Gravel cycling gear deals aligned with major race season
Gravel cycling gear deals are limited-time discounts on specialist wheels, tyres, helmets and accessories, helping riders upgrade performance equipment at lower cost ahead of key events such as Unbound Gravel. With race season in full swing, retailers are cutting prices on high-end components that matter most on long, rough courses. This week’s standout gravel cycling offers include carbon wheel discounts on wide-rim Zipp 303 XPLR S wheels, reduced pricing on Schwalbe’s fast-rolling G-One RS gravel tyres, and a bike helmet sale on Specialized’s Propero 4 MIPS model. There are also savings on a 13-speed gravel groupset, bags, shoes, bottles and chain lube, giving riders options whether they are targeting podiums or finishing their first big event. According to road.cc, “With Unbound Gravel kicking off today, we’ve scoured the web to find some of the best gravel riding deals available.”
Zipp 303 XPLR S carbon wheels under £1,000
For riders chasing speed and stability on chunky courses, the Zipp 303 XPLR S Carbon Tubeless Wheelset is one of the headline gravel bike wheels deals. These wheels use a wide 32mm internal rim width to support larger tyres at lower pressures, improving comfort and grip on rough gravel while also aiming for aero gains with broad profiles. Zipp claims the wheelset weighs 1,642g, making it suitable for racing while still tough enough for demanding events. The wheelset is now priced at £979 at Merlin Cycles, bringing premium carbon wheel discounts into reach for more riders who want a dedicated gravel setup. Pair these rims with modern high-volume tyres and you have a wheel package designed specifically for fast, long-distance gravel racing rather than adapted road kit.
Schwalbe G-One RS tyres and Specialized Propero 4 helmet deals
Tyres and helmets are seeing strong reductions alongside the wheel offers. Schwalbe’s G-One RS gravel tyre in a 50mm width is down to £36.99 at Tredz, representing a 26% discount for riders targeting dry, hard-packed courses. Schwalbe describes these as its fastest gravel tyres for this terrain, and they have been highlighted in performance tests for their rolling speed in dry conditions. On the protection side, the 2024 Specialized Propero 4 MIPS helmet is available for £129 from 99 Bikes, sitting well below the brand’s flagship S-Works models while carrying a 5-star safety rating from Virginia Tech. The helmet blends aero shaping from the S-Works Evade with the ventilation of the S-Works Prevail, making this bike helmet sale appealing to riders who want one lid for both racing and training.
More gravel-specific kit: bags, groupset, shoes, bottle and lube
Beyond headline gravel bike wheels deals, several gravel-specific accessories and components are also discounted. Rapha’s Explore Bar Bag, designed for off-road adventure essentials with a water-resistant build and shoulder strap, is 40% off at Team Cycles for £39. Riders wanting electronic shifting can look at the SRAM Rival XPLR AXS E1 1×13 groupset, now £1,099.99 at Fawkes Cycles, bringing 13-speed gravel gearing and updated ergonomics to a lower price point. Footwear-wise, Fizik’s Terra Atlas off-road shoes are £124.99 at Winstanley’s Bikes with a 21% saving. For hot rides, the MAAP Chromatek Insulated Bottle is £16 on MAAP’s site with 57% off, while Muc-Off’s Ludicrous AF chain lube drops to £19.99 at Sigma Sports, 60% below its usual RRP. Together these offers round out a complete spread of gravel cycling gear savings.
