Travel news: Bikepacking - The world on two wheels

A gust of wind rustles through the trees beside you. Fresh air hits your face as morning dew dampens your tyres, leaving faint tracks behind you. 

The day is young, and there are miles still to cover before you reach your resting spot for the night. But instead of fear, you feel excitement, wondering what the journey ahead will bring.

Everything you need is with you. Nothing more, nothing less, writes Travel News Blitz’s Freya Leather.

Travel has always been about freedom: the freedom to explore, discover, and connect.

In recent years, a new style of adventure has captured the imagination of outdoor enthusiasts and wanderers alike: bikepacking.