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• BBIKEPACKING.com2026-10-08Video✓ Read

  Unpacking 13 Years of Bikepacking Bags: What Changed?

  Which bikepacking bags has Neil stopped using, and which ones might deserve another shot? He digs through his bikepacking bins to explore how his setup has evolved over the years, from seat packs and stem bags to rear racks, rigid handlebar systems, and everything in between. Along the way, he shares what pushed him away from certain setups, what still works, and why a few older bags might be ready to come out of retirement. This video was supported by Ortlieb. Learn more about their bags and racks here: https://us.ortlieb.com/ :: Gunnison/Crested Butte Trail Marker :: Most of my videos are recorded right in my backyard, find out more details here: https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/trip-planning/things-to-do/gravel-biking/?utm_source=bikepacking&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=trailmarker&utm_id=26nonsnow Outline: Intro - 0:00 Top Tube & Accessory Bags - 2:39 Seat Packs & Rear Racks - 6:59 Handlebar Bags & Harnesses - 11:14 Frame Bags - 15:13 Panniers & Fork Packs - 19:04 Dry Bags & Stuff Sacks - 21:15 Final Thoughts & Outro - 22:26 Mentioned Links: Bikepacking Bags - https://bikepacking.com/gear/bikepacking-bags/ Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: https://bikepacking.com/join/?utm_source=youtube #bikepacking #pedalfurther #bikepackingbags ------------- ::About The Host:: Neil Beltchenko (https://www.instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/) Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index

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• BBIKEPACKING.com2026-10-01Video✓ Read

  This Unusual Tent Won Me Over: Yama Swiftline 1P Review

  The Yama Swiftline 1P takes a different approach to lightweight bikepacking shelters, with two offset poles and a fly that opens in several configurations. After a summer of testing in Colorado, including nights on the Colorado Trail and some rainy-day tests, Neil walks through the design, setup, and how it performed. This video was supported by Tailfin, learn more about their offerings here: https://www.tailfin.cc/?utm_source=bikepacking.com&utm_medium=paid_video&utm_campaign=bikepacking_neil2026 :: Gunnison/Crested Butte Trail Marker :: This video was shot on local trails here in Gunnison, Colorado, and most of it was recorded at Hartman Rocks. More details here: https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/trip-planning/things-to-do/gravel-biking/?utm_source=bikepacking&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=trailmarker&utm_id=26nonsnow Outline: Intro - 0:00 Shelter Specs - 3:22 Shelter Setup - 8:58 Shelter Thoughts - 13:45 Weight & Price - 20:54 Mentioned Links Bikepacking Tents: https://bikepacking.com/tag/bikepacking-tents/ Link to the Swiftline1 - https://yamamountaingear.com/products/1p-swiftline?srsltid=AU7gw4U5BcRR4VdYcGvCCh56vPK_xTUhBUF8gGvb59eNBaWIkoEaMH_t Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: https://bikepacking.com/join/?utm_source=youtube #bikepacking #pedalfurther #yamamountaingear ------------- ::About The Host:: Neil Beltchenko (https://www.instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/) Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index

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• BBIKEPACKING.com2026-09-25Video✓ Read

  Tailfin Shares Some Big News - An Interview with Nick and James

  In our latest video, Neil sits down with Nic and James of Tailfin to get the lowdown on the big news that dropped this week. Beyond the ownership changes, they rewind to the early days of Tailfin, talk through some of the company’s successes and challenges, what the new ownership structure actually means, and where Tailfin might be headed next. This video was supported by Ride With GPS Learn more about the world’s most trusted route planner here: https://ridewithgps.com/journal/7347-customize-your-bikepacking-com-adventure?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_term=bikepacking Related Links: Tailfin On Bikepacking.com - https://bikepacking.com/?s=Tailfin Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: https://bikepacking.com/join/?utm_source=youtube #bikepacking #pedalfurther #tailfin ------------- ::About The Host:: Neil Beltchenko (https://www.instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/) Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index

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• BBIKEPACKING.com2026-09-23Video✓ Read

  Finding Your Next Bikepacking Route Just Got WAY Easier

  Finding your next bikepacking route just got a whole lot easier. The newly overhauled BIKEPACKING.com Routes Map brings more than 550 routes together in one place, with new filters and tools to help you find the right trip. In this video, Neil walks through 10 of the most useful new features, from filtering by bike type, difficulty, time, terrain, and season to exploring map layers for snow, wildfires, alternate routes, and more. Discover our new Bikepacking Routes Map here: Bikepacking Routes - https://bikepacking.com/bikepacking-routes/ This video was supported by Garage Grown Gear, See what's NEW at Garage Grown Gear: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/new-to-garage-grown-gear :: Gunnison/Crested Butte Trail Marker :: This video was shot on local trails here in Gunnison, Colorado, and most of it was recorded at Hartman Rocks. More details here: https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/trip-planning/things-to-do/gravel-biking/?utm_source=bikepacking&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=trailmarker&utm_id=26nonsnow Outline: Intro - 0:00 1. All Routes on One Map - 1:40 2. Find a Route for Your Bike - 3:14 3. Filter by Time and Season - 4:53 4. Find Out How Hard It Really Is - 7:34 5. Filter by Singletrack - 9:15 6. Loop, Point-to-Point, or Out-and-Back - 10:48 7. Distance, Elevation Gain, and Surface - 12:14 8. Find Your Own Way with Ride with GPS - 13:35 9. Weather, Snow, and Wildfires - 15:33 10. Meet the Route Creators - 17:27 Final Thoughts - 19:01 Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: https://bikepacking.com/join/?utm_source=youtube #bikepacking #pedalfurther #bikepackingroutes ------------- ::About The Host:: Neil Beltchenko (https://www.instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/) Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index

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• BBIKEPACKING.com2026-09-16Video✓ Read

  The Best Rear Rack-Top Bags For Bikepacking?

  Looking for the best rear rack bag for bikepacking? After more than two years of testing, Neil compares eight bikepacking rack bags and harness systems to see how they stack up in capacity, stability, waterproofing, dropper-post clearance, ease of use, and price. Whether you’re building a lightweight bikepacking setup or need more capacity for a longer trip, this guide should help you find the right rear rack bag for your bike and riding style. Which one would you choose? Mentioned Links: Rear Rack Bag Gear Index - https://bikepacking.com/index/rack-top-bags/ This video was supported by Ride With GPS Learn more about the world’s most trusted route planner here: https://ridewithgps.com/journal/7347-customize-your-bikepacking-com-adventure?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_term=bikepacking :: Gunnison/Crested Butte Trail Marker :: This video was shot on local trails here in Gunnison, Colorado, and most of it was recorded in Gunnison County. More details here: https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/trip-planning/things-to-do/gravel-biking/?utm_source=bikepacking&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=trailmarker&utm_id=26nonsnow Outline: Intro - 0:00 Why Rear Rack Bags? - 0:42 DIY and Dry Bag Alternatives - 3:41 Dispersed Rack Bag - 5:37 Old Man Mountain Atlas Rack Pack - 9:21 Ortlieb Dry-Pack - 12:26 Revelate Designs Burrote - 15:56 Ride Forward Designs Rack Bags - 19:54 Rockgeist Armadillo - 23:47 Rogue Panda Elden - 26:26 South City Stitchworks Love Handles - 29:58 Final Thoughts - 32:55 Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: https://bikepacking.com/join/?utm_source=youtube #bikepacking #pedalfurther ------------- ::About The Host:: Neil Beltchenko (https://www.instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/) Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index

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• BBIKEPACKING.com2026-09-16Video✓ Read

  Frances Trishaw Is AWESOME!

  If I (Neil) could have taken one bike home from the MADE Bike Show, other than my own, of course, it probably would have been this Frances Cycles Trishaw. It’s such a practical machine for everyday use. Find this and much more from Frances Cycles in Part 2 of our MADE coverage. #bikepacking #pedalfurther ------------- ::About The Host:: Neil Beltchenko (https://www.instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/) Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index

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