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The Gravel Ride. A cycling podcast

The Gravel Ride. A cycling podcast

著者： Craig Dalton
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 The Gravel Ride is a cycling podcast where we discuss the people, places and products that define modern gravel cycling. We will be interviewing athletes, course designers and product designers who are influencing the sport. We will be providing information on where to ride, what to ride and how to stay stoked on gravel riding.
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  • Rallying Across Europe: Inside the Aurora Gravel Adventure Series

    Rallying Across Europe: Inside the Aurora Gravel Adventure Series
    2025/10/24
    Exploring Aurora’s unique multi-day rally format and the people bringing gravel culture to Cyprus, Switzerland, and Portugal. This week, we’re heading overseas for a new kind of gravel adventure. The Aurora Gravel Rally Series blends the spirit of exploration with the thrill of competition — taking riders across stunning landscapes in Cyprus, Switzerland, and Portugal. Craig sits down with Fiona, Race Director for the Portugal event, to unpack what makes the Aurora Gravel format so special. From timed rally segments to all-inclusive multi-day experiences, Fiona shares how Aurora is redefining what it means to race and travel on gravel. Expect insights on: How rally-style racing works and why it opens gravel to more riders The cultural flavor of each European stop — from the Mediterranean to the Alps Aurora’s vision for balancing community, challenge, and discovery What makes Portugal a hidden gem for gravel cyclists If you’ve ever dreamed of combining racing with real adventure, this one’s for you. Links Mentioned: 🌍 Aurora Gravel Website 🔧 Logos Components – Fall Super Sale (Sponsor) Credits: Hosted by Craig Dalton Produced by The Gravel Ride Podcast Transcript: Craig Dalton (00:29) Today's episode is brought to you by our longtime friends at Logos Components, who are making their award-winning wheels more accessible than ever, with discounts up to 40 % in their entire lineup during the fall super sale, now through November 2nd. If you're a regular listener, you may recall an episode I did with Logos co-founder and longtime podcast contributor, Randall Jacobs, talking about what makes a great wheel set. If you haven't heard it, it's definitely worth a listen, especially if you're in the market for new wheels. In that episode, Randall laid out Logos' core philosophy. Start with proven open standards and non-proprietary parts for unmatched durability and serviceability. Then push the boundaries with advanced materials, precision manufacturing to achieve high strength at impressively low weights. Logos wheels feature famously reliable dual spring star ratchet, engagement mechanism, mixed modulus layups for superior strength to weight ratio, tough molded in bead hooks on road and gravel rims for tire security, and brass nipples that won't corrode, seize, or fail like their aluminum alloy counterparts. Every detail is meticulously engineered for performance, versatility, and longevity. Logos wheels are so good that BikePacking.com named them gear of the year. and Pink Bike's Dario DiGuglio liked his review wheels so much he purchased them. These wheels are seriously reliable too. Logos backs every wheel with a lifetime warranty and a lifetime no fault incident protection program that even transfers to future owners. So yeah, they've got you covered for life. And if you don't believe those professional reviewers accolades, maybe you'll believe my story. I've been riding Logos wheels for years now. In fact, my daily 650 wheel set that I absolutely hammer on Mount Tam on my gravel bike is of course manufactured by my friends at Logos. Head on over to LogosComponents.com to explore the full lineup, including recent additions like their next generation EPOCHE G2 and G2SL gravel wheels and the JIDA G2SL XC race wheel. Remember the logo Super Sale wraps up on November 2nd. So head on over there now and make sure to tell Randall and the team that Craig sent you. Now onto the show. Craig Dalton (02:51) This week we're heading overseas to talk about a new kind of gravel adventure, the Aurora Gravel Rally Series. Born out of the idea that gravel racing should be equal parts challenge and exploration, Aurora takes riders to stunning destinations around Europe, including Cyprus, Switzerland, and Portugal. Today I'm joined by the race director for the Portugal event, who will share how the series came together what makes their rally format unique and stand out, and why these races are much more than about watts. They're about community, culture, and the ride of a lifetime. So grab your bottles and settle in. This one's gonna be a fun one. With that said, let's welcome Fiona to the show. Craig Dalton (03:31) Fiona, welcome to the show. Fiona (03:32) Hi, thanks so much for having me. Craig Dalton (03:34) Good to see you. What time is it in Portugal? Fiona (03:36) It is currently 4.40 in the afternoon. Craig Dalton (03:39) Okay, well I appreciate you spending a little bit of your late afternoon with us today. Fiona (03:43) I appreciate you getting up early to speak with me, but we've made it work. Craig Dalton (03:46) Yeah, we sure have. I'm excited to talk about the Aurora Gravel Rally Series. I knew it was going to be a tongue twister for me, but it's such a cool event. Events, I should say, three events in one. So why don't you give us just a high-level overview of the series, and then we can talk maybe about the founder and his vision, and we'll get into obviously each of the three events in ...
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    39 分
  • Crafting Adventure: The Outer Shell Bag Company Story

    Crafting Adventure: The Outer Shell Bag Company Story
    2025/08/26

    In this conversation, Craig Dalton and Jim Santos delve into the origins and evolution of Outer Shell, a cycling bag company based in San Francisco. They discuss the Bay Area's coffee culture, the shift in cycling trends towards comfort and convenience, and the thoughtful design and material choices that set Outer Shell apart. Jim shares insights into their product line, warranty policies, and the challenges of scaling production while maintaining quality. The discussion also touches on unique products like the Magic Musette and Pico Pannier, highlighting the brand's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

    Takeaways:

    • Outer Shell started as a response to a local coffee culture in San Francisco.
    • The company was founded by Kyle, who has a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for cycling.
    • Sewing allows for creative freedom in product design compared to other manufacturing methods.
    • Cycling trends have shifted towards comfort and carrying more gear for enjoyment.
    • Outer Shell aims to be the second or third bag purchase for customers, focusing on quality and design.
    • The materials used are rugged and designed for durability, with a focus on repairability.
    • The company offers a lifetime warranty, emphasizing customer service and product confidence.
    • Production is done in-house, allowing for quick adjustments based on customer feedback.
    • The brand explores unique colors and patterns, often inspired by current trends.

    Chapters

    00:00 Exploring the Bay Area Coffee Culture

    05:03 The Birth of Outer Shell Bags

    09:56 Shifting Trends in Cycling Gear

    13:53 Product Line Overview and Design Philosophy

    20:19 Material Choices and Warranty Insights

    27:45 Scaling Production and Future Plans

    32:41 Unique Products: Magic Musette and Pico Pannier
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    40 分
  • Lost & Found: The Singular Cycles Story with Sam Alison

    Lost & Found: The Singular Cycles Story with Sam Alison
    2025/07/01

    In this special “lost episode,” I sit down with Sam Alison, the founder of Singular Cycles — a UK-based brand that’s been quietly ahead of the curve since 2006.

    Sam shares how his journey from Australian shop rat to UK-based frame designer was shaped by a lifelong love of bikes, and how his early experiments with 29ers and drop bars paved the way for what we now call gravel bikes. We talk about his iconic models like the Swift, Peregrine, and Griffin, the rebirth of Singular with titanium offerings, and his philosophy on timeless design, frame material, and rider-first geometry. Whether you’ve seen a Singular bike roll by and thought “what is that,” or you’re just curious about the origins of modern gravel geometry, this conversation is well worth the listen.

    🔧 Topics we cover:

    • Sam’s early days in Australia and the 90s MTB boom
    • What inspired the first Singular frame Drop bars on MTBs and the road to 29ers
    • Why steel (and now titanium) still matters
    • Designing for versatility without compromise
    • Thoughts on “gravel” as a category — and where we go from here

    🚲 Learn more about Singular: https://singularcycles.com

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @singularcycles
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    37 分
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