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Not sure how to answer that. There are a lot of options.

Absolutely. I just did Unbound a few weeks ago and it definitely helped. I love it. Thanks for the comment!

Not sure. I would check the manufacturers max tire size for that frame. Whatever it says, you can usually go 3+mm or so over that.

Thanks man!! Glad I got to connect with y'all (and through Strava and UA-cam). Just got home a few hours ago lol

Good stuff. I just swapped out for the 45mm's for Unbound in a couple of weeks. Have to go as wide as possible as it's the north course this year.

Everything in the video was the stock setup. Seats are personal preference and based on your sit bone measurements, so what works for someone else might not work for you. The frame size is dependent on your reach, stand over height etc. Again, so personal to you. Get measured up by your local bike shop. Make the choice that's right for you.

It's pronounced Cheen-ter-rato, despite the spelling.

Thanks. Just giving high level reference of what the bike name means.

@@BIIIKES come ride it!!! Love the bike. I have regular ALR5 and am quite jealous of the lovely Driftless model.

I would LOVE to, haha. I want to bring my wife out there for a tour of HQ. If I head out that way I'll come back to this message and let you know!!

It's a little pricey, but I think it's definitely worth it. You really notice the difference in comfort during longer, endurance rides. I won't ride without one now.

@@BIIIKES Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm a newbie, and am trying to decide between a 29" hardtail, fat bike hardtail or rigid fat bike. I like the idea of no suspension to keep things simple, and therefore looking for other ways to add comfort.

I don't think you could go wrong with any of those. Personally, I would maybe lean towards the fat bike with the front fork (if you're truly set on owning a fat bike). You can always lock it out if you need to. A fully rigid fat bike is fun too though (what I own). These are called, "good problems." 😂🤘

@@BIIIKES Thanks. Have a nice day!

Hello! I've only tried the 40mm and 45mm sizes. I personally wouldn't do anything smaller than 40mm. My personal preference.

Love the comment!!!! Cheers!!

​@@BIIIKES Cheers to you too mate! 👍👋

Both are great bikes. If there's any off road to your commute, or if you decide to venture off, the dual sport will definitely be more comfortable... but can't go wrong with either!

⁠@@BIIIKESI plan to ride 80% on pavement and 20% light off road. In this scenario would you think the fx would be a better choice? Also, do you know about the seating position, would it not be too stiff for the back for the fx bike? Anyhow, I’m planing to visit my local bike shop this weekend, fingers crossed that they both are in stock.

I think the Dual Sport and the bigger tires might feel a little more plush overall, but neither will be a bad choice. Both are upright riding positions, and super relaxed and comfortable.

Thanks for the input, really helpful!

Very welcome!! Keep me posted 🤙

Thanks!

I've already swapped it for an slx 11-42! Great feedback as I noticed the same thing!

I had the Framed first. I'm actually a Trek guy, haha. State reached out and offered the ambassadorship program. Discounts on products, etc. I own a few of their themed jerseys etc. Fun brand!

Yo JT!! Haha, we had like 2 snow days here in Delaware. I had to take advantage!

Hell yeah you do! So much fun 🤘

@@BIIIKES we never even got our trails groomed this year. Such a bummer.

Oh no... This was the first time it snowed in almost 3 years where I live. I had zero idea my local state park even groomed them!

@@BIIIKES this is the first time in my 47 years that we haven’t had enough snow. I live in southern Minnesota

Oh wow!

Good points, Sage 🤘 I was going to head out to White Clay the next day, but it started melting lol. I'm really enjoying this fat bike! And you're right, you can zoom on that thing. Fat bikes definitely don't equal "slowww."

Ok!! I'll put something together 🤘

Hello!! I kept around 39 psi rear 37 front. All personal preference and catered to the terrain for that day. 👍

Haha!! Quite the rabbit hole! Welcome though 😂

Thanks man! I did the Plenty 90 the year prior (turned into 100 lol) and I've never had issues with cell service either time. I have T-Mobile, and actually had 5G for most of the ride. The music you could hear the second half of my ride was all streaming over cell data.

@@BIIIKES good to know, I appreciate it!

Yessir! Keep me posted if you sign up 💪

​@@BIIIKES I ended up doing the same Proper 54 ride you did, it certainly kicked my ass. That first extended climb after entering Bald Eagle really toasted my quads. Humbling experience! Awesome descents though. My biggest mistake was not packing enough water, I was having pretty bad cramping.

Yeah, the 3 mile Jones MTN climb is a true humbler. 3 miles avg'ing 9.7% grade is no joke lol.

Probably 50/50

What is the elevation gain? Do they mark the turns or do you need to use GPS?

@@marccovitz5289 6k climbing

This one was 34 miles, 2500 ft.

My buddy runs them and loves them. I am doing Unbound this year and may switch over.

Yeah, I get that. I ride some pretty hilly stuff (for me), So I enjoy it. Always gravel, never road. 42/42 might be better for most on this bike. Good comment!

650b, 47mm WTB Ventures 🤘

Real life, man! Hahahaha

Yesss! Just got some snow here today and earlier this week. Goal is to do a fat bike ride this Sunday (and film it) 🤘

You get a lot of bike for the price. Also, just realize that everything on that bike is upgradable. The difference between a moderate and top tier groupset has never been closer. I would spend the money to upgrade the wheels over a groupset, at least at first.

You're so welcome!

If that's what you bring to rides, then have fun and ride what you brung! Good luck getting replacement parts though.

@@BIIIKES very easy for replacement parts. You can find everything. I love my Trek Lync 5, as well. But Trek tends to put too much proprietary parts on their new bikes.

I own 9 Treks lol. Which parts are proprietary? Knock Block etc are removable.

@@BIIIKES duo trap, brackets on bars, some racks, the internal lighting, on the nicer Treks. Downside of cheap Treks are the free hub not a cassette.

I guess you're right, haha.

Hey! All of the ride links are here: gropromotions.com/unpaved/ I did the 100 last year, the 54 this year. Have a great time if you come out 🤘

@@BIIIKES thanks man! I just got a gravel bike and I live about an hour from West Chester. I will definitely have to sign up for next year.

Another good one for you to try is the Brandywine Valley Roubaix. It starts about 5 minutes from Longwood Gardens. Check out my latest BVR video too. Fun race. It was my first gravel race a couple years ago after I got my first gravel bike as well. Good luck brother!

I had issues with a wheel as well (I talk about it in my last R5 video). Instead of waiting for a replacement set,, I had them credit me the cost towards a new set I purchased myself. Hitting up a few of their senior management staff on social helped as well (LinkedIn, etc).

Hey, I say go for it. Yes. It's a bit easier to fit a Tubolito tube rather than the standard rubber tube, but yes. I typically keep emergency snacks in there and keep a tube in my seat bag, but it's up to you! 🤘

Absolutely! My wife has an R2 (my daughter will be learning gravel on it, too). Thanks for watching and keep me posted on your bike!

Really fun place! Short punchy climbs.

Much lower. Just realize I removed the 2x and built it up with a 1x. The GRX 1x comes with a 38 front 42 rear. I made it a 38 front 51 rear. I absolutely love it.

@BIIIKES I might go with that set up!

Thanks Sean!! Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🤘

The music stops about 2 minutes in before I give a thorough walkthrough of it. You know, the important part of the video. Thanks for watching. You can check out part 2 of the build if you want as well. It's free, just like this one.

@BIIIKES i enjoyed part 2 good upgrades, surprised it was still under 20lbs

22 lbs

Trek SL 5 frame but I custom built it with all of my own components (6:22) and (48:00). Check my channel for the bike check video where I explain it all 🙂🤙

@BIIIKES thanks! I'm just trying to decide between a polygon bend r2 and trek checkpoint to use for 60km-90km rides I'm new to gravel always done mountain biking. Any recommendations?

Haha, ironically I have a Bend R2 in my basement right now (was my wife's until I bought her a Checkpoint AL5) and my first gravel bike was the Bend R5 (videos of that on my channel as well). I would say Checkpoint only because of the frame (it's a Trek) and the components. The GRX system is a much better (and lighter) groupset than the Shimano Sora that comes on the R2 (no clutch either on the Sora either). The brakes on the Checkpoint are hydraulic disc brakes rather than mechanical disc (night and day difference, especially in inclement weather). I love Polygon bikes, but Trek just makes an incredible bike and the support they give is ridiculously good.

Awesome thanks heaps!

​​@@ajhoffmann24Both bikes are amazing, no matter which one you eventually get. Here's a video of me on the Bend R5, and my wife on the R2 (in teal). You can see we're both still ripping it up on the gravel 😋🤙 ua-cam.com/video/Ds_YgemaCbI/v-deo.htmlsi=UZwrjyAfNlz6MDcB

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2021 - rain/mud 2022 - 28 degrees at the start! 2023 - winnnnnnnd All good times!

Yeah, I've come to really like them so far. 🤘

Yes!!! Sure is. Thanks for watching man

Nice! Yes, I have to admit, I use the dropper on my gravel bike more often just to easily get on and off the bike, haha, but it's really nice on steeper descents. Thanks for watching! You have a fantastic bike 🤘

Spacer is 1.8mm thick. Pretty common. 🤘 Good luck!

What long cage did you run? I can’t catch it

Garbaruk long cage. Make sure you get the one compatible for your derailleur. I have a Shimano GRX 812, made for 1x systems

Thanks brotha 🤘I wanted to make this one you could possibly share to showcase the 54. Great route.