Originally Posted by
Paul Barnard
I thought about that, but the bikes I have now are pure road bikes that can handle 25cm tires (wouldn't work on gravel) or a full suspension mountain bike.
I take my pure road bike (23mm tires) on gravel, it's not easy, but it builds bike handling skills. Just sayin', it can be done.
Maybe plan a route that has no or minimal obstacles for a short tour or two?