For most riders, how fast/slow is a Gravel Bike on the road? | Comparison Test & Expert Opinion
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ม.ค. 2024
- In this video, we look at the main tech differences between gravel and road bikes, we offer insights into the ride feel of each and we reflect on our many test rides on the road doing a bit of a performance comparison between the two bikes - which actually produced some unexpected results. Big thanks to Prof Jeroen Swart (of Team UAE Emirates) and Kevin Benkenstein for weighing in with their take on the matter. You can check out our full review of the Trek Checkpoint here: bikenetwork.co.za/review-trek...
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After riding a Trek Marlin hardtail for 3 years I realized that I was doing 90+% of my riding on roads, and not singletrack. I decided I needed a new bike that was right for the job. I went back and forth between the Domane and the Checkpoint, but finally went with the Checkpoint. I have the same 2023 SL5 in the radioactive red. 3500+ miles later I'm still loving it. At the age of 61, and having been out of cycling for 3 decades, it does all the things I need it to do. I do realize that the rolling resistance is there; but I can always buy a second wheel set with tiny road tires if I really need to go faster.
Living your best life at 61. Chapeau to you Sir!
I am currently in the exact same situation. I have a Marlin, but I enjoy going for longer rides also on pavement. The Domane seems perfectly capable for light gravel (unlike the shown Emonda)but I think I will also get the Checkpoint (ALR) because of the additional mounting points for bike packing. Nice to hear that you like your Checkpoint.
@@a.h.534 I like the fact that the Checkpoint geometry lets me ride a bit more upright. My ancient lower back appreciates that every time I go out. I also noticed during test rides that the carbon frame sucks up the bumps quite a bit more. A bit pricier, but once again, my old bones are much happier after a rough stretch of road.
I've been MTB for about a year now and watched your Cypher vs Cypher RS video before buying the Cypher 120. And, as luck would have it, I am now looking to do some road riding and, hey presto, you have a video that's given me some insights. Been stuck debating the Road vs Gravel bike thing... this helps... A LOT! Thank you!
Nice! All the best!
Great review. Enjoy all your videos
I have been an mtb for 2 yrs now and in the market for a roadie, i basically do it for fun, not competitive, all suggestions are welcome please
@@mahennaiker5072 Cheers mate. Suggestions would be to stay within your budget, buy from a store near to you that will help you with things down the line and buy a strong brand that has good representation in the country. Lastly, it doesn't HAVE to be carbon. There are some incredible alloy options available
@bikenetwork_SA Thank you so so much for your advice. will do some research cheers
Great video, thanks. After years of thinking gravel bikes were a waste of time, I have recently bought one and absolutely love it, on and off road.
Just one thing, your professor needs to go back to physics class. No bike can be any faster than any other bike at 40 kph.
He said … The aero road bike with narrow tires is 5-7% faster at 40kph than the gravel bike with 40mm tires. So the gravel bike is simply going 5-7% slower than 40kph. We can do that math.
Great video - fantastic presentation and quality.
I’m an average rider and I’m training for a full distance triathlon that bikes through the alps this June. I’m getting stronger and am looking to replace my 20-year-old road racer with a new bike. My basic goal is to finish: is it crazy to think about doing this with a new Gravel frame set with aero wheels and 32mm tires? How much harder do you have to work on the flats (which will be rather limited in my race) with a gravel bike given identical tires and wheels?
Cheers for the kind words.
First off, don't sell that 20-year-old road bike - it sounds like it might become a collectors item.
To answer your question - it's not crazy - it boils down to aero drag and rolling resistance so if you match the wheels and tyres then just slam the bars and you'll be good to go. You won't work much harder on the flats but should be a lot more comfortable - which is key to finishing.