Gravel Cyclist

NEW Shimano GRX Di2 12-Speed: Details, Shifting, & Impressions

By JOM May 23, 2024

"Gravel cycling is rooted in its simplicity, inclusivity, and curiosity. Everyone from first-timers to grizzled veterans counts on Shimano GRX, the industry’s first gravel-specific groupset, for smooth shifting, reliable braking,…

Surviving Stetina’s Paydirt: Fractured Ribs & Clavicle Injury!

By JOM May 22, 2024

"The Pine Nut Mountains are a rugged mountain range located to the east of Carson City, Nevada. Characterized by their distinct granite peaks, juniper woodlands, and sagebrush-covered foothills, this range…

California Mixed-Surface riding on the ENVE Fray: Templeton, Cambria, & More

By JOM May 17, 2024

In this video, JOM of Gravel Cyclist joins the ENVE crew and cycling journalists, for a challenging ride starting and ending in Templeton, California. The ride's purpose was to explore…

Recovering from a Clavicle Injury: Part Two, Back on the Bike

By JOM May 14, 2024

"A broken collarbone is a common injury. The collarbone, also known as the clavicle, connects the shoulder blade to the breastbone. Common causes of a broken collarbone include falls, sports…

Adelaide Hills Gravel Ride: South Australia

By JOM May 13, 2024

Norton Summit, South Australia "Norton Summit (formerly Norton's Summit) is a town in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, located approximately 12 km east of the city of Adelaide. The town…

Recovering from a Clavicle Injury: Part One

By JOM May 7, 2024

"A broken collarbone is a common injury. The collarbone, also known as the clavicle, connects the shoulder blade to the breastbone. Common causes of a broken collarbone include falls, sports…

Logos epoche Long-Term Review: No BS All-Rounder

By JOM May 6, 2024

epoché noun - ep·o·che | \ ˈepəˌkē \n Definition: The suspension of judgment; a setting aside assumptions and beliefs - https://logoscomponents.com "We designed our epoché 700c wheel system to defy…

Not your Average Gravel Ride: Mannum, South Australia

By JOM April 30, 2024

Mannum, South Australia: "Mannum is a historic town on the west bank of the Murray River in South Australia, 84 kilometres (52 mi) east of Adelaide. Mannum is the seat…

70 Miles of Mallory Swamp & North Florida: Sun, Sand, and the Suwanee

By JOM April 24, 2024

"New for 2024! Starting and ending in Branford, Florida at Hatch Park There is a 70 mile full loop and 47 mile short loop" - Part of the North Florida…

Replace SRAM Flattop Chain with KMC X12: Great with Shimano Too!

By JOM April 23, 2024

Recently, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew devoted a bunch of time, swapping wheels with cassettes by Shimano, Campagnolo, and SRAM, between bikes fitted with those systems to determine what…

Gravel Bike Check: Mallory Swamp Classic, North Florida

By JOM April 22, 2024

Gravel Bike Check time at the Mallory Swamp Classic In this video, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew checks out the assembled bikes at the 2024 Mallory Swamp Classic -…

Ceramic Coating, Help Deflect Dirt & Mud

By JOM April 16, 2024

Professional Ceramic Coating Ceramic coating refers to the normally time consuming and sometimes difficult process of applying a layer of ceramic to a car. These coatings provide extreme chemical resistance.…