What is the best tire size and tread pattern for gravel bikes?

We take you through how to (quickly!) determine which gravel tires will suit you best

Image shows gravel bike tire with intermediate tread pattern
(Image credit: Stefan Abram)

Choosing the right tire for your gravel bike isn’t exactly a straightforward task.

Unlike selecting one of the best road bike tires, where width options are limited and tread patterns are much alike, gravel tires run the full gamut in both width and tread choices. This is in response to the diversity of terrain that gravel encompasses. 

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