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"
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.
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.
nic Disc brakes moved braking away from the wheel rim, allowing frames to fit much wider tires.
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.