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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-22, 04:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,456
Posted By tangerineowl

Soma Supple Vitesse SL 48mm will be the second...

Soma Supple Vitesse SL 48mm will be the second fastest to the ReneHerse 48mm.
The 48mm is tubeless compatible.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-09-21, 03:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,423
Posted By mstateglfr

210#. 43mm Gravelking SS tires. 40psi front and...

210#. 43mm Gravelking SS tires. 40psi front and 45psi back for mixed surface rides. If it is legitimately only pavement, I will pump em up a touch more.

I run my tires higher than what every...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-21-21, 08:26 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,012
Posted By Metieval

Man I love your bikes!

Man I love your bikes!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Wilbur76

I hadn’t considered buying a bike until the...

I hadn’t considered buying a bike until the pandemic and boredom. So not having ridden a bike in 25 years, and having never bought a new bike in my life, I researched and found out about this new...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-21, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By ericcox

I picked up a canyon inflite cross bike as I...

I picked up a canyon inflite cross bike as I couldn't find a new in stock gravel bike in my area * at my price point, and every used bike I contacted the seller about was sold before I could see it....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-21, 07:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By zen_

Looking back, I'm kinda embarrassed at how long...

Looking back, I'm kinda embarrassed at how long it took me to get on the wide tire wagon (32 -> 35 -> 40 -> 45). Whether you really need the comfort or not, it's a lot easier to go faster when you're...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-21, 03:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By kuroba

I haven't been into bikes too long, only since...

I haven't been into bikes too long, only since 2015. When I got my first gravel bike (2016) I was determined to get 700c, highly not recommended due to my size (5' tall). Now, I've turned the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-01-21, 09:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Toadmeister

My Gravel Bike (Jamis Renegade, 700x40 tires)...

My Gravel Bike (Jamis Renegade, 700x40 tires) became my (all) road bike as it is just so much more comfortable and versatile than my old skinny tire road bike. I don’t care about speed or racing. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-01-21, 12:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By tdilf

I like it more than i thought i would.

I like it more than i thought i would.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-01-21, 09:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Chuckles1

My drop bar disc brake gravel bike has become my...

My drop bar disc brake gravel bike has become my favorite bike over the three years I've had it. Average speed is a bit lower than road bike, but comfort and versatility are worth it. Variety is the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-25-21, 02:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By revcp

My opinion has gone from, "unnecessary niche...

My opinion has gone from, "unnecessary niche bike" to, "if I were swimming in money," to, "maybe," to "N-1". I picked up a little used 2018 Kona Rove NRB (pic below is not mine, but color and model...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-25-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By walnutz

Honestly, I went from "Gravel bikes are a...

Honestly, I went from "Gravel bikes are a marketing gimmick" to "Everyone should be riding gravel bikes.".
I bought an REI ADV 3.1 during lockdown with my stimulus money and subsequently sold all my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-21, 04:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Darth Lefty

In the 1990s-2000s there were "cross commuters,"...

In the 1990s-2000s there were "cross commuters," good examples are the Cannondale XR800 and Surly Cross Check (still survivin'). I saw gravel bikes as an evolution of these with some modern...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-21, 04:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By csrpenfab

It is! I’ve got two carbon bikes, a Niner and...

It is! I’ve got two carbon bikes, a Niner and flat bar Trek FX6S. My Niner is my Swiss Army knife. Hardcore gravel? Check! Long road ride with my non-gravel friends? Sure! I’d buy another...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-21, 02:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Noonievut

What’s changed is my view on what I want out of a...

What’s changed is my view on what I want out of a gravel bike. I used to watch cycling videos in areas no where near where I live, including event documentaries, and I said that looks fun I want a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-21, 12:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Cpn_Dunsel

I used to think carbon might not be a good choice...

I used to think carbon might not be a good choice for gravel bikes but now I think it might be a good choice.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-21, 04:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Badger6

They’ve adapted in an evolutionary way for me. ...

They’ve adapted in an evolutionary way for me.

2014: it was about using a CX bike to ride places a skinny tire road bike shouldn't be (or at least we though they shouldn't be), I could go fast,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-21, 12:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Rolla

As long as I've been riding, there's always been...

As long as I've been riding, there's always been a big difference between "what I thought would be totally awesome" and "what really works best for how I actually ride." For gravel, a steel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-21-21, 09:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By mstateglfr

What I want out of a gravel bike is the same now...

What I want out of a gravel bike is the same now as it's always been- comfortable and capable for mixed surface road rides.

Paved roads for 5mi to get to and from gravel roads, so something that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-21-21, 09:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,241
Posted By Motorazr

Owning a gravel-bike has changed my perception of...

Owning a gravel-bike has changed my perception of bicycles as a whole. I now have an appreciation for the joys of lighter weight AND for "underbiking". As much as I loved my high-end, full-squish...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-17-21, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,403
Posted By tangerineowl

As you also mentioned light mud, I'd say the...

As you also mentioned light mud, I'd say the Fleecer Ridge in the Endurance casing option would be your ultimate tyre.

I'll also mention the latest Conti RaceKing Protection 2.2" as on the road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-13-21, 04:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,126
Posted By MAGAIVER

Kahuna is a great choice I have a 2013 Kahuna...

Kahuna is a great choice I have a 2013 Kahuna with a rigid fork and it is awesome.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-18-20, 10:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,057
Posted By Gerry221

Brilliant buddy. Enjoyed reading your post. ...

Brilliant buddy. Enjoyed reading your post.

I myself have struggled with weight. I currently weigh in at 310lbs. 4 years ago I took up cycling, on the road, not a MTB. I was around 290lbs at the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-21-20, 08:31 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 73,079
Posted By trimaniac

Sorry. Due to the rules of this forum, 1. I had...

Sorry. Due to the rules of this forum, 1. I had to post a minimum of 10 times in order to be able to load a picture and 2. The forum only lets you post 5 posts every 24 hours so in attempting to meet...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-02-20, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,663
Posted By trailangel

What ya got here...is a 29r drop bar XC bike. How...

What ya got here...is a 29r drop bar XC bike. How dare you put 2.25 inch tires on a gravel bike!!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-14-20, 09:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,061
Posted By cyccommute

Don't go getting your knickers in a knot! People...

Don't go getting your knickers in a knot! People are (mostly) trying to help but you have to meet us part way. I don't think you'll find too many people with your same problem because most of us...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-14-20, 06:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,061
Posted By Trakhak

The solution: wear synthetic material, not...

The solution: wear synthetic material, not cotton. Lightweight fleece pants can last years of daily cycling. Some cotton/synthetic blends can last somewhat longer than 100% cotton.

Here are some...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-19, 05:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,206
Posted By Bikeforumuser0019

Depression, exercise, and eating choices

Hello everyone.

I've struggled with depression most of my life. I had a situation in childhood with abusive/neglectful parents. I am 35 years old, and I've never really dated or been married...
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