The Gravel Cartel

01/10/2026

While we're not out on the bike all day on our Tours starting the day right and then getting the right nutrition during the rides is still super important.

For our Stanthorpe trip we included Banana, Coconut and Coffee Fruit Clusters from I Am Grounded- SUPR Caffeinated Snacks to go with their caffeinated protein bars. Being GF and DF makes all their products suitable for all riders.

Of course the other important part is hydration and energy and as always Moor Endurance is our go to in that department.

Little cameo there as well from SunMotion keeping our riders protected 👌

30/09/2026

When you know you know...

And we know sunset drinks Dear Vincent is a pretty special to finish a day on our Stanthorpe gravel tours thx to Adam🍷

30/09/2026

Massive shoutout to these two ladies for a great job as Crew on the recent Stanthorpe trip.

With grvl_grl off the bike and in a moon boot she took on support vehicle driver during the rides making sure all riders were well looked after as well as doing all the behind the scenes work back Luxury Accommodation Cottages with fireplaces in Stanthorpe

For Lucy it was her first time as Crew and she took to it like an old hand. All riders appreciated her support on the bike, her easy going nature and ride management skills which kept every happy and safe 👌

Thx ladies 🫶

30/09/2026

We couldn't have asked for more for our 5th B'day down at Stanthorpe recently...great riding, super fun winery visits, relaxed times around Luxury Accommodation Cottages with fireplaces in Stanthorpe with amazing food prepared by Rachael and most importantly a great bunch of people to share it all with.

It was an actioned packed weekend with Mexican themed nights, birthdays to celebrate and of course gravel roads to be explored but as always we found time for everyone to have some down time to chill out and explore the region further.

A massive thx to our Crew of Michelle and Lucy, Rachael and David from Diamondvale Estate, Adam from Dear Vincent
Brad and Cheryl from Savina Lane Winery.

26/09/2026

Received this lovely message from our good friend Michael Tomalaris as we celebrate our 5th Birthday down here at Stanthorpe with great group of guests.

Thx Mike we really appreciate your support for what we do here at the Cartel.

24/09/2026

When the Swag Bags are ready its go time for the Stanthorpe Trip.

Great to share some great products with our guests from...

The Pedla
I Am Grounded- SUPR Caffeinated Snacks
Moor Endurance
WrapdInLove
Samantha's Studio
Colorado Coffee
PRETTY BITES CUSTOM COOKIES 🍪

Thx also to the Stanthorpe Visitor Information Centre for all the great info on what to do in Australia's Top Tourist Town 2026.

23/09/2026

3 years today...what a ride!

21/09/2026

How good is the forecast looking for our upcoming Stanthorpe tour this week 🙌

Cool mornings and mild days just perfect for mornings on the 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️ and afternoons at the 🍇🍷

19/09/2026

Challenge - Get 5 guys from NZ from their Mooloolaba AirBnB to Blackbutt on the BVRT so they can start riding by 8am.

That's what was put to us a few weeks ago.

Solution - Depart Brisbane at 4am, collect riders and load bikes at 6am and arrive Blackbutt by 8am (including a coffee stop enroute).

This pretty much sums up what we are all about with our Shuttle business. You bring the challenge and we'll provide the solution 👌

Got a challenge and need a solution get in touch and lets get you riding.

BVRT, KKRT and other SE Qld locations.

15/09/2026

Wow it's been 12 weeks since the 2026 Gravel & Flannel Festival in Wondai.

Here's a great piece by the Presenting Partner of Gravel and Flannel The Pedla.

Such great memories of 3 fabulous days!

Check it out at: https://thepedla.com/blogs/pedla-news/gravel-flannel-festival?fbclid=PAT01DUAUV6-NwZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzU2NzA2NzM0MzM1MjQyNwABpxc0UYY2QIWAxYhenFwSZA-nHpTsUOkOE5d8_lfJOai8weknCWbhQMuj4vA4_aem_qV9SrWXyBBgHfd_ZrQH1Ew

Three days of gravel, flannel, fireside stories and a few questionable costumes. Gravel & Flannel returned for 2026 with a simple idea at its heart: riding is better when it’s shared. As presenting partner, Pedla joined the Gravel Cartel for the weekend, creating the festival’s custom kit an...