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Films

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Bikepacking Turkey

Bikepacking Turkey was a 9 day bikepacking trip beginning in Antalya and finishing in Istanbul. We rode gravel bikes with slick tyres which was perfect for the varied road conditions, some gravel riding and of course carrying our bikepacking bags….

(R)ode to Joy

Towards the end of 2023, adventurer and photographer Anna Blackwell decided she wanted to get more into cycling. So, in true Anna style, she threw herself in at the deep end and decided to bikepack 1,000km across Sweden. Joined by…

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Inside Across Andes Race

As a first and unique episode of my new project Adventure More I wanted to bring you into the depths of Patagonia verde, the one and only Across Andes race and it’s 5th edition. As I failed last year I…

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Designing the Bar Bag System

We set out to make ‘the best version of what a bikepacking bar bag can be’ (not just for the rider, but also the bike itself), Tailfin did what we do best and designed the bar bag from the ground…

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There’s a New Bag in Town

Finally, the missing piece in the Tailfin bikepacking puzzle is here. Introducing the new Bar Bag range. Years of testing and countless thousands of kilometres later, the new Bar Systems are now available. Never happy to settle, we set ourselves…

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Pilgramage

High above the Mediterranean islands and far from the bustle of Athens is a Greece you’ve likely never seen. A country covered by towering peaks, forgotten valleys and singletrack trails dissecting endless folds of mountains. An evergreen landscape dotted with…

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What Happened at Badlands 2024

This film captures Chris’s journey through the highs and lows of this year’s Badlands race. While the path wasn’t always smooth, the gratitude shines through—for the lessons learned, the unforgettable experiences, and the memories made along the way….

Stories

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The 2025 Atlas Mountain Race

We met with Nelson Trees, Race Director and creator of The Mountain Series. From ultra bikepacker to devising some of the toughest races on the calendar, we delve into his race ethos and 2025 predictions. What about the Atlas Mountains…

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Innovation in Motion: Tailfin x Team Amani

For 2025 and beyond we are partnering with Team Amani. We’re proud to be supporting a team forged to nurture cycling talent from the East African region. This collaboration is built to challenge the norms within the world of cycling,…

EL PIRI 2024 GRAVEL RACE

How to Prepare for El Piri Gravel Event

  El Piri is an 800km fixed route of mixed gravel and tarmac terrain through the most beautiful areas in the Catalan Pyrenees. While the route follows some of the best gravel available, it is not all perfectly smooth and,…

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The Bikepacking Cookbook

You’ve set up camp, your legs are heavy, and If you’re anything like us, the last thing on your mind is cooking a fancy meal. What if we told you fancy doesn’t mean tricky and that you can finally say…

Into the Polar Night

We love seeing our gear pushed to the extreme. Whilst many of our customers take their gear further and test it harder than others, few put it through its paces in extreme cold weather as Joffrey Maluski. Armed with a…

Atlas Mountain Race | Inside perspectives

Before the start we got 4 of our R&D Division riders heading to Morocco to interview each other to see if they could gleam some juicy insights into how they would be approaching the race. Bryn: What’s your go-to snack…

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Designing the Bar Bag System

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Product Design Notes

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MAVERICK BY NECESSITY BAR BAGDOCUMENTARY TAILFIN

Designing the Bar Bag System

We set out to make ‘the best version of what a bikepacking bar bag can be’ (not just for the rider, but also the bike itself), Tailfin did what we do best and designed the bar bag from the ground…

Frame Bags – Product Design Notes

Over the past three years, we have been on a serious quest to build the best frame bags in the business. The resulting nine-model range is a culmination of experience, innovative sizing methods, and a determination to make a frame…

Packing Cubes – Product Design Notes

Imagine the entire contents of your house in one big room – it’d be hard to find anything right? It’s the same for your larger bikepacking bags. Splitting your kit into sensible-sized ‘rooms’ makes perfect sense for keeping track of…

16L Mini Panniers – Product Design Notes

Carrying gear, equipment, or daily essentials on your bike is a challenge we are continually looking at in new ways, and as our customers’ needs continue to evolve, we need to continue to provide fresh approaches. The 16-litre (16L) mini…

Top Tube Bags – Product Design Notes

As the home for Technical Bikepacking Equipment, we want to revolutionise how people experience adventure. We aim to create harmonious partnerships between riders and equipment, allowing them to focus on enjoying their ride and adventure. Our number one core principle…

Reviews

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BIKEPACKING.COM REVIEW BAR BAG SYSTEM

Bar Bag System Review

Rounding out our complete bikepacking range. In Bikepacking.com’s latest video, Neil takes a deep dive into the Tailfin Bar Bag System, including a look at all four new bags, an overview of how they work, thoughts on what makes them…

BIKEPACKING.COM REVIEW FORKPACKS

Fork Pack Review

The innovative new Tailfin Fork Pack is a modular bag system featuring a low-profile aluminium mount that bolts to a fork or frame and a waterproof bag with an integrated X-Clamp system, allowing it to attach and detach quickly and…

BIKEPACKING.COM REVIEW TOP TUBE BAGS

Top Tube Bag Review

In this video, Bikepacking.com take a look at Tailfin’s latest release: a range of five Top Tube Packs, available in three sizes and with two closure systems. As they’ve come to expect, there’s far more to these bags than initially…

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AeroPack Review

Tailfin’s spin on the traditional seat pack. While it might look complex, it’s actually a rather simple system that offers unmatched stability compared to other cargo options in the category. In this video, Neil from Bikepacking.com shares his thoughts on…

BIKEPACKING DOT COM REVIEW BAR BAG REVIEW TAILFIN

Bar Bag System Review

by Bikepacking.com. Photo by Logan Watts