My 7 Favourite Bikepacking Upgrades (2026 Setup)

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Here is my complete list of the best bikepacking gear upgrades for 2026. After years of expedition cycling, I've dialled in my setup with 7 game-changing items that improve comfort, filming, and efficiency on the bike. From the ultimate solar GPS computer to an 8K self-flying drone for solo filmmakers, this is the gear I'm taking on my ride through the Americas. HOVERAir X1 PROMAX — your tracking drone that fits in your pocket: Thanks to HOVERAir for sponsoring this video! @H@HOVERAir_official *Bike and gear list:* THE GEAR LIST. Check out the specific upgrades mentioned in the video here (some of these are affiliate links): *The Bike Computer:* Coros Dura - *Suspension Stem:* Redshift ShockStop Pro Endurance - DISCOUNT CODE (15%): TRISTAN15 *8K Follow Drone:* HOVERAir PROMAX - *Handlebar Rack:* Haute Twisted T-Bar - *Note that I requested a reinforced T-Bar with a higher weight limit; this is a custom design available on request. *E-pump:* Cycplus AS2 Ultra - DISCOUNT CODE (5%): TRISTANRIDLEY *Adventure Sunglasses:* Ombraz Viale - Ultralight *PolarTec Fleece:* Senchi Designs A90 Half-Zip Hoodie - SUPPORT THE JOURNEY Join the community on Patreon for early access to videos, exclusive route details, and behind-the-scenes updates from Mexico. Patreon: TIP JAR for a one-off donation:buymeacoffee.com/tristanrid *Instagram:* for my latest updates *My website:* *My bike* is a Tout Terrain Outback Xplore: *For a €50 discount, use the code ADVENTURE_TR_50 *Interactive map* of my full route around the world: MUSIC FOR CREATORS I source all the music for my films from MusicBed. It’s the best platform I’ve found for cinematic, expedition-style soundtracks. Get a free 14-day trial (and support the channel) here: fm.pxf.io/tristan-freetrial TIMESTAMPS 0:57 - Coros Dura 3:11 - Redshift ShockStop Pro Endurance 4:44 - HOVERAir PRO MAX 6:24 - Haute Twisted T-Bar 8:09 - Cycplus AS2 Ultra 9:24 - Ombraz Viale 11:18 - Senchi Designs A90 Hoodie ABOUT THIS VIDEO In this video, I break down the 7 most impactful upgrades I've made to my bikepacking rig for 2026. Whether you are planning a world tour or a weekend gravel trip, these upgrades cover electronics, comfort, packing, and ultralight clothing. #bikepacking #cycling #bicycletouring #gravelbike #bicycle #HOVERAir #X1promax #besttrackingdrone #followmedrone #selfiedrone #trainwithCOROS MB01IGYKOIJNTPO