A gravel bike may be the most versatile bike on the planet. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to go where the pavement ends or where the gravel, ruts and washboards begin, then a gravel bike may be your next n+1. You don’t have to race gravel grinders to enjoy the heck out of these bikes. First things first: What exactly is a gravel bike? And, more importantly, is it actually useful or a clever creation invented to sell more bikes?
Up Front Best Gravel Bikes
- Salsa Warbird: Best for Gravel Racing
- 3T Exploro: Runner Up for Gravel Racing
- Cannondale Slate: Most Comfortable
- Trek Checkpoint: Runner Up for Comfortability
- Surly Midnight Special: Best for Daily Commuter
- Specialized Diverge: Most Capable Gravel Bike
- Raleigh Willard: Best Overall
- Diamondback Haanjo Tero: Best Budget Friendly
- Diamondback Haanjenn Comp: Best Women’s Specific Gravel Grinder
The Raleigh Willard 2 is a gravel bike that doesn't limit itself, giving you top performance on both dirt and pavement for whatever type of riding you prefer. Its tires give you extra grip on loose dirt and extra security on the road.
