Dotwatching: What is it and why do people do it?
The addictive and increasingly popular way to spectate ultracycling races
Gravel
Gravel riding is cycling’s fastest growing segment and the appeal is obvious, because gravel bikes bridge the gap between tarmac-only road bikes, and exclusively off-road focussed mountain bikes. This hub brings together all our gravel cycling content in one place.
Transcontinental Race 2023 guide: Route, how to watch the TCR, how to enter and more
All you need to know about Europe’s most famous ultracycling event
Gravel bike gearing: Everything you need to know
The best gearing for your gravel bike, how to get lower gears and 1× vs. 2×
What type of bike should I buy?
Every type of road and gravel bike explained
Tunisia Diaries: This is the route I took to cycle from London to Tunisia
Emma's route from London to Tunisia takes in tarmac, gravel, sand and even some grass plus a fair few countries ...
Buyer’s guide to SRAM road and gravel groupsets
A complete guide to the SRAM groupset hierarchy with key differences explained
Buyer’s guide to road bike groupsets
What's included in a groupset plus everything you need to know about Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo, and how to choose ...
Tunisia Diaries: How to fuel on a bikepacking trip
From plain baguettes to tins of sweetcorn, gelato and watermelon, Emma has been hunting down delicious foodstuffs to keep her ...
Best bike helmet: Buyer’s guide to road and gravel bike helmets from under £100
Our expert pick of the best bike helmets on the market, plus detailed buying advice
Tunisia Diaries: How I’m staying motivated on a 2,000km ride
It’s a long way to ride solo with just my own thoughts for company
