camping

Fear of darkness stops many bikepackers before they start. Learn why night anxiety is normal, how to manage it, and how experienced riders learn to embrace the dark.

Start your ride right with these bikepacking breakfast ideas. From quick no-cook options to hot meals worth waking up for, find the perfect morning fuel for any trip.

Save money on bikepacking food without sacrificing nutrition or enjoyment. Learn budget-friendly meal strategies, cheap calorie sources, and how to eat well on any trip budget.

Compare bear canisters, bear bags, and Ursacks for bikepacking food storage. Learn what's required, what works best, and how to properly store food in bear country.

Find the best freeze-dried meals for bikepacking. We compare Mountain House, Peak Refuel, Good To-Go, and more to help you choose dinners that actually taste good on the trail.

Find the best coffee gear for bikepacking. From instant coffee to AeroPress setups, we compare lightweight options for getting your caffeine fix on the trail.

Compare water bottles and hydration bladders for bikepacking. Learn the pros and cons of each system, how much water to carry, and the best hydration strategy for your rides.

Learn how to plan meals for bikepacking trips of any length. From weekend overnighters to month-long expeditions, this guide covers food quantities, resupply strategies, and practical meal systems.

Learn which foods deliver maximum calories per ounce for bikepacking. Our complete guide to calorie-dense nutrition helps you fuel hard rides without heavy packs.

Master bikepacking nutrition with our complete food guide. Learn what to eat, how much to pack, meal planning strategies, and the best foods for multi-day cycling adventures.

Master no-cook bikepacking with our complete guide. Learn the best cold-soak meals, ready-to-eat foods, and strategies for traveling light without a stove.

Master vegan bikepacking nutrition with our complete plant-based guide. Learn the best vegan trail foods, protein strategies, and meal planning tips for multi-day rides.

Freestanding or non-freestanding tent for bikepacking? Compare the pros and cons of each style to find the best shelter for your riding style and routes.

Everything you need for winter bikepacking: cold-weather gear, layering systems, bike setup, and safety considerations for riding in snow and freezing temperatures.

Find the best camp pillows and comfort items for bikepacking. Balance weight, pack size, and sleep quality to recover properly on multi-day rides.

Explore hammock camping for bikepacking adventures. Learn when hammocks work, their limitations, and how to set up an ultralight hammock system for bike travel.

Find the best bikepacking cookware from titanium pots to ultralight utensils. Compare TOAKS, Snow Peak, and Sea to Summit options for weight-conscious cooking on the trail.

Explore bivy sacks as ultralight shelter options for bikepacking. We cover when bivys work, when they don't, and the best options from Outdoor Research and SOL.

Find the perfect stove for bikepacking adventures. We compare canister stoves, alcohol stoves, and wood-burning options from MSR, Jetboil, Soto, and more.

Find the perfect sleeping pad for bikepacking adventures. We compare ultralight inflatables, closed-cell foam, and budget options from Therm-a-Rest, NEMO, Sea to Summit, and Klymit.

Find the perfect sleeping bag for your bikepacking adventures. We compare down vs synthetic, explain temperature ratings, and review the best ultralight options from Sea to Summit, Kelty, Marmot, and budget brands.

Everything you need to sleep well and eat right on bikepacking adventures. From ultralight sleeping bags to compact cooking systems, this guide covers all your camp gear decisions.

New to bikepacking? Learn gear essentials, trip planning, and packing strategies. Go from curious to trail-ready with our step-by-step beginner's guide.

Finding the right one-person tent can make or break your bikepacking adventure. We tested the top ultralight shelters to find the best options for weight-conscious cyclists in 2025.