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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-06-23, 12:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,540
Posted By tofudog415

I've ridden a bunch in the Truckee area, and I...

I've ridden a bunch in the Truckee area, and I felt like semi-slick tires didn't work as well for me. I ride on paved roads and green/blue singletrack trails, and the very dry conditions, loose...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-05-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 988
Posted By tofudog415

I'm rolling on 650B x 47mm Maxxis Rambler EXOs...

I'm rolling on 650B x 47mm Maxxis Rambler EXOs that measure out to 49.5mm on 22 mm internal rims, so going to a tire with a stated actual 50mm width might not make that much of a difference. I have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-27-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By tofudog415

My Canyon Grizl came stock with GRX 2x10 and 650b...

My Canyon Grizl came stock with GRX 2x10 and 650b x 47mm tires that measure out to a hair shy of 50mm. This is on a frame with 420mm chainstays that is designed only to be used with 650b, so this is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-29-22, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 436,521
Posted By tofudog415

Big Basin is one of my favorite parks, and I’ve...

Big Basin is one of my favorite parks, and I’ve ridden the Gazos Creek / Johansen / Middle Ridge loop a couple times before the CZU Fire. Do you know if the full loop is open?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-14-21, 05:07 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,348
Posted By tofudog415

After three years on mechanical disc brakes, I...

After three years on mechanical disc brakes, I bit the bullet and moved from BB7 calipers and SRAM Apex levers to SRAM S700 hydraulic calipers and levers. The latter were $300 on eBay new, and I sold...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-03-20, 01:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 26,421
Posted By tofudog415

Seems like most of the Katus come stock with...

Seems like most of the Katus come stock with 170mm cranks.

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-06-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 26,421
Posted By tofudog415

Take care about the angle of the rack arms. The...

Take care about the angle of the rack arms. The Katu has its rack mounts pretty high up on the seat stays, which are already run higher than a lot of folding bikes. You can see in my photo that the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-20, 05:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 26,421
Posted By tofudog415

I put a basic Topeak Explorer on the back of...

I put a basic Topeak Explorer on the back of mine, and it works great. I carry one or two Ortlieb Sport Rollers on it for grocery runs.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-19-19, 01:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,208
Posted By tofudog415

I'm 5'5", and I found standover to be challenge...

I'm 5'5", and I found standover to be challenge on many bikes, especially those with horizontal top tubes. I ended up with a 52cm Salsa Vaya, which uses 700c wheels. There is a tiny bit of toe...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-19-19, 01:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,271
Posted By tofudog415

I run the GK SK 43s at pressures between 30 to 40...

I run the GK SK 43s at pressures between 30 to 40 psi. The tires lose maybe about 5 psi per week at most, set up tubeless with Stans Race sealant. These tires were really quite hard to get on my 21mm...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-12-19, 12:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,532
Posted By tofudog415

Thru axles are supposedly better at handling the...

Thru axles are supposedly better at handling the braking forces that come with disc brakes, especially in the front. While highly unlikely, it is possible for these forces to cause a quick release...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-07-19, 08:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,173
Posted By tofudog415

105 was 2019 only, replaced by GRX in 2020.

105 was 2019 only, replaced by GRX in 2020.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-06-19, 07:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,117
Posted By tofudog415

Has anyone tried the Conti Terras yet? I’m pretty...

Has anyone tried the Conti Terras yet? I’m pretty happy with my 700c Gravelking SK 43s, but always willing to try out other options. Thinking about the 40mm Terra Speed or Trail tires, as well as the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-06-19, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 315,704
Posted By tofudog415

Got a Revelate Designs Mag-Tank to replace a...

Got a Revelate Designs Mag-Tank to replace a smaller top tube bag. The old one couldn’t fit my new iPhone — darn phones are getting so big these days! The new bag is certainly much roomier and the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-06-19, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,173
Posted By tofudog415

That’s a great deal. The 2020 Salsa steel lineup...

That’s a great deal. The 2020 Salsa steel lineup looks nice, but the prices seem to have gone way up. +$300 for GRX instead of 105? Don’t think the group set is necessarily an upgrade. Tariffs maybe?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By tofudog415

Advntr.cc just posted a detailed review of...

Advntr.cc just posted a detailed review of Shimano's PRO Discover Dropper Post and Lever. Short answer: the post was great, but the lever was uncomfortable and difficult, if not impossible, to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-01-19, 02:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By tofudog415

I installed the Wolf Tooth Remote Drop Bar on my...

I installed the Wolf Tooth Remote Drop Bar on my Salsa Vaya a couple weeks ago. It's been working really well, actuating my PNW Pine 27.2 dropper. I have it installed with the lever on the bottom of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-19, 01:55 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 36,585
Posted By tofudog415

I recently mounted the 43mm SK model on 21mm...

I recently mounted the 43mm SK model on 21mm internal UST rims. It was really challenging, but this thread ironically gave me the motivation to keep trying. I used two Pedros levers and quite a bit...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-19, 01:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,386
Posted By tofudog415

I think you're referring to the X'Plor USH, as...

I think you're referring to the X'Plor USH, as opposed to the Strada USH, since it's the one that's available in 700c x 35mm. I weigh around 170 lbs., and I run the X'Plor USH at about 55-60 PSI with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-16-18, 10:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,502
Posted By tofudog415

I didn't trim the plug till I got back home. The...

I didn't trim the plug till I got back home. The loose ends did not seem to matter on the ten mile ride back on dirt, gravel, and pavement. The plug just got mashed up and flattened against the tire.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-15-18, 01:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,502
Posted By tofudog415

I keep a set of Genuine Innovations plugs and the...

I keep a set of Genuine Innovations plugs and the included tool in my tiny Rema patch kit. A month or so ago I got a puncture that Orange Seal Endurance could not seal. I plugged it, spun the tire...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-20-18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,864
Posted By tofudog415

I've had the Vaya Apex since November and 1,000...

I've had the Vaya Apex since November and 1,000 miles, but strongly considered the Rove ST. Unfortunately, couldn't find a Rove in the smaller sizes in my area, so can't comment on the ride...
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