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PNW Components Review: Coast Handlebar, Coast Stem, Rainer Gen 3 Dropper Seatpost, & Drop Bar Lever – by Steve Fuller

By JOM September 10, 2021

Introduction Back in early March, JOM posted a message to his personal Facebook asking for volunteers to review something for GravelCyclist.com. Living in Iowa, I’ve ridden a fair amount of…

Goodyear Connector Ultimate Gravel Bike Tire Review: Solid All-Rounder?

By JOM September 9, 2021

"Goodyear is establishing itself as a leading brand within the global bicycle tire segment through a licensing collaboration with Rubber Kinetics, specialists in performance cycling tires. Goodyear Bicycle Tires use…

Sierra Nevada Trail Chaser Surly Straggler + Paul Component Bike Giveaway with other Goodies!

By JOM September 8, 2021

Sierra Trail Chasers, a collaborative fundraiser for two trail stewardships by Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and PAUL Component Engineering. "It’s no secret that Pale Ale is Paul’s favorite beer, and…

Meet the Bossi Bicycles Grit SX: Go Big Titanium – 700c x 50 mm or 650b x 2.2″

By JOM September 7, 2021

At a Glance The new Bossi Grit SX is a complete overhaul of the original Grit. Starting price: $3,990 AUD / $2,950 US for frameset. Full re-designed geometry for gravel…

Roval Terra C Carbon Wheelset Review: “Unlimited Potential for Adventure”

By JOM September 7, 2021

"Taking the notion of flagship performance and workhorse dependability one step further, and easier on the wallet, meet Terra C. Sharing the same hub and spoke architecture as the Terra…

VYNL Bikes Presses Play with New Ownership + All-New USA-Made Aluminum Gravel Disc Frameset

By JOM September 3, 2021

"After a year-long hiatus, VYNL Bikes is excited to press play with new ownership and a vision to deliver personalized handmade bicycle frames made exclusively in the USA. In keeping…

Shimano launches 12-Speed Ultegra R8100 Di2: Wireless Cockpit, Faster Shifting + Improved Brakes – No New Wheel Standards / Freehubs!

By JOM August 31, 2021

Ultegra R8100 Road Components Deliver Shimano's Unrivaled Road Performance to Even More Riders Connecting rider to the road, Shimano’s new ULTEGRA R8100 series takes trickle-down technology to a new level…

Shimano launches 12-Speed Dura-Ace R9200 Di2: Wireless Cockpit, Fastest Shifting Ever + New Levels of Brake Control – Keeps 11-Speed Freehub!

By JOM August 31, 2021

SHIMANO Reignites the Road with New 12-Speed DURA-ACE R9200 Road Components For those who never compromise, Shimano’s New R9200 Series Delivers an Ultra-Efficient 12-Speed Drivetrain, a Wireless Cockpit, New Levels…

ALLIED ECHO: Long-Term Review – Gravel Bike / Road Bike All-In-One?

By JOM August 30, 2021

Meet the Allied Cycle Works Echo, a two-in-one bike; it can ride gravel, it can ride road, its carbon fiber frame and fork are designed and manufactured in Rogers, Arkansas.…

Canyon Grizl with SRAM XPLR / Rockshox Rudy: Unboxing & Features of the Next Review Bike!

By JOM August 25, 2021

Canyon Grizl: "Gravel Super Bike" "Grizl brings tough Swiss Army Knife functionality to our proven performance DNA. The result is a Gravel bike that’s fast across mixed terrain, at home…

Press Release: Cannondale SuperSix EVO SE – “Dirt Just Got Faster”

By JOM August 25, 2021

"An evolved race bike ready for the rough and tumble of grass crits, mud ruts, or open gravel track." "The Cannondale EVO SE was designed to serve the needs of…

Specialized Rock Combo: Rebuild to almost original specs + Maiden Voyage

By JOM August 24, 2021

From a Magazine Review circa 1989: "Specialized's new Rock Combo hybrid is a dawning class of bicycle. With ATB drop bars, bar-end shifters, seven-speed index shifting, Hardpack tires, light 26"…

Press Release: Announcing Ritchey Ascent for 2021 – “Swiss Army knife of sorts, Jack of most trades, Jeremiah Johnson of Bikes”

By JOM August 23, 2021

"We warmly welcome the legendary Ascent back into the Ritchey line-up. Inspired by the experiences of life, the new Ritchey Ascent invites you to chase your own life experiences out…

Press Release: Pilot X Classified – The First Titanium Gravel Bike featuring Classified Hub Shift Technology

By JOM August 19, 2021

"Classified Cycling and Pilot Cycles are joining forces to launch the Pilot Scram Classified, the first titanium gravel bike equipped with a Classified shifting system. With the introduction of the…