After riding more than 140,000 km through many countries, my approach to bikepacking gear has become very clear: true minimalism.

I travel with as little as possible — because every gram counts on long tours — but never at the expense of reliability or repairability. Weight is extremely important to me, yet it is only one factor among several. The goal is a lean, efficient setup that I can maintain myself anywhere in the world, with parts that are durable, functional, and actually replaceable when needed.

This page collects the equipment and systems that have survived years of heavy use across continents. No marketing hype, no unnecessary gadgets — only what has proven essential through real-world testing.

You’ll find my core setups for the bike, camping, navigation, cooking and repairs, along with the practical lessons learned the hard way. If you value a minimalist, self-sufficient bikepacking or cycle touring rig, you’re in the right place.

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