Gravel
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The new stars of gravel racing: Riders and gravel teams set to break out in 2026With 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 meThe 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 allIt'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 bikeGravel & 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 stuffA 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 racerJosie 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 PrixMore 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 conditionsCan an aggressive tyre also be a fast tyre?
By Tim Russon Published
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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
