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Mountain bikers have known about low psi for a long time, particularly those riding tubeless, rigid, or hardtail. Low psi just floats over bumps, it's what I call the sweet spot. It's in a range of about 2 psi.
Bob, I agree with your comments. I have been using Challenge Gravel Grinder Race series 120 tpi tires in 38c for years with Challenge latex tubes on Stan's Iron Cross rims with excellent results. I am also one who swaps…
Clarkson, Yes I have been using the Challenge latex tubes with Challenge Gravel Grinder 38c 120tpi tires. I have had excellent results with these tires and tubes. Latex is very flexible, I'm sure they could be used in a…
It is a Ti Warbird, no longer available. I have been riding a rigid mtb for 10 years, after full suspension for 15 years. if you have been on a full sus there is a different technique involved. You need to get off the…
The Warbird with that size tire should not ride harshly. I have 38's on mine at 33 front 35 rear. I weigh just a bit less than you. Latex tubes are a good choice if you don't want to deal with tubeless. 37c is plenty…
Clyderyde wrote: Keep it simply & double wrap. I have done it since I have owned my CX bike and have no issues with slippage or unraveling. Generally, when I replace cables & rewrap, I use my old wrap as a base or cheap…
In 2010 I bought an inexpensive Salsa Vaya, steel frame and fork. Shimano Tiagra components, BB5 cable disks. 42c tires, all kinds of tire clearance Clarence. Not for weight weinies for sure lol! At the time Salsa…
Toe warmers can be your friend.
I've been using these Challenge 38c GG's for a few years, really good tires. Light, 380 grams, supple, tough. Thousands of miles. I use Challenge 29-38c latex tubes, 35, 38 psi.
Gravel bars generally have more choice in width, drop and flare.
I've been using Mary bars on my rigid mtb for about 10 years, they are somewhat similar to Jones bars, more upright position, hand position angled back. They are great for single track mountain biking, but I really…
I've been using the Challenge GG's 120 tpi race version for a few years. True 38's, 35/38 psi. with latex tubes. Very good tires, tough, supple.
BB7 are single piston but both pads can be adjusted at the caliper. Very easy to set up and adjust.
Are the pads adjusted correctly? They need to be very close to the disc, almost touching at rest.
Later year Ti Warbirds were made by ORA Engineering in Taiwan, just like the new Salsa Ti bikes that just were announced. That accounts for the differences in clearance in various years. I run 38's, with plenty of…
Seems like he took offense at something. Jeez, it's only bikes. Funny.
DrSpoke. Chill out dude.
I hear ya, been riding mtb for 25 years and never finished a ride thinking I needed ta's. Some do, good for them. PS paid $2800 for the Ti Bird brand new, Salsa was blowing them out last year.
The Ti Bird is probably not set up with thru axles or DI2 routing if that makes any diff to you. It didn't to me. Great bike.
http://www.gravelcyclist.com/ Zman, here is a good site for all things gravel, ride reports, tech, reviews, videos, etc. Just click on those 3 bars in the upper left corner. Get on the e mail list, good stuff.