Top 12 Bikepacking Routes on BIKEPACKING.COM

In this video, we take a look at the top 12 most popular bikepacking routes in our network for 2021. Neil digs into each route sharing what you can expect, when to ride them, and what the proper bike might be for each...

Outline:
Intro - 0:00
The Altravesur - 1:01
Asiago Loop - 1:57
Tree To Sea Loop - 3:08
The Trans-Cambrian Way - 4:16
VTXL - 5:03
The Highland Trail 550 - 6:10
Support and Subscribe - 7:35
Appalachian Gravel Growler - 8:21
The BC Trail - 9:11
The Colorado Trail - 10:05
The Ardennes Arbalete - 11:43
Green Mountain Gravel Growler - 12:56
European Divide Trail - 14:00

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[kris.monroe]

The Colorado Trail is absolutely a MUST DO! It's incredible.

[LoranBriggs]

I really appreciate the tire/bike recommendations. Really helps in planning routes.

[coreyreeder]

Even as an American, I was glad to see all of the international routes. But this got me thinking, there might be a cool series in here if you did it by region: too three in the southeast, west coast, British isles, Pacific Northwest, etc.

[dk]

Living only 60km's from the Ardennes Arbalete trail...i'm probably just a little bit biased. Thanks for adding it to the list, the southern part of our tiny country has a lot to offer when it comes to bikepacking. And for those who won't stay for the trails...our beers are so good they're on the Unesco cultural heritage list.

[lydiagould]

I've ridden the Cambrian way in Wales. It is beautiful and rideable in 2-3 days, Knighton- Aberdovey station and back to knighton (for me ) Faster for many, and 3-5 days taking it easy for both ways. My only disappointment was arriving at Aberdovey station hungry and out of water and desperate for a coffee, only to find there was no cafe there!
The next one may be the Highland Trail. Good routes and lots of helpful advice for bikepackers, both new, and experienced

[rick_]

I did the ardenne arbalette this late august beginning of september, around the F1 in Spa weekend, so I had lots of rain and some dry spels, especially the last day. I found the southern part perticularly very nice, with hard climbs and steep wet boulder decents, the best part. the northern part, and start of the route, takes you on a very nice 15Km bikepath where you can get used to your packed rig. I did this route instead of the Vosges route through to the Netherlands due to the Covid-conditions at the time.

[TamaEnergy]

I have 11 days off in July im a 23 year old Triathelete and very excited for an adventure but no idea where to go! :D

[benpantony]

Thanks for the inspiration! I found myself in the UK and had a few extra days. I did the middle loop of the highland 550 and it was nothing short of spectacular. Lots of rain, very remote and many magnificent views. I’ll have to come back for the full route.

[jmoore]

Thanks Neal for doing the video. I have been biking for the last 30 years and just starting bike packing the last 2 years. I have done the Katy trail, Section 1 of the Great Divide and the Huracan 300. I just joined the Bike-backing Collective and hope to add the Katy Trail in Missouri.

[Pasdechevredreamer]

Great inspirational presentation, but the phenomenal thing about bikes is that they can be used virtually anywhere and to the level of the user. One of the greatest inventions ever. keep up the good work.

[HeOkayFishing]

I don’t even drink beer but yo..think imma start now 🤘🏼. Great job!

[outbackwack]

These all look like awesome routes, thanks! And an early congrats on reaching 50K subs!!!

[gravelpack]

Love your routes thanks for inspiring us to get out there

[blackenduranceathlete]

I am looking to do Asiago (as I am living abroad in Italy) and I want some Vermont rides. So the VTXL and the Green Mountain Gravel Growler. I am new to gravel riding but I had a wonderful experience of riding the Rooted Vermont race back in July.

Thanks for this video!

[domeniconatoli]

Thanks for the video. I’m from Australia and the Tassie Trail is extremely challenging yet amazing. One of the best trails in Australia. Thanks for your content 🙏🏽

[JakeLuke]

Thanks for the large hit list. I will do what I can while I can. I do like the idea of bikes and beer so... Vermont first.

[kimkrimson]

Hell yeah I enjoy your website and videos. Thank you

[mattdelcomyn]

Great vid! Thanks for the inspiration, as always !

[reeceholmes]

aye bonnie lad, i'll take the highlands, Scotland it is for me, but all the routes look EPIC! thanks

[surfbodi.]

Nice to see the Trans Cambrian Way on this list. I live in Wales and have been slowly building my confidence bikepacking. Will have to give it a go soon 🙂