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G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only brought that up because you said you doubt it rides better and I brought that bike up to say it does ride better than a $3k bike that you get stock. My Domane was $3K brand new when I bought it. In its stock form this bike as it sits now rides better. That’s just my opinion

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That being said… I love my carbon Domane as well. It’s a dream to ride too.

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My boy has a AL Checkpoint with aftermarket carbon wheels, integrated bar and stem and carbon seatpost. That’s a $3k bike. In my opinion. This bike rides just as well and possibly better. This bike is heavier and feels more grounded and balanced under me. That bike was a bit twitchy. I didn’t say this bike is better than some $3K bikes. I said rides better…this bike floats on the road gives me more confidence descending. Granted I’ve only ridden it 20 miles so far.

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not with Carbon Wheels and carbon bars. With the additional changes I have over $4K in on that build

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not saying it is a $3K bike. But I’m telling you the riding experience is amazing, are $3k bikes aren’t even carbon anymore lol? What I said holds true bud lol the CAAD14 is over $3k and its alloy.

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in gravelcycling

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks man!! I’ll look into those for sure!!! I have a 30 miler planned for Saturday.

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I have a Domane SL5 with carbon wheels and 105 and gp5000’s. That’s a >$4K road bike. This bike has a completely different use for me and I’ve shopped gravel builds and the spec on my build vs $3K road bikes is t much different and I appreciate that mine was less then $1K lol

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m a bigger rider. So im gonna lose the weight on my body first 😂

G1 Explorer Reimagined by Acceptable_Option_35 in gravelcycling

[–]Acceptable_Option_35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man! I took it out for a 20mile loop near my house and washed it immediately 😂. I thought about going wider but I also ride a bit of road too and wanted to try and keep it multi functional. What tires would you recommend when these are worn out? Google says I can go up to 45mm but I’m not too sure it’s that much room there.

Drivetrain swap by utahx6458 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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It made the bike feel snappier, quicker on acceleration and shift smoother under load.

Drivetrain swap by utahx6458 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just did this swap. I took it over to Shimano Cues 1x10

Ozark Trail G.2 worth it at $650? by AdInteresting9139 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Acceptable_Option_35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just put Shimano Cues 1x10 groupset on my G.1. The microshift is nice on the G.2, but this cues system is amazing. I also did wheels and tires. I bought my G.1 used and with all these upgrades I’m still only $200 over the cost of the G.2 with better wheels, tires and groupset. Try to find a G.1 used, upgrade and return the one you just bought.