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My road bike reach is almost identical to my gravel/cross bike reach. You're basically in the same position, so aligning these sizes should have you where you want to be
It's not even a prototype - not even a mule, it's a plastic mold to show what it could look like with some linkage parts and other knickknacks from existing Niner bikes. Seems like overkill, but if they can get the…
I'd take it off. Dirt and grit get in there, so the less you have it on, the longer the finish on your frame will last.
The Hanjo looks like an amazing value. DB has been making some interesting bikes the last couple years.
I get 12 hours or so out of my Garmin 520. The backup battery got me through the rest of my race without a worry.
I think gravel racing will have much longer legs than enduro - true, there's increasing hype right now as the "regular" cycling world has just begun to discover gravel, but there's something more elemental and basic…
Lodging is definitely tight. I was able to find an AirBnB about 30 minutes outside of town for cheap. Another option might be to rent an RV from Outdoorsy.com.
Depending on your head tube diameter(s) this may limit your choices. Most newer forks that are meant for mire than just CX will come with tapered steerer tubes. If your head tube is tapered, you're likely golden. If…
I'm sure if you write to Jim Cummins he'll gladly break down all of the other costs that you did not include. I thought it was a really well-managed event. If you don't get the value, this would be an easy one to…
Nice! I ended up paying 4x that for the "Garmin-approved" PowerMonkey battery which did not have the micro-USB, just a mini-USB, so I had to track down an adapter and taped it on - so, super-janky AND expensive. That…
On 100 milers in gnarly heat, I could have navigated by cue sheets and compass, sure, but when you're bonking and it's 90+ degrees, I've been grateful for the turn warnings and guidance. If you're hesitant to shell out…
I think Strava charges for downloads, don't they?
Used mine on a 14-hour training ride. Got the battery warning but it held up the entire ride on a unit more than a year old. I've used the turn by turn feature on 100+ mile events and they were excellent. Bringing a…
Add mileage every 3 weeks and then drop mileage down a week to allow for recovery then ratchet back up. This is what marathon training schedules to and it's good if you're new to longer distances. If you're comfortable…
I've used 2 setups that get me over most everything - 50/34 with 10speed 11-36 and now running 1x11 40T with a 10-42. I like the range (I think it's within a hair the 34/36) and the whole setup is significantly simpler,…
Thanks, fellas! I've done 100 mile events with limited re-supply options with 3 bottles, but it might make sense to pack a camelbak and skip the tangle bag. I can always drink it first to keep the weight off my back. I…
Using this set up now. Once set up and adjusted correctly, it's pretty simple and durable. The 1x is super quiet. Not wild about cassette installation with the XD driver, but the gear range is worth it. I'm running…
Mine works great! Battery life has been good so far. I've only had it out on 8-9 hour rides max, but there's always been juice left. I'll be packing a backup battery for events over 100 miles.
I'm doing my final long rides with my race day setup and hope to tap into the wisdom of those who have raced Kanza before. So far, I'm planning on the following setup: 2 bottles in cages in the frame 2 Revelate Mountain…
The biggest risk will be from the participants, not the technology. Look at what mountain bike racing was in the early 90's and then what it was like 6 years later. Money came into the sport and brought in all manner of…