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I agree that getting a pre-waxed chain is easiest. I strip off everything in an ultrasonic cleaner with a special type of industrial solvent that you're unlikely to be able to purchase as a private person. Then I dry…
Depends very heavily on riding conditions and on terrain. In the sense that some people, for instance those who commute on their gravel bike tend to stay on the same 2-3 rings of the cassette (assuming they don't live…
Anecdotal report: the average gravel tire doesn't even last half the km's that a good touring tire will. I ride about 12-13k km/year, most of that is my commute which is 85% tarmac. I've given up on gravel tires, they…
ljsmith wrote: For the comment about tires being cheaper from Bikeinn, most bike parts are cheaper when ordered from EU countries. They have to charge VAT, so they have to lower the prices or the parts are too expensive…
Definitely try before you buy. The problem is frame geometry in general, not just reach. Might be worth it to get a frame designed for flatbar use, rather than throwing good money after suboptimal fixes.
zen_ wrote: I've been curious how Rival AXS stuff has been holding up in the long term. SRAM's lower end stuff has always had some serious problems with durability and reliability in tough conditions. Don't know what…
I feel your pain but you were lucky, it sealed. I'm going through a tubed phase. At least if you get a flat, it's just a matter of removing the tube, checking the tire to see if nothing can damage the new tube, put in a…
AllTerrainLynx wrote: Hi Xeno, sorry for your experience. As I wrote before, it might be hit and miss and no clue about variables. Some guys rides em 6k kms with no flats, others are disappointed. Some has problem about…
Xenophon wrote: So, back to riding with a tube until the patches that I ordered drop in the mail. Think I'll go back to Stans Race Day sealant after that. One drawback: it can only be added by removing part of the tire…
I had noticed this question and went riding this morning with a couple of friends, one of whom had the Cadex AR mounted. You can easily get these over here in the EU but they're not frequently seen, maybe because…
If you've got decent tubeless valves, it'll work, don't worry. As was said, just tighten 'm down good. This is not vascular microsurgery. I'll admit to being sloppy myself, I just poke a hole with a screwdriver, put in…
I've been running a pair of 36 mm (order error, my bad) thunderos on my gravel rider/commuter since the end of October, about 4000 km on them. Tubeless. Nothing but praise but I believe I found their one weak point:…
What I'd never purchase again: - René Herse tires in general but especially in 'ultralight' edition: dangerous i.m.o., especially when mounted tubeless, certainly on hookless rims; - Mini pumps: when you need them…
I faced a similar predicament but for my commute (decaying leaves on pavement so the slicks had to go). On the recommendation of a member I got myself a pair of Tufos (thundero). Can't say anything definite about…
Have experienced the same thing. It’s some kind of delamination. Imo it’s best to bin the tire as the plug may not keep or -what I experienced- the ‘bladder’ may grow larger and fill with sealant or the tire may fail…
barturtle wrote: Slick sloppy on top of concrete is like trying to grip ice. I'm not even sure a metal studded tyre is gonna be much help, as they won't dig into concrete the way they would ice. You're probably looking…
I understand that this is a self-defeating exercise but I'd appreciate some input from you guys: I use my gravel bike also for commuting to work. My commute is 80% tarmac, 20% separate bicycle paths (concrete). Over…
mmalin wrote: I appreciate the discussion going on here. My opinion is that there is a coupling between an ideal tire width for a given course/terrain and the average speed that a rider can sustain over the magnitude…
It's an interesting topic but imo trying to identify let alone factor in all variables and their interaction becomes so complex as to be unrealistic. And even if you'd manage that herculean feat, it would still provide…
John wrote: I see that Tubolito makes the Tubo CX/Gravel All tube that weighs the same as a butyl tube but "even more flat resistant material makes punctures impossible during normal use. This promise is guaranteed with…