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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

01-11-20, 10:06 AM

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Hybrid or MTB as Gravel bike?

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Posted By grubetown

True. It’s a different measurement for road...

True. It’s a different measurement for road sizing, not the seat tube.

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

01-11-20, 08:49 AM

Replies: 23

Hybrid or MTB as Gravel bike?

Views: 3,440

Posted By grubetown

It looks like a standard hybrid. No way that seat...

It looks like a standard hybrid. No way that seat tube is for someone who is 5’4”
I think your decision to preride the course and use your 29er is the best choice. Both the Schwinn and the Marin are...

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

01-10-20, 10:48 PM

Replies: 23

Hybrid or MTB as Gravel bike?

Views: 3,440

Posted By grubetown

52cm is 20.5” which is probably their XL size. ...

52cm is 20.5” which is probably their XL size.
The frame can be bent without obvious evidence of damage. If it’s the wrong size not worth the hassle of repair.

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

01-10-20, 04:24 PM

Replies: 23

Hybrid or MTB as Gravel bike?

Views: 3,440

Posted By grubetown

What size is the Marin? IMHO riding the wrong...

What size is the Marin? IMHO riding the wrong size bike is a recipe for not enjoying the ride. A hybrid won't be too fun to race even if you change out some of the parts.

It looks like you have...

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