Bicycle type
Gravel Bike
A versatile drop-bar bike for both paved roads and unpaved tracks. Gravel bikes have wider tyres and more relaxed geometry than road bikes, and many have mounts for bags and racks.
Typical use
Mixed surfaces and adventure riding
Pros & Cons
The main trade-offs of the Gravel Bike design.
Advantages
- Handles roads, gravel and light trails on one bike
- Wider tyres add comfort and grip
- Often has mounts for racks, bags and bottles
Disadvantages
- Slower than a road bike on smooth tarmac
- Less capable than a mountain bike on technical trails
Example Gravel Bike Models
Example models of this type will appear here once verified bicycle data has been added.