Discover the magic of The Spirit World in Patagonia, Arizona—a place where gravel roads wind through sky islands and the San Rafael Valley whispers stories of time. This isn’t just a cycling destination; it’s a journey into perspective, simplicity, and renewal. Ride the legendary routes, explore a vibrant community, and experience why Patagonia feels like stepping into another realm.

In a cycling world increasingly driven by exclusivity and rising costs, The Ten Thousand reminds us what gravel riding is really about—community, accessibility, and shared experience. This piece reflects on how event pricing affects the spirit of gravel, highlights voices like Stu Garwick and Bobby Wintle, and shares the mission behind RIDE GRVL: to build something free, authentic, and rooted in connection. Gravel isn’t a product—it’s a culture worth protecting.

Bicycle tourism is gaining traction across rural Texas, offering small towns a chance to boost their economies through cycling-focused recreation. With miles of scenic gravel roads, welcoming communities, and growing interest in outdoor adventure, places like Erath County are poised to become cycling destinations. Discover how modest investments and local support can transform quiet roads into thriving tourism opportunities.

The winds that tore across Oklahoma that day carried a sinister message—one fiercer and more dangerous than any of us had imagined.

This is Part II of a two-part post exploring how and why riding a bicycle and doing inherently difficult things makes you mentally...

This is Part I of a two-part post exploring how and why riding a bicycle and doing inherently difficult things makes you mentally...