+ Lightweight and responsive frameset + Agile and fast ride + Space for 2.1" 650b tyres Reasons to avoid - Jittery on rougher surfaces on 38mm tyres specced More reasonably priced than the S-Works Crux, the Crux Pro is still very light and has the same responsive geometry as the top-spe...
Pros: Versatile carbon frameset; great spec; well thought out geometry Cons: Gearing might not be low enough for some; Canyon-specific mudguard mounts The Canyon Grizl is a burlier version of the Canyon Grail, which is also one of the best gravel bikes. The Grizl has clearance for 50mm...
At its current price of $3,750, the Specialized Diverge Comp is expensive, primarily because of the FACT carbon frameset and fork and the advanced suspension system that drive the cost up. The Giant Revolt Advanced 2, our next best choice in men’s gravel bike, is worth considering if you...
If you spend any amount of time looking over map apps on your phone, searching for forgotten roads or new routes to explore, the Scott Addict Gravel 20 Bike is the adventurous gravel bike for you. Its full carbon frameset blends light weight, performance, and durability, making it the perfe...
The lightweight-framed Palta is a fast gravel bike.Russell Burton / Our Media £5,199 / $7,560 / €5,164 as tested Pros:Superb frameset; sensible price; great all-road performance Cons:Skinny tyres; geometry not suited to technical terrain ...
How to choose the best gravel bike under $1,000 in the US or £1,000 in the UK What's the best frame material for a gravel bike? The best gravel bikes under $1,000 / £1,000 will almost invariably include an aluminium (also known as alloy) frameset. ...
Many framesets now have the option to run either size, so which one is right for you? Generally speaking, 650b wheels can accommodate a wider tyre than the larger 700c size, with a small sacrifice in rollover (how easily the wheel itself rolls over bumps). In simple terms, a 700c ...
bike. We weren’t concerned with the ergonomics of contact points like the saddle, as this aspect always depends on personal preference. Instead, it’s the damping of the complete system that was important to us – the suppleness of the tires and how they interact with the frameset and ...
Aimed towards those who want a good gravel bike on a budget, the Tommaso Sentiero is one of the more popular low-cost picks around. The 40mm tire width is most suited to those who’ll be doing a bit more off-road cycling than usual yet still rolls fast off pavement. ...
riders who want a racey-feeling gravel bike. The frameset ($1,700) and the complete build ($2,600) are reasonably priced. For riders whose budget doesn’t allow for a Crux DSW, the $1,300State aluminum All-Roadis an excellent option for a complete bike (or $680 for a frameset). ...