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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-23-20, 01:31 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,858
Posted By Duende108

yeah... I shouldn’t have been so dramatic in my...

yeah... I shouldn’t have been so dramatic in my wording. Not much of a change from 47mm to 50mm as an isolated change.

However, if you consider that along with the head tube angle change and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-22-20, 10:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,858
Posted By Duende108

You’re definitely not overthinking it imo. 50mm...

You’re definitely not overthinking it imo. 50mm rake sounds a bit extreme for a gravel bike. I’d got 47mm. With a HT angle around 72.3 or so.

I like shirt chain stays, around 420... but 430-435...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-19-20, 02:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,841
Posted By Duende108

I crash every so often on my gravel bike. As I...

I crash every so often on my gravel bike. As I like to take it on trails and single track and in general get out into the wild.

Just takes time to know when to be cautious and when to go for it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-16-20, 12:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,862
Posted By Duende108

Lake CX237 - maybe the best cycling shoes I’ve...

Lake CX237
- maybe the best cycling shoes I’ve ever had. Bombproof. So comfortable, no custom foot sole needed. Look great after years of abuse to boot!

Speedplay SYZR
- kind of were annoying...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
07-12-20, 06:57 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 23,398
Posted By Duende108

FWIW, i’ve seen two or three mentions of broken...

FWIW, i’ve seen two or three mentions of broken UP frames on the paceline forum.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-20, 07:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,408
Posted By Duende108

It just so happens that I’m running the second...

It just so happens that I’m running the second gen SES 3.4s for gravel. Reason being is that their 21mm hooked internal width was optimum at the time I bought them. Running with 38mm tires.

Do...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-16-20, 12:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 644
Posted By Duende108

Have to say I agree. Also have to wonder if the...

Have to say I agree. Also have to wonder if the fact that hookless are easier to manufacture/cheaper to make plays a roll in their marketing push.

FWIW, I’m riding Enve 3.4 road rims for gravel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-13-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,839
Posted By Duende108

When you move to 50/50 trail/roads, I would...

When you move to 50/50 trail/roads, I would recommend the Rene Herse Steilacomms. Otherwise, either the Overrides or BonJon Pass will be great for ya.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-07-20, 10:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,499
Posted By Duende108

Getting to the question posed on this thread... ...

Getting to the question posed on this thread... to clutch or not to clutch.

Sounds like the answer is:

clutch is sometimes necessary for 1x and big cigs in the back (49 tooth plus)

but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-30-19, 01:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,894
Posted By Duende108

Don’t get it. Your choosing 700c over 650b...

Don’t get it. Your choosing 700c over 650b because of pedal strikes/BB height?

Width difference is minimal between all the tires sizes you mentioned.

Throw some 25mm or 28mm on the 700c...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-01-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 832
Posted By Duende108

If you're running disc brakes, I'd recommend...

If you're running disc brakes, I'd recommend Latex tubes. I think they hold up better for gravel riding. Challenge makes some larger width ones for Gravel.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-29-19, 03:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 665
Posted By Duende108

+1 Never raced cyclocross, but the Steilacooms...

+1 Never raced cyclocross, but the Steilacooms roll fast and grip well. Haven’t tried them in wet conditions though.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-28-19, 12:56 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,624
Posted By Duende108

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What did I just get for my gravel bike? A set of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-19, 11:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,790
Posted By Duende108

haha... just realized my spell changed “wider”...

haha... just realized my spell changed “wider” to “wiser”!

yeah.. I hear ya. The jury is still out for me on 650B. I definitely can see the benefits of added volume, but is it worth the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-19, 02:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,872
Posted By Duende108

Smart man... I went up to 28mm, then 35mm only...

Smart man... I went up to 28mm, then 35mm only to come back to 25mm.

Once all relevant inputs are accurately taken into consideration, it’s clear 25mm comes out on top.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-19, 02:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,790
Posted By Duende108

Those are great tires, if I had some 650b rims...

Those are great tires, if I had some 650b rims they would be my first choice. Loving the Steilacoom 700c version.

Maybe I’m in the minority, but I don’t think wiser is always necessarily better....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-07-19, 05:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,105
Posted By Duende108

Personally for an all road bike, I like the geo...

Personally for an all road bike, I like the geo of the Lynskey. It serve you better on gravel descents and won't feel sluggish on road either. The Kinisis isn't bad though by any means. Really...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-07-19, 04:01 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,105
Posted By Duende108

Check out the Mosaic GT-1. It’s a gravel bike...

Check out the Mosaic GT-1. It’s a gravel bike with road geometry. Fits 38mm tires or greater depending on your build spec.

it’s pricey, so be forewarned. But if nothing else, the reviews...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-06-19, 08:04 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,624
Posted By Duende108

Smart move! I was in a similar situation, as my...

Smart move! I was in a similar situation, as my frame only fits 38mm. My wheels are 21mm internal width and they fit perfectly. Gave me a lot more volume than my previous tires. Love them btw......
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-25-19, 11:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 13,448
Posted By Duende108

I got a slash in my Bon Jon slicks... similar...

I got a slash in my Bon Jon slicks... similar situation. In NoCal with all the rocky hills and climbs, slicks just ended up not working out for me. Went back to knobbies. Keeping the slicks for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-03-19, 03:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,704
Posted By Duende108

+1 on Lakes Their customer service sucks,...

+1 on Lakes

Their customer service sucks, but they make great shoes
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-25-16, 11:53 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,697
Posted By Duende108

Check out the Mosaic GT-1. I'm not missing my...

Check out the Mosaic GT-1. I'm not missing my road bike at all. :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-08-16, 12:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,437
Posted By Duende108

Thanks guys, my gravel bike's geometry is pretty...

Thanks guys, my gravel bike's geometry is pretty close to my road bike. Just a slightly longer wheel base created by the 47 fork rake.

Although it weighs a couple pounds more than my road bike...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-05-16, 12:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,437
Posted By Duende108

You guys using your gravel bike as a road bike...

You guys using your gravel bike as a road bike too? I have a road bike, that I'm considering selling.

Swapping out wheels came to mind as a solution to kill two birds with one stone and just...
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