Prep / Info

The Race Manual

We have compiled a detailed and informative race manual for all registered and prospective racers. This manual will be updated continuously as we approach the race as we strive to equip racers with the best information possible when planning their ride. If you find that any information is lacking in this manual please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us via the contact page.

Gear / Prep

Bikepacking 101

Bikepacking.com has created a pretty much one stop shop for learning about the genre and gear required to take it on.

Rules / Culture

Self Supported Principles

A phenomenal look at the current state of bikepacking and self supported “rules” by Jackie Baker.

Course / Culture

Armenia Dispatches

Dispatches by Evan Christenson from his and Bo’s 2021 two+ month Armenia trip

Course / Culture

Caucasus Crossing

Bikepacking.com writeup of the incredible bikepacking route that traverses Armenia

Course / Culture

Transcaucasian Trail

Tom Allen takes us along riding the route he developed for the first time with a group of friends

Culture / Planning

Cycling Armenia

A collection of cycling routes in Armenia with additional planning guide and information

Planning / Gear

Drop Bar Bike Setup

A top to bottom look at a Rodeo Labs drop bar bike what would be capable of tackling the Ascend Armenia course.

Planning / Gear

Gear List

An initial gear list for bikepacking in Google spreadsheet format. Useful for planning and modifying your preferred setup.

Planning / Gear

Bikepacking Shelters

RIde With GPS and Kait Boyle share a lot of great information and tips about shelters on the go

Planning / Gear

Water Guide

Finding, filtering, and carrying water while bikepacking