Bikepacking 101

Basics to get you going with bikepacking: Minimal getting started guide, useful tools, and blog articles.

Getting Started with Bikepacking

Bikepacking is a great way to get out and explore the world on your bike and stay healthy and fit. However, it's easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of information out there. This minimal getting started guide will help you get started with bikepacking by providing you with the basics you need to know.

Ride the Bike You Have

Any gravel, hardtail, rigid MTB, or drop-bar bike works. Even a single speed bike works! Comfort and reliability beat specs.
Pack Minimal

Strap items to bars/seatpost, use a small backpack if needed. Skip the stove on your first trip.
Plan a Short Loop

10–30 km (6–20 mi) on familiar roads or trails to an established campsite with a clear bailout.
Evaluate and Iterate

Afterwards, note what you used, what you didn't, and what to improve for the next ride. Velopacker can help you plan your next trip with ease. Create trips, manage packlists, add todos and more!

Useful Tools

You may not need these tools right away, but they can come in handy later on, wether you want to check your gear inch, tyre pressure, or bike stem length, these tools can help you.