The things that make up a good gravel bike are pretty simple.

If youre not into off-roading yet, let one of the 13 best gravel bikes take you there.

Specialized Diverge

The Diverge began life as a bike intended to do just about anything.

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To say they did it is an understatement.

Its fine for cyclocross, though will be a little hinky due to the wide gear set.

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Fuji Jari 1.1 - gravel bike

Why Cycles R+ - gravel bike

Raleigh Mustang - gravel bike

Specialized Diverge - gravel bike

The Wilier Trestina Jaroon + drop bar plus bike performed admirably in a muddy cyclocross race. © Cyclocross Magazine

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Marin Gestalt 2 - gravel bike

Reilly Gradient - gravel bike

GT Grade Carbon Ultegra - gravel bike

Giant TCX Advanced SX - gravel bike

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