Although having a pre-determined target distance as the creative spark behind a gravel ride might seem a little arbitrary, it can also lead to a spectacularly fun day out on the bike. Olly took inspiration from a world-famous US gravel event and headed out into the wilds of Northumberland in search of summer gravelling.

Rebound is the world's biggest gravel event. In 2024, entrants to the event rode a combined total distance of nearly 7 million km (3.8 million miles). You might wonder how this is possible? Because Rebound is a global event and it starts wherever you want it to. Put Saturday 31st May in your diary and read on to find out more details about how to enter.