A rear bag needs to be tough, smart, and, most importantly, stay put. It must offer secure storage, weather protection, and a reliable mounting system that withstands the rigors of off-road travel. We tested the Held Tour-Pack Allround (Art....
Alpinestars' 2026 Pro-Dura glove is aimed squarely at the enduro and off-road market, built to blend protection, feel, and durability. We took a pair on the northern leg of the California Backcountry Discovery Route to see if the tech translated to...
We put Alpinestars’ top-tier upper-body protection system to the ultimate, unplanned test: a chest-first slide down a rocky mountain trail. The Alpinestars Bionic Tech V3 Protection Jacket is a high-performance system providing Level 2...
A technical, adaptable Alpinestars Techdura jacket-and-pant system built for serious enduro and off-road work. Alpinestars’ Techdura line is a technical, modular kit. This system is designed specifically for the rigorous demands of enduro and...
A deep dive into the SP Connect modular system, from vibration-damping chargers to precision-milled mounts. A smartphone is no longer an accessory; for most ADV riders, it’s the central nervous system of the cockpit. It’s the GPS, the comms hub,...
When Big Bikes Went HardYou could feel it in the streets of Sibiu. The clatter of aluminum panniers, the bass of twin-cylinder engines echoing off old stone walls, and that electric tingle in the air, the kind that says something wild is about to...
From the Atlas to the AtlanticSome trips begin long before the first mile. Months of maps, border rules, fuel gaps and weather charts shape a quiet plan, the kind that asks for patience and respect. Africa rewards riders who prepare for long...
Miles Deeper: Sisterhood, Struggles, and Triumph Chapter 2 of 2After four days on the trail, the women had already weathered deep sand, broken bikes, and a fair share of unexpected challenges. But as they left Cave Spring behind, the landscape and...
Chasing the Ends of the WorldChapter 1 of 2Some journeys are planned. Others just happen. This one was always both. For those who’ve been riding along since the start, welcome back. You already know: this ride means early morning “mates” on the...
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S & R Big Orange Therapy.There are rides you plan, and rides that simply happen. Ours began in Murrieta, California, when Chris at KTM North America handed us the keys and wished us luck with a grin: “Bring them back in...
VOGE DS800X Rally Engineering a Mid-Weight Adventure Motorcycle DisruptorIn the competitive mid-weight adventure motorcycle segment, new contenders rarely shake up the hierarchy. Yet the 2025 VOGE DS800X Rally has done just that. Produced by VOGE,...
You almost forget you’re wearing it. That was our first thought after a few days riding with the Held eVest Clip-in, the airbag vest powered by In&motion technology. Designed to integrate seamlessly into Held jackets with the clip-in system,...
Adventure riding demands gear that can keep up with unpredictable weather, long days in the saddle, and the occasional off-road challenge. The Held Tamarack Top Adventure Jacket and Tamarack Base Adventure Pant form a two-piece kit designed...
When it comes to motorcycle gloves that can handle everything from summer heat to mountain snow, few options feel as complete as the Sambia 2in1 EVO GTX. We tested them across the Alps in June 2025, riding from Austria to Italy and Slovenia, where...
Deep in the Heart of the Iron GiantErzbergrodeo. The name speaks for itself. Nearly 30 years of history, tradition, and mechanical brutality wrapped into one of the toughest motorcycle events on Earth. Just finishing is an achievement, this year,...
Top Motorcycle Adventure Routes in Austria“So, You Think You’re Ready for the Sauna?” It’s funny how some of the most memorable parts of a motorbike trip have nothing to do with the bike itself. You spend the day carving through mountain passes,...
A Grit-Fueled Journey Across the Southeast Backcountry Chapter 1 of 2In the summer of 2024, after learning of the upcoming release of the new South East BDR route (SEBDR) from Backcountry Discovery Routes (ridebdr.com), Donna Farrell and Tami Bakke...
The BMW R 1300 GS, That Did It All Hard Trails, Alpine Passes.The first thing that hits you is their size. They’re huge, especially the Adventure. Broad, tall, full of muscle and purpose. And yet, there’s something irresistibly beautiful about...
KOVE 450 Rally Purpose-Built for the WildIn a market flooded with adventure bikes that promise the world but shy away from true grit, the KOVE 450 Rally stands out as a machine that doesn’t just look ready, it is prepared. Purpose-built for...
If you’ve been searching for an adventure helmet blending lightweight comfort, tech-savvy design, and premium safety credentials, we’ve just returned from Austria with a story worth sharing. Over two intense weeks, covering 12 hours daily across...
Adventure riding is rarely about staying on course. It’s about adapting, reacting, and embracing every twist, both on the map and under the tires. The same could be said of your gear. On a recent two-week ride across the alpine heart of...
There’s a moment in every rider’s journey when the road turns unpredictable, maybe it’s a sudden pothole, a loose patch of gravel, or the car that didn’t see you coming. Body armor and heavy gear have been the shield against the unknown for years....
Five Days of Sand, Sweat and SurvivalThere’s a certain silence in the desert that speaks louder than engines. It’s the kind of silence that wraps around your helmet as you stare into a horizon that has no end, just heat, dust, and dunes that shift...
A Pact Between Friends and Mountains“You have to come to Patagonia.” After all, I’d already taken Simon Cudby and Randy Commans, also known as Offroadunderground, through the dusty trails of Northern Argentina, shooting alongside 2x Dakar Champion...