Gravel Cycling
Gravel Cycling
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Details announced for first British Cycling National Gravel ChampionshipsThe racing will be held in Scotland at one of the 7Stanes off-road hubs
By James Shrubsall Published
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Best gravel bike pedals 2026: the best clipless, power, and flat pedals, all expert-rated for off-road ridingWith terrain somewhere between MTB and road, the best gravel bike pedals for you very much depend on your preference. In this guide, our experts have selected their 6 top picks.
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
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Ribble AllGrit Ti X review: Titanium gravel offering from the big-hitting British brandA head-turning titanium steed that hums on British lanes and has a good bash at the rough stuff
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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'The spirit of adventure, resilience, and camaraderie' - Gravel Hall of Fame announces 2026 inducteesMeg Fisher, Kristen Legan, Jim Cummins and Paul Erringtone make up the inductee class of 2026
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Rider safety, fair pay and community: While Leadville and Unbound grab headlines, these other races are quietly moving the sport forwardControversy may fuel gravel racing headlines, but these three events are preserving its spirit while improving safety, pay and access
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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Cervelo Aspero review: the original fast aero gravel bike, but can it still keep up?The Aspero was the original aero race gravel bike that has seen tweaks over the years since its launch, but has that been enough to keep it relevant?
By Neal Hunt Published
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'Getting the balance back' – Romain Bardet takes solo victory at Australia's RADL GRVL with new Rapha teamThe former WorldTour pro starts off a full season of gravel at Factor Racing-Rapha CC with intent
By James Shrubsall Published
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Life Time bans drop bar bikes at Leadville as a 'safety measure' – what were they thinking?Life Time’s decision undercuts their own success without actually addressing the most pressing safety issues
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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'I am home': ENVE and Alexey Vermeulen sign landmark career-long contractOne of gravel’s most consistent performers locks in a career-long partnership with ENVE as the discipline continues to professionalise
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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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 and can transform your riding, help you explore further afield and help you haul. In this guide are 6 of our experts' top picks
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
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Best budget gravel bikes 2026: Expert tested off-roaders that won't cost the earthWhether you're hitting the gravel for the first time or seeking a rugged winter commuter, our experts have picked the best budget bikes that deliver a premium off-road experience without the premium price tag
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
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Best gravel bike tyres 2026: thoroughly tested and rated for every terrainThe Cycling Weekly team is here to cut through the jargon of an increasingly complex category. From fast-rolling semi-slicks to mud-shedding tread, discover the best gravel bike tyres for every terrain, frame clearance, and budget
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
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300 watts for 13 hours: Unbound Gravel champion crushes the Festive 500 in a single Christmas Eve ride'I was just stoked to be home for dinner!' says Cameron Jones
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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The next big things in gravel: 2026–2027 tech predictionsReal-time surface conditions on your computer, suspension seatposts, aero everything — 6 predictions that could shape the future of gravel tech
By Zach Nehr Published
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Baboons, oryx and springboks: It’s like riding through a David Attenborough documentaryJoe Laverick heads into the great unknown, riding the UCI World Gravel Series in Namibia
By Joe Laverick Published
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Do the Continental Dubnitals live up to the Race Kings as the best big gravel tyre?Few tyres caused the stir that Continental’s Race Kings made last year, and we finally got to put them to the test
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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'My FTP is 480W, and I’m consuming up to 140g carbs an hour': gravel powerhouse Matthew Beers shares what made 2025 his most successful season yetAfter winning at Cape Epics, Gravel Burn, Big Sugar Classic, Belgian Waffle Ride, and Lauf Gravel Worlds, Specialized Off-Road rider Matthew Beers is on the cusp of gravel greatness
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Gravel bikes: From cycling outlier to drop-bar domination in under a decadeSponsored by Ribble
It took gravel cycling just ten years to go from niche hobby to World Tour level racing but where's next? We sat down with Ribble to find out...
By Jamie Williams Published
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Lukas Pöstlberger’s Rose Backroad FF - a gravel bike outlierGraffiti-adorned gravel bike with white bar tape – what’s not to like about the Austrian's Gravel Burn race rig?
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Hutchinson Caracal Race Gravel Tyre Review: significant improvements in speedHutchinson has really upped their game with the Caracal Race, especially in terms of rolling resistance, making it a compelling option for all-around use and racers alike. But that's only half of the story...
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Forget Unbound – Gravel Burn is the toughest off-road stage race in the world and this is why it needs to be on your bucket listMecurial weather. Unforgiving terrain. Sensational scenery. Gravel riding like nothing else. This is Africa, this is Gravel Burn
By Aaron Borrill Published
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ENVE G Series Gravel In-Route Handlebars review - wide, lovely and priceyENVE's G Series Gravel In-Route Handlebars sit right at the top of the gravel bar tree price-wise, but do they justify the expense?
By Tim Russon Published
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Melisa Rollins' Liv Devote Advanced 0 SE from Gravel BurnA limited-edition colourway inspired by Rollins made for one of the most striking bikes at the race
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Thinking of trying ultra-distance cycling? The UK's biggest gravel event could be the place to startScotland's Gralloch gravel event has added a 'semi-supported' ultra-distance option for those who want to go long
By James Shrubsall Published
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More youth, more international: Life Time announces its new roster of athletes for the 2026 Grand PrixA hand-selected cast of 44 of the world's most talented off-road riders to contest the 2026 Life Time Grand Prix, starting at the Sea Otter Classic in April
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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'I could have got away with riding a Cannondale Topstone' – My Gravel Burn bike setup might have been fast but I'll think long and hard for next yearFront suspension, wider tyres, or a completely new bike? Cycling Weekly tech writer, Aaron Borrill, weighs in on the ideal bike and component choices for Gravel Burn
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Small, stealthy, clever hacks – Alison Jackson's Cannondale SuperX Lab71 from Gravel BurnAn inconspicuous colourway did little to mute the ambitions and all-round positivity of the most extroverted and well-liked rider on the women's WorldTour
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Rear Suspension with a rigid fork - Simon Pellaud's BMC URS 01 One a bike built for the craziest event I've ever racedThe Swiss rider favoured the adventure-focused BMC URS platform, complete with downtube storage, a frame bag and oversized tyres for the seven-day stage race down in Africa
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Merida’s Mission is claimed to be its fastest, most aerodynamic gravel bike yetThe prototype we spotted at Gravel Worlds was actually an entirely new gravel platform - say hello to the Merida Mission
By Luke Friend Published
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