My Top 5 Gravel Bikes of 2024 (I’ve ridden heaps of bikes)

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
JOM with Tuesday the Dog, a regular in GC videos

JOM of Gravel Cyclist has been at this madness since 2006, way before the mainstream cycling media had ever heard of gravel cycling, gravel bikes, etc. Like many people watching this video, JOM of Gravel Cyclist has a full-time job. Between that, his partner, owning a home, car hobbies and everything else, JOM does a lot of juggling producing the content you see on the Gravel Cyclist YouTube Channel & social media.

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Riding an out of service railway bridge, South Australia

JOM considers himself fortunate to have built relationships over the years with manufacturers, who send him the bikes you see on this channel / website to review. During that time, we’ve seen bike standards, come, go and stay, some good, and some bad. JOM’s style is authentic and no BS, something seldom in cycling media nowadays.

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Somewhere in South Australia

All of the Gravel Bike reviews you see here are UNPAID, unbiased, and No BS.

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Near McLaren Vale, South Australia

For the sort of bikes that JOM prefers to ride; a speedier bike he can throw around the place a bit, but adding to that, a bike that’s more adventurous, leaning towards traversing dodgy terrain. One thing JOM isn’t into is bike packing, he’s more of a credit card packing kind of cyclist.

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Reminder: ALWAYS BE A STEWARD FOR GRAVEL CYCLING: Respect the roads, respect the locals, respect the land, respect your fellow cyclists.

The Top 5 Gravel Bikes of 2024

Time ADHX 45

“Riders that spend the majority of their time on unimproved roads will appreciate the volume and traction offered by a 45c tire. Gravel-oriented frames achieve the necessary tire clearance by thinning and lengthening the seatstays & chainstays and widening the crown of the fork. The resulting increase in frame deflection paired with the vibration absorption and traction of larger tires make light work of rough roads even as they render the ADHX 45 less suited to asphalt.” – Time Bicycles

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Time ADHX 45 in Sydney, Australia
top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Time ADHX 45 at the Midnight Oil House, Australia

Officina Battaglin Pave

“Explore new terrains with the Battaglin Pavé, a gravel bike that redefines versatility and performance. Inspired by our Power+ EVO model, the Pavé is meticulously crafted with a custom-drawn Columbus GB81 steel tubeset, tailored specifically to meet Officina Battaglin’s exact standards.” – Officina Battaglin

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Officina Battaglin Pave’ near Deerfield, MA
top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Officina Battaglin Pave’ near Deerfield, MA

No. 22 Bicycles Drifter Adventure

“Starting with our award-winning Drifter, the Drifter Adventure is for riders seeking more. Additional tire clearance and compatibility for 1X drivetrains only allows the Drifter Adventure to run larger tires to take your adventures further off the beaten path.” – No. 22 Bicycles

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
No. 22 Bicycles Drifter Adventure in the Sonoran Desert
top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
No. 22 Bicycles Drifter Adventure

Pivot Cycles Vault

“The new Vault isn’t just a bike; it’s an invitation to explore the world on your terms. With its lightweight build, inspiring handling & expanded sizing, the Vault stands out as a leader in the gravel market. Designed for riders who demand versatility & performance without compromising comfort, the Vault lets you find your freedom and get lost in the adventure.” – Pivot Cycles

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Pivot Cycles Vault
top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Pivot Cycles Vault

Framework Bicycles Custom Gravel Bike

“The only parameters that matter, are yours. The heart of our process is a deeply integrated CAD/CAM system which links a parametric model of your bike to our CNC mills to carve with precision not possible from the competition.” – Framework Bicycles

top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Framework Bicycles Custom Gravel Bike
top 5 gravel bikes of 2024
Made in Canada: Dodge Challenger Scat Pack + Framework

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