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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-26-21, 07:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,836
Posted By D-Fuzz

I had the same thing happen with the Apex 1 rear...

I had the same thing happen with the Apex 1 rear derailleur on my bike. It turned out the spring in the derailleur was faulty and didn't have enough strength to pull the chain down the cassette. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-21, 12:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,893
Posted By D-Fuzz

I also have a big head and typically have a tough...

I also have a big head and typically have a tough time finding a good fitting helmet. I wear a Specialized Propero (size large) and will continue to buy them as long as they are available. I buy a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-11-21, 09:27 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 62,330
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have two sets of wheels & tires for my Rove...

I have two sets of wheels & tires for my Rove NRB. I use the OEM wheels with the WTB Horizons for commuting and it is a great set up. I also have a set of Easton EA70 AX wheels that I use for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-09-21, 12:03 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 62,330
Posted By D-Fuzz

I seem to remember the BB shell & chainstays...

I seem to remember the BB shell & chainstays changed on the 2018+ bikes to accommodate wider tires. I had a 2014 Rove which would be similar to your 2017 and I don't recall being able to run...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-04-21, 05:06 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,437
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Fatbikes
12-06-20, 05:08 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,437
Posted By D-Fuzz

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A beautiful day for a ride on the creek.
Forum: Fatbikes
11-15-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,437
Posted By D-Fuzz

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-8C and lots of good trails = an great day to ride!
Forum: Fatbikes
11-10-20, 06:48 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,437
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Fatbikes
10-31-20, 08:21 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,437
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-13-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,938
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have a Rove NRB and I have two sets of 650b...

I have a Rove NRB and I have two sets of 650b wheels, one with Ventures and the other with Horizons. I use the Horizons for commuting as they roll better on pavement and are quieter. A Rove with...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,026
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have a Focus Mares cyclocross bike and I love...

I have a Focus Mares cyclocross bike and I love it. They are good quality, come well specc'ed for the money and cool enough that people want ask about the bike. I've never ridden one of their road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-27-20, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,124
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have Apex 1x on my Kona and it does the job...

I have Apex 1x on my Kona and it does the job just fine. I had an issue with the rear derailleur where the spring would not pull the chain down from the bigger cog. The derailleur was warrantied but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-20-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,792
Posted By D-Fuzz

A quick question about your bike. Any idea what...

A quick question about your bike. Any idea what it weighs? I am thinking of buying one to use as an all-rounder that I could do some bikepacking/touring with. I've been thinking of a Roubaix or...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-19-20, 12:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,792
Posted By D-Fuzz

For me, I like the simplicity of knowing I only...

For me, I like the simplicity of knowing I only need to worry about one shifter. No cross chaining, no need to dump a bunch of gears when you shift from the big to small front ring because a hill...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-19-20, 11:11 AM
Replies: 1,980
Views: 435,826
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-19-20, 10:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,792
Posted By D-Fuzz

I don’t have experience with the GRX 1x but I...

I don’t have experience with the GRX 1x but I have experience with 2x and 1x drivetrains on gravel. My first question would be “why do you want to switch from 2x to 1x”? I started off with 2x for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-18-20, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 886
Posted By D-Fuzz

Running the bike tubeless made a huge difference....

Running the bike tubeless made a huge difference. I ran with tubes when I first got the bike, generally running 32 front/35 rear. I thought the bike felt fine. Then a switched to tubeless and now run...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-18-20, 04:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 886
Posted By D-Fuzz

As far as whether it’s fast on gravel, lots of...

As far as whether it’s fast on gravel, lots of that depends on the engine I suppose, but I find I am faster because I don’t have to worry as much about what line to follow, especially in heavy...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-18-20, 09:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 886
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have one and I love it. I bought it June 2019...

I have one and I love it. I bought it June 2019 and put about 2200km. Our gravel around here is either badly washboarded or thick pea-sized gravel and the bike rides nicely in those conditions. It’s...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-20, 10:05 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,977
Posted By D-Fuzz

Congrats on the new-to-you bike. I think you...

Congrats on the new-to-you bike. I think you have a good base to start out with, so I wouldn't worry about upgrades for awhile. Just by riding your body will shed several times the weight you want...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-07-20, 06:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,559
Posted By D-Fuzz

I just bought a set of Easton EA70 AX wheels....

I just bought a set of Easton EA70 AX wheels. Well made and lots of good reviews on the web for them.
Forum: Fatbikes
12-27-19, 09:31 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 80,437
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-03-19, 07:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,009
Posted By D-Fuzz

I like using my Camelbak. I find it easier to...

I like using my Camelbak. I find it easier to stay hydrated because the hose is right there and easy to access. I also like how the mouthpiece stays clean so I don’t get a bunch of dirt or mud in my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-04-19, 11:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,757
Posted By D-Fuzz

I would only go for Apex1 if you are really...

I would only go for Apex1 if you are really wanting the 1x system, but the difference between Ultegra and Apex is huge. I went from a bike with 2x Ultegra to 1x Apex because I wanted 1x for gravel. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-19, 07:14 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I decided to move on from the Felt and ended up...

I decided to move on from the Felt and ended up with a Kona Rove NRB. If I was a smaller guy, I think the 38mm tires would have been fine but the 650x47 tires on the Kona work way better for me. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-23-19, 10:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I contacted Felt to ask whether 650b wheels will...

I contacted Felt to ask whether 650b wheels will work with my bike. They said they will, so I might give them a test fit to see how that goes.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-23-19, 09:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I did another ride last night with my friends...

I did another ride last night with my
friends running 700x45 and 650x47 tires. The only real difference I found was I needed to be a bit more aware of my lines when riding in heavy, deep gravel....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-20-19, 06:01 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,029
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-19-19, 10:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I did another 80+km ride today with the bike and...

I did another 80+km ride today with the bike and it doesn’t seem like the tires are much of a limiting factor. There are times when the gravel gets pretty thick (3-4 inch deep pea gravel) and it is a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-13-19, 11:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I’ve decided to run a 40 Kenda Happy Medium on...

I’ve decided to run a 40 Kenda Happy Medium on the front and a 38 Specialized Trigger Pro on the rear. I am about 2 minutes from the edge of the city and thousands of kms of gravel roads, so my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-12-19, 04:25 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I just finished a 70km ride with a friend who is...

I just finished a 70km ride with a friend who is riding with 42mm Sawtooths. For most of the ride there was very little difference between us until we got a stretch with thick pea gravel about 3-4...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-11-19, 11:20 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

Three of my riding buddies have bought new gravel...

Three of my riding buddies have bought new gravel bikes this spring, two of them came stock with 38s and they quickly changed them out for 42s and 45s. The third guy bought a bike with 650x47. Going...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-19, 07:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have to admit the Felt was not on my radar when...

I have to admit the Felt was not on my radar when I was looking for a gravel bike. I had been going back and forth between a Specialized Sequoia Elite or a Kona Rove NRB DL but I am glad I ended up...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-19, 06:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

Good point. If it was really muddy and I had to...

Good point. If it was really muddy and I had to ride, I would use narrow cross tires for the mud clearance, front and rear, but I avoid riding in the mud too, if possible.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-19, 06:17 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

With regards to the staggered sizes from front to...

With regards to the staggered sizes from front to back, is it important for each tire to be of similar tread type or can they be different?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-19, 04:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

Great replies. Thanks! As far as needing the...

Great replies. Thanks! As far as needing the “cush” part, I am a bigger guy (225lbs) but I find between the relaxed geometry, the carbon seatpost and a decent saddle, the bike is quite comfortable on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-19, 03:15 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 20,692
Posted By D-Fuzz

700x38 - is it enough?

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I recently bought a 2016 Felt V55, which will take...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-19, 10:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,948
Posted By D-Fuzz

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-25-19, 08:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,948
Posted By D-Fuzz

A lot of our gravel roads around here are badly...

A lot of our gravel roads around here are badly washboarded or have pretty deep marble-sized gravel. Last year I did gravel grinders on my ‘cross bike with 35c tires and it wasn’t great. I’m sure it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-24-19, 10:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,948
Posted By D-Fuzz

Resurrecting an old thread.... I bought a...

Resurrecting an old thread....

I bought a very lightly ridden Felt V55 earlier this week, too good of a deal to pass up at the time. I like the geometry of the bike and the specs are very sweet,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-25-19, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,484
Posted By D-Fuzz

I have test ridden a Kona Jake the Snake with 40c...

I have test ridden a Kona Jake the Snake with 40c tires and found it a bit harsh so was wondering about this bike.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-25-19, 06:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,484
Posted By D-Fuzz

How is the frame for compliance? This is one of...

How is the frame for compliance? This is one of the bikes I am considering but was wondering about any harshness due to the aluminum frame.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-21-18, 03:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,506
Posted By D-Fuzz

I think this is an important bit of info because...

I think this is an important bit of info because if this is what you are looking for, the Sequoia wouldn’t fit that bill. I have a dedicated road bike so I am looking for something that leans more...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-03-18, 06:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,506
Posted By D-Fuzz

What kind of weight are you looking for? I was at...

What kind of weight are you looking for? I was at my LBS today as I am looking at a Sequoia Elite. I had been test riding the owners Sequoia Merz Special Edition (beautiful bike) and I was wondering...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-20-18, 08:22 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 62,330
Posted By D-Fuzz

The NRB I am testing has Apex with mech brakes. I...

The NRB I am testing has Apex with mech brakes. I also tested a Sutra LTD that had Rival with hydros. From a shifting standpoint, there was very little difference between Apex and Rival. As far as...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-19-18, 11:15 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 62,330
Posted By D-Fuzz

I haven’t ridden that specific one but I am...

I haven’t ridden that specific one but I am currently test riding the 2019 Rove NRB and I owned a Rove ST with 700c wheels previously. The 650 wheels/tires are really nice for gravel riding, much...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-18, 07:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,276
Posted By D-Fuzz

I only have 23mm on it right now but there seems...

I only have 23mm on it right now but there seems to be enough room to go to 25mm. You won’t get bigger than that though.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,276
Posted By D-Fuzz

I recently bought a NOS 2013 R3. I also tested a...

I recently bought a NOS 2013 R3. I also tested a 2017 Roubaix and a 2017 Defy Advanced, but the R3 just seemed to fit me like a glove. I love how light it is and when I stand up to pedal or climb, it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-02-17, 03:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,404
Posted By D-Fuzz

My first road bike was a Giant Defy 2 and it was...

My first road bike was a Giant Defy 2 and it was a great bike. Tiagra is decent stuff, the frame and fork are the nice and the bike was plenty comfortable for me. I would certainly pick it over the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-17, 10:36 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 203,407
Posted By D-Fuzz

I was in a similar place as you a little over a...

I was in a similar place as you a little over a year ago. I wanted to get more serious about biking and wanted to make a smart purchase for my first road bike. I ended up buying an aluminum framed...
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