How did “Gravel” blossom into a healthy category of cycling with a full schedule of local (and national) events, specific bikes and gear, and it’s own unique culture? While there are multiple pathways to the popularity of gravel, some of the roots can be found in road bike group rides of the late 80’s and… Continue reading The Special Section
Category: Gravel
The Roots
23mm tires? The Death Ride? Perry-Roubaix? Gravel riding and racing continues to grow and evolve. But riding rough road has a long history in Kansas City and nearby. We’ll explore. Before much of the world was paved, cyclists were riding. Even after much of the cycling world was looking for smoother surface, there were cyclists… Continue reading The Roots