Gravel Special 2021 - Gravel Special: 48 pages of gravel stories, types and bikes

Nothing must. Everything can.

Road cyclists dream of epic tours over Alpine passes, mountain bikers of super trails on Lake Garda, touring cyclists of a trip to the North Cape. And gravel bikers? They don't dream, they set off straight away, because their dream tours preferably start right on their doorstep. The gravel bike opens up new routes and perspectives. The gravel path through the city park can be included in the after-work ride, as can the passage over cobblestones through the industrial area and the trails along the riverbank, because versatility is the trump card. Gravel bikers don't have to get out into the countryside before the fun begins. But once you are out in the countryside, there are hardly any limits to the fun, because the gravel bike gives you plenty of freedom. Fast hunts on gravel motorways, contemplative dawdling through fields and forests or micro-adventures with light luggage and overnight stays: the gravel bike is ready for anything and signals - just do it!

All contents of the 48 pages

• Photo story: One bike - many possibilities: The gravel bike opens up new freedoms
• Categories: The gravel bike compared to road bike, mountain bike and trekking bike
• Test: Bikes around 2,500 euros: Lots of good things in the mid-range: ten bikes in comparison
• Tyres & Components: Special parts for the rough stuff
• Test: Bikes for around 1,000 euros: Take a closer look at the qualities of three affordable bikes
• Types: Five bikers and their enthusiasm for gravel biking
• Equipment: Proven products for big and small adventures
• Gravel shoes: Do you need them? Seven pairs of gravel shoes put to the test

You can find the Gravel Special exclusively below as a download for 4.99 euros or in the TOUR app (available for iOS and Android). It is not available separately at the kiosk.

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