About
Gravelo is a specialized AI-driven route planner designed for cyclists who love gravel riding, road cycling, and mountain biking. Unlike generic mapping tools, Gravelo understands the nuances of off-road and mixed-surface riding — optimizing for scenic paths, low-traffic roads, and preferred terrain types to deliver routes that genuinely match a cyclist's style. Users can generate A→B routes or create loops, with control over starting distance and search radius — including an option to widen the search area for those willing to drive to a trailhead. The Draw and Import features give advanced users flexibility to customize or bring in existing routes. A detailed route profile view lets riders preview elevation gain and terrain before hitting the road. Gravelo supports three distinct bike modes — Gravel, Road, and MTB — each tuned with different routing priorities so the generated paths feel purpose-built rather than generic. Saved Routes allow riders to build a personal library of favorite roads. Premium tiers unlock advanced planning features, and upcoming additions like Races Nearby, Community, and Social features promise to make Gravelo a hub for the gravel cycling community. Whether you're a weekend adventurer looking for new gravel paths, a competitive cyclist scouting race terrain, or an explorer wanting to discover scenic back roads, Gravelo delivers intelligent, cyclist-first route planning powered by AI.
Key Features
- AI Route Generation: Automatically generates optimized cycling routes for gravel, road, and MTB bike types, tailored to surface preference, elevation, and traffic avoidance.
- Loop & A→B Planning: Supports both point-to-point and loop route formats, with adjustable distance and a widened search radius for riders willing to drive to a start point.
- Route Profile Visualization: Displays a detailed elevation and terrain profile for every generated route so cyclists can assess difficulty and surface type before riding.
- Draw & Import Routes: Advanced users can manually draw custom routes on the map or import existing routes for full planning flexibility.
- Saved Routes Library: Save favorite or frequently used routes for quick access, allowing riders to build a personalized collection of go-to rides.
Use Cases
- A weekend gravel cyclist uses Gravelo to discover new scenic loop routes near their home, optimized to avoid busy roads and paved surfaces.
- A competitive cyclist scouts upcoming race terrain by generating A→B routes that match the event's course profile and surface type.
- A road biker planning a multi-day tour imports waypoints and uses Gravelo's AI to fill in optimal daily segments with manageable elevation.
- An MTB rider explores unfamiliar trail networks by generating AI-recommended routes tailored to mountain bike terrain and difficulty.
- A cycling club coordinator uses Gravelo to plan and save a library of group ride routes for members to access and vote on.
Pros
- Cyclist-Specific Optimization: Built exclusively for cyclists with gravel, road, and MTB modes, delivering route recommendations that generic maps simply can't match.
- Flexible Route Formats: Supports loops, A→B routes, manual drawing, and imports — giving riders multiple ways to plan depending on their needs.
- Easy to Use, No Technical Skills Required: Clean web interface with intuitive controls makes AI-powered route planning accessible to cyclists of all tech comfort levels.
- Growing Community Features: Upcoming Races Nearby, Profile, and Social features position Gravelo as a full-featured hub for the gravel cycling community.
Cons
- Community Features Not Yet Live: Social, Profile, and Races Nearby sections are listed as 'coming soon,' limiting the community and discovery aspects for early users.
- Cycling-Only Use Case: The tool is purpose-built for cycling and won't serve users looking for hiking, running, or multi-sport route planning.
- Premium Required for Advanced Features: The most powerful planning and customization options are locked behind a paid Premium tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bikes does Gravelo support?
Gravelo supports three cycling modes: Gravel, Road, and MTB (mountain bike). Each mode uses different routing priorities to generate the most suitable paths for that bike type.
Can I create loop routes instead of point-to-point routes?
Yes. Gravelo supports both A→B (point-to-point) and Loop route formats. You can set your desired distance and optionally widen the search area if you're willing to drive to a starting point.
Is Gravelo free to use?
Gravelo offers a free tier with core route planning features. A Premium subscription unlocks advanced planning options and additional functionality.
Can I import or manually draw my own routes?
Yes. In addition to AI-generated routes, Gravelo provides Draw and Import tools so you can manually sketch a route on the map or bring in an existing route file.
When will the social and community features be available?
Features like Races Nearby, Profile, and Social are listed as 'coming soon' on Gravelo's platform. The timeline has not been publicly confirmed, but they are actively in development.
