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Bikepacking: Selecting the Right Shelter
If you’ve been tuning into the Expedition Portal bikepacking series, you’ll know we’ve covered everything from how to select a bike to which snacks to keep in your jersey pockets. One of the more critical components to a successful trip is bringing along a shelter appropriate for your travels. The options are endless, but knowing…
Trail Tested: Thule T2 Bike Rack
As one of the most popular bike racks around, we’re sure you’ve seen the Thule T2 before. Find out how it faired on the trail.
Bikepack Tech: Custom Grips from Imprint Grips
Using a proprietary material, Imprint Grips can be molded to any shape with a simple process using hot and cold water.
Gear Scout: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes
Far from the tennis racket snow shoes of old, the MSR Lightning Ascents are lightweight, aggressive, and meticulously designed tools for the snowbound outdoorsman.
Hands On: ICEdot Crash Sensor
For those of use who wander into the unknown on our own. An emergency messenger that can call for help, even when we can’t.
Horace Dall’s Bicycle Adventure in Iceland Circa 1933
With a three-speed Raleigh bicycle, a camera, and a minimal amount of gear, Horace set off to cross one of the most barren and undeveloped landscapes in the world.
Adventure Interview: Expedition Cyclist Joe Cruz
Moreover the bicycle is human for the people in the places you visit. When you stop to have a chat about directions, or sit at a roadside stall for a snack, people can relate to the stories you tell
Long Term Review: Klymit Double Diamond Vest
The Double Diamond Vest might be their most unconventional offering and was the brain child of the founder, Nate Alder.
Woods Begins his 4,250 Mile Walk of the River Nile
“Walking the Nile is not just the most memorable and demanding expedition I’ve ever undertaken. It’s an amazing opportunity for me to report on all the incredibly positive stories that come out of Africa.”
Gear Scout: Kuat NV Hitch Rack
Need a functional bike rack but don’t want something that looks like railroad ties on your car? Check out the NV hitch rack by Kuat for style, function, and efficiency.
The Antarctic Expedition Season is Underway
While the summers in Antarctica are far from warm, the temperatures rise enough for explorers and scientists alike to travel the continent. With the season upon us here’s a look at things to come.
Pedaling in Place: The Bolivia Journal
A professor, writer, and expedition cyclist, Joe Cruz is a modern day Indiana Jones with some adventure stories to match.
Time to Vote for the 2014 ExPo Calendar Images
It’s that time once again, time to vote for the images to be included in the 2014 Expedition Portal calendar. It seems with every passing year the images submitted by our members get better and better. The selection for this year is a stunning collection from around the globe. To see the images, and to…
Bikepacking: Fluids and Fuels
Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do when bike packing. Its unfortunately one of the hardest things to do as well. Here’s some advice from a professional on keeping your body fueled and ready.
Gear Scout: Baffin Trail to Rapids
Baffin continues to innovate in the world of expedition clothing. This time with a pair of shoes that serves as multiple types of footwear in one.
London 2 London: Sarah Outen Completes Her Pacific Crossing
Biking, rowing, and kayaking, Sarah Outen is traveling the world while smashing records under her own power.
Gear Scout: Marin Four Corners
Thanks to brands like Marin of California, proper touring bicycles are once again available at the local bike shop.
Overland Journal Announces Digital Subscriptions
The adventure magazine you love is once again pushing into new frontiers, this time it’s on your tablet.