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01-24-23, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 452
Posted By gravelED

Speedplay X series pedal users need new cleats?

As a lifelong Speedplay X/2 series pedal user, I wanted to put this out there for any other Speedplay X series users that might have worn out their cleats and realized that replacement cleats are...
09-08-21, 01:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,198
Posted By gravelED

While not in San Diego, check out Element 6 in...

While not in San Diego, check out Element 6 in Costa Mesa. They did a great repair on my Giant Revolt.
05-12-21, 04:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,157
Posted By gravelED

A few possible reasons for the issue on this...

A few possible reasons for the issue on this brand new bike. 1. Factory tightened down the bolts too tlght. 2. Improperly set rivnut and/or damaged rivnut (cross threaded,etc.) or 3. Carbon layup out...
05-06-21, 12:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,157
Posted By gravelED

Maybe I'm describing the problem wrong. The bolt...

Maybe I'm describing the problem wrong. The bolt cannot be removed. When you attempt to tighten or loosen the bolt, it just spins with the rivnut. The video makes the repair look easy, but in this...
05-06-21, 11:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,157
Posted By gravelED

The bolt spins in place, you can neither loosen...

The bolt spins in place, you can neither loosen or tighten it. I believe the repair would require drilling out the bolt to gain access to the rivnut to tighten.
05-06-21, 10:09 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,157
Posted By gravelED

Here is what I found for the Giant warranty: ...

Here is what I found for the Giant warranty:

"Unless otherwise provided, the sole remedy under the above warranty, or any implied warranty, is limited to the replacement of defective parts with...
05-06-21, 09:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,157
Posted By gravelED

Excellent point Indyfabz! I'm going to go read...

Excellent point Indyfabz! I'm going to go read the warranty now, Thanks!!!
05-06-21, 09:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,157
Posted By gravelED

Giant Warranty issue on brand new bike

Short story: Brand new 2021 Giant Revolt has spun bottle cage rivnut, Giant warranty is offering $30 labor credit to LBS to repair or possibly the option of a 2020 frameset replacement (no choice in...
12-10-20, 01:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,419
Posted By gravelED

Yes, I have the AGX. Great bar. I run it on my...

Yes, I have the AGX. Great bar. I run it on my Aspero, replaced the Specialized Hover Flare I used previously (which is a pretty good alloy bar with a good shape).
11-30-20, 04:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,419
Posted By gravelED

FSA AGX, mild flare, but has Di2 routing and a...

FSA AGX, mild flare, but has Di2 routing and a nice short drop
09-24-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 27,922
Posted By gravelED

I have a Wheels Mfg thread together BB in mine,...

I have a Wheels Mfg thread together BB in mine, it's been completely trouble and sqeak free for about a year now.
08-12-20, 09:21 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,330
Posted By gravelED

Really depends on terrain, but another fan of the...

Really depends on terrain, but another fan of the Conti 5000TL 700x32. I have three wheelsets that I switch around based on what I plan to ride. I don't have a true road bike, so my Aspero is my road...
08-03-20, 07:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,101
Posted By gravelED

Aspero fits a 34t round chainring, yes. I'm...

Aspero fits a 34t round chainring, yes. I'm currently running GRX 48/31, but what I really want to run is Absolute Black Oval chainrings, neither their 48 sub compact or 50 compact rings will work on...
07-30-20, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,101
Posted By gravelED

That build is pretty sweet! I'm really...

That build is pretty sweet!

I'm really thinking about selling my Aspero since I can't get the gearing of my choice on it (48/31 or 50/30 AB Oval with 11/34) and getting a Revolt.
07-30-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,741
Posted By gravelED

Those should be great for your intended purpose....

Those should be great for your intended purpose. I'd go with the WR38 for the wider internal width, but that's me. FWIW, I've got two sets of carbon wheels nearly identical in build from BTLOS and...
07-29-20, 10:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,101
Posted By gravelED

2021 Revolt specs are now on Giant's website....

2021 Revolt specs are now on Giant's website. Looks like some different colors and GRX options, but nothing has changed on the frame/fork.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-20, 01:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,627
Posted By gravelED

I was lucky and found a local bike shop that had...

I was lucky and found a local bike shop that had one set of X/2 pedals and a pair of cleats in stock, so I purchased both. My old pair of cleats will be replaced today and I'll have a spare set. For...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,627
Posted By gravelED

Any updates on this? Anyone know of a source for...

Any updates on this? Anyone know of a source for X series cleats? I found a bike shop out of state that apparently has X cleats in stock, but because of "brand requirements" is unable to ship them to...
02-28-20, 10:55 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,725
Posted By gravelED

My Aspero is both my gravel bike and road bike, I...

My Aspero is both my gravel bike and road bike, I just swap wheels. The geometry feels more 'Road' than 'Gravel' , but it handles both very well. As TangerineOwl mentioned, the Giant Defy is another...
02-19-20, 12:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,968
Posted By gravelED

I've had the Aspero for a few months now and...

I've had the Aspero for a few months now and really love it as it is my Road bike and Gravel bike. It really can do it all, I just swap wheels for the terrain. The ride reminds me of my Giant TCR,...
02-18-20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,972
Posted By gravelED

I don't know what grade of carbon fiber are used...

I don't know what grade of carbon fiber are used on these, but my frame (54cm) was plenty stiff (I''m just under 200 lbs). I had no problems other than the paint chipping, but that was because I...
02-18-20, 02:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,972
Posted By gravelED

I rode one (505) for about a year, great frame...

I rode one (505) for about a year, great frame for the price, but...
Don't waste your time with the cheap headset, axles, or seatpost. If you decide to get one, just buy the frameset and purchase...
12-12-19, 03:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,722
Posted By gravelED

Are you sure about the 1625 gram weight on the...

Are you sure about the 1625 gram weight on the GRX wheels? Performance bike has them listed at 1815 grams, Shimano says 951 for the rear and 769 for the front, making it 1720 for the set.
12-11-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,199
Posted By gravelED

I recently installed a GRX 48/31 crankset on my...

I recently installed a GRX 48/31 crankset on my new Aspero. I previously had Absolute Black 48/32 oval rings combined with 11-34 on my Carbonda 505 and really liked that setup as it allows plenty of...
12-02-19, 06:06 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 58,146
Posted By gravelED

I also noticed that the stuff from bluesky...

I also noticed that the stuff from bluesky appears to be a different, the labels are different. I just sent an email to Squirt as I'm a bit disappointed in the gumminess of these.
11-13-19, 06:34 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 27,922
Posted By gravelED

Picked up a 54cm Aspero and swapped all my parts...

Picked up a 54cm Aspero and swapped all my parts over from my Carbonda 505. I've got 3 rides on it so far, all incorporating tons of dirt that some might say are "MTB trails", and it's handled it...
11-13-19, 06:28 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 58,146
Posted By gravelED

Squirt chain lube $3.98 for 4oz ...

Squirt chain lube $3.98 for 4oz
https://blueskycycling.com/collections/squirt/products/squirt-long-lasting-dry-chain-lube-4oz

When applied correctly, this stuff works great and keeps your chain...
10-31-19, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,331
Posted By gravelED

Seems like a dedicated FS-XC-MTB is going to be...

Seems like a dedicated FS-XC-MTB is going to be better in almost any situation compared to this, unless you truly want a drop bar MTB.
08-29-19, 04:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 27,922
Posted By gravelED

Any reviews of the Aspero yet (besides media...

Any reviews of the Aspero yet (besides media reviews)? Media reviews didn't say much about the ride with the one exception being Peleton magazine which said it was the best gravel bike they have ever...
08-19-19, 06:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,978
Posted By gravelED

Nice! What drivetrain is going on it?

Nice! What drivetrain is going on it?
07-23-19, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,507
Posted By gravelED

Nice review chas58, I was wondering if these have...

Nice review chas58, I was wondering if these have grown any or are they still 33mm on 22mm ID rims?
07-18-19, 10:08 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 27,922
Posted By gravelED

I really like what Cervelo did with this one,...

I really like what Cervelo did with this one, geometry is pretty nice. I could see this as a replacement for both my road bike and gravel bike.
07-13-19, 08:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,868
Posted By gravelED

I really like the Specialized Hover Flare bar....

I really like the Specialized Hover Flare bar. The shallow drop and flare make a huge difference when riding in the drops during technical descents. Like Dsaul, I will also be putting a flared bar on...
06-28-19, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,945
Posted By gravelED

Flume trail?? I've ridden it on MTB years ago, I...

Flume trail?? I've ridden it on MTB years ago, I think it is doable on a Gravel bike.

https://flumetrailtahoe.com/trail-info/
06-26-19, 05:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,610
Posted By gravelED

The Revolt is a nice bike, but that slack head...

The Revolt is a nice bike, but that slack head angle? For me, I want a gravel bike to handle more like a road bike with bigger tire clearance instead of a mountain bike with a rigid fork and drop...
06-25-19, 04:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,610
Posted By gravelED

New Pivot Vault

Looks like Pivot did some fine tuning on their Vault. I like the short 420 chainstays and massive tire clearance. What do you think?

https://www.pivotcycles.com/en/bike-vault-v4-1#feature-link
...
06-24-19, 06:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,157
Posted By gravelED

I did an 80 mile river trail road ride loop on my...

I did an 80 mile river trail road ride loop on my Challenge Strada Bianca's yesterday. I'm really impressed with these tires, they roll very fast on pavement for a large volume gravel ready tire.
06-13-19, 06:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,010
Posted By gravelED

No experience with the Hunt 650b wheelset, but I...

No experience with the Hunt 650b wheelset, but I did run a set of XTR 650b wheelset (now up for sale) for a while. I rode them over all types of terrain with both WTB Byways 47 semi-slicks and...
06-13-19, 06:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 16,131
Posted By gravelED

Are you running the RX clutched rear derailleur?...

Are you running the RX clutched rear derailleur? If so, could that be the culprit? I ask because I'm running Ultegra 6800 with the Absolute Black oval rings (11-34/48/32) and recently my drivetrain...
06-13-19, 02:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,157
Posted By gravelED

The Strada Bianca TLR should be perfect for the...

The Strada Bianca TLR should be perfect for the terrain you are describing. They are my all road, light gravel setup now. Mounted on 22mm internal rims, mine measure nearly 39mm now and roll very...
05-03-19, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,344
Posted By gravelED

Unfortunately for me, I'm not doing it this year,...

Unfortunately for me, I'm not doing it this year, but I've done the Wafer twice. Both times I rode 700x30 Challenge Strada Bianca tires (tubed). Both Waffle and Wafer are mostly road, so a fast and...
04-24-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,558
Posted By gravelED

I ran the Byways for a while, but also wanted...

I ran the Byways for a while, but also wanted more traction. I went with the Panaracer Gravel King SK 650bx48. I also run the same tire in 700x43. The 700's feel a lot faster on both road and dirt....
04-23-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,566
Posted By gravelED

Panaracer Gravel King SK in both 650bx48 and...

Panaracer Gravel King SK in both 650bx48 and 700x43 for rides that include a lot of dirt, but recently I've been doing rides that have a higher percentage of road vs. dirt on new Challenge Strada...
04-23-19, 09:40 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 13,294
Posted By gravelED

Beautiful bike. How do you like the Mavic wheels?...

Beautiful bike. How do you like the Mavic wheels? I was looking at getting a set
04-11-19, 09:37 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,217
Posted By gravelED

Gravel to me is riding my bike on any road, trail...

Gravel to me is riding my bike on any road, trail or path including everything from smooth paved roads to rocky MTB singletrack, it's riding everything on one bike with a grin on my face.
04-10-19, 09:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,905
Posted By gravelED

Right under your budget ($999) check out the Otso...

Right under your budget ($999) check out the Otso Waheela S (Steel). Reynolds 520, massive tire clearance and innovative adjustable chainstay design. I really like the geometry on this one, however...
04-10-19, 09:54 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 58,146
Posted By gravelED

3T Discus C35 Pro Wheelset $219 at Chain Reaction...

3T Discus C35 Pro Wheelset $219 at Chain Reaction Cycles (use code CLEAR2019)

https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/3t-discus-c35-pro-wheelset/rp-prod147181

Incredible price for a versatile...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-19, 06:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 14,560
Posted By gravelED

Nice build! How is the ride? What tires/size are...

Nice build! How is the ride? What tires/size are those and how much clearance do you have?
04-01-19, 09:46 AM
Replies: 5,442
Views: 3,868,650
Posted By gravelED

Carbonda 505 with Ultegra 6800 hydro. Road/Dirt...

Carbonda 505 with Ultegra 6800 hydro. Road/Dirt setup (700x36 Challenge Strada Bianca TLR), but I have two other wheelsets including XTR 650B with Panaracer 650x48. This bike can do it all.
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