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On the 28th January the third edition of New Zealand’s hardest bikepacking event, Tour Te Waipounamu (TTW) kicked off at 7am from remote Cape Farewell, the northernmost point of the South Island. Te Waipounamu is the indigenous name for New Zealand’s southern main island; a landform that is defined by the Southern Alps, which shape … Three out of Three: Racing the 2024 Tour Te Waipounamu
I’m a big believer of the phrase “run what you bring”. I’ve never had the luxury of applying the N+1 equation into my life. When people ask me what the perfect bike is, I usually respond “one you can fit at least 2.1 tires and can take you from the city to the gnarliest mountain … One Bike, Endless Possibilities
On the 28th January Revelate Designs Ambassador Mark Watson will be lining up with 59 other participants for the third edition of New Zealand’s hardest bikepacking race, the Tour Te Waipounamu. Mark’s one of only four people who have completed the race twice and is returning for a third attempt. With previous editions taking place … Mark Watson Takes on Tour Te Waipounamu
Winter riding can be daunting even for the most seasoned riders. And when your first winter ride is also your first group ride, the stakes are even higher. Throw in the fact that the uninitiated is a young teenage boy, and the strength of character needed to complete such a ride becomes inspirational. Tuesday, 2nd … Elliott’s Winter Ride
In March 2023 I rode the Iditarod Trail from Knik to Nome, crossing around 1,000 miles of Alaskan terrain over the course of three weeks, on what has got to be one of the most rewarding winter journeys anywhere in the world. The route was intimidating, but also exciting, since I learned a long time … Gear & Tips for Touring the Iditarod
15 years ago Revelate Designs was born from a desire to make exploring by bike better than ever before. It’s pretty wild to think how far we have come in the past decade and a half. We wouldn’t be where we are today without the support, feedback, and love for bikes that this community brings … 15 Years of Bikepacking Innovation: An Interview with Eric
Translated from Quechua, the ‘Royal Road’ once united all Andean communities from Colombia to Chile in an intricate road system of more than 30,000 km that in 2014 became an UNESCO World Heritage site. Constructed by the Incas over several centuries and partly based on pre-Inca infrastructure, this extraordinary network through one of the world’s … The Qhapaq Ñan with Leo & Adam
Words and photos by Revelate ambassador, Annie Le As a van living freelancer, travelling all over Scotland for work, community was a distant thing. Something other, more settled people could create, but something that felt unattainable for my lifestyle, but also something I didn’t think I needed. And then covid hit and forced us all … Creating Community with Annie Le
Today’s story comes to us from Mahshid Hadi. Mahshid and her partner Sam are a dynamic bikepacking duo, fueled by their shared passion for pedal-powered adventures. Mahshid, an Iranian cyclist and proud Liv ambassador, has found her haven in Canada. From being denied the simple joy of biking in her homeland, Iran, she’s transformed into … Bikepacking the Cabot Trail with Mahshid Hadi
Written by Stephen Shelesky Unapologetically harsh but forgivingly beautiful, Iceland is having a well deserved renaissance in bike touring. One of its most remote regions, the Westfjords is home to the folks pioneering the change. While bike touring in Iceland isn’t exactly a new idea, it’s becoming more accessible than ever with groups like Cycling … Stephen Shelesky Cycles Westfjords Way