycling destination. We traveled to Mallorca, Girona, and Flanders. This year, we chose bikepacking the Banvallsleden in Sweden. Perhaps you recall the family bikepacking journey down Denmark’s Haervejen last year. A few weeks ago…
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