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10 Unmissable Gift Ideas for Gravel Enthusiasts!

Dear gravel enthusiast,

With the festive season approaching comes the thrill of upcoming gravel escapades for 2025! Finding the perfect gift to accompany your next adventure can indeed be a challenge.

We've gathered a list of 10 gift ideas that will delight biking adventurers of all levels. Allow yourself to be inspired by a carefully curated selection of gift ideas tailored specifically for adventure lovers.

1. A GPS navigator

Offer a robust GPS designed for trails. Models like Garmin or Wahoo are perfect for following precise routes and discovering new paths without getting lost.

2. A cycling jacket

An essential! For cool and cold temperatures, windy and rainy days, and both relaxed and intense rides. Jackets specifically designed for cycling offer excellent protection against the elements while maintaining exceptional breathability, such as the Gobik Envy Jet jacket.

3. Waterproof winter cycling gloves

Waterproof and breathable gloves to protect hands from cold and humidity while maintaining optimal grip on the handlebars. A winter must-have! Among our favorites, Gorewear designs gloves perfectly suited for winter.

4. A bikepacking luggage set

Frame bags, handlebar bags, or saddle bags are essential for adventures, whether for a day trip or multiple days. Choose brands like Apidura or Restrap, known for their durability and design.

5. A subscription to a route planning platform

A premium subscription to a service like Komoot enables the discovery of gravel routes and helps plan outings.

6. A bike maintenance workshop

A gift card to a bike shop or workshop to learn how to maintain a gravel bike is a useful and educational present.

7. An inspiring book on cycling adventures

Books like Two Wheels and a Will or Bikepacking Scotland are perfect for fueling the desire for escape.

8. Technical socks

Comfortable and breathable socks, such as those from Falke or Castelli, are always a great idea for the cyclist who already has everything.

9. Cycling glasses

A pair of high-performance, trendy, and durable glasses. Perfect for gravel adventures year-round, these glasses provide clear vision while offering optimal protection from glare, dust, and sunlight.


10. A GravelUp Adventure 🎁

Saving the best for last: the GravelUp gift card!
How about giving your nearest or dearest an unforgettable adventure, in some of the most beautiful mountains in Europe? The GravelUp gift voucher is an original present, and ideal for those who dream of aventure.

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Gravel et météo : comment se préparer à toutes les conditions ?

Le vélo gravel est une aventure unique qui vous plonge au cœur de la nature, mais il exige une préparation adaptée aux caprices de la météo. Que vous rouliez sous la pluie, dans le froid hivernal ou par temps chaud, chaque condition demande un équipement spécifique pour garantir votre confort et votre sécurité. Dans cet article, nous partageons nos conseils pratiques pour affronter toutes les situations climatiques !

Météo et gravel
Cycling in Iceland - find out what's not to be missed!

Under the shifting light of a sky that never sleeps, Iceland reveals itself as a land shaped by towering mountains, the fiery breath of volcanoes, and the shimmering silver of glaciers. Cycling through this island of raw, untamed beauty means moving to the rhythm of nature’s whims, feeling the northern wind whistle past your ears, and letting the solitude and vastness of the landscape engulf you.

Islande