Got my Revolt 1, first part of last year. I love it. It is my daily rider. Got it as my first "gravel bike," but have found that I am using it as my commuter rig. It's relaxed geometry and low bottom bracket height make it very stable on the rough stuff. It is long, low and a little heavy. Have run Clement MSO 40mm width tires on it for over a year, and they help a bunch. As of now, I have fittied it out with full SKS longboard fenders and a Topeak rack for my commute. My commute to work is a little over 16 miles each way with several gravel opportunity sections along the way. I write a blog and you will find lots of pictures of my Revolt here:
http://www.okieoutdoors.blogspot.comI ride a Giant Defy and a Giant TCX Advanced Pro 2, so I have a little bit of experience in comparing different types of bikes. I still like the Revolt, and I would say that it is the most comfortable, long distance capable bike of all my stable. When I want pure speed, I ride the Defy, and stick to pavement. The TCX is my all-rounder. The Revolt is like a comfortable set of shoes. It isn't flashy. It isn't going to set any speed records. It is even a little bit unconventional, however, I find myself on it more than any of the others. I can ride any road service without hesitation, so it is my bike of exploration.
The stock seat wasn't too bad, but have a Selle Anatomica on it now. If I had to do it again, though, I would put a Brooks Cambium on it. Saddles are a very personal choice, so wouldn't let it effect your decision at all.
Have rode the Revolt through all weather conditions, as I am a year-round rider. Coldest ride was around 12 degrees F. Never faltered or gave me any fits. Handles ice patches decent enough with the MSO's. Wouldn't ride it on solid snow pack, or tons of ice, though. No experience running studded tires.
Just post any questions you may have about the Revolt, and I will try to answer.
Good luck with your search!
Okie
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