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Featured image of post If You Wouldn’t Wear It to a Village Wedding, Don’t Wear It Bikepacking
Culture

If You Wouldn’t Wear It to a Village Wedding, Don’t Wear It Bikepacking

Why bikepackers should ditch Lycra for merino wool and bamboo. Natural fabrics breathe, wick, and ride better — and make you smell better too.

28 Apr 2025
3 minute read
Featured image of post Springless vs Sprung Saddles: Which One Fits Your Ride?
Gear

Springless vs Sprung Saddles: Which One Fits Your Ride?

Choosing between a springless or sprung leather saddle? Discover the pros, cons, and how to pick the right saddle for your touring style.

28 Apr 2025
3 minute read
Featured image of post Forged for the Ride: Meeting the Scolarian Mudfest
Gear

Forged for the Ride: Meeting the Scolarian Mudfest

An epic, soul-stirring deep dive into the Scolarian Mudfest: a gravel bike born from steel, spirit, and the Indian roadscape.

27 Apr 2025
6 minute read
Featured image of post Meet Lama: The Spirit of the Quiet Adventure
Voices

Meet Lama: The Spirit of the Quiet Adventure

Introducing Lama — the calm, confident spirit guiding Gearlama’s journey into quiet, meaningful adventure.

26 Apr 2025
2 minute read
Featured image of post Into the Headwinds: Riding the Thar in April
Guides

Into the Headwinds: Riding the Thar in April

Tips, reflections, and hard truths from a solo April ride through Rajasthan's desert winds.

23 Apr 2025
2 minute read
Featured image of post Why I Left Ortlieb Behind: Touring India with Riverside Panniers
Gear

Why I Left Ortlieb Behind: Touring India with Riverside Panniers

Tested with 24kg over 80km near NCR, the Riverside ADV 900 panniers earned a quiet place on my touring bike. Subtle design meets Indian realities.

21 Apr 2025
5 minute read
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