Originally making a name for themselves with extreme-weather gear, Minnesota-based 45NRTH’s lineup now includes items for use in milder conditions. One of the recent additions is the company’s Ragnarök shoe for clipless pedal use. Available in reflective ($235 MSRP) and black ($195 MSRP) colorways, the Ragnarök is designed to keep you riding in comfort during fall/spring and mild winter weather.
Basket bags in GRAVELBIKE? Let me explain. If you’re like me, your gravel rig probably does double duty as a commuter. And whether you commute two or twenty-two miles, you need a way to carry your stuff. But a basket? Bikepacking-style handlebar rolls may be lighter, and panniers might offer more capacity, but when it comes to versatility and simplicity, it’s hard to beat a basket. And although it can be tempting–and perfectly acceptable–to toss items directly into your basket, a purpose-built bag keeps your stuff clean, dry, and organized (and can double as a handy tote or grocery bag).
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When I launched GRAVELBIKE in 2011, the helmet market was dominated by a handful of big-name companies. And while many of those same brands remain popular, dozens of new companies have emerged, all competing for a piece of what is a hundred-million dollar market (in the US alone). That competition benefits you, the consumer, in the form of more choices, higher quality, and lower prices.
Here are GRAVELBIKE’s top-9 Instagram photos for 2018.
Last year’s holiday gift guide was so well received that I decided to continue the tradition in 2018. Below you’ll find a list of items that I’ve used and would recommend as gifts for even the most discerning bicyclists.