Why we like it: The best bikepacking bike for you depends on where you’ll be riding and how comfortable you are on the bike.

If you've been following the Orbea Factory Team on Instagram, did you notice a new helmet on Belgian National champion Pierre de Froidmont?

But while WorldTour teams are often made up of a uniform collection of perfectly and professionally prepped bikes, freshly pressed jerseys and pristine white shoes, the metaphorical gravel paddock is ...