Gravel Cycling
Gravel Cycling
-
Magnus Bak Klaris wins men's Gravel World Championships with Great Britain's Connor Swift in third after day-long break from teammateGreat Britain's Jenson Young was part of a breakaway that lasted most of the race, Swift forming an attack group that eventually stuck to the finish
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
-
'It's great to take the rainbow jersey' – Marianne Vos wins Gravel World Championships as Rosa Klöser crashesVos takes 15th world title on brutal course in Western Australia
By Adam Becket Published
3 Comments -
‘Even though we ride in GB cycling kit, we’ve had no communication or any support from British Cycling’ – the British riders going it alone at the Gravel World ChampionshipsGetting to the starting line is more than half the battle for many riders at this year’s UCI Gravel World Champs in Australia
By Pat Kinsella Published
3 Comments -
I’ve ridden the 'pea gravel' of the Gravel World Championships, and I think the best riders are going to struggle on itNot only are the UCI Gravel World Championships being held in one of the most remote and hard-to-reach places on the planet – the terrain is like nothing else on Earth
By Pat Kinsella Published
-
Cyclo-cross could be cycling’s Parkrun – or at least its best chance of getting people racing bikesThe barriers to entry are higher than running, but if you’ve got a gravel bike, you’re in
By Adam Becket Published
-
Look drops the covers off the G85 Cezal RS gravel bike – a racier version of the standard model, co-developed with privateer racer Russell FinsterwaldThe RS's new carbon layup saves 200g over the regular model while also boosting stiffness around the bottom bracket and head tube by up to 20%
By Luke Friend Published
-
Fizik Ferox 2 gravel shoe review: a comfortable gravel race shoeThe Italian brand's new shoe last improves fit, retention and stiffness in equal measure
By Andy Turner Published
-
'Is it a bike race? A running race? What kind of race is it?' – even past winners struggle to describe Britain's most brutal cycling eventThe 3 Peaks Cyclo-Cross happens this weekend, pitting adventure cyclists against fell runners and even an Olympic triathlete
By Pat Kinsella Published
-
Best gravel bikes 2026: extensively ridden and rated by our experts on a wide variety of terrainThe best gravel bikes to suit all styles, terrain and budgets from bikepacking to gravel racing
By Aaron Borrill Last updated
-
Canyon's new Grail has tyre clearance of 57mm, a 'revolution rather than an evolution' according to our testerGerman brand jumps on the aero gravel bandwagon, optimising the frame architecture for realistic race speeds of 35km/h
By Luke Friend Published
-
Rethinking the road ride, from exhaust fumes to fresh forest airCycling Weekly Approved - Sponsored Offer Forestry England
Naturally, Forestry England woodlands provide the finest environment for escaping the many risks associated with riding on the road.
By Simon Fellows Published
-
'Solid day out' - Paige Onweller and Cobe Freeburn win 2026 USA Cycling Gravel National ChampionshipsTrek Driftless doubles up in Minnesota as Cobe Freeburn attacks late for solo victory and Paige Onweller wins a two-rider sprint
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
-
Best gravel bike shoes 2026: expert-approved for the demanding disciplines of gravel & cyclocrossGravel & Cyclocross are demanding disciplines, so our experts have tested and rated the best gravel cycling shoes for durability and performance, both on and off the bike
By Simon Fellows Last updated
-
Best MTB tyres for gravel 2025: Is bigger better? My results from 12 months of testingFrom Unbound to your local trails, the verdict is clear: go wider - after 12 months of back-to-back testing, I rank the best mountain bike tyres for gravel
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Last updated
-
Factor Elara review: a bonkers, incredibly capable gravel bike designed for nothing else but going fastAn aero gravel bike designed around massive tyre clearances and two-by groupset compatibility – it’s got that unmistakable wide-set fork, too
By Aaron Borrill Published
7 Comments -
Best gravel bike saddles 2026: I tested seven off-road seats for performance, comfort and durabilityCombining off-road comfort and support with on-road performance, it's well worth having a look at one of these seven best saddles for gravel
By Rachel Sokal Last updated
-
Best budget gravel bikes 2026: Expert-tested off-roaders that won't cost the earthHitting the gravel for the first time or seeking a winter commuter? Our experts have picked the best budget options that deliver off-road without the premium price tag
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
-
Giant Revolt Advanced 2 review: a good value all-round gravel bikeBacked by a lineage spanning 13 years, the Giant Revolt is a well-sorted gravel bike available at a variety of price points
By Tim Russon Published
2 Comments -
Off-road is buzzing over 32-inch wheels - is road cycling next?Big wheels were everywhere at Sea Otter and MADE, but exclusively on off-road bikes. Could road racing be next? Bike builders say maybe, but not anytime soon
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
-
'I raced Gravel Worlds in the elite category on a $500 Facebook Marketplace bike – and I’d do it again'Any gravel bike can be race-ready if you stand on the start line with a strong dose of humility and a willingness to go for it, even when conditions aren’t perfect
By Kristin Jenny Published
-
Enve G SES Pro 4.5 review: big and shiny wheels made for going fast with fat tyresNew gravel hoops from the American company pack some serious engineering into an impressive package, but cost an arm and a leg
By Tyler Boucher Published
-
Best gravel bike tyres 2026: tested and rated by our gravel experts for every terrainOur gravel cycling experts are here to help you cut through the jargon of an increasingly complex subject – having tested the best gravel bike tyres for every terrain, frame clearance, and budget
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
-
Best electric gravel bikes 2026: dirt-loving e-bikes with added oomph, all tested and rated by our expertsElectric gravel bikes are one of the most versatile bikes you can buy – they can transform your riding, help you explore, and haul. In this guide are six of our experts' top picks
By Hannah Bussey Last updated
-
Van Rysel directs its WorldTour aero nous at the dirt, launching its first gravel race bike – the RCR-GBorrowing heavily from its flagship road tech, the all-new RCR-G gravel race bike has been unveiled alongside a wildly versatile, toolbox-equipped EDR-G sibling
By Hannah Bussey Published
-
From race-ready to all-day adventure: Our editors' top gravel bike picks from Competitive CyclistSponsor Content Created With Competitive Cyclist
Competitive Cyclist offers a broad range of gravel bikes from brands such as Cervelo and Pinarello, including the highly rated Aspero-5 and Grevil F3
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
-
Silca launches its first tyres with famously tyre-agnostic Dylan Johnson – who insists he’s not selling out'I wouldn't be signing to a tyre company if I didn't think it was the best tyre on the market, genuinely,' says the gravel pro and YouTuber
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
5 Comments -
'Not a concept bike' – Mosaic rolls out a 32-inch gravel bike that’s 'not an experiment'The 32-inch movement has so far been heavy on prototypes. Mosaic has other ideas, launching a from-the-ground-up titanium platform you can actually order
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
-
‘The success of gravel revolves around the success of the 99%, not the pros’: Gravel is investing in livestreams but does it actually need fandom?There’s a fanbase, yes, but it’s often the same people pinning on a number
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
-
Seka ExAero GR review: can this highly in-demand Chinese gravel frame compete with the established favourites?A high-quality frame with a superb paint finish and great features that delivers both on- and off-road
By Andy Turner Published
3 Comments
