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Gravel Bikes

Gravel bikes are versatile off-road machines, blending features of road and mountain bikes. They're designed for exploring mixed terrain like gravel roads, dirt paths, and rough trails, equipped with drop handlebars, wide tyres, disc brakes, and stable geometry, offering comfort and control on long adventures.

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Orbea Terra Race gravel bike 3/4 shot

What Is a Gravel Bike?

Gravel bikes look like road bikes but are designed for more than just sealed roads. Key features include:

  • Wider tyres for grip, control and comfort on mixed terrain.
  • Robust frames with clearance for mud and accessories.
  • Disc brakes for reliable stopping power in all weather conditions.
  • Accessory frame mounts for bags, mudguards and bottle cages.

Gravel bikes let you ride wherever your curiosity takes you. From sealed roads to unsealed single and double tracks.

Giant Revolt Advanced gravel bike head tube profile

Relaxed Riding Position

Compared to cyclocross bikes, the front-end of gravel bikes can be up to +30mm higher.

Your hands being higher means you're not leaning over and you sit more upright.

However, if you have good flexibility, there are several spacers under the stem/handlebar section. Removing these will help riders get lower and more aggressive, if that's your preference.

Speaking of head stems.

Gravel bike stems are shorter to offset the lazier/calmer steering.

Giant Revolt Advanced gravel bike being ridden off-road

Calm handling

Calm handling is critical for gravel bikes.

That's because they are designed to be ridden over unstable surfaces. The calmer steering angle helps you maintain control when surface grip is lacking

So it's not just the wider tyres that help maintain grip. The steering angle is just as important.

Giant Revolt Advanced gravel bike D-Fuse seat post and handlebar profile

Vibrations and Fatigue

A good gravel bike needs to flex but in the right areas - that's the important part.

Giant, Cannondale and Orbea have engineered flex zones into the seat post, rear stays and handlebars.

All these areas are designed to flex and absorb high-frequency vibrations.

These areas are your main contact points. If most of the impacts and vibrations can be cancelled out before they reach your body, you're going to for longer and feel less fatigued.

Giant Revolt Advanced gravel bike being ridden on a dirt road

Gravel vs Road Bikes

Gravel bikes feature a similar drop-bar style to road bikes, but with greater versatility. Compared to a road bike, a gravel bike gives you:

  • Better handling on gravel and dirt.
  • More stable, upright riding posture.
  • All-day comfort for long rides or rough surfaces.
  • Wider gear range for climbing steep terrain or carrying gear.
Orbea Terra Race cockpt setup and wide front tyre

Gravel vs Mountain Bikes

Gravel bikes are a great middle ground between a road and mountain bike:

  • Lighter and faster than most mountain bikes.
  • More efficient for mixed terrain and commuting.
  • Great for riders who don’t need full suspension but still want off-road capability.
Orbea Denna e gravel bike

Electric Gravel Bikes

Looking for longer range or a little extra help on the climbs?

E-gravel bikes combine all-road versatility with electric assist. Ideal for:

  • Long-distance touring
  • Steeper terrain
  • Recovery rides or daily commuting

Consider the new Orbea Denna e-Gravel bike.

Giant Revolt Advanced being ridden in the backroads of Tasmania

Where Can You Ride a Gravel Bike?

Gravel bikes are built for:

  • Roads and sealed bike paths
  • Rail trails and country roads
  • Forestry tracks and light trails
  • Weekend bikepacking and touring

Add some panniers and racks and head out on your next adventure.

Shop Online or In-Store

Visit us at our stores in:

  • Heidelberg Heights
  • Hoppers Crossing
  • Hallam

Or shop online with Australia-wide delivery. All bikes are professionally assembled and ready to ride.

Need help choosing the right size or model? Our friendly team can help fit you to the perfect gravel bike.

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