Podcast: Aaron Kerson of PNW Components & MTB influence in Gravel

September 18, 2020 JOM Rides / Musings gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com Leave a comment

Our partner in podcasting, The Gravel Ride Podcast, speaks this week with PNW Components Co-Founder, Aaron Kerson. We dive into the growing influence of MTB technology and philosophy within the gravel market and the benefits. Wider handlebars and dropper posts are making their way onto more and more gravel bikes. What do you think? PNW […]

Liv Devote – The all-new Women’s Gravel Bike: Carbon & Alloy Options + Approach Women’s Saddle

September 17, 2020 JOM Bike Tech / Reviews gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, riding gravel Leave a comment

“Whether you’re following the map’s contour lines or going straight up them, Devote accommodates your every need.” – Liv Cycling “Enjoy the freedom to explore and go big with this fully loaded, accessory-ready gravel bike that never quits. With so much versatility, capability, and comfort, your goals and adventures will expand beyond your wildest dreams.” […]

Diamondback Expands Haanjo Gravel Bike Collection for Fall 2020: Carbon + Alloy

September 17, 2020September 17, 2020 JOM Bike Tech / Reviews gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, monster cross Leave a comment

“Diamondback Bicycles is furthering its commitment to exploring the road less traveled with the introduction of new gravel and adventure bikes. Defined by versatility and premiere capabilities on road or dirt, the Haanjo gravel and adventure bike collection will feature eight new and updated models ranging from entry-level commuter bikes, to fully-featured, carbon do-it-all gravel […]

SRAM Force eTap AXS Wide Gravel Bike Drivetrain Project: Part Three (a): BUILD the Ribble CGR SL

September 17, 2020 JOM Bike Tech / Reviews, Videos gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, riding gravel Leave a comment

In Part One, we introduced the drivetrain for this project, SRAM Force eTap AXS WIDE. In Part Two, we unveiled the frame and fork at the heart of this project / long-term review, the Ribble Cycles CGR SL! You can check out Ribble’s complete range at http://ribblecycles.co.uk For Part Three, the build process begins. Help […]

Riding a Gravel Bike on an Abandoned Velodrome: Dorais Park, Detroit

September 16, 2020 JOM Videos gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, riding gravel 3 Comments

Warning: There’s no gravel in this ride experience video. But, do you reckon that prevented JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew from having fun riding laps of the abandoned velodrome in Dorais Park, Detroit, Michigan?! Dorais Velodrome “The Dorais Velodrome is an abandoned outdoor velodrome in Dorais Park in Detroit, Michigan, USA. It was built […]

WTB Resolute / Raddler 120tpi Gravel Tires with all-new SG2 Puncture Protection: Ridden & Reviewed

September 15, 2020September 15, 2020 JOM Bike Tech / Reviews, Videos gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, riding gravel 3 Comments

“Setting the bar for protected tires at competitive weights, all WTB gravel tires measuring at least 37mm wide are now available with a 120tpi casing and all-new SG2 puncture protection. This new protection layer is a lightweight, ultra-thin nylon insert that provides bead-to-bead coverage to ensure all surfaces of the tire are provided with an […]

FARR introduces Alloy version of popular Aero Bolt-On for Gravel Bikes / Endurance MTB

September 14, 2020 JOM Bike Tech / Reviews gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, riding gravel 1 Comment

“Lightweight, ergonomic addition to your cockpit.” – Farr “The new Aero Bolt-On Alloy provides added hand positions and comfort whilst offering an aero-tuck position for those wanting to focus on pure speed.” “Designed to fit 31.8mm handlebars and weighing just 133g they are the ultimate comfort upgrade for your bike.” Ergonomic bend and shape Easy […]

Touring Detroit & Dearborn, Michigan by Gravel Bike!

September 11, 2020September 11, 2020 JOM Rides / Musings, Videos gravel bicycles, gravel bike, gravel bikes, gravel cycling, gravel cycling calendar, gravel cyclist, gravel cyclist calendar, gravel grinder, gravel grinder calendar, gravel grinding, gravel grinding calendar, gravel racing, gravelcyclist.com, riding gravel 5 Comments

Detroit, Michigan “Detroit is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan, the largest U.S. city on the United States–Canada border, and the seat of Wayne County. The municipality of Detroit had a 2019 estimated population of 670,031, making it the 24th-most populous city in the United States.” – Wikipedia.org “The […]