The State of Gravel Triathlon
It’s been a few years since the first gravel-specific triathlon debuted. Is this niche-within-a-niche-sport still growing?
In just a few years, gravel cycling has gone from a fringe pursuit to the hot style of riding and racing, with current and former WorldTour professional jumping in the mix. Gravel cycling has many attractions: escaping traffic, noise, and congestion – whether rolling solo, riding with friends, or racing with competitors. At VeloNews, we cover all the major events and many of the small, quirky ones, bringing you the inside stories from the riders at the front and the back of the back. We also test a wide variety of gear, often in races like Unbound Gravel or The Mid South, and give you our unvarnished feedback here.
It’s been a few years since the first gravel-specific triathlon debuted. Is this niche-within-a-niche-sport still growing?
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