Atelier Olympia Launches Mondial Bikes: The People’s Bike
Atelier Olympia introduced Mondial, a new house‑bike brand targeting commuters, gravel riders, and casual cyclists. The steel 4130 chromoly frame starts at $1,099 CAD (≈$806 USD) for the frameset, while complete builds range from $1,999 to $2,999 CAD (≈$1,436–$2,155 USD). Designed with universal dropouts, rack mounts and internal routing, the bike offers five size‑specific geometries and multiple fork options. Sales are currently direct‑to‑consumer, with potential dealer expansion under consideration.
The Starling Cycles Girder: 7kg More Weight, 27% More Grip
Starling Cycles unveiled the Girder, a concept mountain‑bike frame that adds roughly 7 kg (15 lb) by replacing the downtube with a solid steel I‑beam. The design claims 27 % more grip and significantly higher torsional stiffness, allowing the bike to maintain line...
Further Lostways: An Ultra Cycling Documentary in Devon + Cornwall (Video)
Further Lostways, a 750‑kilometre ultra‑cycling challenge across Devon and Cornwall, gathered nearly 50 riders in March 2026. Organized by endurance‑event veteran Camille McMillan with ultra‑cyclist Alex McCormack, the route traced rugged moorland, coastal roads and the historic Camel Trail. Participants bivouacked legally...
Rigs of the 2026 East Texas Showdown
The 2026 East Texas Showdown is set to host just under 200 riders across five distinct routes, including a new 69‑mile gravel Throwdown. Participation has surged from 40 riders in its 2021 debut to nearly 200, reflecting rapid growth in...
Queer Cyclist’s Great Redemption on the Huracan
Hannah Griggs, known online as Queer Cyclist, finally completed Florida’s 300‑mile Huracan bikepacking challenge in 3 days, 10 hours and 57 minutes, five years after an initial failed attempt. The duo of Griggs and friend Allegra spent months studying the route, resupply points...
The 2026 Sisters in the Wild Calendar Is Live
Sisters in the Wild unveiled its 2026 event calendar, marking the organization’s sixth year of women‑focused bike‑packing and gravel adventures. The schedule adds first‑time trips to Vietnam and Patagonia while retaining popular European routes in Scotland, Wales, Slovenia and Albania....
Bikes, Booths, and Builders in Philly (Part 1)
Over 100 boutique builders and major brands converged on Philadelphia’s annual bike expo, unveiling a spectrum of custom gravel, touring and adventure‑ready bicycles. Highlights included Fine Bikes’ music‑inspired pearl‑white gravel frame, Stellar Werks’ Voyager touring model with modular mounts, and...
Ouachita DOOM Bike Check: On Location at South City Stitchworks
Jesse Smith’s 2026 DOOM bike check showcases his Allied BC40 equipped with premium Enve M5 wheels, SRAM XX SL drivetrain, and RockShox suspension. He visited South City Stitchworks in St. Louis to acquire a full suite of custom frame‑wedge and top‑tube...
Rigs of DOOM 2026 (Part One)
The fifth annual DOOM bikepacking event launches March 13, 2026 from Hot Springs, Arkansas, featuring three route options and a record 230+ riders. The full Ouachita DOOM route (over 325 miles) draws most participants, offering more than 100 miles of...
The Neuhaus NOVA32 Is a 32-Inch MTB You Can Actually Buy
Neuhaus has launched the NOVA32, a 32‑inch rigid mountain bike built on a quad‑butted 4130 steel frame with a carbon fork and Maxxis Aspen 32×2.4" tires. Frames are in limited stock and ship now, with three size options (M/L, L,...
Teravail Ehline 29 X 2.8 Review: Long Live 29+
Teravail has revived the 29+ platform with the Ehline 29 × 2.8, a durable, heavy tire aimed at long‑distance bikepacking. Weighing 1,249 g, it uses a 60A compound and a bead‑to‑bead breaker layer for puncture resistance, while delivering stronger cornering and braking grip...