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Thermarest 'Fast & Light' Sleeping Mats Explained

Posted by Mark Richardson on 7th Aug 2026

Thermarest divide their sleeping mats into three distinct ranges, Fast & Light, Trek & Travel and Camp Comfort - In this post we focus on the Fast & Light category explaining the differences between each mat and giving our opinion.

MSR's Lightweight Bikepacking Kit List

Posted by Lois Fife on 3rd Feb 2026

Whether you are racing the length or breadth of the country or enjoying a scenic tour of coffee shops and stately homes, your basic needs for shelter, sleeping and making a brew won’t differ greatly so, here are a few items that are compact and lightweight enough to fit on the bike and not weigh you down, allowing you to enjoy your next adventure. The main characteristics of a bikepacki …
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