Originally Posted by
Texico
Wouldn't the first "Gravel Bike" be the 2014 Raleigh Tamland that was developed with input from Guitar Ted? At least if we're talking modern marketing terms then that's the one that started the distinction of a purpose built Gravel Bike instead of using an existing cyclocross bike, right?
The Tamland could be. I moved to NC in 2014. I don't recall ever hearing the term "gravel bike" until I moved here. Matter of fact, around that time, I recall starting a thread asking if there were any road bikes that could fit bigger tires. What got that question in my head was an article I read in 2008 about Andy Hampstons personal bike (below). Titanium with Jack Brown 33.3c tires. I thought it was interesting that a former teammate of Greg Lemond was riding something like that.
https://www.bikeradar.com/gear/artic...anca-ti-16577/
