Gravel Cycling for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Ride

The Sea Otter Classic isn’t just for pros and podiums. It’s for families, first rides, spinning prize wheels, and discovering what freedom feels like on two wheels.

When kids ride, they build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love

The Sea Otter Classic isn’t just for pros and podiums. It’s for families, first rides, spinning prize wheels, and discovering what freedom feels like on two wheels. When kids ride, they build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love for being active. You don’t need the fastest bike or the biggest budget. You just need a place that welcomes them. That’s what Sea Otter does. This is how the next generation of cyclists is born. One ride at a time. 💙 #SeaOtterClassic #KidsOnBikes #FamilyCycling #RideTogether #FutureOfCycling @CaliDOMESTIQUE

Grateful doesn’t quite cover it, but it’s a start.

Being selected as a 2026 Sea Otter Classic Ambassador is one of those full-circle moments that makes you pause and look back at the miles, the times you got dropped, the early mornings i

Grateful doesn’t quite cover it, but it’s a start. Being selected as a 2026 Sea Otter Classic Ambassador is one of those full-circle moments that makes you pause and look back at the miles, the times you got dropped, the early mornings in the Mountains, and the reasons you started riding in the first place. This isn’t just a festival or a race. It’s a celebration of bikes, people, stories, and the community that keeps pulling us back outside, no matter our age, pace, or path into cycling. I don’t take this lightly. To represent Sea Otter Classic in 2026 is an honor, and I’m committed to showing up with honesty, passion, and a lot of miles. My goal is to encourage family’s of all abilities to experience this life changing event. Get your kids on two wheels and rejoice in the freedom we all experienced as those innocent children riding from house to house, not knowing what the next turn would bring. Thank you to Sea Otter Classic for the trust. Thank you to everyone who’s supported, watched, commented, shared, or rolled alongside me. This next chapter is just getting started. See you in Monterey. 🚴‍♂️🌊 #SeaOtterClassic #SeaOtterAmbassador #CaliDOMESTIQUE #CyclingCommunity #GravelLife RideWithPurpose

I’ve been grinding on YouTube for over 9 years. What states as an outlet so I could save all my GoPro bike rides, turned into an income source for me. I’ve never really sat down and said, let’s make money. I upload and create videos cause I love it. Then one day, YouTube let me know that I was invited into their monetization program. It’s been crazy watching it grow and I appreciate you all for the support. Don’t give up, and make content that makes you happy. #youtube #contentcreation #influencer #monetization #content

Help me get faster in 2026! All you have to do is press the red circle! #2026goals #cycling #faster #epoboost #training

When the sky clears, the rubber turns. #happynewyear #cycling #sunset #river #flood

When the sky clears, the rubber turns. #happynewyear #cycling #sunset #river #flood

GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉 I’m giving away a brand-new RAVEMEN NT301 to kick off the new year strong. 🚴‍♂️💡 Want to enter? It’s easy: 🔹 RULES & HOW TO ENTER • Tag 3 riding partners in the comments • Must be following @ravemenofficial and @calidomestique • US Residents Only • Share this post to your Story for an extra entry! 📅 Giveaway ends: January 31, 2026 🎟️ Drawing: February 2nd at 12 PM (PST) Good luck everyone — can’t wait to hook one of you up with this killer light! 🤘✨ #ravemen #ravemenlights #bikegiveaway #bikegear

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉 I’m giving away a brand-new RAVEMEN NT301 to kick off the new year strong. 🚴‍♂️💡 Want to enter? It’s easy: 🔹 RULES & HOW TO ENTER • Tag 3 riding partners in the comments • Must be following @ravemenofficial and @calidomestique • US Residents Only • Share this post to your Story for an extra entry! 📅 Giveaway ends: January 31, 2026 🎟️ Drawing: February 2nd at 12 PM (PST) Good luck everyone! I can’t wait to hook one of you up with this killer light and video combo. 🤘✨ #ravemen #ravemenlights #bikegiveaway #bikegear

When the climb hurts, but the reward is gold… or silver… or Coors Banquet. 🥇🍺
#SummitGoals #BeerBreak #CyclingLife #CaliDOMESTIQUE

When the climb hurts, but the reward is gold… or silver… or Coors Banquet. 🥇🍺 #SummitGoals #BeerBreak #CyclingLife #CaliDOMESTIQUE

𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗗 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵: ‘Unit 12, what’s your ETA?’
𝗠𝗲 : Downhill… 7 seconds. Uphill… you’re on your own.

#lapdcycling #police #lifebehindbars #funny #insta360

𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗗 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵: ‘Unit 12, what’s your ETA?’ 𝗠𝗲 : Downhill… 7 seconds. Uphill… you’re on your own. #lapdcycling #police #lifebehindbars #funny #insta360

Sea Otter Classic in 2025 was a blast. Cant wait to return in 2036 as an ambassador. Bring your entire family, this isn’t just for cyclists. #seaotterclassic #family #festival #monterey #california

Grateful doesn’t quite cover it, but it’s a start.

Being selected as a 2026 Sea Otter Classic Ambassador is one of those full-circle moments that makes you pause and look back at the miles, the times you got dropped, the early mornings i

When the sky clears, the rubber turns. #happynewyear #cycling #sunset #river #flood

When the climb hurts, but the reward is gold… or silver… or Coors Banquet. 🥇🍺
#SummitGoals #BeerBreak #CyclingLife #CaliDOMESTIQUE

𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗗 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵: ‘Unit 12, what’s your ETA?’
𝗠𝗲 : Downhill… 7 seconds. Uphill… you’re on your own.

#lapdcycling #police #lifebehindbars #funny #insta360

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