Originally Posted by
alan s
Bikepacking is the synthesis of mountain biking and minimalist camping. It evokes the freedom of multi-day backcountry hiking, but with the range and thrill of riding a mountain bike. It’s about exploring places less traveled, both near and far, via singletrack trails, gravel, and abandoned dirt roads, carrying only essential gear.
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excellent. you've defined the activity, rather than the gear.
with this, it IS possible to go bike-a-packin' with a 1980's hi-ten steel
hybrid with 2" tires, 3*5 freewheel gearing, and rear rack with a pair
of 8L front panniers......carrying minimal gear.