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Best Steel Gravel Bikes For Adventure Cycling – Everything You Need To Know!

Codey OrgillSeptember 11, 2023April 1, 2026

Updated: 22 July 2025 ❚ The bikes highlighted in this post are chosen or evaluated independently by myself. If you make a purchase through links on our website, we might...

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Best Budget Gravel Bikes Under $1,000

Codey OrgillSeptember 1, 2023April 1, 2026

Updated: 1st April 2026 Struggling to find the perfect gravel bike for adventure biking on a budget? We share the best gravel bikes under $1000, entry-level options that make durable...

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Best Aero Bars For Your Gravel Bike

Codey OrgillJuly 24, 2023November 30, 2023

Aero bars offer the ultimate solution to efficiency and aerodynamics while riding your gravel bike. Instead of going out and buying a super fast gravel bike, adding aero bars gives...

Bike Reviews

Canyon Grail Vs Endurace

Codey OrgillJuly 9, 2023September 4, 2025

The Canyon bike battle! Grail vs Endurace! Which bike is best? We are going to compare these two bikes side by side and see what the difference is between each....

Bike Reviews

Giant Revolt Vs Defy : What’s the Difference?

Codey OrgillJune 4, 2023August 29, 2025

Updated 29th August The Giant bike battle! Which bike is best? Their gravel grinder or endurance road machine? We are going to compare these two iconic bikes side by side...

Bike Reviews

Marin Nicasio vs Gestalt – Breaking Down the Differences

Codey OrgillMay 16, 2023March 18, 2025

The Marin gravel bike battle! Which bike is best? We are going to compare these two gravel bikes side by side and see what the difference is between each. When...

Bike Reviews

Specialized Rockhopper Vs Trek Marlin: Which Is The Best Hardtail?

Codey OrgillMay 1, 2023August 9, 2025

The budget hardtail bike battle continues! Specialized vs Trek – two legendary brands that have been defining mountain biking for decades. In this comprehensive 2026 model comparison, we'll dive deep...

Bike Reviews

Specialized Diverge vs Roubaix

Codey OrgillApril 18, 2023December 15, 2023

Are you ready for a thrilling adventure on two wheels? Specialized has two amazing bikes that will take your riding experience to the next level! The Diverge and the Roubaix...

Bike Reviews

Giant Revolt vs Trek Checkpoint

Codey OrgillApril 8, 2023December 15, 2023

The big brand gravel bike battle! Trek vs Giant! The big kids on the block who have been around forever. Which gravel bike is best? We are going to compare...

Bike Reviews

Cannondale Topstone Vs Trek Checkpoint

Codey OrgillMarch 16, 2023September 4, 2025

The big brand gravel bike battle! Trek vs Cannondale! The big kids on the block who have been around forever. Which gravel bike is best? We are going to compare...

Bike Reviews

Canyon Grail Vs Cannondale Topstone

Codey OrgillMarch 14, 2023September 4, 2025

The big brand gravel bike battle! Canyon vs Cannondale! Which gravel bike is best? We are going to compare these two iconic gravel bikes side by side and see what...

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Canyon Grail Vs Trek Checkpoint

Codey OrgillMarch 13, 2023August 1, 2025

Updated: 1st August 2025 The ultimate gravel bike showdown! Canyon vs Trek – two titans battling for gravel supremacy. Both the Canyon Grail and Trek Checkpoint have earned legendary status...

Bike Reviews

Poseidon X Vs Redwood Vs X Ambition – Poseidon Gravel Bike Battle!

Codey OrgillFebruary 17, 2023September 4, 2025

The Poseidon gravel bike battle! Which bike is best? We are going to compare their three iconic gravel bikes side by side and see what the difference is between each....

Bikepacking Cycle Travel Gear

Best Gravel Bike Shorts For Adventure, Touring and Bikepacking

Codey OrgillFebruary 3, 2023August 23, 2024

Updated: 21st August 2024 Looking for the perfect gravel bike shorts for your off-road escapades? Whether you're a casual weekend rider or a serious gravel enthusiast, finding the right gear...

Bags & Racks Gear Reviews

11 Best Top Tube Bags For Bikepacking & Touring

Codey OrgillFebruary 1, 2023July 11, 2024

Top Tube Bags are super useful! They are perfect for storing what ever you want. Adding some extra storage capabilities. Especially for bikepacking. If you don't have a handlebar pack...

Bike Reviews Gravel

Salsa Warbird Review – A Fast Gravel Bikepacking Road Bike!

Codey OrgillFebruary 1, 2023November 16, 2025

Updated: 19th March 2024 Rev up your sense of adventure because we're about to dive into the gritty world of the fastest gravel racing bikes, starting with the trailblazer itself:...

Gear Reviews

Blackburn Outpost Frame Bag Review

Codey OrgillJanuary 30, 2023November 16, 2025

About 3 months ago I was looking for a budget friendly bikepacking frame bag that I could use for my Surly Long Haul Trucker. Before getting this frame bag. I...

Gear Reviews

WTB Riddler Review – 2,500 KM On These Gravel Tires

Codey OrgillJanuary 29, 2023February 9, 2023

Before heading off on a tour around the uk, I purchased some WTB Riddler 700 x 45c Light Fast Roll tires for my Surly Long Haul Trucker. I was previously...

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Salsa Cutthroat Vs Warbird – Salsa Gravel Bike Battle!

Codey OrgillJanuary 27, 2023September 4, 2025

Updated: 19th March 2024 The Salsa gravel bike battle! Well which bike is best? We are going to compare these two iconic gravel bikes side by side and see what...

Bicycle Touring

15 Best Bicycle Touring Tires

Codey OrgillJanuary 24, 2023February 9, 2023

What are the best tires for bicycle touring? Where do we start? There are so many options options out there. When looking for a set of tires for your next...

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Best Titanium Gravel Bikes For Your Next Adventure

Codey OrgillJanuary 23, 2023August 3, 2025

Updated: 3rd August 2025 When it comes to gravel bike frame materials, titanium stands as the ultimate premium choice for serious cyclists seeking the perfect balance of performance, durability, and...

New Zealand

Bikepacking New Zealand | Bucket List Worthy Bikepacking Routes

Codey OrgillJanuary 22, 2023February 9, 2023

If you are like me and love New Zealand, then these are some bikepacking routes you gotta put on your dream list! I have not been to New Zealand, yet!...

Bicycle Touring Bikepacking

Best Cycling Sandals For Bikepacking, Bike Touring, and Camping

Codey OrgillJanuary 22, 2023September 24, 2025

Updated: 24th September 2025 Maybe you're like me and would rather wear sandals when on tour or bikepacking than having your feet fully enclosed in shoes. Not having the right...

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The Ultimate Guide to Handlebar Bags for Epic Bike Adventures

Codey OrgillJanuary 21, 2023March 17, 2024

Updated: 17th March 2024 Dive into the wild world of handlebar bags! Whether you're navigating the endless choices in size, style, or how they cling to your bike, the quest...

Tips & Advice

Touring Bike And Gear Weight. Bicycle Tour Packing Tips

Codey OrgillJanuary 21, 2023February 9, 2023

How Much Should Your Touring Bike and Gear Weigh In Total? When I started bicycle touring I always wondered how much all my gear plus my bike should roughly weigh...

Bike Reviews

Why The Surly Midnight Special Is Your Dream Ride!

Codey OrgillJanuary 19, 2023August 4, 2025

Updated: July 19, 2025 I'm utterly obsessed with Surly bikes! Their every detail captivates me, which is why I dove headfirst into the world of the Midnight Special. After hearing...

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Complete Guide to Touring On A Road Bike – Can You Put Panniers On A Road Bike?

Codey OrgillJanuary 18, 2023August 15, 2025

Updated: 15th August 2025 Have you ever gazed longingly at those epic bike touring adventures but hesitated because you only own a road bike? You're not alone. Many cycling enthusiasts...

Bicycle Touring Commuting

Best Folding Bikes For Touring & Commuting – The Complete List & In-Depth Look!

Codey OrgillJanuary 18, 2023February 9, 2023

Folding bikes make really convenient travel machines. Allowing you to pack them up in very small spaces to take on a plane or on other public transport. I have been...

Bike Reviews

Surly Long Haul Trucker Review – The Ultimate Touring Companion After 10,000+ KM

Codey OrgillJanuary 14, 2023August 4, 2025

Updated: August 3, 2025 I'm utterly fascinated by what makes a bike truly legendary, and few machines have earned their stripes quite like the Surly Long Haul Trucker. This isn't...

Bikepacking

Bikepacking Aero Bars : Why Use them? Handlebar Bags with Aero Bars!

Codey OrgillJanuary 11, 2023September 19, 2023

Aero Bars are gaining popularity in ultra racing events, and bikepackers are seeing the use in them for longer distance adventures. When I hear of aero bars I often think...