Gravel Bike Vs Hardtail Mountain Bike (MTB)
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Stop us if you've heard this one before: Gravel bikes are just like old-school MTBs. Okay then, should you ride a gravel bike or an XC mountain bike on dirt roads and mellow trails? Let's compare!
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Stop us if you've heard this one before: Gravel bikes are just like old-school MTBs. Okay then, should you ride a gravel bike or an XC mountain bike on dirt roads and mellow trails? Let's compare!
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