Five Top Gravel Regions in the Netherlands for a Gravel Weekend
Now that autumn has really set in, gravel season is all the rage for many cyclists. What could be better than planning a gravel weekend in the Netherlands? Nice and close, plenty of new roads if you are used to road bikes and variety galore! The Netherlands is insane when it comes to adventurous gravel routes. Ok, admittedly, the routes in [...]
Gravel in the Alpes Vaudoises: a fantastic Swiss Adventure
Known as the cycling paradise par excellence, Switzerland offers more than just the classic cycling routes. Anyone who frequents the Cycling Destination website knows that Switzerland's most beautiful climbs, breathtaking views, and grass-green alpine meadows often feature. And with an extensive network of superbly marked cycling routes, including nine national routes spread over several stages , there is [...]
LIV launches new gravel bike for great cycling adventures
Liv has launched an all-new version of its Devote gravel bike. The gravel bike has received optimised geometry, resulting in a more aggressive riding position, while at the same time the comfort and stability of the bike have been improved. Same bike, but with upgrades The Devote has received a series of upgrades. First of all, the frame has been modified. A [...]
Gravel with locals in Tuscany - Crete Senesi
It's all about the preparation. Or as they say in Italy, 'È tutta una questione di preparazione'. Whatever holiday destination it will be, in the weeks leading up to a holiday I am always busy making and looking for bike rides near my campsite. I look for gpx files of routes, try to create routes of my own [...]
Cycling routes in the Vosges: mountains, forests and bubbles
For a nice climb on a beautiful col, you don't necessarily have to go to the Alps, Dolomites or Pyrenees. In about a seven-hour drive from Breda, you can already be in the Vosges Mountains, a mountain range in northeastern France in the Grand Est region. "For us Dutch, it's also kind of the first real mountains," said a [...]
Cycling in the Pyrénées-Orientales: the unknown side of the Pyrenees
When you think of cycling in the Pyrenees, you quickly think of some big cols: the Tourmalet, the Hautacam or the Aspin to name but a few. The eastern side of the French Pyrenees is not yet so well known, while there is plenty to do! This side of the French Pyrenees are locally called the [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Road Bike Helmet for Beginners: 5 Important Tips Plus 5 Inexpensive Options Under 100 Euros
For beginners in the world of cycling, making the right choice when buying a road bike helmet (or gravel helmet) is very important for both safety and comfort while cycling. However, the range of helmets available can be overwhelming, especially if you have to consider a limited budget. Where should you [...]
7 useful apps for your next cycling adventure
As an avid cyclist, exploring new destinations by bike is one of the best experiences you can have. Whether you choose an adventurous road bike ride through the Alps, a leisurely gravel ride through the rolling countryside of Tuscany, or a challenging long-distance ride on the vast roads of America, there [...]
Why you should go graveling in Angers during Nature is Bike
Welcome to Angers, named France's greenest city in 2020. In the month of June, it is the base for the Nature is Bike Festival. An annual gravel and adventure festival some 300 kilometres south-west of Paris. Set in the rolling and green Pays de la Loire, it is a vibrant mix of gravel, [...]
Gravel biking in Tarifa, Andalusia: a gravel haven at the end of the world
Tarifa, located at the southernmost tip of Europe, is best known as the Mecca for kite- and windsurfers. But what many people do not know is that Tarifa is also heaven on earth for gravel bikers. Here we cycle the round 'Fin del continente', or the end of the world. And that describes exactly the [...]