Event brings two day format to Kinesis UK Gravelcross series
Tom Hill
Snack carrying got easier with Silca and the Speed Capsule TT
Direct mount storage for energy bars, pies and more...
Kinesis launches new gravel bike, that it’s sure will become your Go-To
One of the first UK gravel companies brings out a new bike – will it live up to the mighty Tripster?
Review: The Acros Enduro is a carbon wheelset to survive the apocalypse
Tough, good value, are there any downsides to the Acros Enduro Race Carbon wheelset?
First Ride: Lauf True Grit Frameset… aka the gravel ripper
A few hours in the saddle makes a lasting impression with the Lauf True Grit.
MEGA GALLERY: Bikes of Grinduro 2018, from the wonderful to the plain weird
We take a virtual wander around the Grinduro village and pick our favourite bikes spotted.
First Look: Fearless Vulture frameset
Tested: Fearless Vulture From: Fearless Bikes Price: £499 (frame and forks) Same but definitely different Sticking to a bit of a “steel is real” theme that we’ve been digging for the last few months the Fearless Vulture is coming in hot on the heals of…
Sausage rolls and dry cow poo. Yorkshire True Grit wasn’t your average gravel ride
Jason Miles takes on the second running of Yorkshire True Grit, under blue skies and a hot sun.
Lezyne launch new GPS units – meet the Mega XL and Mega C
Will the Mega XL and Mega C see Lezyne go toe-to-toe with the big boys?
Reviewed: Ring-a-ding. In praise of the simple bell, and the story of how Lezyne won me around.
It may never be the coolest of accessories, but Tom rings the praises of a simple bell.
Video: Brother in the Wild 2018
Is it FOMO if you've already missed out? We'll try not to next year... pencil us in for the bike football. Check out the video to find out more.
Doing it all: Reviewed – Hope Technology 20Five Pro4 wheelset
What wheelset would you choose for racing through to trail bashing? Rich rates the Hope Technology 20Five Pro4 after a long winter of abuse.
Saddle up for the Double Downs to support our wounded
The South Downs National Park will play host to Walking With The Wounded’s latest challenge on Saturday 1st September 2018: The Double Downs. This one-day, 64-mile off-road cycling challenge promises to be a rewarding day out as cyclists take on the famous chalk hills from…
Grabs some autumnal gravel fun with the Falling Leaves Rough Ride
Explore some lesser known corners of the Midlands in October. And get a free cap. Win!
Brick Lane Bikes Hitchhiker is a frameset for adventure and more…
In house brand of London bike shop gets its adventure on
Match made in heaven? Rapha and Apple team up to create exclusive range
Hellishly posh homes for your Apple tech from Rapha
Fade to anything but grey: First Look – Brother Kepler Disc 2018
A refreshing change from the same old suspects, or all style no substance? We'll find out...
North London Dirt: The Ride Journal invite you to escape the city for a good cause…
Ride bikes, feel righteous – the perfect event?
Kinky top tubes for less. Canyon update Inflite range with a new aluminium option
Canyon expand its 'cross race bike range.
Do you want new cycling kit Ornot? US brand comes to the UK, dealing in nice threads and giving us cheap puns
Another contender in the most stylish lycra stakes hits UK shores.
The modern anachronism – Reviewed: Ritchey Outback frameset
It may have classic styling, but the Ritchey is anything but old fashioned.
There’s a new Salsa on its way. Get ready for the Warbird V4
But you are going to have to be patient. They aren't out until the autumn...
Feeling a bit flat? Muc-Off enter the sealant game
It’s no secret that we are total converts to tubeless when it comes to #dirtydropbargoodness. It makes complete sense – allowing us to run lower pressures, risk fewer pinches, get improved traction and generally have more fun without worrying about the dreaded hiss of a…
Gravel updates from wheelsmiths, Stan’s NoTubes
Updated gravel options from the tubeless innovators.
Titani-yum! First Look: Reilly Gradient Titanium
Mark gets his grubby mitts on the decidedly ungrubby Reilly Gradient Ti.
Caminade bikes launch titanium tubed, carbon lugged gravel bike
We think this frame building technique might be unique?
Suspend your disbelief – Reviewed: the Lauf Grit fork brings comfort and speed to gravel
Leaf sprung, funky looking, but how did it ride? Tom finds out.
Never mind the Trossachs, it’s the Dukes Weekender gravel event
Something for everyone as gravel comes to Aberfoyle in September 2018.
Reviewed: Compass Steilacoom tyres – the perfect UK “gravel” option?
Want it all? We reckon the Steilacoom is more than a jack of all trades when it comes to terrain.
Reviewed: Hope RX4 hydraulic brake calipers – six pence stopping for a lot more than six pence
The RX4 brings a Hope caliper to your SRAM or Shimano brake – does it offer benefits over the stock option?
Albannach launches Frameworks
Scottish brand goes big with three customisable titanium frames for the masses
More grit than ever at Yorkshire True Grit for 2018
Back for more, it's always good to hear when an event returns with a new and improved course
Get Gravel Scavenging in Manchester with Grinduro and Rapha
Riding bikes, talking bikes, drinking whisky. We're in!
To hood or not to hood? We test two Morvelo jackets back-to-back.
The Morvelo Exile and the Hydrologic are both made of the same fabric. What differentiates them is their features. Which did we prefer for gravel rides?
Tom’s Dirty Reiver kit list. What would you bring for 200km of gravel?
What would you use for some all-day gravel fun? Tom shares his picks.
Restrap launch mini waterproof saddle pack
Need to carry just a little more on your rides? This might be the answer.
What do you call an Ass Saver for your face? Meet the Mudder Mini
Fed up of getting mud in your eye? Ass Savers are here to help.
First Look: Bombtrack Hook EXT – where does gravel end and mountain bike begin?
Is the Hook EXT the do-it-all option for those who expect their gravel bike to go where mountain bikes can?
Mavic get on the gravel train with new wheels and more – first ride review
Last week, Tom headed out to the Pyrenees to check out the Allroad collection. Find out what he thought of the extended wheel and tyre range.
Gravel specific clothing, or just grown-up riding threads? Who cares, we love Mavic’s new range
A first look and first ride review of the Mavic Allroad clothing range
Fresh Grit Friday: Volume 14
Another week done, another batch of hot goods delivered. Grab a brew, check 'em out!
Landrun 100 – Paul Errington’s experience
Our man in the north (east), Paul Errington, jetted off to Oklahoma to take part in the Landrun 100, looking to lay the demons of a mechanical in 2017 to rest.
Fresh Grit Friday: Volume 13, AKA Fresh Good Friday 🐣
An (almost) pun-free eggstravagansa of Eastery bikey goodness, it's FGF!
Review: Suspension tinkerers rejoice! The Formula Selva fork has all the bells & whistles
The Selva fork is the newest enduro fork from Italian motorcycle and mountain bike suspension/brake manufacturer, Formula. We got one a huge 160mm travel 29er version to test, and gave it to our similarly long-legged Yorkshireman, Mr Tom Hill, who’s spent a solid four months…
Is This The Best All Rounder 29er Tyre? Reviewed: Maxxis High Roller II
Somewhere in the middle when it comes to grip, width and weight - but are they top performers?
All Mountain Carbon Wheelset Review: DT Swiss XMC1200 Spline 30
Does this droolworthy wheelset, which ticks all the boxes of a modern trail set-up, live up to expectations?
Carbon Exotica – This 175mm Travel KS LEV Ci Is The Most Expensive Dropper Post We Have Ever Reviewed
Using a carbon fibre outer tube, the KS LEV Ci promises to be one of the lightest dropper posts on the market.
