Originally Posted by
onlybirdman
Hi All,
I've been considering the Gen 3 Domane or a titanium gravel bike that can take up to 40mm tires. I've heard that once the tire pressure decreased to a certain point, the IsoSpeed's contribution to comfort is relatively negligible. The gravel trail next to my house has many bridge joints, gaps, and other sharp bumps that jolts my MUD pretty good. A ti gravel bike would be more versatile. While I would definitely trade versatility for IsoSpeed's comfort, but not if it is negligible with 38 or 40mm tires. Would like to know everyone's thoughts on that. Thanks!
If you can live with the tire size limits and geometry of the Domane, then why not use it as a gravel bike? You need to read through Emilio700’s thread, very interesting. If you must have the tire clearance and geometry of a true gravel bike then look elsewhere. I’ve already crossed light gravel to get to another wonderful chip and seal road without any issues. This is why I bought my Domane.