Three Tires From WTB: Byway 40mm At The Finish
January 26, 2020
I have to say that these are compelling tires for mixed surface riding in our So Cal conditions. The casing size is just enough, the tire is fast, it rides well, and has some side knobs for increased grip on looser corners. I like them very much.
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Gritty Take: The Riders Hold The Power
January 25, 2020
So, is having the UCI run a "Gravel Worlds" a benefit to gravel cycling? Would this make gravel cycling "legitimate" in terms of professional cycling? Or would this be, once again, the same old dog and pony show we've seen play out for decades.
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Three Tires From WTB: Venture 40mm At The Finish
January 22, 2020
After some time on them I think they might be the best So Cal dirt road tire I have tried from WTB.
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Project Topstone: Updates
January 20, 2020
At the cross roads I thought, “Huh. I could go a bit farther and drop down this winding canyon connector road.” OK, why not? And this rambling continued, even when the road choices kept coming along and even when I knew the conditions would be much more than any road bike would be comfortable in.
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Featured Event: unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley
January 17, 2020
The Pennsylvania countryside in Fall is supposed to be a beautiful thing, or so I have been told. I would know, but an unfortunate family health issue prevented me from attending the second unPAved of the Susquehanna River Valley event. Oh well, that's how it goes sometimes. The good news is that the team there in Pennsylvania has decided to do it all again this coming Fall.
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GT Grade Project: Searching For A Gravel Bike – Part 2
January 16, 2020
Editor’s Note: In recent times we have noticed that there are more and more folks looking for a gravel bike. They are seeking advice and looking for tips on how to go about this. In Part 1, Grannygear walks us through the process of how he and Mrs. Grannygear found a gravel bike that would work for Mrs. Grannygear’s needs. In this post we will get a look at what upgrades they made to tailor the bike for her.
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New Podcast Episode is Out!
January 15, 2020
We've done this podcast over the last few years and it's always been fun. We're back on the
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GT Grade Project: Searching For A Gravel Bike
January 15, 2020
In recent times we have noticed that there are more and more folks looking for a gravel bike. They are seeking advice and looking for tips on how to go about this. In this post, and the following, Grannygear walks us through the process of how he and Mrs. Grannygear found a gravel bike that would work for Mrs. Grannygear's needs. Then we will also get a look at what upgrades they made to tailor the bike for her.
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Gravel Grinder News: Salsa Cycles Debuts 2020 Warbirds
January 14, 2020
Featuring several bikes with the new GRX components which Shimano introduced last year, (and which Riding Gravel is still reviewing), the new Warbirds still have all the salient features of the range introduced last year. Big tire clearances, dual wheel size capabilities, lots of accessory attachment points, and the Class V VRS vibration damping system.
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Shimano RX8 Gravel Shoes: At The Finish
January 10, 2020
The RX8 does what a gravel bike does. It takes what was a road thing, for smooth paved surfaces, and it makes it into a rough road, dirt road thing. Gravel riding is not mountain biking, (despite the cross-over at some points), and the demands of road riding are a bit closer related to what we do on gravel "roads" than what people need to have for single track. Therefore; it is my opinion that a slightly modified road shoe is what will do the job best, and Shimano has knocked it out of the park with the RX8
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GORE Infinium Bike Wear: Quick Review
January 8, 2020
When the label says “When performance is a priority and water fastness isn’t”, you know they are speaking my language. In So Cal, from fall into winter, we can get rain of course, but mostly we get cold winds. So having a layer that is wind blocking is key to happy riding.
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Featured Event: The Old Man Winter Rally
January 8, 2020
Featured Event: The Old Man Winter Rally - by Guitar Ted
Over the years I have compiled events calendars
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Welcome to Riding Gravel. Our goal is to connect the gravel community and bring you information and resources to improve your experience. The unpaved route is more interesting and adventurous, and (we think) it’s the best route.
