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 2 · The technology of comfort and control
sonia See how pairing road shifters with mountain bike gears creates a mullet drivetrain to help you conquer steep climbs in this visual guide.
nic Gravel bikes
Let the pressure down to roll right through— *(Yeah, we roll right through!)*
nic Gravel bikes use a longer wheelbase and slacker steering angles to provide stability on loose surfaces.
nic Disc brakes moved braking away from the wheel rim, allowing frames to fit much wider tires.
Fun Fact
Tubeless sealant: Liquid sealant inside tubeless bicycle tires can automatically plug holes up to a quarter-inch wide while you are still riding.
Glossary
suspension (noun)
A system of springs and shock absorbers designed to cushion a vehicle from road impacts. In 2019, Cannondale introduced the Kingpin system, offering thirty millimeters of travel to absorb gravel vibrations.
A system of springs and shock absorbers designed to cushion a vehicle from road impacts. In 2019, Cannondale introduced the Kingpin system, offering thirty millimeters of travel to absorb gravel vibrations.