Gravel
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'A big deal for women in sport’: Life Time introduces pregnancy policy for Grand Prix athletes after Sarah Sturm announces pregnancy
New rule allows athletes selected for the Life Time Grand Prix to defer their spot to the following season if they become pregnant
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Zwift reveals gravel-only routes and the addition of Montmartre to the Virtual Tour de France for 2026
From the cobbles of Montmartre to Gravel Mountain, via a new focus on combining indoor training with outdoor cycling, Zwift is shifting gears this year
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Best gravel bike clothing 2026: extensively tested by our gravel experts off-road
Full lycra kit or something more laid back, here's our gravel experts' top pick of the best gravel bike clothing and what to look for in kit for off-road riding
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Enduro-style stage racing and... gravel running – introducing the UK's newest gravel cycling festival
Explorr comes from the former organiser of the British Gravel Championships, Red-On Sports
By James Shrubsall Published
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Salsa replaces Warbird with new performance gravel bike, the Flyway
This carbon gravel platform blends race-ready features with big-mile comfort and cargo ability
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'I knew I had to step out of the road scene' – British pro Abi Smith on her switch to gravel
Former Picnic PostNL rider has joined Ribble Outliers for 2026
By Tom Davidson Published
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The new stars of gravel racing: Riders and gravel teams set to break out in 2026
With a new guard of gravel pros stepping onto the podium, here are a few riders and teams to get familiar with heading into the new season
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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Golden Gravel Trail: new 3,804-mile route connects the Mississippi River to the Oregon Coast
“The Golden Gravel Trail opens a new era for dirt road bicycle touring in the U.S.,” says endurance cyclist Sarah Swallow, who helped test and refine the new cross-country route
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Why do the riders compete on road bikes at Strade Bianche, not gravel bikes?
Tadej Pogačar, Tom Pidcock and Demi Vollering will all race the Italian gravel on road bikes this weekend - This is why.
By Andy Carr Published
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'There are holes you could lose a wheel in' – I rode sectors of the Strade Bianche route, and it wasn't the gravel that shocked me
The white roads and settings are beautiful, but don't let your focus slip
By Adam Becket Published
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'This is a new all-rounder machine you feel like you could ride forever' – Bianchi launches next-generation Infinito, a bike to do it all
It's not a gravel or a road bike, but a bit of everything
By Adam Becket Published
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Best gravel bike shoes 2026: expert-tested cycling shoes for being on and off the bike
Gravel & 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 Hannah Bussey Last updated
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Wilier Rave SLR ID2 review: an aero-optimised gravel bike built for long days on the rough stuff
A super-capable premium gravel race bike at a good price
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Keegan Swenson breaks pelvis after 'getting smoked by car door'
US gravel pro pulls out of Cape Epic mountain bike race after scans
By Tom Davidson Published
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'I just dropped two wheels and here we are' - meet the ex-skateboard pro turned gravel racer
Josie Millard is the latest addition to the Ribble Outliers team
By Meg Elliot Published
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Dylan Johnson, Russell Finsterwald and Haley Smith headline 80-rider Wild Card pool vying for spots in the 2026 Life Time Grand Prix
More than 80 riders are battling for just 6 spots in the off-road series and a share of a $350,000 prize purse
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Schwalbe G-One RX Pro gravel tyre review: best for extremely mixed conditions
Can an aggressive tyre also be a fast tyre?
By Tim Russon Published
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Details announced for first British Cycling National Gravel Championships
The 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 riding
With 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 brand
A 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 inductees
Meg 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 forward
Controversy 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 team
The 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 contract
One 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 experts
Electric 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 earth
Whether 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 terrain
The 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
