Through the years, strapping my bags to my bike, loading them up with camping gear, and hopping over my saddle has been described as “the couch.” Maybe it was a […]
Author: Neil Beltchenko
SPOT Gen 3
Safety is usually a big priority when mountain biking. It can be a dangerous sport with serious consequences. After all, what sport where helmets are used is not potentially dangerous? […]
2014 Trans Afrika
First the Trans American, then the Trans Continental, now the Trans Afrika. The final race in the series of road bikepacking races takes off Sunday, October 12th. Taking place in […]
2014 Trans North California
The Trans North California is another route to add to your list. The first year event has 17 racers lining up at their grand depart, this Saturday, October 11th. The […]
2014 Coconino Stage Bikepack
The Coconino Stage Bikepack race starts this Friday, October 11th, after a 7am breakfast meeting. This is the 6th year that folks are getting out to enjoy a unique 4 stage […]
First Look: 2015 Salsa Beargrease
When I think of the ultimate race friendly fat bike, I think of things like carbon, simple drivetrains, lightweight wheels, all to make for a fast ride. That has been […]