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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

04-16-19, 11:07 AM

Replies: 32

What is "gravel" to you?

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Posted By Cyclist_987

To the OP: I think that's a great point. "Gravel"...

To the OP: I think that's a great point. "Gravel" is a catch phrase.

I think of "gravel riding" as a combination of the following:

1. hard packed gravel roads (most people seem to agree)
2....

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

04-16-19, 11:01 AM

Replies: 23

Tire width

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Posted By Cyclist_987

Skipjacks: Rail trails with anything skinnier...

Skipjacks: Rail trails with anything skinnier than 28s is awful in my experience during wet conditions. However, that stays true on 40+ wide tires when the limestone turns to cement mix.

35 mm...

Forum: Touring

04-16-19, 10:54 AM

Replies: 55

Rail trail extravaganza

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Posted By Cyclist_987

Good luck! The ride from Pittsburgh to Cumberland...

Good luck! The ride from Pittsburgh to Cumberland is very fun. Connellsville, PA has a good campsite and their is a good site in Rockwood too.

Forum: Touring

04-16-19, 10:49 AM

Replies: 41

First Time Tour Bike Buying Advice

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Posted By Cyclist_987

I have a trek 520 for on road touring with 32mm...

I have a trek 520 for on road touring with 32mm tires. Great choice. You can find one (2000 and newer) for around $400.

If I was to buy a new bike, I would just get a long haul trucker with 26"...

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

04-16-19, 10:45 AM

Replies: 22

Trying to Decide GravelKing: SK vs Slick

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Posted By Cyclist_987

I have SK's in 700x35. The knobby treads aren't...

I have SK's in 700x35. The knobby treads aren't the best for on road. On singletrack and gravel they are phenomenal but for 75% road usage for me. I wish I went with something smoother. The gum...

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