Following our first written roundup highlighting some of the most interesting bikes and gear from the 2026 Sea Otter Classic, Neil shares his video recap of day one, including stunning new bikes, fresh bike tech, and more. Watch it here…
The annual Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California, serves as the year’s unofficial kick-off for the bike industry. The four-day event is packed with races, group rides, and brand activations, and it’s chock-full of new and upcoming products. Miles and Neil are wading through the sea of new bikes and tech this year, and they already have a lot to show off.
We shared our first photo gallery from the event earlier today, and hot on its heels is a video recap from Neil that shares more fresh finds from day one at the 2026 Sea Otter Classic. It features everything from new bags, bars, and hubs to specifics on the Salsa Fargo 32, Kona Unity, and a new steel bike from Hudski. Give the full video a watch below, and stay tuned for more!
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