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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-15-21, 07:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,881
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Surprising that the Straggler works for you but...

Surprising that the Straggler works for you but not the Lauf. You didn’t mention sizes, but comparing (for example) the 58cm Straggler and the Size L Lauf shows similar stack/reach/ett:
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,650
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Just point on #6: You can go disc without going...

Just point on #6: You can go disc without going hydraulic disc. if you’ve ever set up/recabled rim brakes, you probably have all the tools you’d need to do the same for cable-actuated disc brakes....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-26-21, 09:34 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,669
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I don’t dream very big, and don’t dream down to...

I don’t dream very big, and don’t dream down to every last detail, so to me a dream bike would probably just be something too niché for me to justify buying because of the limited use I’d get out of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-22-21, 04:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,641
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I just bought some new bars and put them on last...

I just bought some new bars and put them on last week, for the wrap I decided to try a sticky tape (Supacaz Sticky Kush). I wear gloves 90% of the time but thought the texture would be nice for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-20, 07:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,524
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I fail to see any similarity. My Outback and...

I fail to see any similarity. My Outback and Gravelbike are completely different colors.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-20-20, 04:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,841
Posted By wheelsmcgee

This thread is getting me hungry. I rarely...

This thread is getting me hungry.

I rarely do anything beyond electrolyte mix for rides under 30 miles (maybe a gu or a clif bar if I haven’t eaten anything yet that morning). Much over that (40...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-18-20, 08:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,494
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Possible? Maybe. Cost efficient and safe? Maybe...

Possible? Maybe. Cost efficient and safe? Maybe not. You’re better off selling the frame and buying one that’s designed with disc mounts. Of course, the fork can be replaced separately with one...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-20, 06:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,118
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I’ve certainly been pleased with the R7020 setup...

I’ve certainly been pleased with the R7020 setup on my warbird. Braking is great and requires almost no pressure. In fact, they are so good that when I first rode the bike I briefly thought...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-11-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,884
Posted By wheelsmcgee

If steel is okay, check out Kona’s Rove or Sutra...

If steel is okay, check out Kona’s Rove or Sutra framesets. Kona just put the new models up on their website in the past few days, so I’m guessing they are/will be soon available.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-08-20, 05:58 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 57,268
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Great review, I commend you for getting brave...

Great review, I commend you for getting brave with the dremel.

The price for a rear derailer and two levers is pretty great. Any idea if the shifter cable pull is compatible with any other...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-29-20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,998
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Metievel - here’s a good list of contenders, not...

Metievel - here’s a good list of contenders, not sure if it’s been updated in a while:

https://bikepacking.com/index/drop-bar-mountain-bikes-29er/
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-20, 07:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,572
Posted By wheelsmcgee

This is a good list. OP - I would add...

This is a good list.

OP - I would add something related to the chain/FD rub...depending on what chainring/cassette combo you are in, you may need to “trim” the front shift.

If you are not...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,328
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Update: I thought before I threw down a lot of...

Update: I thought before I threw down a lot of cash on something nice, I’d see if some basic, foam lined safety glasses would work. I ended up ordering a tinted 3M product (sort of a less...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-28-20, 06:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,623
Posted By wheelsmcgee

What mstateglfr said. I’ve got some high...

What mstateglfr said.

I’ve got some high hopes that an e-bike might one day get my wife to go on some gravel rides with me.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-24-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,091
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I lose a lot of salt during rides, so I tend to...

I lose a lot of salt during rides, so I tend to crave salty things on long rides...particularly salty/sweet mix. One of my faves is a mix of 1/2 almonds, 1/2 dates (or craisens), sprinkled with extra...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-18-20, 04:56 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,770
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I’m setting a reminder on my phone for summer...

I’m setting a reminder on my phone for summer 2021 to check Craigslist for good deals.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-04-20, 06:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,384
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I’m happy with my Warbird. I would add the...

I’m happy with my Warbird. I would add the Cutthroat to the OP’s list, higher stack height might work better.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-28-20, 07:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,692
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I think the difference between 35mm and 45mm is...

I think the difference between 35mm and 45mm is huge, at least for the kind of gravel I seem to encounter. Will wider help even more? I agree with Katsup, it’s a hard question to answer without...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-16-20, 07:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,922
Posted By wheelsmcgee

In my opinion, it’s mostly about tire...

In my opinion, it’s mostly about tire clearance...how wide of rubber you can fit on the bike. In other words, if you find a bike that works for you on pavement, there is a good chance it will work...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-02-19, 08:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,559
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I went the other way: Had a rigid 29er/fatbike...

I went the other way: Had a rigid 29er/fatbike that I put Jones bars on pretty much out of the gate, but eventually took them off and did a low-budget drop bar conversion.

My verdict: Jones...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-19, 07:50 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 34,859
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Just noticed BD has the 853 whipshots back in...

Just noticed BD has the 853 whipshots back in stock (or perhaps preorder). Two builds:

Force 1x hydro in midnight purple...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-21-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,190
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Check out one of the comments by rodeolabs above,...

Check out one of the comments by rodeolabs above, they aren’t hotlinked, but copy/paste those bit.ly links and you can still see the pics.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-11-19, 05:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,202
Posted By wheelsmcgee

While I agree saddle choice is highly personal,...

While I agree saddle choice is highly personal, it’s good that you're asking around. No bike stores in my area seem to have any sort of try-before-you-buy program (barring a box of take-offs, which...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-05-19, 06:13 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 32,888
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Thanks for posting this...had never heard of...

Thanks for posting this...had never heard of grass track racing, but it sounds like a blast. This could do so well in Kansas (and most of the Midwest for that matter) since the capital outlay is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-19-19, 09:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,520
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I guess what I was trying to say is that that if...

I guess what I was trying to say is that that if you buy a light that has an integrated battery but can be running while it’s charging off a USB battery pack, you can hedge against forgetting to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-19-19, 06:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,520
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I'll tell you what works great for my phone: ...

I'll tell you what works great for my phone: Integrated battery (obviously) but can be operated while charging via a portable USB battery pack tucked in my top tube bag or frame bag...this way i...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-19, 11:14 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,932
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Runners perspective: sidewalk sucks for running....

Runners perspective: sidewalk sucks for running. For one, they are not exactly common in my town...Most that we do have are in horrible disrepair, completely unsafe to run on if it’s near dark. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-28-19, 06:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,297
Posted By wheelsmcgee

Thanks for sharing, greatly enjoyed the...

Thanks for sharing, greatly enjoyed the read...having finished the 100 in that heat, my hat goes off to anyone who finished the 200 this year!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-23-19, 09:40 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,310
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I’m having difficulty coming up with any safety...

I’m having difficulty coming up with any safety needs of gravel riding that’s not adequately addressed by existing road/MTB helmets. Around here, maybe an ideal gravel helmet would have an...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-15-19, 12:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,971
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I actually just listened to this podcast this...

I actually just listened to this podcast this morning...I think Teds point was these types of tires (wide, smooth, light) are great on gravel...good rolling resistance, and the width and low pressure...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-11-19, 04:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,428
Posted By wheelsmcgee

If you run tubeless, changing tires filled with...

If you run tubeless, changing tires filled with sealant is kind of a mess. Maybe not a big deal if you’re changing tires once a season.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-18, 06:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,494
Posted By wheelsmcgee

thats good advice. Stack/reach may be the best...

thats good advice. Stack/reach may be the best two numbers of info to have to know if a bike is sized appropriately for your body/prefs. Frame size doesn’t mean the same thing across...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-21-17, 08:18 PM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 436,045
Posted By wheelsmcgee

I rarely remember to take photos when I'm...

I rarely remember to take photos when I'm out...This one was from a race last fall, out near Beaumont, Kansas.
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