JOM, Author at Gravel Cyclist

Stooging about Denton, Maryland on a Gravel Bike: Quiet Farm Roads, No Cars

By JOM January 10, 2023

"Denton was established in 1781. It was first called Eden Town, for Sir Robert Eden, the last royal governor of Maryland, and over time Eden Town was shortened to Denton.…

Shimano GRX Carbon Gravel Wheels: REVIEW

By JOM January 9, 2023

"Ride or race, gravel cycling is about the adventure ahead. The comradery with friends or the friendly competition with others. Gravel is about getting up early to explore unknown roads…

Podcast: Ben Brainard of the Shasta Gravel Hugger, Northern California

By JOM January 5, 2023

Our partner in podcasting, The Gravel Ride Podcast, sits down this time around with Ben Brainard to discuss the Shasta Gravel Hugger. Founded in 2020, this March event in Northern…

Review: Tailfin Cycling Mini Pannier 5L / 10L + AP20 Trunk Top Bag + Cargo Cages – by Jason Lopez

By JOM January 4, 2023

The first thing that comes to my mind when thinking of bikepacking, is a bike loaded to the brim with bags and gear all over the place for a self-supported…

New Year’s Day Ride 2023: Stooging about Gainesville, Florida

By JOM January 3, 2023

Gainesville is the county seat of, and the largest city in, Alachua County, Florida, and is both the principal city of the Gainesville, Florida, metropolitan statistical area and the largest…

Goodbye 2022, Hello 2023! The Final Video / Post for 2022, Thank You!

By JOM December 31, 2022

Goodbye 2022, Hello 2023! Video Alternative Video Link for those reading via email subscription. Presenting our final video of 2022. Thank you for Watching, Liking, and Subscribing to our videos,…

Shimano GRX Limited Close-Up Look: The Shiny Edition of GRX Mechanical

By JOM December 30, 2022

"For Frame Builders with Consuming Passion and Riders with Taste." - https://bike.shimano.com "There is a rich variety in the field of gravel bikes. Among those bikes, there are unique, handmade…

Exploring Marfa, Texas: By Bicycle

By JOM December 29, 2022

"Marfa is a city in the high desert of the Trans-Pecos in far West Texas, between the Davis Mountains and Big Bend National Park. It is the county seat of…

Podcast: Matt Hawkins – Croatan Buck Fifty – Event Promoter & Founder of Ridge Supply (Socks, Shoes & More)

By JOM December 28, 2022

Our partner in podcasting, The Gravel Ride Podcast, sits down with Matt Hawkins, organizer of North Carolina’s Croatan Buck Fifty and founder of Ridge Supply. The special origin story of…

Olustee Overlander Mixed-Surface Ride: Alachua, Florida – A Test Event for 2023?

By JOM December 28, 2022

The Olustee Overland Gravel Grind: "A dirt road Odyssey into Olustee, Osceola National Forest and Back. There is a 130-mile route and a 100-mile option for riders to choose from.…

Continental Terra Trail TR Long-Term Review: Sweet All-Rounder Gravel Tire

By JOM December 26, 2022

"Tires are the essential point of contact between your car and the road (or bicycle in this case). We work to ensure that your tires will always offer excellent braking,…

Shimano Ultegra 12-Speed Di2 Build Project Part 2: Lynskey Helix PRO Disc

By JOM December 23, 2022

The Lynskey Helix PRO titanium road bike build continues in Part 2, paired with Shimano's R8170 12-Speed Di2 groupset. A little known fact, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew still…