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Tidbits

Tidbits are the little bits and bobs that either solve a problem bring an unreasonable amount of joy. Sometimes it's a little slice of wisdom or a helpful anecdote.

An Ode To My Tent Stake

Dear Tent Stake: Some people might think you are boring. A one trick pony. Sure, you keep my tent held securely, but what else can you do? Everything else in my bikepacking kit pulls double duty, but what about you? I'm strongly considering leaving you out of my

the fastest sunglasses that don't exist

The Incinerator Sunglasses - Fastest Shades Known

We asked ChatGPT to create the ultimate aero sunglasses. We kept asking to make them faster, faster, faster still! We're so pleased to share the results. When you're moving so fast the laws of physics start to complain, only one pair of sunglasses can keep up.

an old steel touring bicycle leaning against a wall. steel is real

Why do people say Steel Is Real?

The phrase “steel is real” started as a grassroots retort to the carbon and aluminum craze of the late ’80s and ’90s, when lightweight materials promised faster, sleeker bikes. Steel loyalists weren’t buying it, literally or figuratively. They argued that steel’s ride quality, repairability, and longevity made it

Trail One Titanium Bolt Upgrade Kit: Because Why Not Be Fancy?

Trail One Titanium Bolt Upgrade Kit: Because Why Not Be Fancy?

Sure, your bike is cool, but is it "replaced every bolt with ultralight and color matching titanium bolts" cool? No? Well, it could be. Introducing the TrailOne Titanium Bolt Kit. Look, nobody needs titanium bolts. Your stem isn’t going to fall off because it wasn’t blessed

Electric Bikes Are Awesome

Electric Bikes Are Awesome

E-bikes have been around for a while now and there evolution has been pretty fun to watch. They started off with somewhat goofy designs that most wouldn't be caught dead riding but they have since shrunk down, gotten sleeker, and offer a lot more range. We'll

The Post Where We Talk About Velcro Straps

The Post Where We Talk About Velcro Straps

Bikepacking’s Unsung Hero: The Velcro Strap That Could Save Your Ride Let’s talk about the unassuming hero of the bikepacking world—the humble velcro strap. Yes, it may lack the glamour of titanium racks or waterproof panniers, but this little strip of sticky magic has probably saved more

mountain biking through a forest

Keep the rubber side down

The phrase "keep the rubber side down" originates from motorcycling and cycling culture. It’s a lighthearted way to wish fellow riders safe travels, essentially saying, “stay upright” or “don’t crash.