Tag: Gravel Cycling
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The PEARL iZUMi Contours Gravel Collection – Beats the Heat and Looks Good Too
As someone who spends a lot of time on a bike, I’m always on the lookout for cycling apparel that goes above and beyond the typical. PEARL iZUMi’s Limited Edition Contours Gravel Collection delivers just that, with its high-performance pieces inspired by earth’s natural landscapes and designed for any road, gravel or singletrack. Starting with…
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Conquering the Elements: A Remarkable Journey on the Pinyons and Pines Route of 2023
As the grip of winter gradually loosened over the Pacific Northwest, an adventurous spirit was lured by the call of Arizona’s unique terrains. Eager to embrace the contrast of scorching heat and chilling cold, smooth and rugged trails, a challenge was accepted – to embark on the shorter version of the Pinyons and Pines route…
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Cycling Into The Future: How Apple’s WatchOS 10 Elevates Gravel Cycling Experiences
Big news from tech giant Apple. Their latest iteration of the operating system, WatchOS 10, has the potential to revolutionize how gravel cyclists monitor their rides. If you’re an Apple Watch user and an avid cyclist, prepare to ride into a more data-driven future. From modest beginnings as a Bluetooth-enabled heart rate monitor, the Apple…
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The Good Line – A Gravel Cycling Film
The Good Line is a short film about the intersection of gravel cycling and mental health, particularly as it relates to men. Jeremy Kershaw, founder of Heck of the North Productions, a gravel cycling event business on the north shore of Lake Superior, describes his relationship with the sport and how it contributes to adding…
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Boosting Your Gravel Cycling Performance: The Benefits and Risks of Sodium Bicarb Supplementation
Gravel cycling, like any endurance sport, requires a significant amount of physical exertion and can push the body to its limits. Athletes are constantly looking for ways to enhance their performance and gain a competitive edge. One method that has gained attention in recent years is the use of bicarbonate soda to improve cycling performance.…
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Las Cruces – Doña Ana County
Southern New Mexico is one of the best places on the planet for gravel cycling. Get out there.
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Bikepacking the Gran Canaria Grande
The Gran Canaria Grande is a 5-day bikepacking route in Gran Canaria, at the heart of the Canary Islands. Forming a challenging but spectacular bike touring loop which starts and finishes at Maspalomas, the Gran Canaria Grande is an incredible showcase of the island, taking in most of the most famous must-see spots whilst at…
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The Outspoken Women in Endurance Sports Awards are Back
Victoria, BC – August 18, 2022/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Nominations are now open for the 2022 Outspoken Women in Endurance Sports awards with categories focused on women in triathlon and gravel cycling. The Women in Endurance Sports Awards celebration will be held in Tempe, Arizona at 11:00am Sunday, November 13th, 2022. The awards ceremony will be…
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The Cannondale Slate Made Gravel More Plush
Informative and entertaining video from The Pro’s Closet. The Cannondale Slate is more than just a reimagined ’90s mountain bike. We explain how this innovative gravel bike with a Lefty fork and 650b wheels changed the landscape of gravel cycling — probably for the better!
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Gravel – A Love Letter
‘Gravel – A Love Letter’ is a documentary film that captures the essence of gravel cycling by sharing what it means to riders, including three PEARL iZUMi athletes, Hannah Shell, Marley Blonsky and Angela Naeth. The film explores the origins of gravel racing and the impact it has on the communities and people’s lives it…
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L.A. Sucks for Riding, Or Does It?
Does the land of urban sprawl offer anything for gravel or mountain riders? Canyon is here to dispel the myth that there is no mountain biking or gravel cycling to be found in Los Angeles. Our “Diamonds in the Dust” series seeks to unearth hidden gems in celebration of the cycling culture found in unsuspecting…
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Adidas’ New ‘The Gravel Cycling Shoes’
Adidas acquired Five Ten a few years ago and since then has been building up its cycling offering. Fresh today, is Adidas’ new high-cuff gravel shoe, aptly named The Gravel Cycling Shoes. The SPD shoe contains recycled material, is lightweight and stiff and promises to fit like a sock. The sole is plenty grippy and…
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Ranchers, Gravel Cycling Community Come Together in Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs, Colo. (June 28, 2021) — Steamboat Springs’ deep cycling and ranching traditions will come together in a meaningful way at the 2021 SBT GRVL race. One of Colorado’s premier cycling events, SBT GRVL brings some 3,000 cyclists, including many of the country’s elite, to the Yampa Valley’s pristine gravel roads. For the first…
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Wahoo Frontiers: Ian Boswell King of Unbound Gravel
“there is a new culture in gravel cycling and I want to participate in it.” — Ian Boswell In December of 2019, Ian Boswell announced his retirement from road cycling and his shift in focus to gravel racing. Ian set his route to all things adventure. Riding is fun. Racing should be fun. But it’s…
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Inside Unbound Gravel 2021
Attack mile 1 and hold it for 200 miles From Veloworthy: We venture to Emporia Kansas for the worlds biggest gravel cycling event. We follow the build up to and watch all the race action. It was a dramatic day of racing with an unprecedented finish. Follow all the drama, action and heartache as these…