Bikepacking

What I'm Taking: Gear List for the 2025 Mishigami Challenge

Jul 10

14:14

2025 Mishigami Challenge Bike Check

A detailed look at my steed and all the bits and bobs on it.

Jul 8

9:07

Six Little Do's And Don'ts of Ultra Prep

These aren't the most important things, but they will make your race more enjoyable.

Jun 25

See You At the "Great Water" Premiere!

RSVP to be among the first people to see the documentary of the 2024 Mishigami Challenge - ahead of the start of the 2025 race.

Jun 22

The Faux 1000 Course Recon Ride

Remembering what it means to climb while checking out a Paris-Brest-Paris analogue route. Chicago flatlanders be warned.

Jun 18

My Bikepacking Gear List

What I bring and how I pack varies based on what I'm doing, but here's the core list of important items for nearly every adventure.

Jun 11

Ride Report - Aurora City of Lights 400k Brevet

With bonus miles! As in planned bonus miles, not just missed turns.

Jun 4

Ride Report - Bikepack the Ten Thousand

Take one of the hardest single-day events around, and throw on an extra 200 miles. Cuz why not?

May 28

How I Make A Route Card For Ultra Races

Planning logistics in an unpredictable environment.

May 14

The Distance Ladder: Going Multi-Day

A practical guide for taking your long single-day rides and learning to repeat them day-in and day-out.

Mar 26

The Distance Ladder: Reaching Your First Century

A practical guide for achieving longer and longer rides.

Mar 19

The Pre-Season Ramp

It's still the offseason, but time to move from "base" to "build."

Mar 5

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