Gravel

The men's and women's fields for the 200-mile race will see a mix of familiar and new faces.

The three-time Olympian shares his thoughts after months of testing a prototype gravel suspension fork.

This is an excellent chunky-gravel bike for the money. Period.

More tire clearance. More mounts. Brighter colors. Still good Canyon pricing.

The effort had heat, headwinds, and emotional breakdowns - exactly the obstacles that Strickland excels in overcoming.

40mm of tunable suspension with room for fatter tires.

The pocket guide will feature routes, historical information, and links to digital maps of curated gravel rides in southeastern Colorado.

The wind tunnel meets the windswept plains in Cervélo's hyper-aero gravel racer.

A durable gem of a gravel companion.

After she won the 2019 DK — now Unbound Gravel — Rockwell was ready to race professionally. Then, the pandemic shutdown forced her to examine the social side of her new career.

Aerodynamics are a thing, even in gravel. After years at 3T and Campagnolo, Grappone is now driving wheel design at Hunt.

The October 2-3 event will feature three distances on the bike, plus half- and ultra-marathon running races.

Limited edition program created as a fundraiser for the nonprofit People for Bikes.

The goal of the four-rider squad is to introduce the joy of riding to more cyclists.

The Nebraska gravel race will now see up to 1,600 riders across four distance options.

Slightly bigger and bulkier than Shimano XT/XTR pedals, but power measurement is reliable and durability seems good.

The gravel race in Emporia, Kansas will see reduced rider numbers, a unique start line format, and a host community with full access to COVID-19 vaccines.

'It's very willingly, and frankly, it's the direction I've been wanting to take.'

Matt Lieto and Jayson O’Mahoney will anchor the August 15 show, produced by MTN TV.

Salsa's gravel racers get new colorways for 2021.

Registration opens to women and BIPOC riders on March 16, followed by open registration on March 23.

Rapha releases its spin on reinforced knit shoes with an asking price of $355.

The website will feature contributions from riders with a diverse range of interests, experiences, and backgrounds.

12 gravel sectors. 400 racers in 50-person waves. And 100 miles with a 50/50 gravel/pavement mix.

Shimano GRX/XT/XTR drivetrain compatibility, standards for weights, and Campy shifter rebuilds.

The Rideaway Experience offers gravel in Boulder and Zion, and mountain biking in Bentonville.

The squad that dominated so many gravel races in recent years has a new name and a new look. Will their results continue as gravel continues to get more competitive?

Amity Rockwell headlines the Scuderia Pinarello team alongside big wave surfer Kai Lenny, Mari Holden, and BMX legend Jamie Bestwick.

The inclusive gravel event will roll out of Fort Collins, Colorado on July 25, 2021.

The three-day gravel event in the Flemish Ardennes offers three distances.

The newly added gravel stage race will take place in Okanagan, British Columbia, from September 26 to October 1.

BWR postpones its San Diego race until July 28 and Asheville race to August 21 and launches a new race in Lawrence, Kansas.

$1,600 for 700c and 650b options that each weigh 1,460g per set. Check out the short video.

Groups of 10 or fewer to take the start at intervals over the course of nine days.

If 2020 taught the gravel privateers anything, it was that the ability to pivot was key.

Organizers have set a deadline of early May to decide whether or not to cancel the event due to COVID-19.

Two recent test bikes dumped this idea on its head.

The Mid South gravel race will cancel its 2021 in-person race and instead hold a stay-at-home event for its 2,200 participants.

This padded, snub-nosed saddle works particularly well for gravel riding and racing.

California's Rock Cobbler — the gravel race known for sending riders through a living room — is postponing its February race until April.

The 300-mile self-supported race will run in conjunction with the event's other signature distances.

Gravel racers and event promoters have their doubts about springtime events going forward, but are optimistic about events later in the year.

The 13g mount adjusts for angle and holds your Garmin securely.

A carbon Kiwi chassis dressed in a 13-speed gravel group.

Fast, sturdy, and with just the right amount of grip.

Salsa and Niner go head-to-head to determine which suspension set-up is ideal for riding rough-and-tumble gravel.

Where does gravel stop and mountain bike start?

Gravel bikes abound, but this one checks all the boxes, and at a great price.

The Arcadex gravel race bike is built around a full carbon frame, with aero tubes, and room for up to 47mm tires.

The Steamboat Springs gravel race that last year sold out in 22 minutes has expanded from 2,000 to 2,500 spots this year, plus added an e-bike category.

Tenacious-grip cages and a ratchet tool integrated into a tire lever caught my attention from this new gravel brand.

BIPOC cyclists have a two-week window to apply for a spot in the gravel race that last year sold out in 22 minutes.

The Pennsylvania race reduced the field from 1,200 to 200, and used a timed-segment format with a staggered start to disperse riders.

The 100-mile mountain bike loop in Utah has become a target for amateurs and top pros alike.

Pro riders Jess Cerra and Sam Boardman launch a gravel race set for August 22, 2021, in Whitefish, Montana.

$185 dropper post works with Shimano and SRAM levers now, and soon with a dedicated Easton lever.

$10,000 prize purse for men and women on tap.

The Sidi MTB Gravel is a walkable shoe set at $239, which is about half the price of Sidi's top-end road and mountain shoes.

Gravel drivetrains exist, but do they really need to? Ben Delaney and Dan Cavallari discuss the merits of a dedicated gravel groupset.

After complaints that the race's name was derogatory toward Native Americans, the organizers committed to a change. Here's how it happened.

And Bobby Wintle from The Mid South has been advising him along the way. Here's how the two plan to tackle the Arkansaw High Country Race.

The Alaska-based brand continues to innovate its line of light and fast bikepacking gear.

The Air-Liner Gravel tire insert helps prevent pinch flats, but that's just the beginning. It also improves handling and grip.

The Sector is a cross-country and gravel shoe that offers maximum pedaling efficiency, and rubber that makes the rigid sole walkable.

Belgian Waffle Ride Cedar City was the first major gravel race in months, and organizers rolled out a long list of COVID-19 precautions for the event. Some elite riders stayed home while others showed up. We spoke to them to get their perspective.

Cushcore gravel tire inserts prevent pinch flats and increase cornering stability. They're awesome, but there's one thing that bugs me.

Here's what I liked, and what I didn't like while piloting the Allied Able, an Arkansas bike at a Utah gravel race.

First big gravel race since The Mid South brings in a variety of multi-discipline talent.

First big gravel race since The Mid South in April scheduled with distanced waves and extensive set of COVID-19 protocols.

The Watia gravel bike brings Litespeed's titanium expertise off-road, with plenty of versatility for bikepackers who like to bring it all with them.

Organizers of the popular Belgian Waffle Ride have canceled the 2020 edition of the San Diego-based event. They plan to move forward with a Utah edition of the race.

Campagnolo's Ekar drivetrain ramps up the gear options to 13 speeds, and it's made specifically for gravel riding.

From $420 alloy wheels to $2,500 carbon hoops, here are some comparative thoughts on current gravel wheels I've been riding.

Pinning on numbers at the Lake City Alpine 50 and Fistful of Dirt felt great. I can't wait for Belgian Waffle Ride.

Presented by the TransRockies Race Series, the four-day race will be held in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The Canyon Grail now comes decked out with a variety of component choices: Shimano GRX one-by and SRAM Force eTap AXS two-by configurations.

14,000 feet of climbing and rattling descending on dirt and pavement. Here's what I liked and didn't like about my gear choices.