Summary: Once you know the kind of bike and the price range, only one thing matters: do you love riding it? My middle son Jacob recently asked me about a number of gravel bikes in the $1000-1500 price range. In looking them over, they all had aluminum frames, carbon forks, and mechanical disk brakes. The other components differed a little from bike to bike but nothing stood out. All were from major manufacturers.
Get the Bike that Speaks to You
Get the Bike that Speaks to You
Get the Bike that Speaks to You
Summary: Once you know the kind of bike and the price range, only one thing matters: do you love riding it? My middle son Jacob recently asked me about a number of gravel bikes in the $1000-1500 price range. In looking them over, they all had aluminum frames, carbon forks, and mechanical disk brakes. The other components differed a little from bike to bike but nothing stood out. All were from major manufacturers.