Here’s how it works. The best gravel bikes let you take on untarmacked surfaces so that you can explore a wider range of places. Big tyres, stable geometry and a wide gear range balance off-road ...

This article is part of a series called ‘A love letter to…’ where Cycling Weekly writers (usually) pour praise on their favourite cycling items and share the personal connection they have ...

In the UK, this versatile gravel bike is just £1,399 which really is ... They provide plenty of powerful stopping power, with a smooth action that allows you to shave off a little speed here ...

Against other XC and gravel clipless pedals, the Shimano XTR M9100s stand out as no-nonsense, durable, even boring. That they manage to be amongst the lightest, most widely adopted and the best value ...