Mondraker Arid Gravel: The Spanish MTB specialist hasn't been on the gravel market for very long. Nevertheless, the Arid series is quite impressive, especially since the optional frameset means it's not necessarily limited to a trail-oriented product philosophy. The Spanish MTB brand presented its first gravel bikes for the 2025 model year and drew inspiration from… read more
Readers' Choice Gravel Bikes 2025: In keeping with Velomotion's long-standing tradition, our annual readers' choice took place again in recent weeks. You, our readers, voted for the most exciting and popular bikes in ten categories. The results are always extremely exciting for us in the editorial team and also provide an insight into which bikes, manufacturers, and... read more
Giveaway: If you value stability over aerodynamics when gravel riding, you should check out this wheelset. Velomotion is giving away a Crankbrothers Synthesis Gravel Carbon, which is tailored to trail gravel bikes and whose flat rims offer great riding dynamics and stability at a low weight. More and more gravel bikes are coming with trail geometry, 50 mm wide... read more
Koga Colmaro Extreme review: This touring gravel bike with the Dutch manufacturer's classic look impresses with its invisible tube transitions and a surprising 650B wheelset. The equipment and handling are top-notch, the price is even better – and the bike also offers a sporty ride. At Koga, the long-established manufacturer of touring bikes and racing bikes, the focus is on... read more
Test Van Nicholas Rowtag: This elegant titanium bike, with its numerous attachment options, is perfectly suited for bikepacking, but thanks to its special geometry, it can also be configured for a sporty look. The online configurator allows you to build it both luxuriously and affordably – every version is a unique gem with excellent riding characteristics. As the... read more
