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Forum: Commuting
10-26-20, 11:08 AM
Replies: 614
Views: 134,995
Posted By timebomb

Just did my first commute to work in my life and...

Just did my first commute to work in my life and it was great! It was only 2.5 miles but it's a much more fun way to start the day.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-09-20, 08:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,555
Posted By timebomb

There are a few 1x entry level gravel bikes: ...

There are a few 1x entry level gravel bikes:

https://www.poseidonbike.com/products/redwood...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-07-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,998
Posted By timebomb

I've heard good things about these:...

I've heard good things about these: https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/products/supple-bar-tape?variant=32376187519011
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-16-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 36,761
Posted By timebomb

I'm in the midwest. We went down to one car since...

I'm in the midwest. We went down to one car since and my commute is less than 3 miles. I figure even on the coldest days I can make that work. I actually don't have a bike yet but I've narrowed it...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-15-20, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,855
Posted By timebomb

Thanks for the info! I'll check back on this...

Thanks for the info! I'll check back on this thread as winter rolls around to see how you're liking them in that weather.
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-14-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,855
Posted By timebomb

Have you had a chance to test these out yet? I'm...

Have you had a chance to test these out yet? I'm curious to see how well they perform for you.
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-14-20, 08:14 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 85,635
Posted By timebomb

Is the info that was on that site available...

Is the info that was on that site available elsewhere? I'd love some tips on winter biking as this will be my first season doing so and midwest winters are pretty harsh.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-14-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Well, my top two bikes ended up being the Marin...

Well, my top two bikes ended up being the Marin Nicasio + and the State All-Road. Each have a steel frame, 650b wheels, drop bars, mechanical disc brakes, and mounts for a rear rack. Here's how each...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-14-20, 03:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Not a bad idea but I don't know what I want in a...

Not a bad idea but I don't know what I want in a frameset yet. I think this could be a good option for me in the future though.
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-14-20, 03:04 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 36,761
Posted By timebomb

I'll be trying it for the first time this winter.

I'll be trying it for the first time this winter.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-14-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 437,917
Posted By timebomb

Just curious: where is this? Do you have pic of...

Just curious: where is this? Do you have pic of the other house?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-11-20, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,816
Posted By timebomb

Topeak makes one but I can't post links. Search...

Topeak makes one but I can't post links. Search "Topeak BABYSEAT II"
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-04-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Checked out the Rove AL 650 and it looks like...

Checked out the Rove AL 650 and it looks like another good option. I want to try all the bikes on my list but especially these aluminum frames. I haven't ridden one before and woud love to feel what...
Forum: Commuting
09-03-20, 09:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,720
Posted By timebomb

What issues were you running into with the...

What issues were you running into with the Horizons that you wanted to move on from them and try the Teravail Rampart Light and Supple? Also, how did you decide on the Teravails as opposed to the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-03-20, 04:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Good idea! I think used bikes are selling at a...

Good idea! I think used bikes are selling at a premium right now but I’ll keep an eye out anyway.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-02-20, 08:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Kilo sounds promising. I’ll keep an eye out for...

Kilo sounds promising. I’ll keep an eye out for it. I like the look of flat top tubes; is there a disadvantage to them, though?


I won’t be able to try out the State which is my front runner...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-02-20, 07:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

I ended up finding and using bikeinsights which...

I ended up finding and using bikeinsights which had the geometries pre-loaded which was really helpful. I did type in bikegeo dot net and it works now. I like how you can compare 3 bikes on bikegeo...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-01-20, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Yeah I should do that. Thanks! I looked...

Yeah I should do that. Thanks!


I looked up the Salsa Journeyman and that's a great suggestion! I am leaning towardsa 650b tire and mechanical disc brakes so this is great. I guess I'm coming in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-31-20, 08:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,189
Posted By timebomb

Never felt so good riding a bike. Help me find something similar!

Wanted to get my first "real" bike (I've only ridden hi-tensile steel bikes in the past) so I stopped by a local shop. I was only browsing and started asking about the bikes and the salesperson...
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