{"id":10769,"date":"2026-10-02T20:33:35","date_gmt":"2026-10-02T20:33:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/velomag.eu\/friday-roundup-larkin-tours-top-picks\/"},"modified":"2026-10-02T20:33:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T20:33:35","slug":"friday-roundup-larkin-tours-top-picks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/velomag.eu\/nl\/friday-roundup-larkin-tours-top-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"Friday Roundup: Larkin, Tours & Top Picks!"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the latest edition of our Friday Debrief, we delve into a selection of noteworthy developments in the bikepacking community. This week, we spotlight the Larkin ATB, the British Racing Green collection from Brooks, JJJJustin’s 2026 Tour Divide video, and more.<\/p>\n

Larkin ATB: A Custom Build<\/strong><\/p>\n

Blue Lug has unveiled a custom Darren Larkin bike featuring a striking peach paint job complemented by silver components. This understated build is ideal for both bikepacking adventures and casual rides.<\/p>\n

Brooks’ British Racing Green Collection<\/strong><\/p>\n

Brooks England has introduced the British Racing Green capsule collection, celebrating the daring and debonair. This collection includes the B17 saddle, crafted from high-grade vegetable-tanned leather dyed in a lustrous dark green shade. The B17 Racing Green saddle is available for \u20ac170. (brooksengland.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

JJJJustin’s 2026 Tour Divide Video<\/strong><\/p>\n

Justin McKinley, who secured third place in last year’s singlespeed category, has released his latest Tour Divide video. This comprehensive and focused look at his journey offers valuable insights into riding one of the country’s longest and most scenic routes.<\/p>\n

WTB CGR i28 Wheels<\/strong><\/p>\n

WTB’s new i28 CGR gravel wheelset is designed for speed, featuring an internal width ideal for modern gravel tires. With deep carbon rims and WTB\u2019s advanced Frequency 7X hubs, these wheels are built to deliver speed while maintaining strength on rough terrain. The rims have a 28mm internal width and are available in XDR, HG, and MicroSpline hub options, weighing just 1,373 grams.<\/p>\n

Albion Zoa Mountain Jacket Colors<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Albion Zoa Mountain Jacket is a lightweight, packable insulated jacket for outdoor adventures, made with Pertex Quantum NetPlus fabric. It\u2019s filled with PrimaLoft Gold Active Insulation, which maintains its warmth even when wet, and has loft retention to withstand repeated packing and unpacking. Albion has added two new color options in men\u2019s and women\u2019s sizing: Peat and Storm Grey.<\/p>\n

Apriko Elephant Cargo Fork<\/strong><\/p>\n

German brand Apriko Bikes has published an instructional video for their Elephant Cargo Fork, an innovative solution for carrying heavy loads on your bike. The next preorder is scheduled for February.<\/p>\n

REANIMATOR Wilderness First Responder Bike Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n

REANIMATOR’s upcoming adventure is a multi-day bikepacking trip where participants will encounter numerous opportunities to solve problems, overcome challenges, and apply medical skills along the way. Participants should expect to ride a combined 120 miles across diverse terrain, including frontage roads, gravel, and forest service roads. At the end, everyone will have earned a Wilderness First Responder certification.<\/p>\n

The Paperclip Issue Two Pre-Order<\/strong><\/p>\n

After a successful first issue, Abdulrahman Alkhamees is back with the second issue of The Paperclip<\/em>. The printed publication includes a mix of stories, photography, and work that connects people who care about culture, movement, and honest storytelling. Pre-orders are open for a limited time.<\/p>\n

Events Starting Soon<\/strong><\/p>\n