 Okay, so you're interested in road biking, but you wanna have the freedom to get off-road as well. Maybe off the beaten path and have an adventure. So you need an adventure bike, but what is an adventure bike? An adventure bike, similar to a gravel grinder or gravel bike, is basically a do-it-all machine equally at home on long asphalt commutes as it is on gravel trails. And while the frame is somewhat like a road bike, there's usually more clearance for larger tires and so that mud or dirt doesn't build up. Higher-volume tires can deal with dirt, mud, and grass while still being fast and super comfortable on the road. You might think it's weird that adventure bikes have drop bars unlike mountain bikes, but what this does is allows you to have a lot more positioning for your hands on longer rides. Nearly all this range of bikes come equipped with disc brakes. These are way more effective in wet or muddy conditions than traditional rim brakes and stay clear of the dirt on your tires. Finally, and really usefully, adventure bikes come with attachment points for mud guards to keep you dry. And pan your racks if you're not using frame bags to load your bike down with gear for longer rides. And trust me, longer rides that get you way out into new territory are definitely worth doing. And whether that be on asphalt or gravel, an adventure bike is going to get you there. For more bike tips and tricks from Pure Cycles TV, click the link to subscribe.