I just rode my first longish ride with Pathfinder 42mm on my Diverge. Absolutely fantstic. Mostly the ride was on paved roads but here in Belgium that can (and did) mean pretty much "all terrain". They roll super well on all surfaces from tarmac through concrete to cobbles and the rubbish poorly maintained and rutted tarmac so common here as well as from gravel to dirt/mud. Additional bonus is with tan sidewalls they look really sweet too...
@@brianritter9379 yeah I was running 40cm Salsa Cowbells for a couple years now. Last year I actually went to 38 Cowbells on my main bike and run the 40 on my secondary bike
@@crypto_que yeah I guess it can take so.e getting used to, or not even the right style for everyone. 38cm has been the most comfortable for me, but the cowbell does have a small amount of flair in the drops vs hoods
Beautiful build and great choices. Finally a brand with lighter insert options, thanks for the heads up on them. I used to use a Specialized Phenom and loved it but the Shimano Pro Stealth saddle has won me over with its wider nose on the front for getting in those aero positions.
Good to learn about the tubolite inserts! I just learned a few lessons the hard way this past weekend at Dirty South Roubaix! Such as, the value of a frame pump, appropriate pressure to run is higher than 35psi on a 40c set up tubeless, and just how warm the gravel community is when a fellow rider needs some help!
I am living my 20 s in my 50 s ,lol I have really got into excercise running ,cycling ,swimming ,it’s incredible,two guys at my work thought I was under 30 lol mmmm not sure ,but I love my training (14 people in last 18 months have asked my age)aiming for marathon under 4 hours when 60 ,
Nice touch with the “Togs” in the drops! I’m not a racer but see your point about aero bars. I also highly recommend a professional fitting and a custom frame for gravel, especially for all day riders. I’m personally doing 5-7 hour rides now and preparing for 6-10 hour rides in the Philippines this summer. I don’t have a power meter but I plan on getting a cadence meter for my Garmin Edge. I really see the advantage of cadence pacing long rides.
I have aero bars on my gravel bike. There is an obvious increase in speed as soon as I lower my upper body into the TT position, a game changer in headwinds. In addition, the TT position gives my hands a rest.
I'd like to hear your thoughts on crank arm lengths, how that relates to RPMs , power etc. I've moved all my bikes down to 165mm and feel much better on longer rides.
The hoods "sphinx" position is more aero than the drops. Just check out track mass start races, pretty much everyone adopts this position when at the front or alone.
Another point for clips on bars is you can relax your core much more. When I ride in the drops it destroys my back, regardless of bike or bikefit. But on my last trip with the bike I use it on is stayed on the bars for 90% of the time on a 8 or 9 hour ride where I was pushing it. And afterwards my legs was more tired than my core.
Great video Dylan. It’s always helpful to see what the top riders are using for equipment. I disagree with the use of aero bars for gravel events, however. While the benefits are clear, there are too many racers who lack the skill, judgement or both, to use them safely. I agree that one of the appeals of gravel is the lack of rules, but banning aero bars is one I would support.
Assembling a gravel bike out of a CX-ish frame and various spare parts, I initially put 36cm bars on it which used to be on an old road bike to see how it feels. Actually feels really fine going quickly on gravel and the position is really similar to my road bike.
You're absolutely right. For me the Specialized Phenom saddle was pure torture and I had to take the train back home. Could not sit any minute longer on that thing. :( Nothing beats Selle Royale saddles. :)
I am thinking old school Brooks or Berthoud saddle for these long races/rides but as per all your other videos a lot of well thought out info for setting up a gravel bike. Much appreciated.
nice setup, love the tire/insert setup advice, and the togs! Just put those on the MTB. I would have thought a s-works power saddle though, since aerobars?
Which size did you put on the mtb? Not sure whether to go S and M. Have both a Power and Phenom. Power saddle is easier to get into more acute positions. It’s also a flatter base.
I'm not a Durian Rider fan by any means (don't care for him at all actually) but he's right on the steerer tube thing. Several companies were sued last year over high profile steerer tube breakages and they all came back to "improper use of spacers above the stem." There's a reason that plug is in there instead of a star nut. It's to counter the clamping force of the stem. If the plug position is moved relative to the clamping area, it can result in catastrophic failure of the steerer tube.
I went with the same frame including size and color - great choice! I chose Di2 though and have bar end shifters so it's easier to stay in the aero bars on rolling terrain while staying closer to my target power. Didn't choose the wider bars, went for control vs power
Thanks for the vid Dylan, sweet setup! Just wondering about your thoughts on crank length. Does it matter? Should the choice be event or discipline specific? Also, what are your thoughts on analgesics for long events? Sorry, last question was a little off topic. Thanks!
I wonder if even narrower 36-38cm drop bar might give aero gain vs 40cm since it sticks out less or does not stick out beyond your body depending on size of your body.
DJ, would gravel racers be interested in testing the usefulness of a Gravelnacci bar instead of a fullsize aero bar for gravel? The compact size and easy fitting and light weight might have some appeal. I might contact a fabricator engineer contact to make a prototype, if there seems to be any advantage to this equipment type. Bike mfr are so fashion and marketing oriented, that they are slow to change, which makes room for opportunity....
Made the mistake of getting a hardtail MTB instead of considering a gravel bike because that's all I used to ride, need to wait until this Corona virus ends and I can take a gravel bike out for a try before you buy 👍💯🚴
What are your thoughts on when you should run your road shoe adapter setup, vs when you should run a shoe that you can walk/run in? Are you ever concerned with needing to do so if you’re running your road shoe setup, off road?
I run a 52/34 11-34 setup on my road bike. Lol I use the stock Tiagra derailleur too, it works like a charm no problem. I use an Ultegra RX clutch derailleur out back also. Thinking of switching to Dura Ace b/c it will accept a 36t cog
I had the privilege of demo'ing that at the Santos Fat Tire festival. I've never ridden a gravel bike and with the greenway a few hundred feet away from the 9niner tent I took it for a spin. Too bad I didn't know how to change to a lower gear once I was at the highest gear. Had to wave down a gravel bike rider on the greenway and ask for help. He didn't seem to surprised since I was wearing a full face helmet. LOL
Nice video, like the explanation of the tyre setup and clip on/aero bars especially! I'm hoping to get a gravel/do it all bike at some point but I want to drop some weight using the road bike my cousin gave me before doing so first lol
I liked the bit about the aero bars. I do a fair amount of 200k+ rides and have been debating as to get some or not. Since most of these rides include a lot of climbing I was was concerned about weight, not so much now.
What is the fastest aero rim and tire combination that won't flat on a gentle short gravel course vs rough gravel course? SwissSide, Enve,Zipp have evidently still not actually tested nor manufactured any deep aero wheels compatible for using gravel tire sizes (30c-45c) with optimal aero despite being leaders for road aero design. DJ is on cutting edge with aero rims on gravel. There might be some tire and wheel combos that are faster than others because it is complicated to test aero and gravel at the same time -- wind tunnels are not useful here unlike velodrome bikes. Testing for gravel speed has to be done in field tests, not wind tunnel. Hambini explains local versus global vectors of air. Furthermore the surface roughness and softness is another complication unique to gravel, which in combination with aero is a topic that NOBODY has carefully studied!!!
Hi Dylan, Great content! One of my favorite channels as of late. Do you have a recommendation from where to buy the Tubolight inserts? I'm only finding a few sites and sadly they all require international shipping (which I may just end up having to go with). Just thought I'd ask. Many thanks, and truly awesome content. Ben
interesting that use road pedals with the gravel bike - I'm the opposite - using xc spd shoes and pedals on my road bike and I have been advised that road cleats offer better power transfer, again especially useful on longer rides, not to 'leak' power through flexing shoes etc...
durianrider isn't going to leave you alone lmao his insecurity leads him to try and pip viewers from other cycling related channels by inserting his ..."unique personality"...because he knows his channel offers no valuable information otherwise having said that I really enjoy your content, especially all the published research you look through
@j G which is fine because in the sphere of YT there's a space for that. But I do not and will never understand the utter THIRST he has that makes him go to these other channels and tries to make people like him. Like bro you've already got a shit ton of followers and half the time you just end up annoying the channel creator and fans.
Since a lot of your viewers are facing quarantine due tot Corona, can you do a video on indoor training? Best training platforms, what to avoid, etc etc
Great videos! Can you do one on tire width and pressure for training and racing for both gravel and mtn biking? There are a lot of opinions out there and I'm interested in your thoughts on this. I am also interested in what to do for gravel/road mixed surface rides and races. I know that this may be ride/race specific but some general rules would be helpful. Thanks!
Dylan, can you please elaborate on the saddle choice? A lot of people choose the Power/Power Arc when they pick Specialized. My Epic HT comes with Phenom Expert and in general I like it. Though I was considering investing in a Power Arc. My Stumpjumper made me fall in love with the Specialized saddles.
Nice review indeed....! I have a quick question if you can answer...What are your thoughts on gravel bikes from GIANT.....Any thoughts on the REVOLT ADVANCED 0...Also, I am 5"68 and I was looking at a NINER....Do you believe a 53cm would work..?.My specialized Roubaix Sport is at 52cm.....Thank you in advance
2 years ago I was running the 650bx47 pathfinders and training for 2020 dk. I loved the tire as it was fast and light while also being robust on large and loose gravel in the Mid-Atlantic. For Dk, when the goal is to finish at your best, not place in the top 100, but do it with comfort would you encourage those to stick with 650b or look to a 40+ 700c tire?
A lovely bike. But why cover the best physical feature of some gravel compared to road bikes with an electric tape? Leaving bolts (especially lightweight, low-profile titanium or aluminium bolts) in there would hardly add as little as a 0.01 watt of extra effort.
I agree about the aerobars. I used them on my road bike when I was doing tri. Saw a significant ave speed gain as soon as I started using them. They were more comfortable for me than being in the drops and give another position to be in. Why would you not want that for 200mi?
What are your current thoughts on the TUBOLITE inserts? Which ones are you running? Would you recommend them to bigger riders 190 lbs/6'4" for mostly Texas style gravel or no (I use 42mm Pathfinders)?
Dylan, As far as power meters go, would you estimate there is enough clearance on the frame's non-drive side for a crank-arm-based power meter such as a Stages, 4iiii, etc.? I'm considering this bike, and I happen to have a second power meter "laying around." However, I'm concerned about clearance on the non-drive side. Thanks!
For long distance gravel rides would you still use the tubeless inserts considering if the puncture is really bad and you may have to add an inner tube then removing the tire with the insert might be difficult without the right tools as with the Vittoria insert?
Dear Dylan, this time I really am asking for a friend. His name is James Morrison, and he listens to Zep’s ‘Immigrant Song’ whilst knocking down tainted KOM’s. We know the song’s protagonists are Vikings, so we’ve dubbed him Thorrison. Anywho, what tyres and at what bar (ie, pressure) will you be using for BWR? Thanks, Josh
Hey Dylan, whats your view on Trainer road? I have been following their sweet spot mid volume for about 8 months and am seeing a plateau in FTP. I normally ride about 7 hours a week. I ramp test every 4-5 weeks and hover around 240-250 FTP (weight - 130lbs). Should I just increase training volume instead of intensity because all the races for the next few months have been canceled? Or is a platform like trainer road just not good enough for proper gains?
Question. If i did 4 weeks of training, then a taper followed by a MTB marathon, the week after...restweek or straight into a trainingweek (with maybe an extra restday at the start)?
Just another reat vid! I got a question! Imagine I wanna have 3*10min hard efford during 4hours of my training... Should I put 45min recovery time between them or this long recovery time will do sth bad to my intensity section? . Also I plz you to make a vid about 20 hours week training plan... ty
You're using 50/34 and mentioned possibly switching to 52/36. Are your races all very flat that you can pull it off? Where I live I'm using GRX 46/30 with so much climbing and I can't imagine how I'd make it up some climbs on 36. I use 11-34 in the back..
Hi Dylan. I have been in the market for a gravel/cx bike for a while. I really wanted a CX bike but mostly for the geometry. I dont plan on doing too many CX races but I would like to try 1 or 2 CX races. I have the opportunity to buy a brand new Niner RTL RDO with the 2 star build GRX 400. Mrsp is 3000 and I can get it for 2400. I am worried the geometry will feel not as aggreeeive as I would like. My budget was 2k but I am thinking a out jumping on this opportunity.
Thanks for sharing all this! About road pedals: aren't road cleats and clipping/unclipping function compromised sometimes by dirt or mud? I wonder if you'll be using road pedals only in some conditions when you know for sure they'll stay clean, and mountain bike pedals instead during training.
I just rode my first longish ride with Pathfinder 42mm on my Diverge. Absolutely fantstic. Mostly the ride was on paved roads but here in Belgium that can (and did) mean pretty much "all terrain". They roll super well on all surfaces from tarmac through concrete to cobbles and the rubbish poorly maintained and rutted tarmac so common here as well as from gravel to dirt/mud. Additional bonus is with tan sidewalls they look really sweet too...
I went the same way last year regarding narrow bars. And it was a great decision. Narrow bars FTW!
Suburban Cyclist i cant use wide. Even my mtb are 720.
I put some 40mm Easton EC90's with a very modest flare on mine a year ago. I'm more comfortable long term and I'm a bit faster too.
@@brianritter9379 yeah I was running 40cm Salsa Cowbells for a couple years now. Last year I actually went to 38 Cowbells on my main bike and run the 40 on my secondary bike
I tried 40cm aero drops, they’re great for saving watts but I’m terrified to sprint or climb out of the saddle.
@@crypto_que yeah I guess it can take so.e getting used to, or not even the right style for everyone. 38cm has been the most comfortable for me, but the cowbell does have a small amount of flair in the drops vs hoods
Beautiful build and great choices. Finally a brand with lighter insert options, thanks for the heads up on them. I used to use a Specialized Phenom and loved it but the Shimano Pro Stealth saddle has won me over with its wider nose on the front for getting in those aero positions.
Good to learn about the tubolite inserts! I just learned a few lessons the hard way this past weekend at Dirty South Roubaix! Such as, the value of a frame pump, appropriate pressure to run is higher than 35psi on a 40c set up tubeless, and just how warm the gravel community is when a fellow rider needs some help!
I am living my 20 s in my 50 s ,lol I have really got into excercise running ,cycling ,swimming ,it’s incredible,two guys at my work thought I was under 30 lol mmmm not sure ,but I love my training (14 people in last 18 months have asked my age)aiming for marathon under 4 hours when 60 ,
Nice touch with the “Togs” in the drops! I’m not a racer but see your point about aero bars. I also highly recommend a professional fitting and a custom frame for gravel, especially for all day riders. I’m personally doing 5-7 hour rides now and preparing for 6-10 hour rides in the Philippines this summer. I don’t have a power meter but I plan on getting a cadence meter for my Garmin Edge. I really see the advantage of cadence pacing long rides.
I have aero bars on my gravel bike. There is an obvious increase in speed as soon as I lower my upper body into the TT position, a game changer in headwinds. In addition, the TT position gives my hands a rest.
I'd like to hear your thoughts on crank arm lengths, how that relates to RPMs , power etc. I've moved all my bikes down to 165mm and feel much better on longer rides.
The hoods "sphinx" position is more aero than the drops. Just check out track mass start races, pretty much everyone adopts this position when at the front or alone.
Another point for clips on bars is you can relax your core much more. When I ride in the drops it destroys my back, regardless of bike or bikefit. But on my last trip with the bike I use it on is stayed on the bars for 90% of the time on a 8 or 9 hour ride where I was pushing it. And afterwards my legs was more tired than my core.
Looks Great!!! Best of luck for 2020!
Great video Dylan. It’s always helpful to see what the top riders are using for equipment. I disagree with the use of aero bars for gravel events, however. While the benefits are clear, there are too many racers who lack the skill, judgement or both, to use them safely. I agree that one of the appeals of gravel is the lack of rules, but banning aero bars is one I would support.
To me, it feels like a cookie ride/Century ride.
Assembling a gravel bike out of a CX-ish frame and various spare parts, I initially put 36cm bars on it which used to be on an old road bike to see how it feels.
Actually feels really fine going quickly on gravel and the position is really similar to my road bike.
those Pathfinder tires looks beautiful
yan ang tamang gravel bike sizing hindi ung masyadong maliit.
Great info. Don’t race but enjoy and learn great stuff.
People act like I'm crazy for using my Garmin Vector 3 road pedals and road shoes on gravel. I feel so validated now. 🤩
You make so many relevant points and tell us the things we want to know, Great video!
You're absolutely right. For me the Specialized Phenom saddle was pure torture and I had to take the train back home. Could not sit any minute longer on that thing. :(
Nothing beats Selle Royale saddles. :)
thanks and good luck next weekend in Emporia!
$191aud for two of those tubolight inserts delivered to Aus 😲. I'll wait for your full review before experimenting myself!
I am thinking old school Brooks or Berthoud saddle for these long races/rides but as per all your other videos a lot of well thought out info for setting up a gravel bike. Much appreciated.
nice setup, love the tire/insert setup advice, and the togs! Just put those on the MTB. I would have thought a s-works power saddle though, since aerobars?
I've got to give the power saddle a try. I just love the phenom so much.
Which size did you put on the mtb? Not sure whether to go S and M.
Have both a Power and Phenom. Power saddle is easier to get into more acute positions. It’s also a flatter base.
I'm not a Durian Rider fan by any means (don't care for him at all actually) but he's right on the steerer tube thing. Several companies were sued last year over high profile steerer tube breakages and they all came back to "improper use of spacers above the stem." There's a reason that plug is in there instead of a star nut. It's to counter the clamping force of the stem. If the plug position is moved relative to the clamping area, it can result in catastrophic failure of the steerer tube.
I'd like to hear more about the tire insert. Does the sealant work as well to seal holes or does the foam get in the way?
I went with the same frame including size and color - great choice! I chose Di2 though and have bar end shifters so it's easier to stay in the aero bars on rolling terrain while staying closer to my target power. Didn't choose the wider bars, went for control vs power
how tall are you? Like Dylan I'm 5'10 and normally ride a 54, so I'm thinking the 53 might be better for me.
@@jasonhand4471 6 foot even
Thanks for sharing Dylan! I really appreciate your personal answers to e-mail also!
Thanks for the vid Dylan, sweet setup! Just wondering about your thoughts on crank length. Does it matter? Should the choice be event or discipline specific? Also, what are your thoughts on analgesics for long events? Sorry, last question was a little off topic. Thanks!
Lol, durianrider.. he could learn a lot from Dylan.
not maths though, a 4th? you mean a quarter Dylan :p
@@Freakysantana 1/4th is the same as a quarter, both right
@@user-yn5sk5ru5g but you say quarter, makes more sense if it was a 5th or an 8th, it's like saying 1 second rather than half.
@@Freakysantana No, it isn't.
@@jordanhendricks9863 ok, thank you for the resounding detailed hypothesis on why i am incorrect, it was a joke to start with ffs, lighten up.
I wonder if even narrower 36-38cm drop bar might give aero gain vs 40cm since it sticks out less or does not stick out beyond your body depending on size of your body.
Anyone remember Cinelli Spinacci bars? Loved them!
Gravel racing rules do not prevent Spinacci usage! These need a comeback for gravel racing. If Cinelli won't, the someone else needs to make these.
DJ, would gravel racers be interested in testing the usefulness of a Gravelnacci bar instead of a fullsize aero bar for gravel? The compact size and easy fitting and light weight might have some appeal. I might contact a fabricator engineer contact to make a prototype, if there seems to be any advantage to this equipment type. Bike mfr are so fashion and marketing oriented, that they are slow to change, which makes room for opportunity....
Made the mistake of getting a hardtail MTB instead of considering a gravel bike because that's all I used to ride, need to wait until this Corona virus ends and I can take a gravel bike out for a try before you buy 👍💯🚴
That's the best Geoff Kabush aerobar dig ever!
Love that Avery Creek footage- go Brevard!
What are your thoughts on when you should run your road shoe adapter setup, vs when you should run a shoe that you can walk/run in? Are you ever concerned with needing to do so if you’re running your road shoe setup, off road?
I run a 52/34 11-34 setup on my road bike. Lol I use the stock Tiagra derailleur too, it works like a charm no problem. I use an Ultegra RX clutch derailleur out back also. Thinking of switching to Dura Ace b/c it will accept a 36t cog
Where did you get Tubolight? I could only find on bikeinn and they are in Spain and I rather order from USA
I think an update to this video would be fun, especially since you are with a new bike sponsor now.
I am curious, why do you run road pedals on a gravel setup?
Do you think they help produce more power than mtb pedals?
Is it solely because the mtb shoes tend to be heavier?
I had the privilege of demo'ing that at the Santos Fat Tire festival. I've never ridden a gravel bike and with the greenway a few hundred feet away from the 9niner tent I took it for a spin. Too bad I didn't know how to change to a lower gear once I was at the highest gear. Had to wave down a gravel bike rider on the greenway and ask for help. He didn't seem to surprised since I was wearing a full face helmet. LOL
very nice! Dont have gravel races much in ireland but I enjoy the vids!
36/11 50/34 thats the way to do it. sweet setup
Side feed Specialized bottle holders will save you some grams and will NOT drop a bottle. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.
I think this is your best video yet, and BHD is looking good!
DR was right about your steerer tube. 😉
Which races would us mortals be seeing you at this season, Dylan?
Denny good question!!
Nice video, like the explanation of the tyre setup and clip on/aero bars especially!
I'm hoping to get a gravel/do it all bike at some point but I want to drop some weight using the road bike my cousin gave me before doing so first lol
I liked the bit about the aero bars. I do a fair amount of 200k+ rides and have been debating as to get some or not. Since most of these rides include a lot of climbing I was was concerned about weight, not so much now.
I ditched the SWorks phenom for the SQ labs 611. Best investment ever.
What is the fastest aero rim and tire combination that won't flat on a gentle short gravel course vs rough gravel course? SwissSide, Enve,Zipp have evidently still not actually tested nor manufactured any deep aero wheels compatible for using gravel tire sizes (30c-45c) with optimal aero despite being leaders for road aero design. DJ is on cutting edge with aero rims on gravel. There might be some tire and wheel combos that are faster than others because it is complicated to test aero and gravel at the same time -- wind tunnels are not useful here unlike velodrome bikes. Testing for gravel speed has to be done in field tests, not wind tunnel. Hambini explains local versus global vectors of air. Furthermore the surface roughness and softness is another complication unique to gravel, which in combination with aero is a topic that NOBODY has carefully studied!!!
Hi Dylan,
Great content! One of my favorite channels as of late. Do you have a recommendation from where to buy the Tubolight inserts? I'm only finding a few sites and sadly they all require international shipping (which I may just end up having to go with). Just thought I'd ask.
Many thanks, and truly awesome content.
Ben
Is that "Ruta de Conquistadores" number in the back? Nice...
Aero bars on a gravel bike is something weird but makes a lot of sense specially if you are racing.
Nice ride.
Aero Bars for Gravel = Aero Bike & Wheels for Road
Enve wheels! About time these bro suckers started giving you what you deserve. Bunch of bro slapping bums getting all the deals. Looking good man 👌
interesting that use road pedals with the gravel bike - I'm the opposite - using xc spd shoes and pedals on my road bike and I have been advised that road cleats offer better power transfer, again especially useful on longer rides, not to 'leak' power through flexing shoes etc...
durianrider isn't going to leave you alone lmao
his insecurity leads him to try and pip viewers from other cycling related channels by inserting his ..."unique personality"...because he knows his channel offers no valuable information otherwise
having said that I really enjoy your content, especially all the published research you look through
@j G which is fine because in the sphere of YT there's a space for that. But I do not and will never understand the utter THIRST he has that makes him go to these other channels and tries to make people like him. Like bro you've already got a shit ton of followers and half the time you just end up annoying the channel creator and fans.
His girlfriends are much hotter than yours.
@@baker2niner lololol
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@@baker2niner and younger, durianriderrapist.com/
Totally dig your videos! Thanks for sharing 👍🏼... kinda random, just wondering, what if any, dampening do you use with internal cables?
Since a lot of your viewers are facing quarantine due tot Corona, can you do a video on indoor training? Best training platforms, what to avoid, etc etc
Do not fall off the trainer.
Cool
Awesome content!
Great video. Love all of the insight in your videos. interested in where you bought your Tubolight inserts.
Where did you get those road bar togs?
I have my eye on a Niner RLT Steel.
Get tips Dylan, many thanks!! Hope to catch sight of you at the DK200 this year ;-)
Great videos! Can you do one on tire width and pressure for training and racing for both gravel and mtn biking? There are a lot of opinions out there and I'm interested in your thoughts on this. I am also interested in what to do for gravel/road mixed surface rides and races. I know that this may be ride/race specific but some general rules would be helpful. Thanks!
awesome video!
Dylan, can you please elaborate on the saddle choice? A lot of people choose the Power/Power Arc when they pick Specialized. My Epic HT comes with Phenom Expert and in general I like it. Though I was considering investing in a Power Arc. My Stumpjumper made me fall in love with the Specialized saddles.
What do you think about compression clothing to help with recovery?
Nice bike. Yeah I ditched the flare bars.
Nice review indeed....! I have a quick question if you can answer...What are your thoughts on gravel bikes from GIANT.....Any thoughts on the REVOLT ADVANCED 0...Also, I am 5"68 and I was looking at a NINER....Do you believe a 53cm would work..?.My specialized Roubaix Sport is at 52cm.....Thank you in advance
If you could declare your sponsors that would be helpful. It’s good to know which components you chose vs which you were told to use.
All listed in the intro of the video.
@@DylanJohnsonCycling My bad, I'll pay more attention next time. Great content as always btw.
2 years ago I was running the 650bx47 pathfinders and training for 2020 dk. I loved the tire as it was fast and light while also being robust on large and loose gravel in the Mid-Atlantic. For Dk, when the goal is to finish at your best, not place in the top 100, but do it with comfort would you encourage those to stick with 650b or look to a 40+ 700c tire?
A lovely bike. But why cover the best physical feature of some gravel compared to road bikes with an electric tape? Leaving bolts (especially lightweight, low-profile titanium or aluminium bolts) in there would hardly add as little as a 0.01 watt of extra effort.
I agree about the aerobars. I used them on my road bike when I was doing tri. Saw a significant ave speed gain as soon as I started using them. They were more comfortable for me than being in the drops and give another position to be in. Why would you not want that for 200mi?
Cool video bro!
What are your current thoughts on the TUBOLITE inserts? Which ones are you running? Would you recommend them to bigger riders 190 lbs/6'4" for mostly Texas style gravel or no (I use 42mm Pathfinders)?
Dylan,
As far as power meters go, would you estimate there is enough clearance on the frame's non-drive side for a crank-arm-based power meter such as a Stages, 4iiii, etc.? I'm considering this bike, and I happen to have a second power meter "laying around." However, I'm concerned about clearance on the non-drive side.
Thanks!
Bought your 10 hr a week MTB training plan to give it a go. Looking for a more structured plan than my “just get out and ride” current plan 🙄
For long distance gravel rides would you still use the tubeless inserts considering if the puncture is really bad and you may have to add an inner tube then removing the tire with the insert might be difficult without the right tools as with the Vittoria insert?
Have you considered a speed suit with aero fabric? I suspect t could save a considerable amount of time over at 4+ hr race
super nice! did you pay for the bike? or is this a sponsor thing?
Dear Dylan, this time I really am asking
for a friend. His name is James Morrison, and he listens to Zep’s ‘Immigrant Song’ whilst knocking down tainted KOM’s. We know the song’s protagonists are Vikings, so we’ve dubbed him Thorrison. Anywho, what tyres and at what bar (ie, pressure) will you be using for BWR? Thanks, Josh
Hey Dylan, whats your view on Trainer road? I have been following their sweet spot mid volume for about 8 months and am seeing a plateau in FTP. I normally ride about 7 hours a week. I ramp test every 4-5 weeks and hover around 240-250 FTP (weight - 130lbs). Should I just increase training volume instead of intensity because all the races for the next few months have been canceled? Or is a platform like trainer road just not good enough for proper gains?
Hi Dylan, in this setup did you was able to fit GRX front mech with sram red cranks? Thanks.
Question. If i did 4 weeks of training, then a taper followed by a MTB marathon, the week after...restweek or straight into a trainingweek (with maybe an extra restday at the start)?
Hey Dylan, is that a 2020 frameset? Tubolight… BRILLIANT!
Nevermind. I see now it’s a 2020.
What are those things on the drops for the thumbs? Make it more comfortable?
Just another reat vid!
I got a question!
Imagine I wanna have 3*10min hard efford during 4hours of my training...
Should I put 45min recovery time between them or this long recovery time will do sth bad to my intensity section?
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Also I plz you to make a vid about 20 hours week training plan... ty
You're using 50/34 and mentioned possibly switching to 52/36. Are your races all very flat that you can pull it off? Where I live I'm using GRX 46/30 with so much climbing and I can't imagine how I'd make it up some climbs on 36. I use 11-34 in the back..
Hey I'm ian son cool video
Hi Dylan. I have been in the market for a gravel/cx bike for a while. I really wanted a CX bike but mostly for the geometry. I dont plan on doing too many CX races but I would like to try 1 or 2 CX races. I have the opportunity to buy a brand new Niner RTL RDO with the 2 star build GRX 400. Mrsp is 3000 and I can get it for 2400. I am worried the geometry will feel not as aggreeeive as I would like. My budget was 2k but I am thinking a out jumping on this opportunity.
Thanks for sharing all this!
About road pedals: aren't road cleats and clipping/unclipping function compromised sometimes by dirt or mud?
I wonder if you'll be using road pedals only in some conditions when you know for sure they'll stay clean, and mountain bike pedals instead during training.
We used to use wheel bearing grease from an auto parts store when racing in the wet.
Hey Dylan do you have a video on how to use an HR monitor and/or a power meter effectively?
Nice setup. I particularly like the tires but I'll be racing Rasputitsa in April and will probably need something more mud oriented.
Welcome to Geekdom..
Hey Dylan, are you still using the tubolight inserts? Thinking of getting them, how have they been?
what about aero position but hands in end of the hoods with the lower arm flat on the bar(vs drops)? wouldnt there be less frontal area?
ur gravel bike drop bar have same measurement with what on your road? do you opt for wider bar or shorter stem?
What are you changing for this year, Dylan?
This channel has a very good potential....you will soon hit millions of subscribers.
So what is the emergency plan if you do flat on the course? Ditch the tubolight 20 miles from the next stop, and throw a tube in?