Episode
Why Vielo Thinks 1x Is the Future for All Road and Gravel Bikes
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- The BikeRadar Podcast
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- Jul 21, 2026
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- 1496
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Summary
This episode is sponsored by Vielo. BikeRadar’s senior technical editor, Warren Rossiter, chats to Ian Hughes, the co-founder of 1x-specific bike brand Vielo. Vielo was founded in 2017 by father and son team Ian and Trevor Hughes. They’re confident in the benefits of 1x for road and gravel riders – to the point that Vielo’s bikes are only compatible with single-chainring drivetrains. Warren quizzes Ian on the brand’s origins, why they think 1x works for riders, and what’s next for Vielo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices