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Starting at Cape Reinga at the top of NZ’s North Island, I’ll then head down Ninety Mile Beach before cutting across to the east and the magic gravel trails around Whangãrei, through Auckland, Middle Earth and on to the Waikato River Trails.  From here I’d love to loop both Lake Rotorua and Lake Taupo but may have to cut this to just Taupo.  After Taupo, I then head south westerly to the Forgotten World Highway and the Republic of Whangamōmona before on to the Cape Egmore lighthouse and hugging much of the coast down to Wellington.    The Wellington >...

DATES: Thursday 11th - Sunday 14th September 2025 OVERVIEW: Enjoy 2 1⁄2 days of riding in Kielder Forest (100 km, 81 km & 43 km). Unwind each evening with locally-sourced cuisine and the warmth of good company. Our charming accommodation at Comb Lodge, designed for comfort and relaxation, ensures you’ll recharge after an adventurous day on the bike. Join us for an unforgettable gravel cycling adventure in the stunning Kielder Forest, where nature's beauty meets thrilling trails. Your journey will be anchored by a three-night stay at the magnificent Comb Lodge and Estate, offering luxuriousaccommodations and the perfect base for...

The perfect excuse for unsustainable brands to sell more, make more and clear stock they irresponsibly purchased to drive the price lower.   We don’t believe in Black Friday (or any other sale that encourages hyper consumerism or irresponsible product choices that need to be cleared).   Instead, we have a simple, sustainable pricing policy that protects our customers and allows them to buy in confidence that the price they pay today, remains the same for everyone, every day of the year.   This policy is further enforced by our commitment to do business properly, the right way. The way...

When planning your next gravel adventure, where you stay can be just as thrilling as the ride itself. Whether you're looking for rustic cabins nestled in nature, boutique lodges near epic trails, or unique accommodations that offer both comfort and character, finding the perfect place to rest and recharge is key to an unforgettable trip. In this blog, we'll explore some of the coolest places to stay that blend adventure, relaxation, and style, making your next gravel experience even more memorable. Get ready to be inspired for your next off-road journey! The Sky Den   Nestled in the award-winning Kielder...

E X P D N   D F N D R This year we attended several gravel races and events to showcase GRVL and the latest collection. We have also shot several campaigns throughout the UK with many of these locations being incredibly wild and rural, making our trusted Land Rover Defender the perfect workhorse. It’s become clear that an additional vehicle or trailer is required to help lug the full range, mannequins, event tents and bikes to these events and shoots. With sustainability at our core, we decided upcycling was the route to take and decided to marry the...

With global coverage, oversubscribed lotteries, huge turn outs, big prize purses and superstar names riding for both money and kicks, it’s safe to say gravel racing has landed. But how did we get here?   (Image credit: Getty Images)   At this year’s Unbound Gravel, 4,000 cyclists took to the start line to race across the famed Flint Hills of Kansas, with event distances ranging from 50 to 350 miles.  The 200-miler marquee event is also part of the Life Time Grand Prix Series, a seven-race series with a $250,000 prize purse contested by 70 handpicked professionals, including ex-WorldTour riders such as Peter Stetina, Alexey Vermeulen, Alex...