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Best Soap for Bikepacking: How to Wash Light Without Compromise


🚴‍♂️ Best Soap for Bikepacking: How to Wash Light Without Compromise

When you’re covering miles on two wheels and carrying everything you need, every gram matters. Whether you’re on a weekend gravel grind or a multi-day off-road expedition, finding ways to stay clean without adding bulk is crucial.

That’s why more riders are turning to Grizzly Bars—our handmade, all-in-one soap and shampoo bars that are compact, effective, and made for life on the move.


🧼 What Makes a Great Soap for Bikepacking?

The best soap for bikepacking should be:

✅ Lightweight
✅ Compact
✅ Multi-use (body, face, hair, hands)
✅ Easy to rinse with little water
✅ Eco-friendly and biodegradable

Grizzly Bars tick all these boxes—and more.


🥾 All-in-One Soap & Shampoo = Less to Carry

Forget the separate bottle of shampoo, face wash, and body soap. With Grizzly Bars, you only need one small bar:

  • Lathers well even in cold water
  • Works on hair, skin, and hands
  • Saves space, weight, and hassle

That means more room for essentials—like snacks, tools, and spare socks!


💧 Rinses Clean with Minimal Water

Out in the wild, clean water isn’t always easy to come by. That’s why we’ve formulated our bars to:

  • Rinse off quickly
  • Leave no sticky residue
  • Require just a splash of water

Perfect for quick washes with a water bottle or a stream splash.

🧴 Pro Tip: Lather in your sisal soap saver bag to double as a scrubber and keep your soap dry between washes.


🏕️ Best Way to Wash When Bikepacking Light

Here’s how to stay fresh without adding weight to your setup:

1. Use a Soap Saver Bag
Carry your Grizzly Bar in a mesh or sisal pouch. Hang it outside your bag to dry between uses.

2. Find a Quiet Spot by a Stream or Use a Water Bottle
If wild washing isn’t an option, a small foldable bowl or 500ml bottle is enough.

3. Wash Head-to-Toe with One Bar
Hair, face, armpits, feet—all done in minutes. No plastic, no fuss.

4. Air-Dry Quickly
Our bars leave no residue, so you’ll dry faster and feel fresher even in a tent or bivvy.


🌿 Gentle on Skin, Tough on Grime

Bikepacking gets dirty—mud, sweat, suncream, and trail dust build up fast. Grizzly Bars are:

  • Packed with natural essential oils
  • Antibacterial (especially Tea Tree & Charcoal!)
  • Gentle on sensitive skin
  • Free from harsh detergents or artificial scents

Your skin stays clean and calm, even after a day in the saddle.


🧳 The Best Soap for Bikepackers – Why Riders Love Grizzly Bars

🚵‍♀️ Small and mighty – lasts weeks
🌍 Plastic-free and biodegradable
🧼 Does it all – hair, skin, shaving
🪥 No mess – no bottles, no leaks
💧 Rinses fast, even with limited water

Whether you’re riding through the Peaks, wild camping in the Highlands, or racing off-road events like GBDuro, Grizzly Bars are a wash kit essential.


🚲 Travel Light, Stay Fresh

Being outdoors doesn’t mean giving up feeling clean. With Grizzly Bars, you can travel lighter, wash smarter, and leave no trace.

Browse our full range here and pack one for your next adventure.

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