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Sep 19

The 9th Annual Giant Loop Ride in Progress

By D | Adventure Touring, Blog, Camping, Dirt bike, Enduro, Events, News, Overland, Photos, travel

Clean air and big skies today!

Excellent day to be on the road!

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Sep 18

Framing the Spirit of Our 9th Annual Ride

By D | Adventure Touring, Camping, Dirt bike, Dualsport, Enduro, Events, News, Overland, Photos, Riders, trail bike, travel

A couple of great photos by the amazing photographer Dave Schelske to kick off the occasion…

“Woohooo! First time I’ve seen blue in the sky in almost 2 weeks. A great way to kick off the 9th Annual Giant Loop Ride! A day early for the Rally and already have 222 miles in on some epic desert terrain.” — Dave Schelske @advnorthwest

read the full review here…

And thanks Dave, for riding with Giant Loop!

Sep 09

GL Mojavi Saddlebag Reviewed

By D | bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Dualsport, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Reviews, Saddlebags, Tech Tips

Check out this article from our friends at Dirt Bike Magazine!

“We tested the Giant Loop MoJavi system with a Possibles Pouch. This adds an additional 3.5 liters of volume. Both the MoJavi and Possibles mount up very simply, and the new Pronghorn Strap (uses stamped aluminum buckles, arrows line up for easy fastening, and the metal buckle is sheathed for scratch protection) is an improvement in mounting the luggage up. We stuffed them with a spare waterproof pullover; fit in tubes, tools, rags and spares; and can honestly say that we didn’t feel the luggage when we rode. Over months of testing we found the Giant Loop MoJavi to be super durable. They distribute the load nicely, and because we were carrying less of a body load, our long, tough off-road pulls were made easier. The zippers are super heavy duty and a bit tough to close, but beyond that, we consider this a big thumbs up for the dualsport/long-haul trail rider!” — Dirt Bike Magazine

Thanks for riding with Giant Loop!

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Sep 02

Off-roading in Bogota

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Dry Bags, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Photos, Riders, Saddlebags, Tank Bags, trail bike, travel

A couple of great photos from riders in Columbia off-roading with GL bags on a Husqvarna 701…

“Hola! We are users of Giant Loop products. We like them a lot and we are admirers of their quality. Somos 3 off road!!!” — Alejandro Restrepo

Thanks for the pictures!

Giant Loop — designed in Bend, Oregon. Ridden worldwide…

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Aug 30

Last Day to Register for GL’s Annual Ride!!!

By D | Adventure Touring, Blog, Camping, Enduro, Events, Giant Loop Gear, News, Riders, travel

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, THE 9TH ANNUAL GIANT LOOP RIDE IS ON — LET’S GO

9th Annual Giant Loop Ride is September 18-20, 2020 in Crystal Crane Hot Springs, Oregon, USA…

Join us — over 170 people registered already, for the biggest dual sport event in Oregon!

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Giant Loop — designed in Bend, Oregon. Ridden worldwide…

Gear-up here!

Aug 19

KTM 390 Adventure Makes a Perfect Fit for Giant Loop Gear

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Dry Bags, Dualsport, Enduro, Fitment, Giant Loop Gear, KTM, Panniers, Photos, Riders, Saddlebags, Straps, Tank Bags, Tech Tips

Local rider and good friend Kathy let GL use her brand new 2020 KTM 390 Adventure to model our gear. This bike is a great “bang for the buck” — super quiet and stealthy. And less than $8,000 out the door!

We ran through a few different combos — mixing and matching Great Basin Saddlebags, Coyote Saddlebags, MoJavi Saddlebags with our Fandango, Diablo and Buckin’ Roll Tank Bags, Zigzag Handlebar Bag, Pannier Pockets, Rogue Dry Bag, Possibles Pouch, Bushwackers Hand Guards and Lift Straps…

“Personally, my favorite combo because it’s well proportioned to the bike is Coyote (expands with Rogue and Possible Pouches), Diablo (expands with Pannier Pockets) – plus Zigzag and Possibles Pouches on crash bars if more storage is needed.” — Harold Olaf Cecil, Founder of Giant Loop

Thanks Kathy!

Giant Loop — designed in Bend, Oregon. Ridden worldwide…

Aug 15

ADV Rider Review: A Tale of Two Tank Bags

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, New Product, Reviews, Side By Side, Tank Bags, Tech Tips

Up in New Brunswick, Canada, Adventure Rider Zac makes a good comparison of Diablo and Buckin’ Roll Tank Bags…

“Tank Bags are some of the most useful pieces of kit you can add to a motorcycle, offering streamlined cargo capacity that’s quickly accessible. Over the past year, I’ve run two Giant Loop Tank Bags. Before I left for Labrador last year, Giant Loop sent me a Diablo Tank Bag, and this spring, they sent me the updated Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag. They’re similar, but they’re designed for slightly different roles.” — Zac Kurylyk

read the entire review here…

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Aug 09

New Bushwackers Hand Guards!

By D | Adventure Touring, Blog, Deals, Dirt bike, Dualsport, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, New Product, Overland, Snow, Snow Bike, Snowmobile, Straps, Tech Tips, trail bike

Get ready for fall! GL is introducing two new styles of Bushwackers Hand Guards — one with a topo map theme and the other with a pine forest motif…

Both designs feature our new 18″ Pronghorn Straps — 3″ longer than the previous version to accommodate a wider array of deflectors and handlebars.

We call them “hand savers” as they keep hands dry up to forearm while riding in rain. Keep controls cleaner, drier, warmer and more comfortable in dirt, mud, rain, snow and brush. The new straps fit virtually every bike and deflector combo on the market — are easier to install and remove and are better suited to off-road riding. They pack flat to stow until needed — mounted and removed in just a minute. Perfect for adventure touring, dual sporting, trail riding, off-road racing, snow biking and snowmobiling.

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Jul 29

The Suzuki V-Strom With Great Basin Saddlebags

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Camping, Dirt bike, Dry Bags, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Saddlebags, Suzuki, trail bike, travel

Another Suzuki V-Strom riding into the wild with GL Great Basin Saddlebags…

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Jul 28

Andrew Short Riding With a Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag

By D | Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, New Product, News, Photos, Racer, Tank Bags, trail bike

Spotted on the trail training for the Dakar Rally — so stoked to have Factory Yamaha’s rally racer Andrew Short riding with Giant Loop’s new Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag!

Super rad — thanks Shorty!

Jul 25

Zigzag Bag and Buckin’ Roll Bag on a Honda CRF450L in Colorado

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Honda, Photos, Tank Bags, trail bike

Check out these beautiful photos from rcrinerii at ADVRider.com riding with a Zigzag Handlebar Bag, Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag and Klamath Tail Rack on a Honda CRF450L in Colorado…

“CO finally! Made it to Crested Butte/Taylor Park area with my GL gear. It’s awesome. Rolling with a Zigzag Handlebar Bag, Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag and new Klamath Tail Rack Pack on Honda CRF450L. I got the Tail Rack the night before I left and didn’t have time to get it installed. Even without the Pronghorn Straps it worked perfectly. Thanks again for the great customer service and products.” — rcrinerii

Epic views — looks like fun!

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Jul 24

TAT’N Back!

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Camping, Dry Bags, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Honda, Panniers, Rally Raid Products, Riders, Saddlebags, Tank Bags, travel, Video

Great video update in Colorado from our friends Juan and Jenny heading west on a month-long Trans America Trail journey using Coyote Saddlebags, Diablo Tank Bag, Siskiyou Panniers, Tillamook Dry Bag and Pannier Pockets on their Rally Raid Honda CB500X‘s…

“A few more Colorado passes before Utah.” — Juan Browne

Check out more videos from Juan on YouTube at the Blancolirio channel…

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Jul 22

The World’s Best Saddlebag!

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Reviews, Saddlebags, Tech Tips, trail bike, travel

Check out this photo taken by GL customer Doigy at the Kenya-Tanzania border on the shore of Lake Natron with Mt. Shompole in the background. The rear wheel of the bike is in Kenya, front wheel is in Tanzania!

“I use your products on a regular basis and cannot fault them. In particular your Coyote Saddlebag is an awesome product. It fits on every motorbike I have ever tried it on. It has never come loose, ever, and 95% of my riding is rough off-road stuff. I’ve fallen off plenty of times and have yet to damage the saddlebag. This bag is clearly designed by bikers, for bikers. I’ve been riding motorbikes for 45 years and had numerous types and makes of luggage, and none have ever been able to take the punishment like what I have given the Coyote. None. And despite the thousands of kilometers of off road punishment, the bag still looks like new. Amazing! Well done to all of you at Giant Loop, makers of the world’s best saddlebag! Warmest Regards from Kenya, East Africa.” — Doigy

Amazing photo — thanks for riding with Giant Loop!

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Jul 20

Coyote and Diablo Bags on a on KTM 950 Super Enduro

By D | bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, KTM, Photos, Riders, Saddlebags, Tank Bags, Tech Tips, trail bike, travel

A couple good ones from customer SpeedyR who rides a KTM 950 Super Enduro…

“Just finished a big chunk of the Kentucky Adventure Tour with a couple of friends. Coyote Saddlebag and Diablo Tank Bag worked great as usual. First time using the Diablo on the 950 and was impressed with the volume, ease of getting things in and out, and zippers. Need to get another base so I can use it on my (new to me) 500 and probably a MoJavi Saddlebag. Rode some of the ‘hard’ sections, and the western side of the trails this year. Two thumbs up!” — SpeedyR

Thanks Speedy — nice ride!

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Jul 19

Mojave Saddlebag and Possibles Pouch on a KTM 690 Enduro R

By D | bike packing, Dry Bags, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Reviews, Saddlebags, Straps, Tech Tips

Mojave Saddlebags and Possibles Pouch are a perfect fit on a 2018 KTM 690 Enduro R. A customer from ADV Rider sent us this email…

“A shout out to Giant Loop for A+++++ support on every aspect of product from pre-sales questions, price, shipping, and coming up with storage ideas. I love the Mojave Saddlebags to hold everything I need for a ride. Small and lightweight enough not to interfere with the the bike’s riding characteristics. I thought the rear gas fill on the KTM 690 Enduro R would be a hassle. But it takes no more than a minute extra to shift the Mojave forward. I currently carry a few fuel bottles strapped down with Pronghorn Straps. The Mojave Bags are nice and snug. Also keeps center of gravity low. I waiting for the GL Rogue Dry Bag for longer trips. Should fit on top of the Mojave.” — GF-kam

Check out GL’s vendor thread on Adventure Rider here. It’s a great place for riders to see fit examples, other riders on epic adventures, news, updates and new product announcements from Giant Loop…

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Jun 25

The Legendary KTM 950 Adventure with MotoTrekk Panniers

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, KTM, Panniers, Saddlebags, travel

Throwback Thursday salutes the legendary KTM 950 Adventure. This one equipped with GL MotoTrekk Panniers…

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Jun 15

Beta 500 RR-S with Diablo, Mojavi Bags and Possibles Pouch

By D | Adventure Touring, Beta, bike packing, Blog, Camping, Dirt bike, Dualsport, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Overland, Photos, Riders, Saddlebags, Straps, Tank Bags, trail bike

GL loves it when riders send us photos! These amazing pictures are from Bryan from Veterans Back 40 Adventure…

His Beta 500 RR-S is geared-up with Mojavi Saddlebags, Diablo Tank Bag and Possibles Pouch secured with Pronghorn Straps…

Great photos Bryan — thanks for riding with Giant Loop!

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Jun 14

O2Riders Rally Kits

By D | Adventure Touring, Dirt bike, Enduro, Events, Husqvarna, KTM, New Product, News, Riders, Tech Tips

GL friend Alberto Mancuso of the company O2Riders based in Spain sold his first rally kit to a USA customer!

Alberto’s primary business has been motorcycle tours of North Africa and Europe, but as the global pandemic put travel plans on hold, he accelerated product development and manufacturing.

O2Riders is now offering these beautiful Spanish-made rally kits for KTM and Husqvarna enduro and adventure models. Bluetooth roadbook controls and other trick bits in the works. Currently, the website is in Spanish and Italian. English version coming soon…

Buena suerte Alberto!

Jun 11

Gearing-up a Husqvarna in Kentucky

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Husqvarna, Overland, Photos, Saddlebags, Straps, Tank Bags, trail bike

These excellent photos sent to GL from our friend Andy. He’s got it all on his Husqvarna 250! MoJavi Saddlebags, Possibles Pouch, Pronghorn Straps and Zigzag Handlebar Bag…

“I’m super glad I brought all that, because about 70 miles in to the first day and the farthest point from our cabin we got a flat. Luckily I had a tube and tools in the MoJavi Saddlebags, a patch kit and pump in my Possibles Pouch. So I was able to swap the tube and we were on our way. The MoJavi Saddlebags were super secure even on some enduro type stepped ledges. They didn’t get in my way at all and held secure where I mounted them. Super convenient and stable. Thank you!” — Andy Janik, Sullivan Tool and Repair

Nice gear — thanks for going with Giant Loop!

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Jun 08

GL Rocks Utah!

By D | bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, KTM, Photos, Saddlebags, Tank Bags, Tech Tips, trail bike, travel

Check out this photo sent to us of a KTM 690 rocking Coyote Saddlebags and Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag…

“Giant Loop Bags coming in handy on the Utah Backcountry Discovery Route, excellent quality and hold all my gear!” — Marck Bloemers

We love this photo — thanks Marck!

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Jun 06

Insta360 Cam Covers GL MoJavi, Buckin’ Roll and Zigzag Bags

By D | bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, KTM, Riders, Saddlebags, Suzuki, Tank Bags, Tech Tips, Video

Check out this Bend, OR dirt bike chase with Giant Loop’s MoJavi Saddlebags, Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag and Zigzag Handlebar Bag…

Shot with the Insta360, our dude Ryan chasing Instacam distributor Peter on a single track trail. We love how the MoJavi Saddlebag on Peter’s KTM 500 EXC never shifts, bounces or gets in the way. On Ryan’s Suzuki RMZ 450, the Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag and Zigzag Handlebar Bag is also equally stable…

With Giant Loop gear, riders can pack less weight in their backpack and more on the bike for better endurance, comfort and reduced fatigue. Like it’s not even there!

Designed by riders for riders. Go light. Go fast. Go far!

Jun 01

Cycle News Honda CRF450L Project Bike Full-on With GL Gear

By D | bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Fuel, Giant Loop Gear, Honda, News, Reviews, Riders, Saddlebags, Straps, Tank Bags, Tech Tips, trail bike, travel

GL’s Gas Bag, MoJavi Saddlebags, Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag and Pronghorn Straps on Cycle News project Honda CRF450L build — a trail worthy dual sport…

“Thank you guys again for providing the great Giant Loop products for our Honda CRF450L story. The MoJavi Saddlebags, Fender Rack, Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag, Pronghorn Straps and Gas Bag are all really great products! The story is in this week’s Cycle News. Thanks!” — Sean Finley, Digital Throttle

Right on Sean, perfect setup on that bike!

May 28

Giant Loop in New KLIM Taurus Mountains Video

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Camping, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, KTM, Panniers, Photos, Riders, Saddlebags, Tank Bags, trail bike, travel, Video

Internationally known filmmaker Tolga toured the Taurus Mountains in Turkey with Siskiyou Panniers and Great Basin Saddlebags…

“From the rugged Taurus Mountains, to central deserts and towering cliffs, to northern forests, Turkey is an adventure riding paradise. We took an opportunity to explore the vast country, overcoming challenges that all adventure riders face at some point. Follow along as our small group immerses into the unique terrain rich with history, culture and new experiences.” — Tolga Basol, tolga@ridemust.com

And he sent us these recent photos of his bike outfitted with a Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag and the GL Fender/Number Plate Bag on KLIM’s KTM two-stroke trail bike…

Thanks Tolga — great to see you riding with GL!

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May 26

Zigzag Bag, Tail Rack, Possibles Pouch and Pronghorn Straps

By D | Adventure Touring, bike packing, Blog, Dirt bike, Enduro, Giant Loop Gear, Photos, Straps, Tech Tips, trail bike

Our friend Andy sent us an email detailing how he uses Giant Loop gear to make the magic happen…

“I’ve been using the Zigzag Handlebar Bag, Tail Rack and Possibles Pouch with the Pronghorn Straps. The Tail Rack holds the Possibles Pouch super secure with the Pronghorn Straps. I threw all my tools in there so I always have them on the bike and did some really rocky rides and hill climbs and I was never worried I’d lose the tools. It was great! Not having to worry about my gear being secure is so nice. It gives me the confidence to rip harder sections and never worry. The Zigzag Handlebar Bag is great for holding my phone and snacks and charger. Not having to take my backpack off to get to essentials is great!” — Andy Janik

Good one Andy — thanks!