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Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational) This has to be the most physically intense sport ever invented. It's high speed bicycle racing on a short off road course or riding the off pavement rides on gravel like : "Unbound Gravel". We also have a dedicated Racing forum for the Cyclocross Hard Core Racers.

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Old 05-08-20, 02:26 PM
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The Purple Peril is nearing completion!

2020 Otso Warakin Ti frame, GRX 600 Groupset, DT Swiss C1800 wheels, WolfTooth Ti bottle cages and... well... Purple anodized components, Purple Bar tape and Purple Panaracer GravelKing SK Tires!


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Old 05-09-20, 02:26 PM
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Ritchey Swiss Cross



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It has cantis and the cranks are too long, but for $100, I'm super-happy with my first SSCX bike.

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Old 05-10-20, 08:04 PM
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Old 05-14-20, 01:27 PM
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That Schwinn is nice!
Thanks!

I think its best feature is the kickstand - for easy bike photography of course:

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My new Breezer Radar Pro with Compass Snoqualmie Pass tires.



I am thinking about buying a set of Snoqualmie Pass tires for my Hunqapillar. It will easily fit the larger Antelope Hill tires but I'm finding I agree with Jan Heine that a big wheel/tire radius detracts from handling. I love the cush of the large 50+ mm tires I've been riding but I much prefer the handling of the bike with 38mm tires.

My decision is whether to go 700 x 44 or invest in another bike and go the 650b x 47 route.
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Old 05-24-20, 03:48 AM
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My 2019 Checkpoint ALR5 baby

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I’ve only gotten a couple rides on it so far but I like it.
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Old 05-26-20, 08:53 PM
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I’ve only gotten a couple rides on it so far but I like it.
Didn't even know that I wanted that frameset. Awesome bike. What's the wheelset?

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Old 05-26-20, 08:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Mayday328
2nd Ritchey? Really nice. The green with black looks great.
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Originally Posted by antmaster5000
Didn't even know that I wanted that frameset. Awesome bike. What's the wheelset?
Reynolds ATR 650b.
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Old 05-26-20, 10:43 PM
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Originally Posted by mstateglfr
2nd Ritchey? Really nice. The green with black looks great.
I'm a sucker for Ritchey frames. They ride so nice. .
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Originally Posted by cormacf
It has cantis and the cranks are too long, but for $100, I'm super-happy with my first SSCX bike.

You scored big time. Always wanted one of those.
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Old 05-30-20, 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Mayday328
Reynolds ATR 650b.
Worth it? Currently running the stock HED Tomcats on my Diamondback Haanjo and I really like the look of these.
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They have been bombproof for me. I have had zero issue with the wheels in over two years of ownership.
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Old 06-01-20, 02:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Mayday328
I’ve only gotten a couple rides on it so far but I like it.
That ritchey is lovely white black green classic
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Old 06-05-20, 10:57 PM
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Old 06-05-20, 11:30 PM
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Old 06-06-20, 04:26 AM
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Forgive the photos it was almost dark and there long exposures but I'm excited. Just finished the fine tuning for the maiden ride tomorrow.
It's a 92-93 Giant Innova "was" flat bar hybrid turned gravel bike. I had it kicking around the shed nearly 30 years and completely restored the frame/fork then rebuilt it with many parts I had. Can't wait to ride it again the test rides down the driveway feel light handling and smooth.










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Originally Posted by jbchybridrider


that looks sharp!
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Old 06-06-20, 05:54 AM
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Originally Posted by mstateglfr
that looks sharp!
Thanks it feels like a new bike. I'll let you know how it's first ride in nearly 30 years goes tomorrow.
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Old 06-06-20, 06:43 AM
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Originally Posted by jbchybridrider
Forgive the photos it was almost dark and there long exposures but I'm excited. Just finished the fine tuning for the maiden ride tomorrow.
It's a 92-93 Giant Innova "was" flat bar hybrid turned gravel bike. I had it kicking around the shed nearly 30 years and completely restored the frame/fork then rebuilt it with many parts I had. Can't wait to ride it again the test rides down the driveway feel light handling and smooth.










Well done, looks like you nailed all the small details. It's interesting to see the proliferation lately of all these oddball brand brifters/groupsets, I'm eager to hear reviews.
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Old 06-07-20, 05:44 AM
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Originally Posted by PugRider
Well done, looks like you nailed all the small details. It's interesting to see the proliferation lately of all these oddball brand brifters/groupsets, I'm eager to hear reviews.
Thanks. The sti's are SENSAH Ignite which is there "ultegra" level but 9 speed group. Empire is there top line, look like Shimano copy's, shift like Sram. They worked flawlessly today and feel and look top quality in the hands. Shifting feels light sharp and spot on, if there's a minor "very minor" gripe is while braking on the tops it's possible to accidentally shift a gear at the rear, I didn't do it but felt it could happen.
Near the end of ride the chain didn't go down to the small ring on the front once then once dropped the chain off the small ring at the front but think that's related to using a old mtb derailleur with compact crank. It was working great though so I'll have a close look tomorrow. The sti's only cost me $108 aus, they'll be much cheaper in the states so think there a great buy.
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Old 06-07-20, 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by jbchybridrider
Thanks. The sti's are SENSAH Ignite which is there "ultegra" level but 9 speed group. Empire is there top line, look like Shimano copy's, shift like Sram. They worked flawlessly today and feel and look top quality in the hands. Shifting feels light sharp and spot on, if there's a minor "very minor" gripe is while braking on the tops it's possible to accidentally shift a gear at the rear, I didn't do it but felt it could happen.
Near the end of ride the chain didn't go down to the small ring on the front once then once dropped the chain off the small ring at the front but think that's related to using a old mtb derailleur with compact crank. It was working great though so I'll have a close look tomorrow. The sti's only cost me $108 aus, they'll be much cheaper in the states so think there a great buy.
Just an FYI, I watched this yesterday:
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