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Update: I generally still love this bike. It had everything I wanted, looks good, and I'm having fun. So much in fact, that I've planned a 60 mile ride for Saturday morning with the temps in the mid-40s. What am I…
@nubster What did you set up for wheels? Was it for added strength?
Update Longest ride has been 40 miles so far. I came across a pretty good deal on the Diamondback Haanjo Comp, so I went for it!! I've only had a couple of short shakedown rides and so far so good. I love the matte…
I think I've convinced myself to not spend any $ until I've ridden at least 65 miles on gravel in one ride. The gravel race is what got me looking, so no rewards until I've accomplished a similar ride. Wish me luck!
Finnyct90 wrote: I read down through this thread and after a little thought, if your Crossroads fits you, you already have a great gravel bike! I have one of the older steel versions of the crossroads, Great frame, I…
Just a had a great talk with a different LBS than I've been to. More important to get riding, rode a few, but the Jamis Renegade Exile might be the one to get me going.
namdoogttam wrote: Throwing in my $0.02 I'd say look for something that's a year or two old, but well maintained. You'll get a lot more bike for your money. And get it sooner than later so that you can start to get a…
Slim wrote: Check the following: Tire clearance. What pressures are you running in the tires on your Crossroads (those are 38mm tires)? Yes, they are 38m tires. I was running 100 psi after working through all my flat…
AlanEsh wrote: Hi Craig! Fellow Iowan here... and also of the Clydesdale size (6'3 230lbs) I bought a Raleigh Willard 2 at Rasmussen last spring and have been pleased with it and with the shop; Greg Rasmussen aims to…
@RoverAl - yup, those were front runners, but I don't like the service at the LBS that sells them. I will check to see if I have other options, though.
Hmmm, yeah, one of my hard-core friends (is currently riding Trans Iowa), recommends getting tires in the 40 range. He says they will work better on gravel for a person my size. However, most I'm looking at seem to fit…
Background: I started riding again a few weeks ago after many years of doing nothing. I'm 6'3" and ~300lbs. Current bike: Specialized Crossroads elite, circa 2002, very similar to this:…