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Addiction LXXVI

Old 10-15-19, 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by indyfabz
Homogeneous.
You don't say!
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Old 10-15-19, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by PepeM
We're about the same size. So for me.
Kudos.

BTW one of my friends did a massive gravel ride out your way, I think something crazy like 130 miles, this past weekend. I wonder if it was the same event you saw?
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Yes, same event. Unpaved PA is called I think. I think I will give it a go next year, sounds like fun.
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So what are the bestest, most fastestest, ligthest, most resistant, best bang for your buck gravel tires out there.
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I have no idea but I use Panaracer GravelKings and like them.
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Originally Posted by PepeM
So what are the bestest, most fastestest, ligthest, most resistant, best bang for your buck gravel tires out there.
Schwalbe G-One All-around (I have them in both 35 and 38) are awesome around here. Super speedy on pavement and hard-packed gravel/dirt. Errbody has different gravel, though, so YMMV. If you have really hard and/or sharp gravel, I might shy away from them, as they're pretty supple and I'd be concerned about their durability (not that I've even had a single flat on one, so that concern might be unfounded). For the typical crushed limestone around here, though, they're great.
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Originally Posted by PepeM
So what are the bestest, most fastestest, ligthest, most resistant, best bang for your buck gravel tires out there.
You forgot bombproof.
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Good point, I definitely want something bombproof.
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Originally Posted by sbxx1985
I have no idea but I use Panaracer GravelKings and like them.
GravelKing SKs, to be specific.
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Originally Posted by sbxx1985
GravelKing SKs, to be specific.
SKs here too. Mainly because of the colour choices.
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Pho for lunch today. Eye of round steak and tendons.
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Originally Posted by PepeM
We're about the same size. So for me.
Same with my wife and me though it’s easier for me to ride hers rather than her mine due to the reach. I have a spare seat post with saddle so that I can ride her bike if need be.
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Originally Posted by MoAlpha
So do these folks, evidently:
My leg length is roughly 7/8” longer so, yeah, we can ride each other’s bikes. See my other post.
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Originally Posted by indyfabz
Homogeneous.
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Seems Panaracer is the tire of choice. I ran 26mm Race A EVO3 at Boulder Roubaix
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Originally Posted by Trsnrtr
Same with my wife and me though it’s easier for me to ride hers rather than her mine due to the reach. I have a spare seat post with saddle so that I can ride her bike if need be.
Is it elegant lightweight and aero like mine? If so, kudos.
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Originally Posted by DougRNS
Is it elegant lightweight and aero like mine? If so, kudos.
Mine is a CF Specialized post with a Specialized Toupe saddle. Photos on request.
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I found a nice girl named Mary on today’s 66 miler. If my wife’s back doesn’t come around, this gal may be my new stoker.

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I found a nice girl named Mary on today’s 66 miler. If my wife’s back doesn’t come around, this gal may be my new stoker.

You're just downright skinny, aren't you?
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Originally Posted by PepeM
There was a gravel race in town this weekend. Being totally out of shape and owning no such thing as a gravel bike, I did not participate. However, my wife thought it looked really cool and said she would be interested in trying that, since she does not like the idea of riding on the road. Being the enabler that I am, I told her I fully supported that desire and that she should most definitely get a gravel bike. Two days later, I have ordered a Cannondale Topsoil for her. My guess is that she will use it twice, lose interest, and then I will inherit a gravel bike.
This one?

https://www.unpavedpennsylvania.com/
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I wish it was pink, or any other color for that matter. Unfortunately, it is one of those MURDERED OUT monstrosities. Oh well, maybe I will add some stickers to it or something.
Bar tape.
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Originally Posted by WhyFi
Just got hyped watching a video on Schwalbe's new tubeless tires, a sure sign of Addiction.
Oh boy.
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