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I agree they should be pulled out after the ride. Don't forget to top off sealant.
When I was in my 40s I could do only about 210 W for an hour on a rowing machine but I could climb double-digit grades in a 42-19 gear standing at a low cadence. 30 years later I'm much slower but still don't need…
I have a 2x9 setup which I made sure works in all combinations for safety reasons. After getting old and suffering a couple of semi-major crashes I no longer ride fast so I don't need small cogs. Also I can climb the…
For all kinds of reasons the small/small combination should be avoided. I don't intentionally use any cog in the small half of my cassette with the small chainring. Absolutely, but it is good to have for the…
Could you just change to the GRX 48/31 cranks/chainrings for some more top end speed with the 11-40 or 11-46 cassette? ...I haven’t tried it, but there’s a post on Reddit: "I'm currently running 48/31 with 11-46 11…
I have always found 46x11 lacking for fast descents. Now that Shimano offers 12-speed gruppos with a 10, my dream has come thru, except of course that the GRX cassette is a 10-36. Much of my gravel riding includes…
My dream setup might be possible: Shimano 2x12 with a 10-45. I am going to start a new thread for this.
Hello! I do have a Cannondale Topstone 2 2021 Gravel Bike. From its original drivetrain configuration I did change 11-34 10speed cassette for a 11-40 10speed and it runs without issues - even chain crossing (not…
Suspension is for MTB’s. Gravel bikes with the right tyres at the correct pressure are the only suspension needed. If you need an extreme bike packing setup and want suspension, go for a hardtail MTB. I disagree.…
I wish Cannondale would reincarnate its Headshock and offer a gravel bike with it.
These are the best of both worlds, and they are on all my bikes...there are a couple of versions, mostly about cost and weight. Double-sided, reliable MPD pedals but with extra foot/ankle support for stability. Also…
As I mentioned, after my third puncture, I gave up on Thundero and went back to Continental Terra Speeds -- 300 miles now, not even a weep.
imwjl wrote: I've repeated two particular rides many times with associates who've had tires BRR rates better to see their Schwalbe and RH models did not roll ahead of me on smooth pavement or did not do that in a way…
abcspjbjd wrote: I've been running the Thunderoo (thanks John Z and Volsung) 44's on the Spinergy GXX wheels most of the time since I did this initial post. I'm a big guy, 6'1" 225 and run 37 psi in the front tire and…
Volsung wrote: Can't unsee that typo and now I'll always call them that. Lol. Visual indication of my frustration...
I am done with Thunderoos. Another flat. Just ordered Terra Speeds, which never caused me any problems save for being a tight mount.
Mark; Thanks for the video! Not only is it beautiful, but is good testament for the tires and my bad luck, lol.
My second consecutive ride that was most gravel/singletrack with no issues. But tomorrow brings a long ride with 80% being back roads. I keep my fingers crossed.
On my second ride, the exact same thing happened: puncture near the ride's end, on pavement. Another loud hiss with some sealant loss, but it did seal the puncture; Continental sealant. Tuesday, I did a 50 mile, 100%…
mytrilife wrote: I have some solid time on my Thundero/Speedero mix now. They were solid for BWR BC last week, including some fairly rooty and rocky sections. The biggest test of them yet. And of course, they are…