Anticipation. Exertion. Relief. Racing bikes brings a sense of awe in its purest form. The humbling vulcanic landscape of Iceland is one of the highlights of the gravel calendar, both for the elite fighting for the win and the big contingent of participants riding to finish for the sake of the experience.

The 2024 edition of The Rift saw PAS Racing win the men's race with Simen Nordahl Svendsen outsprinting his breakaway companion and second place in the women's race for Karolina Migon.

Photos by: Harry Powell and Gravel Earth Series