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Aluminum frame thoughts - Ribble Gravel AL and Kinesis Tripster AT
I've been looking to build up a gravel bike for some time now and am having a hard time deciding on what frame to use. I'm currently looking at two…
started by jannmayer · last reply by jannmayer Jul 26, 2021
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Gravel Eroica style
started by Bluetick · last reply by Bluetick Jul 21, 2021
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So, how good is the Open Wide?
Just thought I would close the loop on this.... I decided not to go for the Open Wi.de in the end. Two decision making reasons: 1) Geometry - It's so…
started by Al Olympic · last reply by Al Olympic Jul 21, 2021
18 replies3,481 views
Growler Session IPA gravel bike
Here's two photos of the Growler IPA Session. Really love the color, they got it perfect. I liked the fact that you could customize the color and…
started by alfabc · last reply by alfabc Jul 18, 2021
3 replies335 views
Opinions on Litespeed Watia and Ti vs carbon
I know some engineers love to de-value the properties of Ti. Having owned a lot of different bikes with many different materials (like pretty much…
started by SWGraveler · last reply by imwjl Jul 14, 2021
19 replies2,883 views
Switching between flat bar and drop bar ride to ride?
Following on the most recent posts: you might check out the InnerBarEnds from SQ Labs. They're designed to sit between the grip and the brake lever…
started by Al Olympic · last reply by Scubaman Jul 12, 2021
23 replies1,600 views
I need help choosing my first road/gravel bike!
willd412 wrote: now that you mention it, I do quite like the idea of the Revolt 2. It would easily be a contender but it’s out of stock online and…
started by willd412 · last reply by imwjl Jul 6, 2021
12 replies1,198 views
Moots Routt 45
Thank you. Those were in consideration too. The bike I got ended up perfection in a few ways including availability. It's also my road bike…
started by frontrangegravel · last reply by imwjl Jul 6, 2021
11 replies4,409 views
Suggestions for a custom Gravel Tandem?
We have a custom built co-motion periscope tandem, built with S&S fittings. Weirdly, it was built with clearance for eg 29x1.75 at the rear - which…
started by Familyridz · last reply by NoCoGreg Jul 5, 2021
3 replies160 views
All-City Cosmic Stallion
Hi Dear Freinds! If you have short hairs you should not to be worry.Mini Flat iron can help you make your hairs look moderm. if you want to achieve a…
started by BluesDawg · last reply by tyure Jul 1, 2021
35 replies5,738 views
Any Look 765 Gravel RS owner?
I do not know how experienced you are with disc brakes, but this sounds like contamination in the back. In my opinion disc brake pads and rotors are…
started by pritish8287 · last reply by Alfons Jun 26, 2021
14 replies1,407 views
My First Carbon (Gravel) Bike - Should I Use Protection?
I'm guessing I didn't do a lot of riding in those 3 years that involved a lot of dirt/sand. Maybe that's why I was able to get away with that...
started by DarKris · last reply by DarKris Jun 18, 2021
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Thomson Piedmont - anyone with hands on experience?
This bike looks interesting. The Thomson site doesn't have fit guidance I'd like, and I've been searching for more stack but the way they bundle with…
started by imwjl · last reply by imwjl Jun 17, 2021
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Motobecane Mulekick CF
Also, BD has a similar bike with 50 cm 29er tires stock. It is called the Zilla.
started by Montanaben · last reply by RadDogRoadWarrior Jun 8, 2021
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Canyon Grizl
The seatpost definitely had some flex to it. It is two independent halves that slide against each other to adjust the angle. The angle is then fixed…
started by ljsmith · last reply by JWB475 Jun 8, 2021
29 replies3,737 views
New Bike I am Really Pleased With Trek 520 Flat Bar Build
Ha, I still have that bike! Got the Vertex (race frame steel), broke the frame, so they warranted it with the Apex race frame. Gotta love that steel…
started by tinman · last reply by chas Jun 7, 2021
7 replies1,612 views
New Obed Boundary with Campy Ekar and Spinergy Wheels!
Pretty excited about this partnership with Obed! https://obedbikes.com/products/boundary-campy-ekar-1x13
started by spinergypaul · last reply by spinergypaul Jun 3, 2021
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Frame geometry - BB height, trail opinions
Wow great looking bike- very refined- love the top tube - I bet it's a rocket. Yes, mine's a Waltly. I did the driveside chainstay yoke with external…
started by pushstart · last reply by rosey4 May 23, 2021
23 replies1,440 views
Trek 920 Bontrager wheels - Looking for some info
Trek OEM stuff is generally good. I know that from personal experience and knowing Trek staff plus dealers. Just their efforts to do post-sale…
started by JWK1 · last reply by imwjl May 23, 2021
4 replies175 views
Tubeless and rim brakes
I definitely worry about this. Even now the options are limited to lightweight and performance oriented (HED Belgium, Velocity Quill) or Burly and…
started by csacwp · last reply by Odie May 7, 2021
6 replies966 views