The critics keep raving about the Giro Latch flat pedal shoe. Bike Rumor and The Gear Junkie are the latest two expert media singing the praises of Latch's formidable combination of grip, comfort, and durability.

Champion gravel cyclist Keegan Swenson takes on 170 miles of dirt roads, interstate highways, and gas station hot dogs as he trains to win Unbound Gravel.

There’s no shortage of exciting races on the calendar – and maybe we’re partial to Strade Bianche because the event just concluded – but here are the reasons why cycling’s “sixth monument” is number one in our book.

Forget about the likes and mentions and incessant notifications: sometimes you just have to silence it all and chase your buddy down the mountain. And maybe throw a few shapes while you're at it.