Culture & Opinion
Fursa is the Swahili word for opportunity. Together with Amani Racing, we are supporting athletes from East Africa with the opportunity to race against the top gravel riders in the World. Four elite cyclists have been chosen to come to the US and race SBT GRVL, BWR Asheville & Vermont
Culture & Opinion
The Impossible Route: Trans Appalachia is a 3-day gravel bike-packing adventure that follows the first attempt of the Lost Roads Route. In this expedition, The Vegan Cyclist, his 19-year-old protégé Travis Longfellow, and Jeremiah Bishop attempt to traverse the Appalachian Mountains on a route filled with legend. Jeremiah used the
Culture & Opinion
If you had to name the most epic Gravel race in Europe, Badlands would probably come to mind. This breathtakingly beautiful unsupported bikepacking race in the south of Spain makes the heartbeat faster for every Gravel rider. With its spectacular desert mountain ranges, Andalucía reminds you more of the Rocky
Culture & Opinion
This bikepacking film brings you along for a ride on the stunning Kōpiko Aotearoa, an 1,100-kilometer route across New Zealand’s North Island. See the wonderful sights, meet the locals, and share in the physical and mental challenges of this bikepacking adventure.
Gear Reviews
Today Specialized announced a new gravel shoe in its Recon line, the S-Works Recon Lace. The Recon Lace comes in three colors including this very handsome Aloha version, Oak Green and Black. The gravel specific shoe costs $325 and is available now on the Specialized site. Learn more at Specialized
Culture & Opinion
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
Culture & Opinion
“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
Culture & Opinion
In 2019 Olivia and Jeff cycled thousands of kilometers through dirt, mud, and cobblestones exploring South America by bike.
Bikes & Frames
California-based Ritte Cycles just announced an updated version of their Satyr gravel bike. The new Satyr, dubbed 2.0, is now made from titanium and limited to a single batch of 20 US-made framesets with an ENVE Adventure Fork. Entry price is $4,450 for the frameset. About the Ritte
Tech & Data
I’ve been building routes on RideWithGPS for years and I still learned a few things in this excellenet presented by Swift Industries. Check it out!
Culture & Opinion
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,
Bikes & Frames
Thomson just added a second frame to its lineup, their new titanium gravel bike, the Piedmont. The frameset comes in a based model with Thomson Elite series stem, post, clamp, alloy bar and carbon fork included. You can also opt for a discount on more premium cockpit items like their