{"id":605694,"date":"2026-09-04T13:52:18","date_gmt":"2026-09-04T13:52:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/605694\/"},"modified":"2026-09-04T13:52:18","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T13:52:18","slug":"friday-debrief-drip-wax-revelate-laser-pauls-brass-bits-overbuilt-bikes-and-more-bikepacking-com","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/605694\/","title":{"rendered":"Friday Debrief: Drip Wax, Revelate Laser, Paul\u2019s Brass Bits, Overbuilt Bikes, and More\u2026 \u2013 BIKEPACKING.com"},"content":{"rendered":"

This week\u2019s Debrief features a folding gravel bike, easy-on wax, LeBron James\u2019s 32\u2033 Grizl, a few fresh videos, silver PNW droppers, Revelate\u2019s new laser, four events to follow live, and more. Find it all here\u2026<\/p>\n

The weekly Debrief highlights small but important bits of news, products, and things that caught our attention on the website, in the conversation, and elsewhere around the community. These include upcoming events and interesting items our readers shared in the comments. Check out this week\u2019s findings below.<\/p>\n

Bits & Bobs<\/p>\n

New products that are worth highlighting but didn\u2019t make the Dispatch\u2026<\/p>\n

Bike Friday Pocket Rocket Further<\/p>\n

Made in Oregon, USA \/ $3,200 at Bike Friday<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Bike<\/a><\/p>\n

Bike Friday\u2019s new Pocket Rocket Further is a fresh take on their folding road bike, transformed from a tarmac specialist into a lightweight gravel machine. It\u2019ll clear up to a 1.6\u2033 tire and features hydraulic disc brakes, flat mount calipers, thru-axles, replaceable dropouts, and a UDH hanger. The Oregon-made Pocket Rocket Further can also be outfitted with matching front and rear racks for loaded touring. <\/p>\n

Ritchey Alloy WCS and Classic Bigfoot Pedals<\/p>\n

Made in Taiwan \/ $119.95 at Ritchey Logic<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Ritchey<\/a>
\n\"Ritchey<\/a><\/p>\n

Building on the original reinforced nylon Comp Bigfoot pedal, Ritchey has expanded the lineup with two new alloy models: the WCS Bigfoot in a BB Black finish and the Classic Bigfoot in high-polish silver. Both share the same 6061 alloy body, CroMo axle, 10-pin platform, and are intended for singletrack, loaded bikepacking, and everyday riding.<\/p>\n

NOCS Fall 2026 Colors<\/p>\n

$79.95+ at NOCS Provisions<\/a><\/p>\n

NOCS Provisions recently unveiled its fall 2026 colors, featuring several vivid new combinations for the Field Tube 10\u00d732 (Lupine Blue and Algae Green), Zoom Tube 8\u00d732 (Tourmaline Black, Ember Red, and Frost Purple), and Standard Issue 10\u00d725 Waterproof Binoculars (Sarcodes Red).<\/p>\n

Goodday Cycles Spacer Cradle Sale<\/p>\n

Made in Colorado \/ $200 at Goodday Cycles<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Goodday<\/a><\/p>\n

Chris Besnia at Goodday Cycles has announced their annual Spacer Cradle sale! It\u2019s the same one Logan reviewed<\/a>, and it only goes on sale once a year. As it stands, it\u2019s a pre-order that Chris holds until September 22nd. Secure yours by heading over to their site.<\/p>\n

The Heirloom x Outer Shell Stem Caddy<\/p>\n

Made in San Francisco, California \/ $65 at Heirloom Cycles<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Heirloom<\/a><\/p>\n

Heirloom Cycles in California have partnered with Outer Shell to make a fun little stem caddy. Announced through this fun, nicely edited reel<\/a>, it looks to be a great, convenient little stem caddy made with the quality we expect from Outer Shell.<\/p>\n

Updated SCOTT Addict Gravel<\/p>\n

$2,499+ at SCOTT<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Scott<\/a>
\n\"Scott<\/a><\/p>\n

SCOTT rebuilt its flagship gravel model around comfort and versatility, adding more tire clearance (up to 57mm), a noticeably smoother ride, refined geometry for confidence on rougher terrain, and clever integrated storage for repairs and essentials. The new Addict Gravel was announced yesterday, with prices ranging from $2,499 for a frameset up to $10,499 for a top-level build.<\/p>\n

Stan\u2019s Polar Drip Wax<\/p>\n

Made in USA \/ $18 at Stans<\/a><\/p>\n

Released earlier this week, Stan\u2019s Polar Drip Wax is a high-performance, plant-based wax lube that bonds to metal at the molecular level. Unlike other wax treatments, Polar Drip Wax doesn\u2019t require a crock pot, and it provides 200+ miles of low-friction mileage before another application is needed. It\u2019s applied to a clean, new chain just like normal chain lube, but it requires two coats and must be left to cure for eight hours before riding.<\/p>\n

PNW Silver Range<\/p>\n

$50-240 at PNW Components<\/a><\/p>\n

\"PNW<\/a>
\n\"PNW<\/a><\/p>\n

PNW just released a very limited run of silver components, which includes both their dropper lever and Loam dropper post in a lovely, bright silver finish. Quantities are limited, so move fast if you\u2019re interested.<\/p>\n

More Paul Brass Bits<\/p>\n

Made in USA \/ $30+ at Paul Components<\/a><\/p>\n

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Beyond their usual array of anodized colors, Paul Components also offers raw brass versions of some components. They are heavier and cost more, but it\u2019s hard to argue with a bit of brass on a special build. Paul just expanded their brass options to include Bar End Plugs and Stem Topcaps, and they have already been offering them in Spring Adjusters and Baby Groovy Barrel Adjusters. <\/p>\n

Fab\u2019s Flat Fanny<\/p>\n

Made in the USA \/ $166 at Rons Bikes<\/a><\/p>\n

\"rons<\/a><\/p>\n

Making their debut at this year\u2019s MADE show<\/a>, Ronnie Romance\u2019s latest product is a wearable. Speaking to him at the show, he said it was basically a more capable and spacious jersey pocket that could be worn like a bag. Like all of his products, it\u2019s made in the USA, and uses high quality materials. Check out his introductory explainer on YouTube<\/a> for all the details.<\/p>\n

Around the Community<\/p>\n

News from around the bikepacking world\u2026<\/p>\n

Beautiful Overbuilt Bikes<\/p>\n

Jonny Nelson\u2019s latest YouTube video takes viewers on a bike shop tour of Mack\u2019s Bike & Goods in Evanston, Illinois, to check out some beautiful, weird, handmade, and wonderfully overbuilt bikes, including a Mone El Continente, Rivendell Hunqapillar, and many others. Watch it above.<\/p>\n

Bikepacking the Pyramids<\/p>\n

After needing to reroute around the Pyramids during his 2024 Oregon Timber Trail ride, Chris Wilson and his friend Paul have been plotting a return ever since. Paul schemed up a route that linked part of the Pyramids with some other big singletrack descents, and they recently took it on together. <\/p>\n

LeBron James\u2019 Custom 32\u2033 Canyon Grizl CF<\/p>\n

To mark Canyon\u2019s partnership with one of global sport\u2019s greatest icons, they were tasked with creating a one-off bike that\u2019s a match for LeBron: a custom 32-inch Canyon Grizl CF. From Canyon: \u201cCreating LeBron\u2019s Grizl CF was not merely a case of taking our current frame design and making it bigger. 32\u201d wheels called for a whole new approach with a custom geometry and bespoke carbon frame.\u201d <\/p>\n

Using a DJI Drone for Bikepacking Videos<\/p>\n

Josh Reid has created quite the reputation for filming and documenting bikepacking races, balancing the demands of participating in events while also leaving enough time to chat with racers, record footage, and keep his gadgets charged. In a new video, he shares some details on the DJI drone he has been using and how he puts it to use in the field. <\/p>\n

Events Starting Soon<\/p>\n

What to watch this weekend and bikepacking events starting soon\u2026<\/p>\n

Smoke \u2018n\u2019 Fire 400
\n\"women<\/a><\/p>\n

The Idaho Smoke \u2018n\u2019 Fire 400 is a 400-ish-mile self-supported mountain bike route traversing some of Idaho\u2019s diverse geography on two-track, big gravel and dirt Forest Service roads, singletrack, and some paved roads. This year\u2019s grand depart kicked off yesterday morning, with nearly 60 riders participating. Follow their progress live here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bohemian Border Bash
\n\"Bohemian<\/a><\/p>\n

The Bohemian Border Bash is a fixed-route, 1,400-kilometer ultra-endurance on and off-road cycling competition that circumnavigates the ancient borders of Bohemia. There are over 50 riders participating in this year\u2019s race, which starts tomorrow morning at 6 a.m. local time. Follow along live here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Big Beautiful Badger
\n\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

The Big Beautiful Badger is a self-supported bikepacking challenge beginning in Coleman, Alberta, on September 5, 2026. There are two route options: the Baby Badger, a formidable 361-kilometer route with approximately 7,481 meters of climbing, or the Big Badger, a 637-kilometer backcountry beatdown with roughly 11,650 meters of ascent. Follow along live here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Alps Divide Ultra
\n\"Alps<\/a><\/p>\n

The Alps Divide ULTRA is a self-supported, single-stage, mixed-terrain bikepacking challenge from the Mediterranean Sea to Lake Geneva. Over 100 riders will be taking on the 1,000-kilometer route, tackling over 32,000 meters of elevation gain along the way. This year\u2019s grand depart starts tomorrow morning, and you can follow along live here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Weekly Social<\/p>\n

Some things we found around the \u2018gram and elsewhere. This week, some great thoughts from Fairlight\u2019s Dom Thomas on additive manufacturing and Revelate Design\u2019s new laser!<\/p>\n

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