Riding the Loudoun 1725 Gravel Grinder
Gravel riding fascinates me. And doing the Louden 1725 Gravel Grinder adds a couple more layers of interest – most of it historical and equestrian.
But first, the gravel part.
Arriving at the dreaded creek crossing. Photo:
We pedaled off into the gloom, facing a 4-mile climb and rain spitting in our faces. The temperature hovered in the forties, while fog shrouded the peaks of surrounding mountains, leaving a slight gap before mist obscured sections further down
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I ride mountain, road and gravel bikes in the rugged country surrounding my home in Roanoke, Va. Photography, video editing, writing, and social media are sources of enjoyment for me, so this blog is really a guilty pleasure. According to Strava (and most group rides!) I'm an intermediate cyclist. My bikes include a 1996 Waterford steel road bike. Off road, it's a Cannondale Trigger 3. My Gravel bike is a Fuji Jari. Like most of you, I'm always dreaming about the next bike to join the stable. So many bikes, so little time.
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