There's so much to learn and much more to learn as you carry on, into the gravel world. I'd like to add a couple of tips to the list. If you're going to riding in the dark, don't just take bike lights, take a small head light with you. If you get a mechanical, you can't work on it with a bike light held on one hand. And especially if you ride alone, always tell somebody your route and your ETA. If or when something bad happens? Your phone might not be able to help you. I also carry a, small non-smart spare phone. That one works on a different network. Just in case my usual network doesn't have any coverage where I might be, the other one could. Speaking from experience. It really can be a life saver. I know you might not be always traveling far from home but it's always far enough.
Sweet Potatoes contain amylase, an enzyme that convert starch into sugar. The enzyme is activated while the sweet potato bakes. Since baking a sweet potato takes longer than steaming or frying, baked sweet potatoes are significantly higher on the glycemic index than the other cooking methods. I can imagine this comes in handy for high intensity rides.
Thanks for the clarification about ShakeDry and Paclite, I wanted to shout at the screen that a ShakeDry jacket would cost half of what my whole bicycle cost :D
My tip: buy a mountain bike in addition to your gravel bike. They both have their strengths, but doing some more technical single track riding will give you confidence to tackle anything you might find during a long gravel ride.
always use both brakes at the same time. If you ride loose gravel -> use more back brake. Tarmac -> more front. But always both of them. This tips works Snow, ice, gravel, sand, path and tarmac.
really low gearing if you plan on carrying stuff. i recently moved from a 40t chainring to an elliptical 38t with an 11-42 cassette. it means i don't suffer on climbs while i'm carrying stuff, which is most of what my riding is. the only "negative" is i get to stop pedalling and get aero slightly earlier on road descents
50 miles gravel…not = to 50 miles tarmac. Gotta adjust expectations. Rule of thumb for me on all day gravelly rides: prolly 35-55 miles with 3500-5500 elevation. Usually choose something within those boundaries…oh and don’t fall. Cuz it sux.
I have a idea if ya want for a future video- make a cool guide to your pedals- not a nerdy one comparing shimano spd to crank bros -and thanking about release angles yadda yadda yadda- I just wanna see what the gang is wearing shoe wise and pedal wise when out for a day. “Tell me about your pedals!”…also I think your camera glitched and cut out your arms for a bit-could not see them in some bits
0:55 no reason not to bring a shakedry jacket? How about they cost more than my bike. Gotta love these gauche caviar types subtlely get dunked on by Dustin mentioning his more affordable jacket like "seems to work 🤷🏻♀️" lol
I don't like you. Your videos are too good. Incredible really. And every time I watch, you "convince" me to buy baller/gucci @$$ equipment. It's not ok Dustin. It's not ok. LOVE YOUR CHANNEL BRAH! Hope to ride with you one day!
Putting the visor down on a helmet directs airflow over the helmet, putting it up allows more air to travel through the helmet. It's cooler to wear a visor hat and have air run through the helmet.
@@hambo76 but my mountain bike helmet with a visor has air running through to keep my head cool too, it’s designed to have a visor and good airflow. Everything I read about the visorless road helmets talks about vision issues but then I’m confused because they wear a visor anyway with the beanie.
Questions about Gravel tires? th-cam.com/video/BNGxZkhNIT4/w-d-xo.html
My tip: Enjoy the fact youre outside in nature. Stop and take a minute to enjoy the peace and quiet, along with the scenery.
There's so much to learn and much more to learn as you carry on, into the gravel world. I'd like to add a couple of tips to the list.
If you're going to riding in the dark, don't just take bike lights, take a small head light with you. If you get a mechanical, you can't work on it with a bike light held on one hand.
And especially if you ride alone, always tell somebody your route and your ETA. If or when something bad happens? Your phone might not be able to help you. I also carry a, small non-smart spare phone. That one works on a different network. Just in case my usual network doesn't have any coverage where I might be, the other one could. Speaking from experience. It really can be a life saver. I know you might not be always traveling far from home but it's always far enough.
These are some great tips Neil! Thanks for sharing.
Sweet Potatoes contain amylase, an enzyme that convert starch into sugar. The enzyme is activated while the sweet potato bakes. Since baking a sweet potato takes longer than steaming or frying, baked sweet potatoes are significantly higher on the glycemic index than the other cooking methods. I can imagine this comes in handy for high intensity rides.
Thanks for the clarification about ShakeDry and Paclite, I wanted to shout at the screen that a ShakeDry jacket would cost half of what my whole bicycle cost :D
Not only carry a multi tool, but be sure it has a chain breaker. Spare quick link is a good idea as well.
My tip: buy a mountain bike in addition to your gravel bike. They both have their strengths, but doing some more technical single track riding will give you confidence to tackle anything you might find during a long gravel ride.
Gearing (it doesn’t have to be a sufferfest), and tires (go wide, go tubeless and consider inserts for even lower pressure).
Wide gearing, wide bars, wide tires. W I D E R
Yes. I used front brake on a loose pack once. I think I dislocated my shoulder for a minute.
Try both brakes......
always use both brakes at the same time. If you ride loose gravel -> use more back brake. Tarmac -> more front. But always both of them. This tips works Snow, ice, gravel, sand, path and tarmac.
Turn + lose -14 grade front and back, or you are going DOWN.
A great pick of song, btw, And the beats go on. 1979 💥
Thanks man!
Thanks
Your editing style is crazy! It felt like watching a 15 minute video in 4 mins.
(Will reference your style in my next videos 😁)
really low gearing if you plan on carrying stuff. i recently moved from a 40t chainring to an elliptical 38t with an 11-42 cassette. it means i don't suffer on climbs while i'm carrying stuff, which is most of what my riding is. the only "negative" is i get to stop pedalling and get aero slightly earlier on road descents
Or you can run a 2x 🤣🤣
@@bindingcurve that would be better! but cheaper to buy a chainring than a whole new everything
I've got that Gore Pac Lite Jacket, love it.
Can you post the route pls? Looks so good.
Can you share the details on your green bike?
This channel always has the best bike food Tips 🤤👌🏻
Wow, thanks!
Ron. Tell us about your shades. Are they from Goodr?
My Endurance Race Cape has never let me down in the VT/NYC rain, and you can get them for ~$40USD
dude your rides are just amazing!!!!!!
Which song is playing at 1:50 counts as a gravel tip question?
Ron make sense - hat pants work good.
Your fan here from 🇵🇭👌
50 miles gravel…not = to 50 miles tarmac. Gotta adjust expectations. Rule of thumb for me on all day gravelly rides: prolly 35-55 miles with 3500-5500 elevation. Usually choose something within those boundaries…oh and don’t fall. Cuz it sux.
Mega vid, I love gravelling 🎉🎉🏁🏁
Dustin , I almost couldn't see you with all the camo gear!
Do you still have your Creo? If so, would love to see a long term review.
That looks like a great route! What did Ron say??? Keep 'er rollin boys.
There's no such thing as bad weather, just bad equipment. Love the Pacific NorthBEST!
Love the ride.
I need a playlist with your tunes player
Loving the helmet bro 👌 where can I get one of those?
ITs this helmet: Camo Helmet: bit.ly/3gzZLwu and I made this video about it: th-cam.com/video/OAjgUCGcuJc/w-d-xo.html
Would you mind letting me know where this is?
Would you recommend full suspension for gravel? All flat here. Just don't want the bejesus shaken out of my hands and ass.
Look at redshift sports
SHARED!!!
I have a idea if ya want for a future video- make a cool guide to your pedals- not a nerdy one comparing shimano spd to crank bros -and thanking about release angles yadda yadda yadda- I just wanna see what the gang is wearing shoe wise and pedal wise when out for a day. “Tell me about your pedals!”…also I think your camera glitched and cut out your arms for a bit-could not see them in some bits
water water water take with you, gravel ride they usually are out of town and shops
good stuff
0:55 no reason not to bring a shakedry jacket? How about they cost more than my bike. Gotta love these gauche caviar types subtlely get dunked on by Dustin mentioning his more affordable jacket like "seems to work 🤷🏻♀️" lol
Below 65° cover your knees.
Aren't they also killin goff shakeDry?
My tip: don’t think you have to spend a “down payment on a car” amount of money just to experience and enjoy gravel
1. Find some gravel and ride on it.
2. If you like it, find a bike that’s good for riding on gravel.
3. The end.
Uhh, get your braking done before you turn
Heck yes sweet potatoes
I don't like you. Your videos are too good. Incredible really. And every time I watch, you "convince" me to buy baller/gucci @$$ equipment. It's not ok Dustin. It's not ok.
LOVE YOUR CHANNEL BRAH! Hope to ride with you one day!
What are these videos for ants.
And another one pivots to using Ai art for video thumbnails.
Why do road cyclists shun helmet visors then just wear a visor hat anyway under their helmet
Putting the visor down on a helmet directs airflow over the helmet, putting it up allows more air to travel through the helmet. It's cooler to wear a visor hat and have air run through the helmet.
@@hambo76 but my mountain bike helmet with a visor has air running through to keep my head cool too, it’s designed to have a visor and good airflow. Everything I read about the visorless road helmets talks about vision issues but then I’m confused because they wear a visor anyway with the beanie.
bring a jacket.....says the guy not wearing gloves.
Warm core warm extremities.