Here are 5 Reasons You Should Care About the Traka Gravel Race
Held in Girona, Spain the first weekend of May, the Traka has become the epicenter of global gravel.
Held in Girona, Spain the first weekend of May, the Traka has become the epicenter of global gravel.
The Aspero always wanted to go fast, but this new second-generation gravel bike is easier than ever to live with.
One race, two different approaches to bike choice. BWR CA continues to be one of the hardest off-road races to choose equipment for.
The former road world champ got way behind at Belgian Waffle Ride California after he struggled to fix a flat 10 miles into the race.
Not everything has to be about racing. Ignore the label and the Dark Matter is a well appointed adventure bike that works well for party pace.
Duo make it a great day for Specialized Off-Road; Gomez Villafañe and Pete Stetina win BWR Tripel Crown
Bottas finished sixth at the Swartberg 100 gravel race in South Africa, stamping his ticket for worlds in October.
The Arkansas gravel race qualified dozens of riders for the UCI Gravel World Championships in Belgium in October.
Former US national dual slalom champion gets out of comfort zone in first of 10-discipline project.
The Highlands Gravel Classic, Belgian Waffle Ride California, and Whiskey Off-Road each have very deep fields for very good reasons.
Thanks to the work of the non-profit Appalachian Mountain Club, cyclists are now being encouraged to ride on hundreds of miles of previously-inaccessible dirt roads.
A round-up of the latest gravel apparel at from 9 different brands.
Unable to race at Sea Otter due to injury, pro off-road cyclist Caroline Dezendorf instead became a judge — of cappuccino, cold brew, and latte art.
Hydration, travel protection, windows, and ultra-endurance solutions.
Both the men's and women's races came down to a sprint, with Rob Britton and Flavia Oliveira Parks finishing second.
The 'one bike to do it all' idea comes to Thesis Bikes with this prototype stainless steel road and gravel bike.
More access to roads in Fort Ord National Monument means that Life Time is debuting a race it hopes has major staying power.
Bontrager's completely overhauled their gravel tire lineup. Based on our time with the new Girona RSL tire, we'd say their work paid off.
From “first to last," we're elevating the experience of every participant, say the organizers of the 15-year-old gravel race.
These epic routes cover a variety of climates and distances and are sure to make for a memorable adventure.
'It seems to me this is almost a gravel race on pavement, and the large payout does not hurt either.'
Ride for Mo in Vermont and the Ukiah-Mendo Gravel Epic in California will both honor the late cyclist with riding, racing, and community events.
Designers set out to create a gravel tire with the best combination of speed and traction and found a winning formula
Spanish sports marketing company the Athletic Affair hopes that new game helps create 'heroes' in the sport of gravel racing.
Gomez Villafañe crossed the line 13 minutes ahead of Courtney Sherwell in second; Stetina soloes the last 24 miles to beat Adam Roberge by 1:15.
Redshift merges drop bars and riser bars into one with their new Top Shelf drop bar.
The Girona gravel race got underway at 7 a.m. CEST on Friday.
Some of these dogs ride in backpacks. All 10 are allowed on the couch.
Recon 2.0 shoes add new features and a svelte look, while the new Specialized Search helmet ticks all the boxes.
"The Club of Aces is not a team, but rather a collective of some of the strongest gravel athletes in the discipline"
2024 promises to be an exciting year in gravel racing. Velo's 2024 guide covers the month-by-month line up of marquee gravel events.
The Craft Xplor, a collab between Vittoria and Craft Sportswear, marries tire tech and trail running performance.
Riders and sponsors weigh in on whether or not the series is too exclusive and how to stay relevant in today's ever-evolving gravel scene.
McElveen recorded the last 18 miles of the race and narrates the footage sans edits or cuts.
The tire company is supporting Alexey Vermeulen, Hannah Otto, Cole Paton, and Erin Huck, four riders with huge potential in the series.
The best road and gravel bikes from Philadelphia.
Traildar alerts, device integration, and a service tracker enhance the trail and route database.
A smooth, multi-faceted gravel bike from a company that specializes in mountain bikes.
King has committed to the 2024 season in ways he hasn't since his WorldTour days a decade ago. Will it pay off at Unbound Gravel?
Widely regarded as the first depiction of a mountain bike, John Finley Scott's pioneering design was almost identical to what we now call the gravel bike.
After 11 years, the Mid South has become the best party-disguised-as-a-gravel-race. Here are some takeaways from this year's edition.
Newcomer King edged out defending champion Rach McBride for the 100-mile win on Saturday, March 16.
Røed pips Griffin Easter at the line; John Borstelmann comes in third.
LdC finishes six minutes ahead of Jenna Rinehart and Caroline Wreszin, who sprinted to second and third.
The Colorado gravel race is taking submissions for its 2024 event sock.
Is SRAM set to double down on its gravel offering with a more powerful 4-piston flat mount brake caliper and a linkage fork?
Get stoked for The Mid South this weekend with our Monuments of Gravel episode featuring race co-founder Bobby Wintle and gravel racer Adam Roberge.
The Scarab Paramo Integrated adds a slick, race-ready gravel option for the cable-haters, with a new Integrated Headset from Wolf Tooth, 700c x 48mm tire clearance and SRAM UDH
Nearly 200 people are doing the 50k run + 100 mile ride combo at the Oklahoma gravel race this year, including pro cyclists Maude Farrell and Amity Rockwell. Here's why.
Belgian gold medalist Greg Van Avermaet joins Czech star Petr Vakoč on Team Last Dance, a post-WorldTour gravel cycling team.
No snow for the first time in race history; Rob Britton and Serena Bishop Gordon win on the day.
Finicky spring weather doesn’t always cooperate when our training ramps up. As races and events loom closer, the proper gear and a flexible mentality are essential.
Jenna Rinehart and Chase Wark finish second in standout performances at the inaugural Texas gravel race.
The collector-favorite Italian brand stays true to its style while expanding into gravel.
Ravnikar is making her debut with the Mazda Orange Seal Off Road Team at the Valley of Tears race on March 9.
The new Vittoria Terreno Pro T60 Mixed Tires are made of 92 percent sustainable and recycled materials.
After being inspired by riding with other Indigenous cyclists at events like the Mid South and SBT GRVL, Gila River tribal member Elisha Bishop put on his own event.
Canyon modestly describe the new Grizl:ON as a teleportation device, while simultaneously making its rider "more pilot, less passenger"
Course selection, intervals and more: A how-to guide to getting ready for gravel competition.
Gomez Villafañe moves from third to first late in the race while Lance Haidet keeps Swenson in check all day.
Their 'most advanced Gravelking yet' includes an all-new X1 tread pattern and three casing options.
BWR Arizona launches first, followed by the inaugural Valley of Tears, then it's the party-disguised-as-a-bike-race called the Mid South.
Professional cyclist Griffin Easter recounts his experience after winning the eight-day stage race.
From Major Taylor Cycling Clubs to the Gift of Gravel in northern California, we applaud the groups getting more people on bikes.
3D-Printed Saddles, Aero and Endurance Road Wheels, Titanium Gravel Bikes, Bikepacking Kit & More!
The Kinesis Tripster AT Plus delivers an affordable aluminum gravel frame with clearance for 700c x 60mm tires
Our first look the Italian manufacturer's new 13-speed gravel bike groupset and alloy Zonda GT wheelset.
Want to add power data to your road or gravel bike? It's hard to do better than these new Assioma Pro MX pedals.
The Gravine is Challenge Tires' more aggressive gravel offering, handmade with 260 TPI and available in Pro & XP series casings
Linda Guerrette, Selene Yaeger, Jay Petervary, and Nick Legan will join 11 other gravel pioneers in the hall of fame.
The former Dutch roadie rides 650 miles and 72,000 feet of vert in three days and 47 minutes, finishing 48 minutes ahead of Rob Britton in second place.
Mosaic Cycles utilize the ENVE In-Route Cockpit for a fully integrated GT-1 iAR titanium all-road bike, with custom geometry and paintwork included in the $8,300 USD retail
The camp is a joint venture between Source Endurance and The Thaden School, and will be held in Bentonville, Arkansas May 26-29
Solar arrays on everyday bike components could massively reduce the risk of running down your AXS batteries mid-ride
Wolf Tooth ReMote Drop Bar brings another option for operating your dropper seat post from the hoods or the drops
The off-road privateer is using his experience and connections to lay the groundwork for up-and-coming pros.
A UK-Made Cotic Escapade Do-It-All is available for a limited time, starting at £1,999 for the frameset
The Curve Carbon Walmer Bar adds Kevlar-reinforced oval section to 43cm, 46cm and 50cm wide drop bars with a 30° flare
The off-road pros have a new sponsorship deal with Fairos, a product that claims to disrupt health insurance like gravel has disrupted cycling.
20 mentors rode the 50-mile gravel race in California with 20 U19 girls.