Open to some dream-build inspiration? Nine lust-worthy bikes of Grinduro Wales gravel race

Small brands, big brands, no brand – would you prefer a big name or to build your own frame from scratch for your perfect gravel bike?

Best gravel bikes of Grinduro Wales gravel race
(Image credit: Future)

Aside from all the racing, riding and partying, one of the best parts of any gravel event has got to be the cornucopia of custom bikes and judicious component choices in pretty much every direction. 

We could have literally spent days chatting through the personalised specs of those hundreds of the best gravel bikes – the weekend was just too short! Anyway, we've rounded up nine of our particular highlights, spanning carbon, titanium, aluminium and steel frames; massed produced models and two which were hand-built by their owners.

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