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The Future of Gravel Bikes
I guess there are plenty of people riding around on SRAM cassettes with 10t cogs and they don't all fail, though I suspect that most of these people…
started by ljsmith · last reply by pushstart Apr 25, 2021
91 replies3,646 views
Thoughts on a new Gravel Bike
I don't mind slightly slacker bikes since I have been mountain biking for decades but man- that Evil gravel bike is ridiculous with a 66 degree head…
started by DUrbaniak · last reply by Flyer Apr 23, 2021
22 replies2,555 views
Which gravel bikes have the new T47 bottom bracket?
The Ventum GS1 also has the T47 BB. It's one of the reasons I have one on order.....
started by NoCoGreg · last reply by svennn Apr 23, 2021
10 replies2,256 views
Crust Nor'Easter Geo Question
started by csacwp · last reply by csacwp Apr 22, 2021
0 replies172 views
GRAVEL E BIKES
hahaha that is pretty funny! I haven't been passed by anyone on an E yet but it is bound to happen soon! I bet we all have a story like that---I was…
started by Frank · last reply by Flyer Apr 21, 2021
31 replies940 views
Direct to Consumer (DtC) Bike Brands (Canyon, Obed, others...)
No mention of Bikes Direct. I put together a bike for far less then it would have been to buy it at an LBS, but there were many problems along the…
started by NoCoGreg · last reply by chas Apr 20, 2021
22 replies5,310 views
Choosing a Custom Gravel Bike
Moots, Firefly, and no.22, are fantastic. There is a Canadian company (ex-GURU guys) and I love their stuff (T-Lab) as much. I think if custom, Ti is…
started by Benj21 · last reply by Flyer Apr 19, 2021
8 replies868 views
2018 Norco Search
Here in the far western end of Nebraska we often deal with dry and soft road conditions as well as deep, loose gravel. For that reason, I put 700x45…
started by GSPChilliwack · last reply by Pipeliner Apr 16, 2021
35 replies7,341 views
Starting a new Bombtrack Hook EXT-C Build; components, groupset and wheel options input????
Nice project. The new Ritchey Beacon bars (flat top, shallow drop, flared) are very nice for this kind of build. I have mine paired with a Redshift…
started by Rashad F · last reply by djflexure Apr 16, 2021
23 replies820 views
Roker Comp with Terrene Elwood 650x47 tires
This is a super useful discussion to me too. I run a Roker after seeing one featured on here a way back. I have been deliberating if I need to try…
started by 7rider · last reply by Al Olympic Apr 11, 2021
15 replies439 views
2020 Salsa Cutthroat GRX 600 Thoughts and Weight Savings
Sounds like you can sell your Boone (great time to sell used bikes!) and use that money to build this do-it-all machine (all but fast roadie group…
started by trailrunners · last reply by Noonievut Apr 9, 2021
5 replies1,206 views
Salsa Cutthroat as a Compliment to CX/"Smoother Gravel" bike and Mtn Bike
Go with the Cutthroat. I tried converting a hard tail and it was expensive disaster.. I have the Cutty and by far the most comfortable bike I have…
started by GSPChilliwack · last reply by mosovich Apr 8, 2021
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Surly Midnight Special or...??
ironman3 wrote: The Surly Hot Mayonnaise Midnight Special is a hell of a bike. However, I would also recommend the Orbea's Terra M20-D1x. . Thanks,…
started by Gasman · last reply by Gasman Mar 23, 2021
20 replies3,688 views
Going to have a custom frame built and hoping to get some help with decision making.
You’re absolutely right, 27.mm is the best diameter. However, I do think that 28mm could also do the trick!
started by AmericanTemplar · last reply by AmericanTemplar Mar 23, 2021
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Pink Salsa Warbird
ever listen to the "riding gravel" podcast? Check out the bike on their facebook homepage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3562595593771069
started by GCCyclist · last reply by chas Mar 23, 2021
33 replies1,328 views
Specialized diverge base carbon 2021
I'd also be interested in 10-50, especially with the fitness to have 42 in front and therefore good road descent performance. I don't personally mind…
started by Boxinglee5577 · last reply by Mark_S Mar 18, 2021
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Max fender on Lynskey GR300
They *might* clear a 48, but wouldn't provide a ton of coverage. Safely/effectively they can clear small 44s (Byways are like 42/43 if memory…
started by JWK1 · last reply by Volsung Mar 3, 2021
11 replies826 views
Giant Defy Conversion
Thanks for the tip and encouragement @widerisfaster - I'll give it a shot w/ those tires!
started by GoldenTriangle · last reply by GoldenTriangle Feb 14, 2021
2 replies671 views
Info needed, Affordable Carbon? - Giant Revolt Advanced 3
My revolt 0 came with a 175g stem which also helps explain some of why its so husky.
started by paupeter · last reply by Volsung Feb 13, 2021
11 replies4,134 views
Looking for Aluminum Gravel frame
tjrtmaster wrote: JCU Delt Ox, Thank you very much. Where can I get the Poseidon X? Google is your friend. https://www.pose
started by tjrtmaster · last reply by ljsmith Feb 12, 2021
7 replies305 views