Category: Gear

One of the most studied topics, somehow, in the backpacking and bikepacking internet is how to make a good cup of coffee, so here I just have to pile on. But I haven’t seen anyone mention this miracle, Copper Cow Coffee’s Latte Creamers. I am a dedicated cream-and-sugar guy, and for me it has to…

From my first few overnights I learned travel on the bike can demand a lot of water – not only do you have to stay hydrated riding throughout the day, but boiling water for dehydrated backpacking meals is the fundamental cooking method. With my 1980s cycling background I found myself going pretty old-school here, putting…

The summer has flown since I started my Couch to Camping 2024 effort, and at this point I am happy to say my first week-long self supported ride is coming in 24 days. Since March I have slowly researched and accumulated gear, trying to stay within a budget. So in celebration of the first long…