What is gravel riding?
Gravel riding sits somewhere between road cycling and mountain biking. At first glance, the drop handlebars and simple no-suspension frames of the bikes used for the sport appear just like their city slicker counterparts. However, gravel bikes have sturdy wheels and tires for tackling rough terrain. Gravel riders should also always ensure that they have basic tools with them, to deal with any unexpected damage that can crop up on the bumpy services they’re likely to encounter.
The number of people taking up off road sports is on the up, according to research by Strava.
