Would love to hear more from Si on his experience with the fork and overall compliance on his ride. Way to go Si. Basically a world record for that ride.
I have had a Lauf Weekend Warrior since March 2021 and still don't regret selling my Specialized Epic Hardtail mountain bike. With every ride I get a smile on my face and the courage to improve another PR.
Classy looking ride - thanks to Lauf not forcing some of the colors we've been seeing on competitor rides that seem kind of grim - factory worker gray, oppressed workers of the world olive drab, black as my soul black with matte finish. Some brighter colors are just what the doctor ordered and white is classy - although if you do a lot of serious gravel riding you'll be washing it a lot after riding!
Changing your setup (stem) the night before a big ride sounds like it could be problematic. I'd just stick with the setup you've been training on to avoid a surprise ache or handling change.
Thats what he's trying to do. Adapting a brand new bike, with different geometry and setup (and suspension fork) isn't completely 1:1. But if you listen, that's what he's saying.
My favourite part about the bike: The threaded bottom bracket. Actually, my favourite parts are the gorgeous frame and satisfyingly simple fork suspension, both of which seem ideally suited to the higher-frequency vibrations of gravel. But unlike a threaded bottom bracket, my budget can't afford to like those quite as much.
I would like to share what I do for storing a spare tube. I use an old sock that my son has grown out of and wrap it around the tube. I then use that sock to clean the wheel during the roadside tube change. I find it very helpful.
They like to do any rides that require spandex… these limeys love the spandex… people fail to realize that bikes work just as well if you wear normal clothes… but hey spandex let’s us pick them out and weed out the weirdos pretty quickly
Also do I. While I was watching the GCN video I was wandering if this fork could make more difference in the Paris Roubaix cobblestones than the self pump tires that we didn't see this year.
these forks are durable, my dad rides a giant explorer type frame, roloff hub on the back to ease out any gear maintenance, and the lauf fork on the front, a sick gravel bike. the first gen lauf fork looks brand new even tho it's been heavily used!!
@@Smegma_pirate 1x is quieter in operation but smaller so it's hard to get a supernice photo when your crank is small. Biggie smalls is more like medium smalls. Does that make sense?
So since the true grit is on sale and the sweet spot on that bike is 45 then should a person get the true grit or spend 400 more and get the new version
I see you’re on a size M. According to Lauf, size M is for 175-182. I’m just at the low end of this range and am debating stepping down to the S. Curious to hear your thoughts on sizing down slightly for this frame…
A beauty of a bike. Having watched the 220 mile video over on GCN I was very impressed by the head lamp. Can you share which one you used and how you powered it to last?
Hi, it was an Exposure Strade, and I only needed it for an hour or so, but battery life on them is epic. It’ll go through the night on the medium setting.
@@simonrichardson5259 Wow, impressive. I wondered about some epic rides where riding into the night required long run times for lights. Going dark could be downright dangerous if there's no moon out.
Ok , a 3 vs 1 challenge Si gets the Lauf with aero clip on"s added , the other 3 presenters get eBay gravel or MTB bikes under 300 $ pounds , and they do a 10 mile segment off road , 😱
What is the battery pack used, and can anyone else make any recommendations? I care about (obvious - charging capacity and speed), But also maybe weight, waterproof, robustness?
"Stafety standards" sorry Si, I had to point that out. The Seigla is such a sick bike, I wonder how it'd pair with a Powershift drivetrain. It's unfortunate that it only comes offered with SRAM drivetrain, it would have been nice to see a Powershift or Compag Ekar offering as well.
The reason why i never slammed my stem cause after about 20 to 50km into the ride my neck starts to hurt even tho im less aero in my gravel atleast im comfortable and will last longer on the ride
I’m enjoying the bike so far th-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA My only real complaints are the brakes and the pedals. I feel like a bike designed for bigger people should have much larger pedals and more heavy duty brakes. I’ve only gotten two really good rides out of it, minimal downhill action, and the brakes feel like they’re already going out. A larger person has more momentum, so I think this wasn’t thought through very well. Also, I wear size 13-14 wide shoes. My feet cramp up on these pedals that are clearly made for smaller feet. Since I’m not a pro rider (and I don’t think many are who purchase this bike) I don’t think that the straps on the pedal are necessary at all. None of this takes away from the enjoyment I get from riding, however. I’ll just head to a bike shop to improve on a few things.
It is just a mountain bike with a funny fork and drop bars, isn't it? Why the charade? I don't mind it though, it's cool to see speed optimized off-road bikes, and this one looks great.
@@simonrichardson5259 granted 👍 My jab was about "taking what makes a gravel bike a gravel bike and extending that to make it more capable"... and then each time they make the gravel bike more capable it looks more like a mtb of some sort. But it was just a provocation, really. I don't REALLY think the gravel bike's "final form" is a XC. Look, I really like the bike, I get it. I love the engineering of it, I know what it does differently and if you want to ride this and not that, enjoy..
Si, wired apple headphones? seriously? Wireless Airpods came out in 2016. It'll keep you from tugging those wired ones out of your ear when you stand up!
The issue is not gravel bikes, maybe write to your MP (if in U.K.) in an attempt to reduce motorist aggression against cyclists. Maybe then, road cyclists will no longer be forced off the road by drivers 🤔🤔
@@niklasbirksted8175 I think the point I was trying to make, is that gravel cycling appears to becoming more popular than road cycling and as such, I suppose GCN is portraying this in there videos. 🤔🤔
If you live away from the city, expecialy in the USA, a gravel bike is a better option then a road bike. The paved sholder for bikes is no bigger then the handlebars and has as many pot holes as the road.
I’m getting sick of reading about gravel bikes. I use a road bike and am not planning to change over to gravel. I wish there was a more even balance in coverage so that everything isn’t about gravel.
Would love to hear more from Si on his experience with the fork and overall compliance on his ride. Way to go Si. Basically a world record for that ride.
So am I. Just a quick kind of a comment at the end of the video. Looks like he did that on purpose
I think this is the most beautiful gravel bike I’ve seen so far! Soooo awesome!
I have had a Lauf Weekend Warrior since March 2021 and still don't regret selling my Specialized Epic Hardtail mountain bike. With every ride I get a smile on my face and the courage to improve another PR.
do you still own it? I'm pretty close to buying one :) happy if so?
I got the new Lauf True Grit with SRAM Rival AXS and it rides and shifts like a dream. The bike is super comfortable.
220 miles? You're 'aving a Lauf
I'll see myself out
No... that was fantastic! 😆
Classy looking ride - thanks to Lauf not forcing some of the colors we've been seeing on competitor rides that seem kind of grim - factory worker gray, oppressed workers of the world olive drab, black as my soul black with matte finish. Some brighter colors are just what the doctor ordered and white is classy - although if you do a lot of serious gravel riding you'll be washing it a lot after riding!
Changing your setup (stem) the night before a big ride sounds like it could be problematic. I'd just stick with the setup you've been training on to avoid a surprise ache or handling change.
Thats what he's trying to do. Adapting a brand new bike, with different geometry and setup (and suspension fork) isn't completely 1:1. But if you listen, that's what he's saying.
I’d spent an hour on the bike before it so I was very much still tweaking!
My favourite part about the bike: The threaded bottom bracket.
Actually, my favourite parts are the gorgeous frame and satisfyingly simple fork suspension, both of which seem ideally suited to the higher-frequency vibrations of gravel. But unlike a threaded bottom bracket, my budget can't afford to like those quite as much.
My Seigla arrives tomorrow. Confident it will be a great bike.
How's the Seigla been treating you?
I would like to share what I do for storing a spare tube.
I use an old sock that my son has grown out of and wrap it around the tube. I then use that sock to clean the wheel during the roadside tube change. I find it very helpful.
It's no Eurobike, but I guess it'll do.
Well they try some low tech bikes. Eurobike need to wait for something epic.
Simon, you’re my favorite GCN presenter. Greetings from Sacramento, CA, USA!
awesome camera skills, thanks GCN!
I see a sram universal derailuer hanger!!! 😍 thankyou lauf! On hanger to rule them all
That's a beautiful bike even the most beautiful gravel bike I've ever seen!
220 mile bike ride 💀that’s insane
Absolutely crazy lol. I've done 130 miles and just want to reach 150. I'd never think about doing 220
I'm in love with this bike....
Hey Si! Are you ‘avin a Lauf! Great looking bike.. loved the KA ride too.. great effort mate!
That is one gorgeous machine!
Si thought so too!
GCN getting into more Ultra gravel/FKT stuff...Would like to see you guys at the starting line of the tour divide ;)
They like to do any rides that require spandex… these limeys love the spandex… people fail to realize that bikes work just as well if you wear normal clothes… but hey spandex let’s us pick them out and weed out the weirdos pretty quickly
Love to see GCN test ride Lauf on cobblestone to see how it handles.
Also do I. While I was watching the GCN video I was wandering if this fork could make more difference in the Paris Roubaix cobblestones than the self pump tires that we didn't see this year.
Cyclingtips already did it :)
@@galenkehler can you post the link?
@@fox69r43 th-cam.com/video/4Rgm2TZOXes/w-d-xo.html
@@galenkehler thanks!
these forks are durable, my dad rides a giant explorer type frame, roloff hub on the back to ease out any gear maintenance, and the lauf fork on the front, a sick gravel bike. the first gen lauf fork looks brand new even tho it's been heavily used!!
8:44 "I've also got my mini pump in there, which is mega"😂
If I get this job I'm applying for - I'm getting one. that's a sexy bike
Very fine!
Looks good, I’d like a 2x drivetrain though
might not have needed to walk up that hill if he had a granny ring.
1x is stupid.. but hey I gotta be in the club so 1x for me
@@Smegma_pirate 1x is quieter in operation but smaller so it's hard to get a supernice photo when your crank is small. Biggie smalls is more like medium smalls. Does that make sense?
Internal wiring and I would be considering this bike
So since the true grit is on sale and the sweet spot on that bike is 45 then should a person get the true grit or spend 400 more and get the new version
8:15 How that dog didn’t run into your shot has baffled me 😂
I see you’re on a size M. According to Lauf, size M is for 175-182. I’m just at the low end of this range and am debating stepping down to the S. Curious to hear your thoughts on sizing down slightly for this frame…
Step down
If your legs are shorter too
Hahaha I could see it coming. The dog at the background knock down the bike, get Si's saddle bag and run away 🙂
Love my Lauf (Race AXS XPLR).
Give me 70 miles in 3hrs any day.
Can’t be arsed with these long rides.
A beauty of a bike. Having watched the 220 mile video over on GCN I was very impressed by the head lamp. Can you share which one you used and how you powered it to last?
Hi, it was an Exposure Strade, and I only needed it for an hour or so, but battery life on them is epic. It’ll go through the night on the medium setting.
@@simonrichardson5259 Wow, impressive. I wondered about some epic rides where riding into the night required long run times for lights. Going dark could be downright dangerous if there's no moon out.
I’m guessing he powered it with batteries…. Just a hunch
In my world of cycling, this is THE most refined gravel bike up to date.
Si what kinda bike do you personally own? Also this Lauf looks incredible!!!
Thanks Si......Peace
So the leaf springs are robust enough to blast over cobbles too?
Few years more and we will have new-old MTB gravel-hardtails,
So much negativity. It's sad. Nice one Si👍
You need to do a Eurobike vs used bike of the same cost
Ok , a 3 vs 1 challenge
Si gets the Lauf with aero clip on"s added , the other 3 presenters get eBay gravel or MTB bikes under 300 $ pounds , and they do a 10 mile segment off road , 😱
What is the battery pack used, and can anyone else make any recommendations?
I care about (obvious - charging capacity and speed),
But also maybe weight, waterproof, robustness?
Si mentions chain suck marring on the chain stay. Can you get chain suck on a single ring set up?
very nice looking bike
"Stafety standards" sorry Si, I had to point that out. The Seigla is such a sick bike, I wonder how it'd pair with a Powershift drivetrain. It's unfortunate that it only comes offered with SRAM drivetrain, it would have been nice to see a Powershift or Compag Ekar offering as well.
Does anyone know, how this suspension fork from lauf compares to the redshift suspension stem?
What front light did you use Si? many thanks
The reason why i never slammed my stem cause after about 20 to 50km into the ride my neck starts to hurt even tho im less aero in my gravel atleast im comfortable and will last longer on the ride
How about tire pressure???
What tyre pressures, Si?
27psi front and back. 👍
should have gone pink, super awesomd
I love the pink but it looks diff in each video I’ve watched So not 100% what it actually looks like lol
I’m enjoying the bike so far th-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA My only real complaints are the brakes and the pedals. I feel like a bike designed for bigger people should have much larger pedals and more heavy duty brakes. I’ve only gotten two really good rides out of it, minimal downhill action, and the brakes feel like they’re already going out. A larger person has more momentum, so I think this wasn’t thought through very well. Also, I wear size 13-14 wide shoes. My feet cramp up on these pedals that are clearly made for smaller feet. Since I’m not a pro rider (and I don’t think many are who purchase this bike) I don’t think that the straps on the pedal are necessary at all. None of this takes away from the enjoyment I get from riding, however. I’ll just head to a bike shop to improve on a few things.
What was the road / path he said he was riding ?
It's the king Alfred way, you can find the route on komoot
Didn't think Si's arms were up for swinging a hammer..
What were the lights used? Thanks
looked like USE exposure
Definitely an exposure front light
Isn't the GCN rider over 6'? Shouldn't he be on a Large? Trying to decide myself, same height. M or L?
What did u decide? I’m in same boat.
@@ianbarber4495I ended up getting a Large. Feels good so far.
Like that 5$ stem on a 6k bike
Haha, it was the only 90mm one I had!
What is this “miles” you say in the title?
Full ride???
Like to know what the guys at gmbn? Think about it?
Is it just me curious to know the weight of the bike in this setup?
According Lauf's Website it is 18.19 lbs with the eThirteen wheels that come on it.
Really interesting.
Just NICE not on the big small chain and wheels not aligned. Ask Dr Bridgewood of the GCN ...and your from there. That is sacrilegous!😆✌
What mini pump is that?
Amazing ... mountain bikes and gravel bikes .... the bikes you didn’t know you didn’t need.
I love it but I want a 2X drivetrain. 😕
It is just a mountain bike with a funny fork and drop bars, isn't it? Why the charade? I don't mind it though, it's cool to see speed optimized off-road bikes, and this one looks great.
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Tell me you don't understand bikes without telling me you don't understand bikes...
I understand bikes, don't worry. What you want to call them, or your motivation to ride it, not my business. Have fun.
No it definitely isn’t. Wide tyres don’t make a bike into a mountain bike, just like putting road tyres on a mountain bike doesn’t make a road bike.
@@simonrichardson5259 granted 👍 My jab was about "taking what makes a gravel bike a gravel bike and extending that to make it more capable"... and then each time they make the gravel bike more capable it looks more like a mtb of some sort. But it was just a provocation, really. I don't REALLY think the gravel bike's "final form" is a XC. Look, I really like the bike, I get it. I love the engineering of it, I know what it does differently and if you want to ride this and not that, enjoy..
That Frame is a bit lighter than my newest MTB
can it go fast?
@6:30 "stafety" just leave it in, nobody will notice 😅👍
Mega
0:44 Zip ties, are there zip ties?
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spoke very little about the tyres.
Mini mega pump
yeh man it's a beautiful superb bike and will cost very much.
"GoPro... so I can vlog the shlt out of it" 😅
Si, wired apple headphones? seriously? Wireless Airpods came out in 2016. It'll keep you from tugging those wired ones out of your ear when you stand up!
Did Si say that he is carrying zip ties with him?
Yes.....yes he did..
Yes.....yes he did..
Majority of this video is just an bike ad.
Some MTB hardtails use T100 and meet MTB standards
Maybe a gravel specific channel might be in order soon? I doubt I am the only person who is bored by gravel
The "G" in GCN stands for gravel
The issue is not gravel bikes, maybe write to your MP (if in U.K.) in an attempt to reduce motorist aggression against cyclists. Maybe then, road cyclists will no longer be forced off the road by drivers
🤔🤔
@@bikepackingadventure7913 not really the point, but ok
@@niklasbirksted8175 I think the point I was trying to make, is that gravel cycling appears to becoming more popular than road cycling and as such, I suppose GCN is portraying this in there videos.
🤔🤔
If you live away from the city, expecialy in the USA, a gravel bike is a better option then a road bike. The paved sholder for bikes is no bigger then the handlebars and has as many pot holes as the road.
How much ? ... Oh shuttup !
I’m getting sick of reading about gravel bikes. I use a road bike and am not planning to change over to gravel. I wish there was a more even balance in coverage so that everything isn’t about gravel.
🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤮
First
nope
Hmm I’d start by not taking that bike…looks like miserable way to spend 220 miles
What's a better way to do it?
@@diviscadilek1764 a car?
@@feedbackzaloop you just don't get the beauty of long bike rides.
A MTB would somewhat better
A steel touring bike…. Something that doesn’t have 6 inches of drop from saddle to bar… lol you guys are beyond ridiculous…
What saddle is that?