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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-19, 03:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,599
Posted By b0rderline

Carbon with double decker bar.

Carbon with double decker bar.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-19, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,599
Posted By b0rderline

Can I mount Lauf grit fork on a Canyon grail bike?

Is changing fork even possible on a Grail bike? It seems a great idea to combine flexing tops with a suspension fork. At least on paper...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-13-19, 02:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,030
Posted By b0rderline

Spank vibrocore rims - anyone has it?

Are they really more comfortable? Do this extra foam in rim really does something?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-19, 08:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,885
Posted By b0rderline

:) tough sell for all of those companies you have...

:) tough sell for all of those companies you have mentioned above.
But I am curious what do you think about stayer chigzag frameset?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-19, 12:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,885
Posted By b0rderline

Thank you very much for this! Very helpful. What...

Thank you very much for this! Very helpful. What would you choose now if you had not already bought secan? :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-23-19, 12:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,885
Posted By b0rderline

Cotic escapade - is this a good quality frame?

Geometry wise this is a very interesting frameset but when you compare it's price with for example fairlight secan frameset you start to wonder if almost half of the price means also half of the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-19, 06:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,214
Posted By b0rderline

https://www.81496.com/jouhou/road/jamis2020/jamis2...

https://www.81496.com/jouhou/road/jamis2020/jamis2020.html
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-19, 06:43 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 48,566
Posted By b0rderline

So it looks like jamis renegade 2020 will be...

So it looks like jamis renegade 2020 will be quite similar to the current model - two noticable changes are slightly bigger tire clearance (aparat from carbon version) and Grx groupset....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-30-19, 02:30 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 35,386
Posted By b0rderline

At least put the pictures of new renegade here if...

At least put the pictures of new renegade here if you dont want to put the whole link...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-19, 12:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,339
Posted By b0rderline

Thank you very much! It looks like 47c is a...

Thank you very much! It looks like 47c is a resonable choice with that frame but 50c could be like one size too far :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,072
Posted By b0rderline

Can I put a Shimano SLX 12 gears cassette and SLX rear derailleur on road bike?

I am looking for the cheapest way of getting a 1x12 setup on a road bike. Will new 12 gear Shimano Slx work with shimano 105 shifters? By working I mean shifting all 12 gears.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-23-19, 01:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,358
Posted By b0rderline

Fantastic! Thank you very much for all that...

Fantastic! Thank you very much for all that effort! It looks like this bike has a tons of tire clerance. Looking forward to the final build!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-19, 03:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,214
Posted By b0rderline

Is there any news about jamis renegade 2020 version?

All I know is that it will arrive before end of the year but maybe someone already knows if it is gonna be worth the wait?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-19, 02:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Posted By b0rderline

What is the lowest cost of getting a SRAM 12 speed set on a gravel bike?

I am interested in 10-50 rear cassette but cost of a setup used for example in BMC URS one is much too much for me :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-19, 02:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,339
Posted By b0rderline

Cool! I am also interested in Vault frame. Can...

Cool! I am also interested in Vault frame. Can you measure for me the distance between chainstays in the widest point near the bottom bracket and also in the point between fork legs close to the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-21-19, 11:15 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,358
Posted By b0rderline

Very nice! I am also interested in that frame....

Very nice! I am also interested in that frame. Can you measure for me the distance between chainstays in the widest point near the bottom bracket and also in the point between fork legs close to the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-19-18, 07:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 22,397
Posted By b0rderline

This is a very interesting discussion and the...

This is a very interesting discussion and the topic of my personal interest. I look for the best comfort I can get that is why I have bought steel Jamis Renegade Exploit bike and now I am...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-19-18, 01:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,725
Posted By b0rderline

4 different approaches to ride comfort: which will be best for gravel?

Panaracer Gravelking SK 700x43 tire in each case. By comfort I mean: both dampening bigger bumps and killing road buzz. The contenders are:

1. Canyon Grail with carbon frame vcls seatpost and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-14-17, 03:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,408
Posted By b0rderline

The best road plus tire?

I want to convert my gravel bike to 650b and I want to have the best possible tire on that wheel.

My criteria are simple:

1. Puncture protection
2. Traction on loose gravel and rough terrain...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-15-16, 12:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,537
Posted By b0rderline

broken rear derailleur - is shimano 105 the toughest I can get for gravel bike?

I have a gravel bike - Jamis Renegade Exploit. A great bike. But the rear derailleur Shimano 105 seems to be it's weak spot. I am suprised how easilly it simply fell off when it came across a rather...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-20-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,632
Posted By b0rderline

My Exploits gonna be epic when the spring finally...

My Exploits gonna be epic when the spring finally comes. For now I have to settle for short, cold rides :) In the meantime I have to buy some nice gloves and bicycle shorts to fully enjoy the future...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-20-16, 07:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,632
Posted By b0rderline

I am after 20 km ride. Wow. This bike is begging...

I am after 20 km ride. Wow. This bike is begging You to ride fast :D And You can ride fast thanks to a great comfort that it provides. I am starting to think that I don't really need wider tire...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-19-16, 04:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,632
Posted By b0rderline

My Exploit has finally arrived. In the end I have...

My Exploit has finally arrived. In the end I have bought 54 cm frame and it looks like the best choice for me. This is rather long bike with wide handlebar (44 cm) so I don't feel cramped at all. So...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-06-16, 12:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,632
Posted By b0rderline

So it looks like You are in the between sizes...

So it looks like You are in the between sizes just as I am. But I am leaning towards the bigger frame just because I don't want to have too big saddle to handlebar drop. And because I have tried a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-06-16, 04:20 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,632
Posted By b0rderline

Guys, I am very close to buy Jamis Exploit but I...

Guys, I am very close to buy Jamis Exploit but I don't know what size should I get. I am 178 cm tall and my inseam is 82 cm. Should I buy 56 cm frame? What do You recommend?

Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-11-16, 11:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,661
Posted By b0rderline

OK, I did't now that. It makes sense but I think...

OK, I did't now that. It makes sense but I think there is one more thing to consider when buying a bike - how many spacers can You put to increase the handlebar height. In case of GT Grade You are...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-11-16, 09:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,661
Posted By b0rderline

This is exactly why I have not bought GT Grade...

This is exactly why I have not bought GT Grade eventually. L sized was simply too big for me and I did not want to have stem 8 cm long. The M size on other hand had too big sandle to handlebar drop...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-10-16, 10:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,661
Posted By b0rderline

What size have You tried and how tall are You?...

What size have You tried and how tall are You? the reason I am asking is that Renegade, and the same goes with GT Grade seems to be bigger than it should when You look at frame size only. This...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-16, 05:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 672
Posted By b0rderline

Thanks! I thought that this is too good to be...

Thanks! I thought that this is too good to be true. Now I know it's fake all the way.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-16, 03:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 672
Posted By b0rderline

central bikes com - do You recommend this shop from Singapore?

Prices of the bikes there are really attractive. For example diverge carbon is 1400$ cheaper:
Specialized Diverge Comp Carbon 2016 - Road Bike...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-15, 10:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 18,873
Posted By b0rderline

I think that the best combination for gravel bike...

I think that the best combination for gravel bike is like this: CUTTHROAT CARBON X9 | Bikes | Salsa Cycles (http://salsacycles.com/bikes/cutthroat/2016_cutthroat_carbon_x9)
28/42 crankset and 11-36...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-15, 03:11 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 18,873
Posted By b0rderline

Yes, the downside is that You have less gears in...

Yes, the downside is that You have less gears in between. One gear could be too high the next too low for You. But You get simplicity instead.

The other issue I can think of is the longevity of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-15-15, 03:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,250
Posted By b0rderline

Thanks for the info. It's great that the bar has...

Thanks for the info. It's great that the bar has 44 cm width. I feel more comfy on 44 than on 42 cm bar. This is another reason why I should go with the longer frame because I think smaller frame can...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-15, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,250
Posted By b0rderline

Thanks for Your answer. Very helpful. I have a...

Thanks for Your answer. Very helpful. I have a few more question if I may :) Have You tried 55 cm frame for the comparison and if yes, please tell me if You felt cramped? This is my biggest fear. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-15, 02:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,250
Posted By b0rderline

Yes, it kinda helps. I think that longer frame...

Yes, it kinda helps. I think that longer frame indeed may be a better choice for me and additionally it can provide better stability on gravel roads. But on other hand, the head angle on 55 cm frame...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-13-15, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,250
Posted By b0rderline

GT Grade Carbon - help me choose the right frame size

After a long research I have finally decided to pull the trigger and buy the GT Grade Carbon 105. I was very interested in this bike from the moment I have tried the ALU version but I was afraid of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-08-15, 04:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,056
Posted By b0rderline

Can You really put that big tire on Anyroad? I...

Can You really put that big tire on Anyroad? I was told that it can take up to 38mm?

Very nice bikes this All-City offers. Great find! :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-06-15, 03:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,056
Posted By b0rderline

There is no need to rush. I, for example, will...

There is no need to rush. I, for example, will not be buying before february, or even march, so there is a plenty of time to explore more interesting bikes and find the best one. And I hope there is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-06-15, 01:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,056
Posted By b0rderline

Yes, You can say that but my intention is to...

Yes, You can say that but my intention is to focus on drop handlebar bikes. My mistake that I did not clarify that when I started this topic, Sorry for that :)

Nice bike, but a flat bar one. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-06-15, 08:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,056
Posted By b0rderline

OK, and I found another one with price that seems...

OK, and I found another one with price that seems too good to be true. Bulls Grinder 2.
430 mm chainstay and 40c Schwalbe G-One tire as standard. https://www.bullsbikesusa.com/grinder-2-p-208.html
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-06-15, 05:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,056
Posted By b0rderline

Let's make a list of gravel bikes with 40c+ tire clearance and around 430mm chainstay

i think that bigger tiries (at least 40c) and longer, but not too long chinstays (around 430mm) are perfect combination for not only bike stability and comfort on gravel but also agility and fine...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-29-15, 09:29 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 23,277
Posted By b0rderline

Very similar to Santa Cruz Stigmata... Santa Cruz...

Very similar to Santa Cruz Stigmata... Santa Cruz Stigmata (http://www.santacruzbicycles.com/en/us/stigmata)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

Yeah, on my current bike I have 42c and to be...

Yeah, on my current bike I have 42c and to be honest, I really don't want to go below that. But right now I have a stiff, aluminium frame bike and maybe flexible carbon will make all the difference. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-15, 01:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

You sir have absolutely right! I don't now how I...

You sir have absolutely right! I don't now how I missed that fact... But when You look on the groupset of Tamland and Maverick You will see big difference. Tamland has Shimano 105 with 10-32T rear...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-15, 12:07 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

Yes, I am from Europe and here You don't have a...

Yes, I am from Europe and here You don't have a lot of bikes in normal distribution. Bikes, that are very easy to get in the USA. So sometimes You have to decide what bike to buy without proper test...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-15, 09:49 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

I did not like the position on Comax but it could...

I did not like the position on Comax but it could be due to the fact that I was trying Medium sized frame. I did not have a chance to try Warbird but I know that agressive position on the bike is not...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-15, 07:59 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

By this I meant how good it is welded together....

By this I meant how good it is welded together. Here You can find the opinions that I am referring to: Jamis Renegade Exploit - frame questions - The Paceline Forum...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-23-15, 07:16 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

This is very simple: In Europe there seems to be...

This is very simple: In Europe there seems to be no Tamland in official distribution. Instead there is Roker Carbon.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-21-15, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,525
Posted By b0rderline

Yes, Expolit has a carbon fork and they say that...

Yes, Expolit has a carbon fork and they say that this is for lowering the overall weight of the bike, so not that bad idea ;) This steel Renegade is an interesting choice but I have to wait for the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-21-15, 09:02 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,446
Posted By b0rderline

It is interesting that right now on top of my...

It is interesting that right now on top of my list is a carbon version of Tamland - Raleigh Roker. Tamland is not available where I live. The other, this time steel bike that I am considering is...
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