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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…

In this fourth part of 'Bikepacking and gravel videos,' we present you with five cycling-related films we enjoyed very much lately. From inspiring footage of a bike-and-pack rafting expedition to a powerful message about mental health. From the almost endless gravel roads of the United States to the rugged mountains of Norway. So, sit back,…

It's getting chilly outside. Winter is rapidly approaching, we already went past the end of daylight saving last weekend. While some of you may be diehard bikepackers who prepare to go out in the snow and frigid temps, this may be the off-season for others. Wintertime, though, means relaxing with a hot chocolate in front…

When you go on longer rides, there’s an extra aspect to take into consideration: on bike nutrition. We have mostly lived off Snickers and dried fruit, but realized that we needed to expand our culinary horizon a bit. So we decided to try out some new types of snacks to eat while cycling longer rides.…

When it comes to travel, 2021 didn’t really have a promising start. But we keep on hoping for better days. And in the meantime, we'll simply have to get our dose of wanderlust differently. That's why we present to you another five inspirational bikepacking adventures across the globe on komoot. This time we’ll virtually take…

Planning a new adventure is half of the fun. With most of us still in lockdown and facing travel restrictions, at this point there’s no other option than to dream away at other people their travels.  That's why we present to you five inspirational bikepacking adventures across the globe on komoot. Let us know in…

We were wondering what everyone is doing nowadays, and figured other people might have the same question. That’s why we decided to put together a ‘where are they now’ (you can read ours here). We would love to read your story. Here are some of the stories we've collected so far, but stay tuned for…

We were wondering what everyone is doing nowadays, and figured other people might have the same question. That’s why we decided to put together a ‘where are they now’. We would love to read your story. Here's our story for now, but stay tuned for many more to follow! Where was Farawayistan (Robin and Sabina)…

We believe that cycling is the best way to travel and here are the four things we like best about it!