Top reasons you should try gravel biking in Colorado

Gravel biking takes cyclists on roads less traveled by road and mountain bikers. Enthusiasts enjoy getting away from paved roads without the physical stress of many singletrack mountain trails. (Photo by August Kreutz/Special to The Denver Post)

PUBLISHED: August 22, 2023 at 6:00 AM MDT | UPDATED: August 22, 2023 at 6:03 AM MDT

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“As an aging mountain biker I discovered gravel riding is easier on my body, plus, it opens up a whole new world of riding."

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Top reasons you should try gravel biking in Colorado

Discover Colorado’s back roads on your next bike ride and get the best of both worlds

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