#PLPTalks – Matt (Crust Bikes)
In this episode of #PLPTalks we talk with Matt from the small punk rock bike brand, Crust Bikes. Learn why he started his own bike brand and the ups and downs of being a one…
#PLPTalks – Whitney Ford-Terry
In this episode of PLPTalks we chat with our friend Whitney Ford-Terry, a former tours specialist at Adventure Cyclist and currently an ambassador at Bikepackingroots.org. We talk about women in bikepacking, the upcoming WTF Bike…
#PLPTalks – Bobby Wintle (Unlearnpavement / District Bicycles / Land Run 100)
In this interview, we talk with Bobby Wintle, race promoter of Land Run 100, a hundred mile gravel event in Stillwater, OK. In this episode we talk about the origins of gravel riding, how gravel…
First Look: Arkel Rollpacker 15 and 25
In this vid, I give a first look at Arkel’s new Rollpacker series!
#PLPTalks – Martina Brimmer from Swift Industries
In this installment of #PLPTalks, we chat with our good friend Martina at Swift Industries and what it means for the business to turning 10 years old!
#PLPTalks: Nam Arya (aka @goodolenam)
In this video, we talk with Nam Arya, a former Blackburn ranger and talk about her first bike tour, being a Blackburn Ranger and issues of gender and race in bike touring.
Review: TarpTent Pole Pouch
In this video, I review the TarpTent Pole Pouch, a simple product that solves the problem of attaching tent poles to your bicycle frame. Bonus: it’s also great for fishing rods!
First Look: Funner Bike Works Fork Link
Carrying enough water is always an issue when bikepacking. Space is always at a premium. In this video I take a first look at the Funner Bike Works Fork Link, a bracket for suspension forks…
Review: WTB Riddler 45c Tire
In this video, I review the Riddler 45c Tire from WTB – popular gravel tire. At a plump 45mm stated diameter it promises lots of grip and suspension. How does it ride? Find out!
LONG TERM REVIEW: Salsa Anything Cradle
I’ve had the chance to use the Salsa Anything Cradle the last few months on overnighters and #bikefishing day excursions, these are my final thoughts!