Category: Gravel

  • Gravel Bikes Are NOT 90’s Mountain Bikes! Here’s Why!

    Gravel Bikes Are NOT 90’s Mountain Bikes! Here’s Why!

    The 1990s witnessed a significant transformation in cycling, propelling mountain biking from obscurity to mainstream popularity. The first mountain bike World Championships were held in Colorado in 1990, and by 1996, mountain biking was recognized as an Olympic sport. Delving into this era’s history has been incredibly enlightening, especially since…

  • 11 Best Adventure Gravel Bikes

    11 Best Adventure Gravel Bikes

    The gravel bike market is exploding with bike options galore. With gravel bikes generally taking on the role of a mix between a road bike and mountain bike. A bike that is much more capable to travel those roads and trails less travelled. However it can sometimes be confusing when…

  • Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Review, Overview, and Summary

    The Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 is Trek’s best-valued gravel bike in the various Checkpoint model lineup. For the price, it’s a high-quality build that holds up for long, rugged miles on roads, dirt, and even the most treacherous gravel. A gravel bike built for adventure. With its rugged design and…

  • Best Gravel Bikes For All Types of Riding

    Best Gravel Bikes For All Types of Riding

    The trend has no signs of slowing down. The gravel bike market has filled a nice gap in our cycling community. Allowing you to push drop bar bikes to the limits of adventuring capabilities. Gravel bikes could almost be the perfect bike to do it all. Maybe! Maybe not! Depends…

  • Are Gravel Bikes Worth It? DON’T waste your money!

    Are Gravel Bikes Worth It? DON’T waste your money!

    Most cases, yes!! gravel bikes are worth it? But why you ask? They could be the ultimate bike which does it all. From the group road rides with your mates, to single track adventures across a country! They also make great commuter bikes. But the problem with a bike that…

  • Best Folding Gravel Bikes For Compact Adventures

    Best Folding Gravel Bikes For Compact Adventures

    Hey there adventure seekers, have you heard about the latest trend in outdoor activities? Gravel biking has been taking the world by storm, combining the best of both worlds from mountain and road biking. But what happens when you want to take your trusty steed on the road with you…

  • Evil Chamois Hagar Gravel Bike First Look And Review

    Evil Chamois Hagar Gravel Bike First Look And Review

    A gravel bikes that is not your normal gravel bike! This bike has me so excited to talk to you about! Evil are coming at this with new eyes and have given us a gravel shredder, the Hagar! Most gravel bikes start with normal road bike frame specs and adjust…

  • Cyclocross Bikes vs Gravel Bikes : Breaking Down the Differences

    Cyclocross Bikes vs Gravel Bikes : Breaking Down the Differences

    In the evolving world of cycling, a question often arises: what truly sets gravel bikes apart from their cyclocross counterparts? Amidst debates and discussions, some speculate that gravel bikes are merely a passing trend, overshadowing the once-popular cyclocross bikes. However, this shift in preference raises a pertinent question about the…

  • Most Stunning Custom Gravel Bikes For Adventuring In Style!

    Most Stunning Custom Gravel Bikes For Adventuring In Style!

    Custom gravel bikes are some of the most aesthetically pleasing bikes your can buy. Not only that, you can get them tailor-made to your body for that perfect fit. There are many different types of custom gravel bikes on the market, handmade masterpieces, made from anything from adventure to racing.…

  • Canyon Grizl Review, Overview and Summary

    Canyon Grizl Review, Overview and Summary

    The Canyon Grizl is a versatile and rugged bike designed for adventure cyclists who love to explore new terrains. Specifically marketed as a bikepacking gravel bike. This bike was created by Canyon, a German bike manufacturer known for its high-quality and innovative bikes. The Grizl is designed to be a…