JOM, Author at Gravel Cyclist

2021 Strada Bellamy: 120+ Miles of Mixed-Surface Roads in North Central Florida!

By JOM April 12, 2021

"The 10th Annual Strada Bellamy Sportif covers 217km of paved and unpaved roadways. Strada Bellamy takes its inspiration from the Strade Bianche held each spring in Tuscany. Our route incorporates…

Exploring the hills & countryside of Talbotton, Georgia: And a Supertuck salute to the UCI!

By JOM April 9, 2021

"Talbotton is a city in Talbot County, Georgia, United States. The population was 970 at the 2010 census. The city is the county seat of Talbot County." - Wikipedia.org "Talbotton…

Gravel Epic: A New Kind of Gravel Race Elevating Itself Above the Competition

By JOM April 8, 2021

"Gravel Epic is a first of its kind gravel cycling event. Pairing a multi-stage and timed format, iconic destinations, and a support team descended from the Haute Route model, it…

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Enigma Escape Titanium Gravel Bike: Preview – Unboxing & Features of the next review bike

By JOM April 8, 2021

"The Enigma story began 13 years ago. From humble beginnings in a converted shed, we now occupy an 8000 sq. ft workshop. Founded on the principles of unwavering devotion to…

A City Tour of Roswell, New Mexico! (Plenty of Alien Paraphernalia)

By JOM April 7, 2021

"Roswell is a city in, and the seat of, Chaves County in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Chaves County forms the entirety of the Roswell micropolitan area. As of…

Gravel Revolution: Building the Ultimate Frame from Bamboo – By Bamboo Bicycle Club – Gravel Bike Frame Kit!

By JOM April 6, 2021

Gravel cycling popularity has exploded over the last few years. Cyclists' desire to get off the beaten track for a more versatile ride has led to the emergence of some…

2021 Hell of the NorFLA: 200 Miles of North Florida Mixed-Surface Cycling sans Gameplan

By JOM April 5, 2021

"Celebrate the return of daylight saving time with a long day in the saddle. This route combines portions of our local series events - Doc Hollywood, Heartbreaker, Tour of the…

Life Time Introduces The ‘Rad Dirt Fest, a New Gravel Bike & Trail Run Event in Trinidad, Colorado

By JOM April 3, 2021

As off-road endurance events continue to gain popularity throughout the country, Life Time is excited to announce The ‘Rad Dirt Fest, a new off-road cycle and trail run event based…

Riding the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks: Las Cruces, New Mexico

By JOM April 2, 2021

"Before the Spanish started north on the Camino Real trail, the Organ, Robledo, Uvas, and Potrillo Mountains overlooked centuries of civilization in what would become the Mesilla Valley. Generations of…

Explore your Boundaries: A Markus Stitz & Mark Beaumont short film – the joys of winter cycling around Scotland’s Capital

By JOM April 2, 2021

With a new film Edinburgh-based Markus Stitz and Mark Beaumont encourage more people to enjoy winter cycling in the future. Filmed on a newly created gravel bike route, which follows…