Bikepacking is a “new” variant of bicycle travel. It is a mix of freedom, adventure but also borderline experience. It tries to preserve the off-road capabilities of the bike by integrating the luggage more into the profile of the bike. By greatly reducing the weight of the equipment carried, the rider and bike remain agile enough to master even the most demanding routes. A gravel bike is particularly suitable for this. It combines the fun of a light bike with the fascination of bicycle travel.
In Europe, during the latest during the Corona pandemic, a real gravel boom was triggered. The gravel sector is enjoying enormous growth and this has triggered a huge demand in the bicycle industry.
For optimal bikepacking we recommend the products of our partner Ortlieb:
