Bespoked London 2026: Pashley’s Wildfinder Mullet Crowns the 32-Inch Era
Bespoked London 2026 confirmed 32-inch wheels as the year’s defining design trend. Pashley’s Wildfinder Mullet headlined a show floor packed with 32in builds.
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Pöstlberger and Gómez Villafañe Win The Traka 200 in Girona
Lukas Pöstlberger held off MTB stars to win the 2026 Traka 200 by 20 seconds, while Sofía Gómez Villafañe took her second straight women’s title in a solo finish across the Girona gravel.
Felt Breed 2026: 950g Gravel Frame Goes Aero
Felt’s relaunched Breed gravel bike claims a 950g frame, 7.037kg complete weight and 10.5% less drag — and arrives at dealers in May 2026.
750d Wheel Size For Gravel Bikes Explained: What’s The Benefit of Going Even Bigger?
A 750D wheel measures 750mm in bead seat diameter — larger than the standard 700C (622mm) and gravel-popular 650B (584mm). 750D was a niche size used briefly in some recumbents and time-trial bikes; it’s effectively obsolete in modern cycling. Below, we explain the history, who used 750D, and what to do if you own a … Read more
Flat Bars Vs Drop Bars for Road and Gravel Bikes: Which Is Right For You?
Flat bars are wider (640–760 mm), more upright, and offer better control on technical terrain — standard on mountain bikes, hybrids, and many commuters. Drop bars are narrower (380–460 mm) with multiple hand positions and a more aerodynamic posture — standard on road and gravel bikes. The choice depends on terrain (off-road = flat; mostly … Read more
Is A Gravel Bike The Ultimate Commuter Bike?
A gravel bike is the most versatile drop-bar bike you can own — it handles smooth pavement, dirt roads, light singletrack, bikepacking, and commuting on one frame. Modern gravel bikes accept 40-50mm tires, mount fenders/racks, and use 1x or 2x drivetrains tuned for mixed terrain. Below, we explain why gravel bikes are the closest thing … Read more
UCI Gravel World Championships 2023: Niewiadoma and Mohorič triumph in Veneto
Amidst the picturesque vistas of Veneto, gravel grinders from around the world clashed in a battle of skill, strategy, and sheer determination. With its winding trails and relentless elevation shifts, the challenging Veneto circuit tested the mettle of every competitor.
Gravel Bike Tire Pressure Explained: The Essential Info
Gravel bikes are fairly new to cycling compared to other disciplines. It’s like they came out of nowhere about five years ago, only to be everywhere now.
We get some excellent questions about gravel bikes, but one that always comes up is: “What’s the best gravel bike tire pressure?”
Gravel Bike Vs Hybrid Bike: Essential Differences Explained
Gravel and hybrid bikes are cut from the same cloth, but some key differences make each unique.
There are some key differences that can help make up your mind when deciding which is best for you in the battle of gravel bike vs hybrid bike.
Ultimate Guide To Gravel Wheelsets: Shimano + Campagnolo Edition
The wheelset of your gravel bike can make a huge difference to the feel of your ride. But how do you choose the right gravel wheelset for you?
Different types of gravel wheelsets excel at different things. Gravel biking is such a wide discipline that two gravel wheelsets could be very different from one another and should be used for different types of riding.
Gravel Bike Vs Mountain Bike: Essential Differences Explained
Gravel bikes and mountain bikes are two very different types of bikes, but they’re both intended to be used off-road. Mountain bikes are the classic off-road beasts and couldn’t be further from their efficient asphalt-going cousins: road bikes. However, cycling’s newest discipline, gravel biking, has exploded in popularity, particularly with roadies keen to give some … Read more
How To Convert A Mountain Bike To A Gravel Bike In 10 Steps
So, you’re looking to do a mountain bike to gravel bike conversion. If you’re looking to get into the exciting new off-road discipline of gravel, but don’t want to break the bank buying another bike, learning how to convert a mountain bike to a gravel bike could be your best bet. This process is a … Read more
Gravel Bike Vs Road Bike: Essential Differences Explained
Unlike mountain or cyclocross bikes, which are designed quite differently, gravel bikes and road bikes have a lot in common. It’s even fairly easy to convert one into the other with a few minor changes. So what are the differences when it comes to gravel bike vs road bike? And why are they designed in … Read more
Gravel Racing Decoded: What Is Gravel Bike Racing?
The new world of gravel racing is vast and diverse. There’s an event out there for every gravel bike racer! Since the introduction of gravel bikes a few years ago, gravel bike races are popping up all over the place, taking in some of the most beautiful gravel roads, dirt forest paths, and single-track in … Read more
How to Convert Road Bike to Gravel Bike in 3 Steps
Gravel bikes have been the hot new thing in the cycling world in the last few years. If you’ve felt the call of gravel beckoning you into unpaved territory, you might begin your search for a gravel bike only to be met with wallet-gouging prices. Unfortunately, we all know that buying a quality bike is … Read more
Ultimate Gravel Bike Groupset Guide: Shimano, Campagnolo, and SRAM
Accompanying the explosion of gravel bikes in the past few years, the component manufacturing giants have all released specific gravel bike groupsets. Over the past decade, gravel bikes have become exceedingly popular. It fits a need for a versatile bike that performs well on the road and off-road. Initially, they used road bike groupsets, but … Read more
Cyclocross Vs Gravel Bike: What’s The Difference?
To the untrained eye, cyclocross and gravel bikes may appear almost identical. Furthermore, in recent years, cyclocross bikes have increased in popularity in the non-racing consumer market, meaning that you’re a lot more likely to see them out and about. Whilst they are very similar in many ways, there are a number of distinct differences … Read more
What Is A Gravel Bike? All You Need To Know
You’ve probably heard of gravel riding before. After all, it’s the hottest and fastest-growing riding discipline right now. While ditching the road for new surfaces is hardly a totally new idea, what has changed is the wave of specially adapted bikes, events, and equipment dedicated to helping you do it. A gravel bike is a … Read more