Who’s To Blame For Gravel Bikes? | Uncovering The History Of Cycling’s Second Biggest Controversy

Gravel bikes - us road cyclists can't decide whether we love them, or hate them, however, it is undeniable that they have become a massive craze in the last few years. So who started it? Alex and Si, with help from Joe Meiser from Salsa Cycles, are here to find out!
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