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WE LOVE WHERE WE RIDE - Gianmarco Dodesini Valsecchi

Kevin Curry

Kevin Curry

05 Mar 2019
WE LOVE WHERE WE RIDE - Gianmarco Dodesini Valsecchi

Gianmarco Dodesini Valsecchi  shot some incredible images during the inaugural PEdALED Silk Road Mountain Race in 2018. A brutal but stunning self-supported bike race in the remote landscapes of Kyrgyzstan. It’s short but sweet, absolutely stunning scenery. Follow Shift Cycling Culture for more.

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New Continental Dubnital 50mm Fills the Gap Between Gravel and XC

New Continental Dubnital 50mm Fills the Gap Between Gravel and XC

Continental's new Dubnital 50mm targets gravel bikes with tight clearance. Fast on hardpack, struggles in loose climbs. Here's what matters.

By Kevin Curry 16 Apr 2026
Brembo GR-PRO Brakes: Three Adjustments, One Big Tradeoff

Brembo GR-PRO Brakes: Three Adjustments, One Big Tradeoff

Brembo's GR-PRO brakes offer three independent adjustments and World Cup pedigree. Here's what €1,200 buys you—and who should care.

By Kevin Curry 16 Apr 2026
Shimano GRX Gets Bigger Chainrings and Shorter Cranks—Here's Who Benefits

Shimano GRX Gets Bigger Chainrings and Shorter Cranks—Here's Who Benefits

Shimano adds 44T/46T chainrings and 165mm/160mm cranks to GRX. Useful for fast gravel or fit tweaks, but not if you're climbing steep grades regularly.

By Kevin Curry 15 Apr 2026
Panaracer's Fastest Gravel Tire Yet—But Only If Your Routes Are Smooth Enough

Panaracer's Fastest Gravel Tire Yet—But Only If Your Routes Are Smooth Enough

Panaracer's new GravelKing ZX semi-slick promises road speed and gravel grip. Here's what the three-zone tread and raised center profile actually mean.

By Kevin Curry 15 Apr 2026
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