Founded in 2006 by John Watson, The Radavist is the first and longest-running “alt-cycling” website. We’re known for our extensive catalog of Beautiful Bicycles, event Reportage, Framebuilder Shop Visits, and inspiring bicycle touring galleries.

Radical + Atavism = Radavist

Atavism is a throwback trait in humans, like the innate call to make art or tell tales sitting around a campfire. Add a radical approach to storytelling, a deep love for bicycles, and the people who make cycling culture so engaging, and you get us.

We are 100% independently owned, operated, and funded solely by our dedicated readers and advertising partners. The Radavist is a group effort – if you want to join our cause, check out The Radavist Membership, our reader-backed subscription plan.

The Radavist Membership is $6.66 a month or $69.69 a year, and every cent goes to support The Radavist by paying our staff and contributors. As a thank you, you’ll gain access to the Rad Bazaar, a private, peer-to-peer marketplace for selling all things related to The Radavist. Sign up for the The Radavist Membership at the Rad Bazaar console here.

We are a group of individuals who share a love of cycling and the outdoors. We believe the outdoors should be respected. Please, pack it in and pack it out. Leave it better even. Remember we’re all ambassadors for cycling so be polite on the road and trails and observe Leave No Trace principles.