Originally Posted by
sloar
I just went through this, I didn't want to spend a lot on a gravel bike because I mainly ride road. So I ended up finding a nice sale on a new 2016 Jamis Renegade Exile. I really like it, I still need to decide if I want to lower the stem. Yeah its aluminum and has 8 speed Claris and its the bottom of the line but its more than enough bike for me and I can always upgrade later if needed.
How do you like? I've got my eyes on a 2016 Jamis Exploit at the LBS. Took a test ride last night. A really plush ride. Probably not a rocket ship, but not a rocking chair either. What size do you have? They have it in a 58, but my road bike is a 56. I'm an odd body type. 5' 10" with long arms, legs, but small torso.