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Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,432
Posted By richard.susanto

Wow...55-60ish PSI. That's a game changer for me,...

Wow...55-60ish PSI. That's a game changer for me, coming from my old Trek bike which has 23mm tires (110 psi).

Thanks, all. I will test this tomorrow.

Richard
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-20, 02:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,432
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks for the input. I just converted the tyres...

Thanks for the input. I just converted the tyres to tubeless today. I will test riding it at 60 psi tomorrow.

Richard
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-20, 07:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,432
Posted By richard.susanto

Best tire pressure for 30mm tires?

Fellow cyclist,

I just got a new Canyon Endurace road bike that comes with 30mm Schwalbe pro one tires. For any of you who has ridden with 30mm tyres for a while, what do you consider to be the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-20, 02:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,191
Posted By richard.susanto

Ah ok. I just read the article you included (the...

Ah ok. I just read the article you included (the Zwift leak). The new model looks sweet. It looks very much like the Venge with the bigger seatpost.

I'd think the new model probably be available...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-20, 11:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,191
Posted By richard.susanto

The Aeroad line had just been refreshed. Check...

The Aeroad line had just been refreshed. Check out their German website.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,764
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks for all the responses here. I've never...

Thanks for all the responses here. I've never expected to see this many.

Geometry wise, I decided to go with the Ultimate because my gravel bike (the Canyon Grail) already has a relaxed geometry....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-20, 10:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,764
Posted By richard.susanto

2 Canyon Ultimates - Wondering which one to get?

Fellow roadies, first of all I hope everyone is well and healthy.


I'm in the market of a new road bike and have narrowed down my search to 2 Canyon Ultimate models. I'm currently torn of which...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-20, 12:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,478
Posted By richard.susanto

Thank you for your input. Just want to...

Thank you for your input.

Just want to mention that we can actually test drive a Canyon bike. On the caveat that you will have to assemble it (basically put the handlebar, seatpost, and wheels)...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-20, 01:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,478
Posted By richard.susanto

Any feedback on the Canyon Ultimate?

Any feedback on the Canyon Ultimate?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-20, 12:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,478
Posted By richard.susanto

Upgrade or Buy

Hello fellow cyclists,


It's cold and icy outside here in Chicago, so I was sitting in my desk looking (and drooling) at new bikes on the web. Would like to get your input on whether I should...
11-18-19, 09:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,587
Posted By richard.susanto

Thought about getting the Specialized Element 3.0...

Thought about getting the Specialized Element 3.0 Lobster Claw Gloves. It's on sale for $44.99 at Erik's. Anyone can provide feedback?
...
10-31-19, 01:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 17,297
Posted By richard.susanto

Hi Scott, Many thanks for the input. It...

Hi Scott,

Many thanks for the input. It looks like I have almost a similar setup as you, albeit mine is the mechanical Ultegra R8000. Let me buy the GRX 46/30 crankset and start from there.
...
10-30-19, 08:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 17,297
Posted By richard.susanto

Changing crankset for better climb - 50/34 to 46/30

Fellow gravel riders, apology for the basic question here.

I've been using the Shimano Ultegra FC-R8000 50/34 crankset throughout the summer with my new gravel bike (the Canyon Grail CF), and...
10-10-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,524
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks again for everyone who contributed to my...

Thanks again for everyone who contributed to my question. This has been very useful.

Since I posted this question, I have gone on a couple of long rides and there have been some lessons learned....
10-07-19, 10:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,405
Posted By richard.susanto

I am one of those people. I bought the grail with...

I am one of those people. I bought the grail with the hoverbar because I was curious. I heard about Canyon's amazing return policy, so I thought it's risk free. I ended up keeping the bike. It's the...
09-27-19, 07:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,524
Posted By richard.susanto

Genius. Thanks. I might do this actually :)

Genius. Thanks. I might do this actually :)
09-27-19, 06:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,524
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks for everyone who had replied here. It...

Thanks for everyone who had replied here. It looks like Merino Wool is a good choice here. One of my favorite go-to jerseys is actually the Rapha merino brevet, and I also have one of their classic...
09-26-19, 10:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,524
Posted By richard.susanto

What to wear - 40-60F gravel racing event

I'm planning to join an 80 miles gravel ride in Northern Wisconsin in the 3rd week of October. Checking the historical weather, it's gonna be in the upper 30's when I start at 7 a.m. in the morning,...
09-23-19, 04:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 36,646
Posted By richard.susanto

I've been riding the Grail CF 8.0 SL for the past...

I've been riding the Grail CF 8.0 SL for the past 6 months. Awesome bike. Very comfortable on gravel and paved roads. I actually bought a second wheelset with smooth tyres and I ride with it all the...
08-14-19, 03:18 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,110
Posted By richard.susanto

Nice Wheelset. I almost got the same one, but...

Nice Wheelset. I almost got the same one, but decided to go cheap :)
08-14-19, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3,550
Views: 976,280
Posted By richard.susanto

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This old people like to get dirty
08-14-19, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,872,871
Posted By richard.susanto

The Wisconsin ride sounds awesome....Do you...

The Wisconsin ride sounds awesome....Do you happen to have the route maps on Strava or 'Ride With GPS' that you can share?
08-14-19, 07:19 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,864
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks for all the feedback here. I was actually...

Thanks for all the feedback here. I was actually hoping that there's a 40+ yo. Retina Specialist in this forum who is also a gravel grinder and can provide perspective. But, I'm not expecting much...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-19, 06:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,442
Posted By richard.susanto

This is awesome. It looks like bringing my back...

This is awesome. It looks like bringing my back inside is the best thing to do. Where I'm going this weekend will be a 75 miles bike ride in rural Illinois (mostly farmland). There are a couple of...
08-12-19, 08:59 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,872,871
Posted By richard.susanto

Yea. The prairie trail is flat, and boring in...

Yea. The prairie trail is flat, and boring in most parts. There is a section close to the town of Crystal Lake where you will find crazy climbs and descents, passing through a small forest. This is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-19, 08:46 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,694
Posted By richard.susanto

I had exactly the same difficulty as you when...

I had exactly the same difficulty as you when mounting these tyres on my DT Swiss P1800 32 Spline wheelsets. Used 2 tire lever and still couldn't it. I gave up and just asked my LBS to install them...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-19, 08:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,442
Posted By richard.susanto

Where do you park your bike when buying food/water?

On a long solo ride, I'm wondering what everyone has done to keep their bike safe when buying food/water in a cafe or gas station?

I live in the suburb of Chicago but I ride my bike in the rural...
08-12-19, 07:58 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,872,871
Posted By richard.susanto

This is in Vernon Hills, a suburb of Chicago. The...

This is in Vernon Hills, a suburb of Chicago. The trail is called Des Plaines River Trail.
08-12-19, 10:58 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,864
Posted By richard.susanto

Hey guys, thanks for the feedback. I have...

Hey guys, thanks for the feedback.

I have actually spoken with my Retinal Surgeon. She's not really familiar with the type of vibration experienced by riding on rough gravel road, but had made a...
08-12-19, 09:27 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,110
Posted By richard.susanto

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New wheelset and smooth tubeless 28mm tyres for my local group ride. Swap it...
08-12-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,872,871
Posted By richard.susanto

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Canyon Grail CF SL 8.0 (Mech Ultegra Groupset)
08-12-19, 07:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,864
Posted By richard.susanto

Retinal Detachment Risk due to Gravel Riding

Hello Everyone,

I want to ask anyone input here related to the risk of retinal detachment caused by the constant vibration in gravel riding (especially gravel grinding races/events). I realize...
08-12-19, 07:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,118
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks to everyone who provided their input here....

Thanks to everyone who provided their input here. What a good read. It looks like the Fabric Scoop, Specialized, and the Brooks C17 were mentioned several times.

I actually got the Fizik Aliante...
08-11-19, 09:49 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 511,021
Posted By richard.susanto

49, on the way to 50 soon. 1. What type of...

49, on the way to 50 soon.

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?
Canyon Grail CF SL 8.0 Gravel Bike (I'm so in love with this bike)

2. Do you take any special supplements/vitamins/minerals...
08-11-19, 10:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,118
Posted By richard.susanto

Saddle Recommendation for long gravel ride

I'm looking for a recommendation for a saddle suited for a long gravel ride. My goal is to be able to use the same saddle in the Dirty Kanza next year.

Just a bit of background: I ride the Canyon...
08-08-19, 10:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,927
Posted By richard.susanto

Bigger size always helps with a rougher terrain....

Bigger size always helps with a rougher terrain. I ride 40 tyres tubeless, typically at around 30 - 40 psi. Definitely helps with smoothing out the vibration and also it feels faster and more stable...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-19, 06:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,787
Posted By richard.susanto

Hi OhioJTrek, I love it. I have put around...

Hi OhioJTrek,

I love it. I have put around 600 miles on it so far. It's truly a capable and fun bike to ride. I've been riding it on various gravel and forest trails around the Chicago area. It...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-19, 06:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,787
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks, Rides4Beer. Appreciate the input. This is...

Thanks, Rides4Beer. Appreciate the input. This is awesome!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-19, 06:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,787
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks, jfranci3. Appreciate the comprehensive...

Thanks, jfranci3. Appreciate the comprehensive feedback. This is awesome.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-19, 11:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,787
Posted By richard.susanto

Thanks all. I really appreciate all the inputs...

Thanks all. I really appreciate all the inputs here. Based on some the feedback here, I am inclined to get a new wheelset with 28mm tire size. I researched some of the Canyon road bike models,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,787
Posted By richard.susanto

All good suggestions. Appreciate it. I was...

All good suggestions. Appreciate it. I was thinking about getting the 28mm tires as well since that fits into my style of riding on the road (more endurance v.s. racing).
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-19, 09:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,787
Posted By richard.susanto

Has anyone fitted their Canyon Grail with smooth road tires and wheelset?

Hello,

I'm a new member and relatively new to cycling. I just got the Canyon Grail CF SL 8.0 carbon fiber bike (the one with the double-decker hover bar), and would like to get anyone input about...
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