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Let’s all go Bikepacking! Do you find yourself always riding the same loops? Constrained by the need to start and finish every ride from home? It would be great to strike out further and head off on a multiple-day cycle adventure where you’re not required to be home in time for tea! The Bikepacking movement is a result of a growing number of cyclists wanting to head off on epic rides that take in new and ever-challenging terrain; whether it’s on-road, off-road or a mixture of the two Bikepacking enables you to load up your bike with only the bare minimum of clothing, equipment and food that you need to ride on multiple-day cycling adventures.
The cynics among us may suggest this is just classic cycle-touring rebranded to appeal to a new audience, but look a little deeper and you’ll quickly recognise that Bikepacking equipment has been developed in a fresh new way that’s more efficient and user-friendly with a totally different outlook on how to carry luggage on a bicycle. With the ever-growing gravel scene, the evolution of utility-type mountain bikes and fat bikes and an increase in the capability of modern road bikes with large volume tyres and disc brakes there’s more scope than ever to load up your bike and ride off into the sunset.
The modular configuration of Bikepacking equipment lets you carry as little or as much equipment as you need to support your chosen trip and/or event. You may want to carry the bare minimum and take on a multi-day ‘credit card ride’ where you only carry a small amount of food for the ride and a light change of clothes, staying in the comfort of a hotel or B&B along the way. Perhaps you’re taking on one of the ever-growing epic gravel and road events which can be up to 200 miles long, with the need to carry a good amount of food and equipment to ensure you can go the distance. Alternatively you might want to tour for a week in the wilderness complete with your fully-laden mountain bike, carrying a tent, sleeping bag, food and clothing for when the temperatures drop and you’re pitched up lakeside after a long, very satisfying day in the saddle.
Apidura are a brand who really understand the need for dependable, practical Bikepacking equipment and is made up of a team of creative people who were brought together by a shared mission to find better, more efficient ways to explore the world by bike. This premium brand’s product-range also reflects Apidura’s understanding that all Bikepackers are not the same and that there’s a really wide range of cycling disciplines and riding scenarios that benefit from thoughtfully designed, cleverly produced bike packs and equipment. The Apidura products are split into three distinct categories to help make it easier for customers to find a pack that suits the exact demands of the type of riding that they do…
Backcountry Series
The Backcountry Series is optimised for gravel, singletrack and mountain trails, the Backcountry Series is built from an ultralight, hard-wearing laminate and designed to excel in a wide range of weather conditions.
Expedition Series
Created for road and gravel riding and long distance tours, the Expedition Series is built from a lightweight material that provides unparalleled waterproofing and defence from the most punishing conditions.
Racing Series
The Racing Series is designed for the specific demands of ultra-distance competition and audax. Constructed from a bespoke ultralight laminate developed specifically for Apidura.
BACKCOUNTRY SERIES
Apidura Backcountry Food Pouch 0.8L £35.00
Apidura Backcountry Top Tube Pack 1.0L £50.00
Apidura Backcountry Saddle Pack 6.5L £122.00
Apidura Backcountry Full Frame Pack 4.0L £140.00
Apidura Backcountry Frame Pack 2.0L £79.00
Apidura Backcountry Handlebar Pack 11.0L £106.00
EXPEDITION SERIES
Apidura Expedition Accessory Pocket 4.5L £50.00
Apidura Expedition Compact Frame Pack 4.5L £90.00
Apidura Expedition Fork 4.5L £44.00
Apidura Expedition Saddle Pack 14.0L £126.00
Apidura Expedition Tool Pack 0.5L £40.00
Apidura Expedition Handlebar Pack 9L £96.00
Apidura Expedition Frame Pack 5.3L £92.00
Apidura Expedition Frame Pack Tall 5.0L £92.00
Apidura Expedition Top Tube Pack 0.5L £42.00
RACING SERIES
Apidura Racing Bolt-On Top Tube Pack 1.0L £50.00
Apidura Racing Frame Pack 2.4L £90.00
Apidura Racing Handlebar Mini Pack 2.5L £72.00
Apidura Racing Saddle Pack 5L £125.00
Apidura Racing Frame Pack 4.0L £98.00
Apidura Bikepacking equipment is available in-store and online now. Plenty of our Wheelbase staff are exploring further afield on gravel, road and mountain bikes; the recent improvement in the weather and the summer’s longer days are encouraging staff at our Lake District store to load up their bikes with Bikepacking equipment and head off into the hills for a quick over-nighter before descending back to HQ to start another day at the store! We’re passionate about Bikepacking and all the possibilities this form of cycling brings, if you need more advice and guidance on how to prepare your kit come in store or give us a call…
Written by Johnny Dodgin
Photos of Apidura-equipped bikes by James Vincent
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