This is a great gravel bike. The combination of 26 inch wheels and road bike geometry works really well. BITD there were no 29ers so this combo made a lot of sense then and it still works today. I have it set up with brifters, 3 x 8 gearing (44-32-22 upfront and 11-28 in the rear) and mtb style clipless pedals.
This bike is a fine multi-day machine and gravel grinder. I've ridden my share of bikes. This is most versatile bike I've ever owned and one of the most comfortable.
