BETA
Chapter 1
The birth of the gravel category
Chapter 2
The technology of comfort and control
Chapter 3
Global gravel culture and epic adventures
Chapter 4
Why gravel bikes became the ultimate "one bike"
YOUR GOAL
Master of The rise of gravel bikes
Ch 3 · Global gravel culture and epic adventures
nic Test your knowledge of global gravel bike culture and epic off-road adventures in the interactive Gravel Globe game.
nic Gravel Cycling
Trade the paved road for the wild unknown, Where the tires are wide and the path is stone.
nic The Grinduro race format mixes relaxed group riding with short, timed competitive segments.
nic Gravel bikes are built with mounting eyelets to carry gear for multi-day, self-supported wilderness adventures.
Fun Fact
Bikepacking bags: Modern frame bags are designed to fit perfectly inside the front triangle of a bicycle, keeping weight centered for better balance.
Glossary
bikepacking (noun)
The activity of traveling by bicycle while carrying lightweight overnight gear, typically on unpaved roads. New Zealand's Kiwi Brevet showcases how this style of self-supported exploration has achieved widespread international popularity.
The activity of traveling by bicycle while carrying lightweight overnight gear, typically on unpaved roads. New Zealand's Kiwi Brevet showcases how this style of self-supported exploration has achieved widespread international popularity.
Quiz
Which country hosted the very first Grinduro event before it expanded to Japan and Europe?
Quiz
What makes the starting line of most gravel races different from traditional professional road races?
Quiz
What is the name of the popular multi-day bicycle travel style that uses soft bags strapped directly to the frame?