r/gravelcycling

Since last week, there is another Terra Race out in the wild. For anyone who is still hesitating, don’t — it is an absolute rocket! The SRAM Force AXS build, as shown in the photos, with a few modifications, weighs in at just 7.8 kg/17.19LBS including pedals, bottle cages, and sealant for a size medium. What impresses me most is the combination of comfort and stability, while still delivering a very direct, playful, and lightweight riding experience. I’m really curious how this bike rides as a road bike. I wouldn’t be surprised if it turns out to be a great too.

I am so happy I still got one of those. Love the colours ❤️

Reserve has announced the aero wheelset on their website as they now classify the 40|44 GR as their endurance gravel wheelset.

Similar specs to other aero wheelsets on the market.

• Weight: DT 180 - 1433g , DT 350 - 1528g
• Internal Width: 30mm
• External Width: 44mm
• Bead Width: 4.5mm
• Rim Depth: 48mm/53mm
• Recommended Tire Dimensions 40 to 57mm

I retired my 2022 diverge comp carbon after roughly 8200 miles, and migrated most parts over to crux 5 frame. Loving the new bike, and the roval terra cockpit.

I was out for a fun 4th of July MTB ride and I left from my house, which had about 5 miles of public road (3.5 mi being gravel) before getting to the trailhead.

Anyways, on my return from the trail I am back on the gravel road and have a mile or so left of gravel when I encounter a group of horseback riders. I’m on a decent, I know this trail/road and there is an outfitter that gives tourists a guide-led ride on this road. So I figure it’s one of them or maybe a family for a ride. I let the back of the group know I’m there, approach slowly and am on the opposite side of the road.

I’ve grown up in Montana and know horses, I spooked one a bit and said sorry , but the guide stops me a bit aggressively, he rides on and I’m like why isn’t he halting? I know a ride like this just needs the leader to stop and boom the rest would to.

Anyways, it’s all on the video, that’s how I felt when it happened. I was shook by this guy and I literally ran high school track exercises up this hill as a kid (I’m 36 now).

What do y’all think? Was I in the wrong? Should I talk to someone about this? There’s a local Facebook group I could always add it too.

Thanks y’all for your thoughts.

Happy fourth and happy riding!!!

Edit: wow this blew up!! Thanks for all your comments and feedback. Yes, I could have announced better, but on a road, not legally required.

I know the company this guy works for. I’m going to do the considerate thing and contact his employers and explain the situation. If they are willing to listen and reprimand him—okay. But if they ignore me or are just straight up rude, I think I’ll report the incident to the police and post on local Facebook pages.

Thanks again y’all.

Ride safe, have fun, and put out the positive vibes.

I just finished a great ride in this area, the Pyrenees are so beautiful! And I happened to see part of the Tour de France yesterday as they were passing through.

Anyone got any ride recommendations in the area?

If I can't be sarcastic in the title about what this bike is and how I'm riding it, we've lost the plot.

I hadn’t rode a bike since a child. This past month I picked up a couple bikes, one being a 2022 model Salsa Journeyer Apex. I had taken it to a local bike shop for some upgrades and got it back this week (Thanks to Taylor Bike Company!). I had added some new handlebar tape, pedals, a bottle cage, and some new tires. I have been loving my evening rides with said upgrades! Considering some more upgrades in the future, one being upgrading brakes from the current disc brakes and new saddle. I’m planning on joining some local gravel group rides to gain more confidence. I’m also hoping to sign up for some gravel races in the future. Does anyone have any gravel races in Texas, preferably central, that are a must for me to try? Thanks!

Super excited to finally have this. Been in the works for a bit. Keystone Bicycle Co. in Philadelphia is truly the best.

Fire and Ice loop on southern WA

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50811741

43 miles, that was tough, but fun as hell!! I hit ALMOST 27 mph a few times. Unnerving at first, but damn it was fun by the last one!!

After finding at a yard sale for $30 I have now dumped close to $200 into it. Was it worth it? Probably not, but it is a damn good city/light trail bike.

Upgrades: (so far 🤣)

Stem (amazon funn)

Bars (amazon bucklos)

Bull horns (specialized)

Lights (amazon ridetech)

Twist Shifters (amazon bucklos)

Grips (LBS ODI Trimable)

Brake rotors (amazon bucklos)

Brake calipers (Hayes Mechanical)

Tires (amazon 29x2.4 gravel tires)

Oh and a dollar store bike bell 🤣

Going to still want to swap cranks for a nicer 3x or 2x system and upgrade rear cassette/derailleur for a 9 or 10 speed. Currently a 3x8 what would y'all recommend? Not building a bomber, just a nice commuter/gravel rig.

I'm going to be visiting family in Boulder and figured I'd ride Far Out Gravel #1 while I'm in town.

Planning on doing the 100 mile route. I've ridden in Boulder a bit (eg., climbed up to Gold Hill) and I've done 100mi/10K' rides before — but I'm going to be coming from sea level so I expect to get my ass kicked, lol.

Has anyone done this event before? And/or planning on doing it this year? Any reviews or thoughts?

Also would appreciate any advice on the terrain and tire recommendations from folks who know the area. I'm running GravelKing SS 45's right now, but wondering if I should put on some 50's or 55's. Maybe Caracal Race or G-One's or something like that.