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How Many Liters Of Bikepacking Bag Space Do You Need: Example packing lists
Working out how many liters of carrying capacity (bag space) you need for your bikepacking trip can get confusing, especially if it’s your first time. Using our own experience and with the help of a group of expert bikepackers, we’ve got a selection of real-life examples that will help you to work out exactly how […]
Can I Use A Backpack For Bikepacking: Pros, cons and tips
I’ve been asked this question a lot over the last few years so I thought it might help to write an article on if you can use a backpack for bikepacking. On a bikepacking trip, you normally wouldn’t carry all of your supplies with you in one big bag, instead, you bring multiple small bags […]
How To Stop Your Saddle Bag From Swaying or Sagging: Properly packing your saddle bag
There’s nothing quite as annoying as the feeling of a wobbling saddle bag. Not only can the sway make pedaling more difficult, but it can also become very uncomfortable over a long bikepacking trip! Having been asked this question more times than I can remember, I thought it was finally time to explain all the […]
Can You Use Panniers For Bikepacking: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Positioning
It feels like the question of panniers or bikepacking bags has been going on ever since I took up the hobby. Panniers have obviously been around for longer and so have a strong fanbase, on the other hand, the new kids on the block, bikepacking specific bags, have many great advantages. Panniers are a great […]
Where To Pack Your Tent When Bikepacking: Including a “no bag” option
When it comes to bikepacking, your tent will be one of the largest single pieces of gear you will need to take with you, so knowing how to pack your tent efficiently is essential. This often leads to the question, “how do I pack it?” Over the years I’ve used multiple different ways of packing […]
