I don't know anything about gravel bikes or road bikes, nor wieght weenie stuff, I'm a large ape that rides a hardtail in the black hills of south Dakota, but this is one of my favorite bicycle channels. Hands down.
Dude a hardtail is the only bike you will ever need. It isnt the best choice in all situation but can definitely handle pretty much anything, road, gravel, trails, dirtjumping anything you name, it does it.
Love the humor and personality! Love the sheer quality of your video production. But most importantly to me you are authentic and honest and I trust your opinions. Too many fake reviews out there that don't even seem to love and live cycling. I don't care about weight but I love to ticker, personalize and ride my bikes.
@@ridesofjapan Precisely why I trust you. Would trust your advice 100x more than the big cycling channels. We all have different tastes so it may not work for me but I am willing to experiment with your choices. Loving the top tube bag, saddle bag, bottle cages and Compass tires I bought thanks to you. Arigato gozaimasu!
@@jdodd1258 I’m sure they will be more than sufficient for me. I tend to swap tires a lot sooner than “needed” anyway so longevity is not a primary concern for me.
I didn't even get that much out of my Terra Trails. They also kept seeping through the sidewall, which was annoying. The ride feel and grip level was great though.
Those Conti tires start out great. Roll well, decent traction, light weight, but their durability is quite poor. I've had quite a few micro holes not seal, and just slowly leak sealant (and lots of air 20%-30% psi loss every night) since about 2-3months of moderate riding on easy, hard packed dirt. I'll never buy them again.
I've had the TerraSpeed 35mm (front) and 40mm (rear) over the past 2 years now, and they roll very fast on the road. You will notice the buzzing noise from them when riding on tarmac, but these are pretty fast. Only downside: They wear quite quickly.
Forgot to mention. I bought the tire bead wax through your link. Just used it and it works great, much less mess than soapy water. I’ve been doing tubeless road tires for a long time and bead wax seems like a missing link to easy tire install and seating ! Thanks!
Oh boy, that's going to be interesting. About the last topic: You definitely inspired me to buy the gravel bike, because You showed, how interesting and cool life can be on a bike. And the way you present your videos ,i mean they are very positive and don't contain any negativity or mainstream stuff, they aren't very complicated. Generally it is very pleasant to watch them several times(especially about bikepacking related videos:P). It all makes you to look like a local bro, who will always help with a good advice. Normal people will not blame You if something You showed in your videos won't work on their bikes, because they have their own head on the shoulders. Keep up with the good stuff. Will wait for Your new videos as usual.
2 of my friends bought an Open because… i don‘t want to sound scary. I just bought a Met Vinci helmet in metallic red and it would fit very well to your lovely frame. And my Checkpoint ALR in black is so boring, i should buy… 🤭
Thank you so much for this new challenge you'll share; I love the way you share your passion and the way you talk about it; please do not change anything! looking forward to viewing the next steps!
Love the colour mate. Looks very similar to BMC Cherry Red (TM). "This won't be a weight weeny bike project" and then continuous to give us a weight estimate 🤣🤣
Incredible! You think you waited a while? I will never catch up with you at this rate. I'm sitting my car bringing home my Open U.P. from the build at my LBS! Got the frame 21 December. GRX brake calipers must have been on the Ever Green 😭.
The quality of your videos is great. I also like your humor. Enjoyed this one a lot. Great color scheme on the Allied.... Keep on riding, keep on building :-)
Frame colour is stunning and looking at the close-up of the BB the build quality looks superb. You mentioned frame protection film; do you have a particular favourite?
Your knowledge about bikes is amazing and you seem to be so meticulous and perfectionist in whatever you do ! maybe the Japanese way of life ! but with an american frame ! hihi
This video really makes me appreciate my own bikes!! Thanks for sharing your experience and projects. Probably some time soon I'll give an update to my old gravel but I'll sure take under consideration that point of view of enjoying over the obsessive final weight number!
@12:41 To help you with your hobby, here is an idea: 12spd 10-45 XTR cassette, 12spd XTR chain, XX1 AXS r. derailleur, RED/FORCE 1 AXS shifters. Yeah! More planning, more speadsheets, more money!!
Fewer cables, more range, hyperglide+ for better downshifts. Since you need to re-route your hydraulic lines to do this, maybe throw in some trickstuff gravel calipers while you're at it. Helping you spend your money is so exciting!
Awesome vid, as always, and really enjoyed all the weight forecasting. 11-40 X 42t, though? I seem to remember some very steep mountains in your neck of the woods (i.e. volcanic archipelago. ;) Especially for bike packing, what size chainring will you end up with? I realize you’re a bit lighter than me, but I just opted for a 10-44 X 38t Ekar group on my Open WIDE, and I feel like given the gravel climbs I find myself chasing MTBs on, I could even go lower at the top end one day (not an option for Ekar, yet). Curious of your thoughts on granny gears, etc.
Have 11-42 and 11-46 options if I’m doing something bonkers steep, but have not really felt the need for that the last two years. Bike packing is sparse in my case, so gearing not optimized for a fully packed bike, but rather long all day adventures.
Sorry my exact product seem to have been removed, it’s some dense “pin” foam board wall tiles that suppose to help with the sound, nothing fancy though. Got it from Amazon Japan a few years back.
It’s not a fashion thing in this case….integrated proprietary cockpits deserve the dislike. Yes they look pretty but present undue faff and cost to finesse with cockpit fit.
Race crits? Hell no! 😂 But I’ve beed following Cory Williams on UA-cam for many many years though, and the brand they created with l39ion is the first cycling team that actually has a cool logo. And there’s no specialized branding on the t-shirt 😜
Well I hate to see you go away from OPEN as they are truly great for mixed rides. But you love the buying, planning and building process for new rides, so I fully understand! It you don’t like the tires, I am having really good luck with René Herse Barlow Pass 38mm in a heavier sidewall. No weeping, no air loss and sweet ride. Have fun with your new project. Beautiful paint!
I don't know anything about gravel bikes or road bikes, nor wieght weenie stuff, I'm a large ape that rides a hardtail in the black hills of south Dakota, but this is one of my favorite bicycle channels. Hands down.
You are too kind sir!
I'm not in the Black Hills, and I'm into most of those things. But 100% agree.
Me2 I ride a budget mtb hardtail as well & also ride in the Los Angeles mountains. One of my favorite biking channels 👍🏽🚴♂️
Dude a hardtail is the only bike you will ever need. It isnt the best choice in all situation but can definitely handle pretty much anything, road, gravel, trails, dirtjumping anything you name, it does it.
Love the humor and personality! Love the sheer quality of your video production. But most importantly to me you are authentic and honest and I trust your opinions.
Too many fake reviews out there that don't even seem to love and live cycling. I don't care about weight but I love to ticker, personalize and ride my bikes.
Appreciate the kind words mate!
Still, never take buying advice from me 😬
@@ridesofjapan Precisely why I trust you. Would trust your advice 100x more than the big cycling channels.
We all have different tastes so it may not work for me but I am willing to experiment with your choices. Loving the top tube bag, saddle bag, bottle cages and Compass tires I bought thanks to you. Arigato gozaimasu!
… so that you don’t lose trust in me 😂😂😂…
whatever you build, I’ll watch. Don’t worry.
The good thing about the Terra Speed ist: if you don’t like them, they need to be replaced anyways after 1000km
If I don’t like them, I won’t even wait for that 😁
@@ridesofjapan They're such a good tyre ngl
@@jdodd1258 I’m sure they will be more than sufficient for me. I tend to swap tires a lot sooner than “needed” anyway so longevity is not a primary concern for me.
I didn't even get that much out of my Terra Trails. They also kept seeping through the sidewall, which was annoying. The ride feel and grip level was great though.
You don’t release videos regularly, but when you do they are always highly entertaining! Quality over quantity!! Love it, thanks 👍
Waiting for the five year old Hambini to review your Allied frame.
the bike components hung up on the wall is the coolest backdrop ever :D
Colin Arturo Stickland’s Bike
3:11 I support your weight saving measures... but running no handlebars is just not worth it.
I might be your one and only fan from Lebanon🇱🇧?
Keep up the good work, you're amazing🤙🏻😍
Liked before i watched the vid, didnt take it back after it was done. Classic quality vids!
On my Terra Speeds, the creme color turned yellow pretty quickly... Thankfully some 650b wheels just arrived, giving me an excuse to get new tires!
Any chance we can have the cost per part as well? Would be interested to know!Great video as usual.
indeed, I'm very frustrated the new cable casing/housing being rubbed/worn out by handlebar bag after a long long bikepacking trip.
This is some of the best cycling videos ive ever seen love vids my guy. Have u ever thought about buying a mountain bike ?
Those Conti tires start out great. Roll well, decent traction, light weight, but their durability is quite poor. I've had quite a few micro holes not seal, and just slowly leak sealant (and lots of air 20%-30% psi loss every night) since about 2-3months of moderate riding on easy, hard packed dirt. I'll never buy them again.
I had essentially the same experience...
Congrats man... looks amazing, look forward to the build video
I've had the TerraSpeed 35mm (front) and 40mm (rear) over the past 2 years now, and they roll very fast on the road. You will notice the buzzing noise from them when riding on tarmac, but these are pretty fast. Only downside: They wear quite quickly.
This ^^...great tire and fast, but they do wear quickly
The good thing is that we might get a video about his new tire choice and maybe a weight reducing wheel upgrade 😆
New RoJ-New-Frame-Day Video Day is almost as good as New Frame Day!
Love it! Keep up the awesome videos and I can't wait to see the build!
Forgot to mention. I bought the tire bead wax through your link. Just used it and it works great, much less mess than soapy water. I’ve been doing tubeless road tires for a long time and bead wax seems like a missing link to easy tire install and seating ! Thanks!
Thanks for the XTR pedals seal hack!
Oh boy, that's going to be interesting.
About the last topic: You definitely inspired me to buy the gravel bike, because You showed, how interesting and cool life can be on a bike. And the way you present your videos ,i mean they are very positive and don't contain any negativity or mainstream stuff, they aren't very complicated. Generally it is very pleasant to watch them several times(especially about bikepacking related videos:P). It all makes you to look like a local bro, who will always help with a good advice.
Normal people will not blame You if something You showed in your videos won't work on their bikes, because they have their own head on the shoulders.
Keep up with the good stuff. Will wait for Your new videos as usual.
Absolutely love that L39ion shirt.
Man i just love your videos .. don’t ever change🤌😍
2 of my friends bought an Open because… i don‘t want to sound scary.
I just bought a Met Vinci helmet in metallic red and it would fit very well to your lovely frame. And my Checkpoint ALR in black is so boring, i should buy… 🤭
Be careful!
In general BLUE bikes rule,. BUT that paint is gorgeous. Bike is a beaut.👍
Enjoying less weight weenie stuff.Cool intergraded gear. I just got my new bike finished.
Can't wait to drop you climbing Fuji-san
Allied Able…for me…love the channel…circus!
Awesome weight weenie video,I got myself a weight weenie scale a few day's ago,it super accurate compared to a kitchen scale.Safe training.
Stoked to see your new bike :)
Happy riding
Thank you so much for this new challenge you'll share; I love the way you share your passion and the way you talk about it;
please do not change anything! looking forward to viewing the next steps!
Go to Hollywood ! GREAT VIDEO
Love the colour mate. Looks very similar to BMC Cherry Red (TM).
"This won't be a weight weeny bike project" and then continuous to give us a weight estimate 🤣🤣
Outstanding filming and presentation. Enjoyable watch.
Also thanks for being honest with the reasoning on the new bike. I'm not alone 👍
I’ll be honest, I let out a “Damnnnnnn” when it turned out you got an Allied frame 😎
So much effort was put into this intro/backdrop
Great video!
Thank you for the tip about the insulation tape on the xtr pedal. I too will be doing that only on one
Your videos are so f-ing fantastic. 👏
Ah I saw this bike on the gravel Cyclist. Quite an expensive frameset but it does look good.
I see new RoJ video, I must watch it
Nice bike, however the OPEN was my favorite. Any comment about the new Crux 2022 by Specialized? Great video as always. Cheers!
I ran the Terraspeeds (38) @ BWR San Diego... they handled everything well.
Incredible! You think you waited a while? I will never catch up with you at this rate. I'm sitting my car bringing home my Open U.P. from the build at my LBS! Got the frame 21 December. GRX brake calipers must have been on the Ever Green 😭.
Good to hear it’s finally finished, enjoy your new steed, 👌
@@ridesofjapan Cheers! I can hardly wait.
I’d love to see a full build video on this bad boy, gee milner style 😁
Love gee’s stuff, but that’s not quite my style 😁
@@ridesofjapan I totally understand, it will be enjoyed regardless.
I’ve been using the control tech cougar aerobar with the center hole.
Bro, I'll give you one comment, just don't get offended. YOU ARE A HERO I envy you very much, but at the same time I am very happy for you. 👏👏👏
14:26 - you bet!
And more power to you!
The quality of your videos is great. I also like your humor. Enjoyed this one a lot. Great color scheme on the Allied....
Keep on riding, keep on building :-)
Joy for the eye and bike interested fellow nerds 👌
I've been waiting anxiously for this video!
Man, you are good at this. What a great intro.
amazing intro as always.
Thanks for the parts list! How deep are those farsports wheels and how annoying is that EXP sound? I am a bit worried. Thanks.
30mm, very annoying :)
@@ridesofjapan thanks mate! Looking forward to the build video.
Always such excellent visual storytelling - very inspiring! Now to try to make my videos a bit more slick 😂
Thank you again for a beautifully filmed and produced video. By far my favourite cycling channel!!!!!
@ridesofJapan, you forgot to mention saddle brand & weight in description
Cheers for that! added!
@@ridesofjapan Great. Thank You.
Rahul🇮🇳
Frame colour is stunning and looking at the close-up of the BB the build quality looks superb. You mentioned frame protection film; do you have a particular favourite?
No favorite, generic “helicopter tape” will do the job.
Cheers!
This intro deserves an award! Amazing concept, beautifully executed. Chapeau!
Your knowledge about bikes is amazing and you seem to be so meticulous and perfectionist in whatever you do ! maybe the Japanese way of life ! but with an american frame ! hihi
This video really makes me appreciate my own bikes!! Thanks for sharing your experience and projects. Probably some time soon I'll give an update to my old gravel but I'll sure take under consideration that point of view of enjoying over the obsessive final weight number!
Love the videos and bought the Chainwax Mafia T, just great !
Hello, would I save any substantial weight with the Shimano 9100 front rear mechanical derailleurs and the Ultegra ones with I have now?
Hello, would I save any substantial weight with the Shimano 9100 front rear mechanical derailleurs and the Ultegra ones of which I have now?
Your videos never fail to deliver - honestly, I can’t tell you how much I enjoy them!
Enjoy building up the new bike, looks like a great project.
Omg your crazy…… love you and your channel, keep it up
I wish I could go do a bike packing ride with you in Japan 🇯🇵
@12:41 To help you with your hobby, here is an idea: 12spd 10-45 XTR cassette, 12spd XTR chain, XX1 AXS r. derailleur, RED/FORCE 1 AXS shifters. Yeah! More planning, more speadsheets, more money!!
Fewer cables, more range, hyperglide+ for better downshifts. Since you need to re-route your hydraulic lines to do this, maybe throw in some trickstuff gravel calipers while you're at it. Helping you spend your money is so exciting!
Will this bike be getting the grx rear mech off the emonda when new da is available
Who knows…. Who knows 😁
very aesthetically pleasing intro man, knocked it out of the park
Going with XTR cassette is already weight weening in my book :)
this is such a beautifully conceived, creative introduction...hats off sir!
Sooo build-video next sunday … right?
This video gives me more joy than my regular sunday ride 🖖🏻 keep up great work mate, cheers.
Love the News bike 🥰
But at 11:52 😍 can‘t wait for the new stuff
Awesome vid, as always, and really enjoyed all the weight forecasting. 11-40 X 42t, though? I seem to remember some very steep mountains in your neck of the woods (i.e. volcanic archipelago. ;) Especially for bike packing, what size chainring will you end up with? I realize you’re a bit lighter than me, but I just opted for a 10-44 X 38t Ekar group on my Open WIDE, and I feel like given the gravel climbs I find myself chasing MTBs on, I could even go lower at the top end one day (not an option for Ekar, yet). Curious of your thoughts on granny gears, etc.
Have 11-42 and 11-46 options if I’m doing something bonkers steep, but have not really felt the need for that the last two years. Bike packing is sparse in my case, so gearing not optimized for a fully packed bike, but rather long all day adventures.
Forget the weight, You had me at delicious.😉
Nice... Can't wait for that build video. The colour combo is amazing btw.
My guess was so close! I miss read the tire size. Thought it was a 42mm and thought you had ordered the Able. But the Echo is a stunner. 🤤
Love the wall tiles! More info or link?
Sorry my exact product seem to have been removed, it’s some dense “pin” foam board wall tiles that suppose to help with the sound, nothing fancy though. Got it from Amazon Japan a few years back.
Woow looks amazing with both tires😅
That frame with that paint...gorgeous 😍😍
2:43 it's popular right now to hate *period*
That so true, sadly 😔
It’s not a fashion thing in this case….integrated proprietary cockpits deserve the dislike. Yes they look pretty but present undue faff and cost to finesse with cockpit fit.
7:00 that's some mighty fine meme material right there
Amazing looking bike! Congrats. I can't wait to see the finished project.
That color looks fantastic. Great choice and will definitely stand out when you are out on the road
You always pick the best frame colours! Looks supernice!
Ah, someone else who isn't a Conti fan ...............
Very very nice choice. Can't wait for the full build.
Let’s just call it flip shit from now on.
Love your stuff soo good great intro I want to do that on my wall
Dellicous paintjob!
you order caliper bolth in the correct lenth lol. Just cut some that are to long no?
sweet frame! looking forward to how it turns out and the adventures you'll have with it :)
Nice L39ION T Shirts. But you are not criterium guy, aren't you?
Race crits? Hell no! 😂
But I’ve beed following Cory Williams on UA-cam for many many years though, and the brand they created with l39ion is the first cycling team that actually has a cool logo. And there’s no specialized branding on the t-shirt 😜
The beginning of this video is awesome!
Pinarello Most tape and hard to find...
Great video
Älskar mitt Enve AR styre, bra val!
Well I hate to see you go away from OPEN as they are truly great for mixed rides. But you love the buying, planning and building process for new rides, so I fully understand! It you don’t like the tires, I am having really good luck with René Herse Barlow Pass 38mm in a heavier sidewall. No weeping, no air loss and sweet ride. Have fun with your new project. Beautiful paint!
King of the B Roll, always so nice