Gravel & Adventure
Why older mountain bikes make the perfect platform for gravel and adventure conversions
You may have owned or still own a bike that’s the ideal platform for an adventure or gravel bike conversion....
New Gravel Cycling Releases for 2025 (Sea Otter Roundup)
Here's a roundup of some of the cool gear from Sea Otter in the gravel and endurance categories.
State Bicycle 4130 All-road Gravel Bike
The 2025 State Bicycle Co. All Road Gravel bike is considered an entry-level model, priced at $999.99. The 12-speed drive train, UDH-compatible dropouts, and dropper-ready frame make for a solid platform should they get the urge to upgrade and customize...
10 Rigid MTB Fork Options for the Ultimate Flatbar MTB to Gravel Bike Conversion
We have been seeing a lot of cyclocross and gravel bikes equipped with flat/rise MTB bars instead of drop bars,...
McMinnville Gravel Adventure Ride
If you enjoy exploring backcountry roads by bike, you might be interested in checking out McMinnville, Oregon’s cycling scene. I...
Five Flat Bar Gravel Bikes for Gravel Grinding, Riding Adventures, Commuting, and More
For a lot of riders looking for a one bike solution for urban riding, commuting, and exploring off the beaten path, a flat bar gravel bike is an excellent option. With a simple change of tires, it can become a...
Enve Rigid Carbon Mountain Fork Install: 29″ MTB to Gravel Conversion
After reviewing all the available options for rigid Carbon Fiber mountain bike forks, the Enve Mountain fork was at the...
What is the best kind of bike for urban riding and adventure?
A number of friends have been talking about purchasing a bicycle for getting around in Portland. There are quite a...
Kona Honzo CR Trail Hardtail – the OG Adventure Bike
A 29″ wheel cross-country mountain bike hardtail is in our opinion, the original and best adventure bike. With 29″ wheels, disc brakes, and a dropper post as standard equipment, its compatible with any modern gravel tire, and can be configured...
Marin Gestalt X11 Gravel Bike
While we were initially drawn to the Gestalt X10 and it’s wallet-friendly price point, it was the ample amount of...
Portland by Bike Part II: Head East and Leave No Path Unexplored
Although much has been made of the almost non-existent mountain bike singletrack in Portland, Oregon, there are still opportunities to...
Portland Gravel Rides: the Springwater Corridor to the East Buttes
Portland, Oregon is a strange, strange place when it comes to off-road cycling, specifically mountain biking. Although it prides itself on being both “bike-friendly” and a haven for the outdoor sports industry, there essentially is no “real” mountain bike single...