Gravel Cyclist

Something for the Casual Gravel Cyclist: Shimano introduces 25th Anniversary edition SD-501A SPD Sandal

By JOM June 30, 2020

"Shimano celebrates the 25th anniversary of its beloved SPD sandal with a throwback, special edition sandal in a unique colorway. Inspired by Shimano’s second-generation SPD sandals, introduced in the year…

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Spinergy launches GXX “King of Gravel” Wheelset inc. Special Gold Edition

By JOM June 30, 2020

"There is a new “King of Gravel” and it’s the Spinergy GXX." - Spinergy Taking cues from their line of GXC wheelsets, Spinergy has upped the ante with a brand…

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RideFarr introduces GMX (Gravel Monster Cross) Frame-Kits: aka The Gravel Monster

By JOM June 29, 2020

RideFarr - "We’re a team of bike-minded individuals with a passion for all things bicycle. Always tinkering, always inspired by the freedom of riding our bikes and always thinking about…

Touring Downtown Tampa, Florida by Gravel Bike! A Mostly Quiet Day of Exploration

By JOM June 29, 2020

Tampa is a major city in, and the county seat of, Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. It is on the west coast of Florida on Tampa Bay, near the Gulf…

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Opportunity: Goodyear Bicycle Tires announce “Wingfoot Alliance” Ambassador Program

By JOM June 29, 2020

"The Goodyear name first appeared on a tire — a bicycle tire, to be precise — in 1898. Since then, Goodyear and the legendary Winged Foot™ logo have been synonymous…

2013 Quiring Cycles Custom Stainless Steel Gravel Bike: Way Ahead of its Time!

By JOM June 26, 2020

Meet the 2013 Quiring Cycles Custom Stainless Steel Gravel bike owned by Gravel Cyclist's very own, Dr. Pain. This bike has been featured on the website in the past, but…

Shoe Review: Shimano RX8 Gravel Shoe – The Men’s Specific Edition

By JOM June 25, 2020

"Serving as a signal of Shimano’s deep commitment to the gravel riding community, the RX8 is a truly high performance, lightweight gravel racing shoe. Available in both men’s and women’s…

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Podcast: Hellhole Gravel Grind Stage Race of South Carolina: The Original Gravel Stage Race

By JOM June 25, 2020

Our partner in podcasting, The Gravel Ride Podcast, talks with Geoff Duncan and Chris Moore of the Hellhole Gravel Grind stage race in South Carolina. The team has an innovative…

Shimano GRX Mechanical 1x & 2x Long Term Review! The best mechanical groupset for gravel?

By JOM June 24, 2020

"Following a multi-year global market study, product testing and development process, Shimano introduce the world’s first dedicated gravel component line: SHIMANO GRX. New for the 2020 model year, the SHIMANO…

Wolf Tooth Components releases 40mm x 5mm Thick Supple Bar Tape for Gravel Cycling Comfort

By JOM June 23, 2020

Wolf Tooth Supple Bar Tape was created for comfort on unforgiving terrain. Supple Bar Tape is 5mm thick, which is twice as thick as most traditional bar tapes. It’s made…

Gravel Cycling around Nashville!… the other Nashville… Nashville, Georgia & Surrounds!

By JOM June 23, 2020

Nashville is a city in Berrien County, Georgia, United States, and the population was 4,939 at the 2010 census. The city is the county seat of Berrien Count and is…

German-Made Beast Components Gravel & Ultra Handlebars promise ergonomic comfort for the long miles / kms ahead

By JOM June 22, 2020

"Beast Components was founded in 2016. Because of our origins, we attach great importance to using the latest scientific methods and state-of-the-art technology. Our close cooperation with the Institute of…