You know you've got it bad when you're riding your bike in the snow, and you can't help but think: "I wish I had gravel."
Gravel riding is a great way to stay active, and it's easier on the body than road cycling. While the winter months can be hard for some people, gravel riding can help you stay fit and healthy.
You can't beat the feeling of being outside, breathing fresh air, and enjoying the sunshine. Gravel riding is a great way to get you out of your house and back into nature. It's also more challenging than road cycling, which means that you're going to have to work harder if you want to ride fast on gravel.
Plus, it's fun! You'll be able to ride longer distances and enjoy the change of scenery without getting bored or tired.
Why gravel riding is better than road cycling in winter
When it gets cold, you can get a little bored of the same routes over and over again and sometimes will find yourself heading out from where you live just to ride a few miles before turning around and going home.
Gravel riding is the perfect solution to this problem. You can set up camp anywhere you want, take your time exploring new trails, and make sure you include some distance between yourself and civilization. Since there's no traffic on these trails, you're not likely to get hit by any cars (which would be bad news if they were coming at you). And if they do come along? Well, then they'll probably think twice before trying anything else less than smart.
Here are some reasons why gravel riding beats road cycling in the winter:
· You don't have to worry about getting stuck in traffic - If you get caught behind a car or truck, there's no need to worry about being hit. The roads are wide enough for cars to pull over or slow down if they need to move over.
· You won't have to deal with drivers who are texting or talking on their cell phones - Drivers who are texting or talking on cell phones are very common—and they can be dangerous. When they pass while they're texting or talking, they often don't even notice that it's happening until it's too late! With gravel biking, however, there is no chance of getting into an accident because there isn't any traffic around when you're riding
· Gravel riding allows you to be more adventurous – City roads are so well-maintained and wide open that you can't go anywhere without being seen and easily overtaken by traffic. Because of this, there's no sense of exploration or adventure when you bike on the road, and there's also no opportunity for you to outrun the traffic because you won't be going fast enough for that.
· Gravel roads are full of surprises and obstacles - They're not always flat and smooth like asphalt. This means that you'll have to learn how to navigate them properly since they're not made for bikes with high speeds. And if you don't know how? You'll crash!
If you go slow enough on those rough roads and pay close attention to what's happening around you while riding (like your surroundings), then there's nothing stopping you from having an amazing ride!
Final Thoughts
Gravel bike riders may be at a disadvantage when it comes to winter training, but they can still get in some good miles and get back into shape.
When it comes to winter training, road cyclists have an advantage over gravel bike riders. Road cyclists can ride on paved surfaces and have access to heated indoor facilities, which means that they have more opportunities for long rides and time spent in the gym.
However, gravel bike riders can make up for this by hitting the trails, which are always free of snow or ice and offer a natural path for their muscles to warm up before hitting the road again. Gravel riders also have access to more hills than road cyclists do, which means that they can get more heart-pumping exercise without having to pedal up high inclines repeatedly throughout their ride.
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