Bike Check: Jason's Otso Voytek Kenai 250 Setup

Yesterday we posted this race recap by Jason Rowland from the Kenai 250 bikepacking race on the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. Today we share with you photos and details on his bike setup, as well as layers and other essentials he brought along for the 40 hour adventure.

Kenai 250 Race Recap - Some of Alaska’s Best Singletrack in One Long Ride

It started when I swapped the fat tires on my Otso Voytek with 27.5+ wheels, a Fox 34 shock, and a dropper post during a hazy period of COVID quarantine. Obviously this meant that I need to ride the Kenai 250, or at least that’s what told my wife when I asked her to pick up a giant curb-side box of parts at my local bike shop. That, along with “always wanting to check out those trails,” convinced me to spend the hefty $20 to register my InReach tracker with the event.

ReportsJason RowlandAugust 14, 2020kenai 250, alaska, kenai peninsula, bikepacking, otso, memberstory

Bivo Launches Stainless Steel Bike Bottle

New company Bivo is launching a new stainless steel cycling water bottle, the Bivo One.

2021 Wahoo KICKR May Be The Best Trainer Yet

Today Wahoo reveals its fifth-generation KICKR which features improved power accuracy and an even more realistic ride feel.

NewsDave MalwitzAugust 11, 2020wahoo, kickr

TranzX Gravel Dropper Posts Now Available

Long time OE manufacturer TranzX will now offer dropper posts direct-to-consumer at prices starting as low as $99, made possible through a partnership with US-based, Dialed Distribution.

The Legacy of Mark Satkiewicz

The passing of Mark Satkiewicz, his legacy, and the Memorial Fund launched in his name.

NewsDave MalwitzAugust 7, 2020sbt grvl, mark satkiewicz, mark satkiewicz memorial fund

Chaco X New Belgium Recovery Sandals

Chaco and New Belgium Brewing have announced these collaboration sandals, that bring together the Fat Tire brand and comfortable Chillos Recovery Slides for the ultimate post-activity combo.

NewsDave MalwitzAugust 6, 2020chacos, new belgium, footwear, sandals, collaboration

The ENVE Adventure Fork Takes Gravel To New Levels

Today ENVE officially announced their all-new, full-carbon Adventure Fork. This fork is the result of a collaboration between ENVE and their custom frame builder partners to provide the right features and geometry for adventure-oriented gravel and bikepacking frames. The Adventure Fork features a three-pack of accessory mounts on each fork leg, axle flip-chips for ride tuning, and internal dynamo routing for lights and electronics charging.

NewsDave MalwitzAugust 4, 2020enve, enve adventure fork, 2021 moots routt 45, horse cycles, gravel bikes

Complete Gravel Bike Round-Up From The 2020 ENVE Builder Show

A complete gravel bike round-up from the 2020 ENVE Builder Show. While the show contained a total of 23 Bikes, we have highlighted the Top 10 Gravel Bikes featured at this year’s summit. In the past, ENVE has done a fantastic job working with handmade bike builders from around the world to highlight their work while also showcasing some of their composite components.

Speedvagen GTFO Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The new Speedvagen GTFO is a steel adventure gravel bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from Dan at Speedvagen on the story and features behind this steel gravel bike.

Breadwinner B-Road Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The 2021 Breadwinner B-Road featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from Tony at Breadwinner on the story and features behind the update to the popular B-Road gravel bike.

Scarab Colombian Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The Scarab Páramo Gravel Bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from Scarab on the story and features behind this custom painted steel gravel bike from Colombia.

2021 Moots Routt 45 Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The 2021 Moots Routt 45 adds extra clearance and new geometry, as featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from the builder on the story and features behind the update to Moots’ most important gravel bike.

Alchemy E-Ronin Gravel E-Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The E-Ronin from Alchemy is a USA made gravel e-bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from the builder on the story and features behind this electronic dream.

Prova Monster Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The Prova Mostro is a titanium gravel bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from the builder on the story and features behind this custom monster gravel bike.

Bingham Built 27.5 Plus Adventure Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The Bingham Built adventure bikepacking bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from the builder on the story and features behind this custom 27.5 plus gravel bike.

Holland Cycles Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The Holland gravel bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from the builder on the story and features behind this custom Titanium Gravel Bike.

Horse Cycles Stainless Steel Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The Horse Cycles gravel bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from the builder on the story and features behind this custom Stainless Steel All Road.

Sklar Titanium Gravel Bike - ENVE Builder Round-Up

The Sklar All Road gravel bike featured at this year’s ENVE Builder Round-Up. Hear from Adam Sklar on the story and features behind this custom All Road.

Niner Solidarity Letter Afterword by Amanda Nauman

We hear from Niner Athlete and SDG Factory Team racer Amanda Nauman as she reflects on the Niner Solidarity Letter written to the cycling community.

NewsDave MalwitzJuly 28, 2020amanda nauman, niner bikes, niner, solidarity, sdg team