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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-02-20, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I noticed that awhile ago on the chainring. It...

I noticed that awhile ago on the chainring. It should be a 42T still, and that is what is pictured.
I've nothing but good things to say about the X Comp (5.0) and futureshock.
I can't offer any...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Trails would be the wrong word. How about bike...

Trails would be the wrong word. How about bike paths ;)


Thanks, I couldn't recommend it enough. I will definitely go back, it's only 40 miles from our lake house.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-09-20, 12:46 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Last month I took a trip to Bentonville, AR to...

Last month I took a trip to Bentonville, AR to check out the cycling infrastructure I'd heard so much about from a friend. I spent about 4 hours riding around on the Slaughter Pen MTB trails on my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-20, 08:51 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I run RaceFace Rides...

I run RaceFace Rides (https://www.raceface.com/products/ride-pedal). Similar to the Chesters but without the metal pins, just molded in grip.
I wear a pair of adidas approach shoes (rock climbing...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-12-20, 04:12 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I've been out riding NE Oklahoma gravel for a few...

I've been out riding NE Oklahoma gravel for a few weeks around our lake house. Been having a blast on the Sirrus. I've been running about 35 psi for a little extra cush...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-26-20, 11:08 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Just got an email from my LBS, fortunately I'm...

Just got an email from my LBS, fortunately I'm running force cranks :)

Specialzied Crank Recall in Sirrus Sport, Sirrus X Comp Carbon, Sirrus 3, 4, 3.0X, 4.0X, and 5.0X

Specialized Link...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-21-20, 07:13 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Nice!!

Nice!!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-20-20, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I do like them so far, but have yet to get more...

I do like them so far, but have yet to get more than a few quick rides on the wheelset. I really couldn't justify the Roval's at $800, even looked into a custom wheel build. I got a screaming deal on...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-19-20, 07:06 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Unfortunately, I do not have a scale to measure...

Unfortunately, I do not have a scale to measure all my upgrades.
Badger is right, my hooptie has the first gen FS nothing new there all stock.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-16-20, 05:56 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 30,590
Posted By GravelGurty

Mine at 40 psi with less than 20 miles on GRX...

Mine at 40 psi with less than 20 miles on GRX wheels (21mm internal if i recall?) close enough to spec for me.
Can't wait to start logging some miles soon, I have enjoyed so far.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-20, 02:09 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Winter Upgrades!

After researching wheels/tires most of the winter I "settled" on a set of GRX wheels, and Conti Terra Speeds. The GRX wheelset seems like a really good value and decent weight savings from the stock...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-28-20, 07:54 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 30,590
Posted By GravelGurty

Received a set of 40mm terra speeds today. They...

Received a set of 40mm terra speeds today. They mounted/sealed very easily to my new GRX wheelset with my floor pump. They've been holding air for a few hours with no sealant so far. They measure out...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-03-20, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

agree with Badger, I'd be shocked if it was a new...

agree with Badger, I'd be shocked if it was a new mold, but it would be great if was/had more clearance!
Cast Blue / Hyper / Satin Black Reflective is a nice look
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-31-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

post #863...

post #863 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=863) , pretty tight with 42
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-28-20, 05:42 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

The "new" Sirrus X that was mentioned awhile back...

The "new" Sirrus X that was mentioned awhile back here has been officially announced.
With and without future shock. A few sites out there have articles up today.

The top-spec carbon Sirrus X 5.0...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-26-19, 12:29 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Due to the amazing midwest weather over the last...

Due to the amazing midwest weather over the last few days(and a break from work finally), I've been able to head out for a few rides. Almost forgot how much I enjoy this bike. Also spent some time...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-12-19, 07:31 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Unfortunately my season has mostly come to an end...

Unfortunately my season has mostly come to an end too. I typically ride into December, but my work schedule has become way to busy, and I've been fighting a cough for 5 weeks. Feels as though I've...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-22-19, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

A few pages back I changed out the stock stuff...

A few pages back I changed out the stock stuff for a GXP Force1 crank set. After a brief search I can't seem to find a proper dimension for you for the direct mount on the interwebs. I will say, the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-14-19, 05:39 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Thanks for the clarification. This is my first...

Thanks for the clarification. This is my first flat mount bike :ride:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-14-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Stock is 160 F/R, I needed the flat mount adapter...

Stock is 160 F/R, I needed the flat mount adapter for the GRX rear to accommodate the 160. The stock caliper has the offset cast into the caliper already. I could be wrong but if one was to run the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-11-19, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Finalizing the brake upgrade for my X comp: ...

Finalizing the brake upgrade for my X comp:
Shimano XT BL-M8100 L/R
Shimano SAINT SM-RT99 160MM Center Lock Rotors
Shimano GRX Calipers BR-RX400
Shimano R160D/D Disc Brake Adapter...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-19, 04:58 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

make sure you get the flat mount/flat mount...

make sure you get the flat mount/flat mount adapter for the rear... :bang:
Shimano R160D/D after some searching
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-19, 04:19 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Could you ever so kindly provide me with the part...

Could you ever so kindly provide me with the part number for the rear caliper adapter.. I foolishly thought flat mount meant "direct mount".. Hey guess what the wheel doesn't go back on, I got to put...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-19, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

That new future shock looks awesome! Do you think...

That new future shock looks awesome! Do you think its a touch taller, or an optical illusion on my part?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-19-19, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Did they give you part numbers?? :eek:

Did they give you part numbers?? :eek:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-19, 03:57 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I agree with you to a point, I also felt that way...

I agree with you to a point, I also felt that way for quite awhile. The braking seems fine out on the road. In my last two ventures off the pavement/chipseal on the hills/trails, I've had issues with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Put in a nice leisurely 16.5 miles this morning,...

Put in a nice leisurely 16.5 miles this morning, Next round of upgrade parts are streaming in. After last weeks single track riding, brakes are getting changed out....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-13-19, 02:30 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Hope you enjoy it! As mentioned before, take a...

Hope you enjoy it! As mentioned before, take a look at the front brake tube rubbing on the headtube. It's a scuff area, I temporarily put some vinyl on it. Last weekend I removed that and applied...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-08-19, 11:19 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,309
Posted By GravelGurty

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20190907_153807_88ff2ed683bdf2a572c8cd150e2defbec474f33f.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-19, 03:53 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Did you upgrade the lever set? Finding these are...

Did you upgrade the lever set? Finding these are my least favorite thing on the bike as it sits now. Torn between new brakes, or wheelset. Have the Hunts been as advertised, because they are really...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-19, 05:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,780
Posted By GravelGurty

Any luck on test rides of Cannondale or...

Any luck on test rides of Cannondale or Specialized yet?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-19, 05:28 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

5'9" ish on a large. fits great with stock 90mm...

5'9" ish on a large. fits great with stock 90mm stem
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-14-19, 12:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,780
Posted By GravelGurty

The Cannondale looks like a nice bike, and I'm...

The Cannondale looks like a nice bike, and I'm sure it would be great. But if you are already leaning towards Specialized..
When I was researching new bikes, the X comp really caught my eye with the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-11-19, 01:56 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I picked up a set of the Stix Elite front/rear...

I picked up a set of the Stix Elite front/rear lights for my night time Sirrus excursions. I don't need or want a big torch up front, these seem like a nice package and compact enough. Hopefully they...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-02-19, 03:50 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

The spider itself is direct mount to the crank so...

The spider itself is direct mount to the crank so you can remove it, and swap in the OE ring if you want.
The Force chainring is 130 BCD (i think) to the spider.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-01-19, 06:54 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Hi Mark, Just look up the standard GXP bottom...

Hi Mark,
Just look up the standard GXP bottom bracket, best price I found was on ebay with super quick shipping. I can't post links... sorry. Park tool BBT-19.2 will remove the hollowtech and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-19, 03:16 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I got the GXP bottom bracket and force 1 175mm...

I got the GXP bottom bracket and force 1 175mm 40t crankset installed. I don't have a scale, but the stock drive side without chain ring feels like it weighs more than the entire force set. Just a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-19, 08:35 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

I noticed the XL sized bike in the LBS had clear...

I noticed the XL sized bike in the LBS had clear patches already on it in. I didn't notice any in the bag of stuff I got with my bike, oh well.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-19, 03:54 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Also, forgot to mention I'm 5'9" ish, purchased...

Also, forgot to mention I'm 5'9" ish, purchased size L
The standover is a touch close, but not uncomfortable. It's the best feeling bike fitwise I've had.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-19, 03:50 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,826
Posted By GravelGurty

Thread bump, first post. Thanks to all who have...

Thread bump, first post. Thanks to all who have posted about the new X comp. Today is my third week of ownership. I've logged 130 miles on this fine machine so far (lots of rain here too).

I think...
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