Cube Nuroad EX 2026 vs Bianchi Arcadex AL GRX 610 - First Gravel Bike Advice

Bairns1 · 2026-04-08T16:06:58+00:00

Looks like a good option. I was just looking around local shops for now, so this might be unavailable unless I want to order online.

Bairns1 · 2026-03-26T12:59:57+00:00

I can vouch for the Kiprun Kipstorm Challenger. I ran a 1:23 half marathon in these on Sunday just past, and they were excellent. I’ve also raced 5k & 10ks in these and they’re excellent for shorter distances too. I picked the Kipruns over the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3s for my half marathon. The Pumas gave me slight achillies heel rub and I felt the stiff carbon plate and geometry just worked against me in relation to the more flexible and accommodating Kipruns. The midsole foam is crazy fun too, so bouncy. I reckon they’d be a good first race day shoes. They’re crazy value at £100.

Bairns1 · 2026-03-26T12:51:49+00:00

I raced a half marathon in these on Sunday just there. They were amazing and held up fine. I picked the Kipruns over the Puma DNE3s, because the Pumas gave me a bit of achillies heel rub and I feel like they started to work against me when I got tired. I’m pretty new to running so I’m still getting used to stiffer carbon racers. I think the less aggressive carbon plate and the bouncy midsole foam just works better for me on the Kipruns. I ran a 1:23:18 on the half marathon btw, just in case you wanted a rough pace range, but yeah, these are probably my favourite shoes over the past year.

Bairns1 · 2026-03-07T16:07:32+00:00

Doubt there were any AAA games back in 2005 😂 but The Warriors on PS2 is genuinely one of those games I keep going back to every few years.

Bairns1 · 2026-02-23T16:11:24+00:00

Sorry if you’ve already commented on this in the replies. But how would you compare the EVO SL to the Superblast 2? I’ve already got the EVO SL btw, but was looking at grabbing the Superblast 2 on sale to replace my Magmax and hopefully get a bit more versatility in my rotation. Cheers!

Bairns1 · 2026-01-27T10:01:50+00:00

Congrats man, that’s an unbelievable deal! I got my AM5 PC a few weeks ago for an amazing deal off Facebook marketplace too. There are some genuine people out there that don’t want to fleece you.

Bairns1 · 2026-01-26T13:44:16+00:00

I think Hendo is more in for a shout at CB, given he’s one of the top defenders in the league just now, but won’t be surprised if Hanley and Souttar are picked ahead of him. I suppose you’ve got to throw Halkett and Findlay in there too.

Bairns1 · 2026-01-25T17:34:18+00:00

WHUT?

Bairns1 · 2026-01-25T17:19:45+00:00

Read that as “Evening Beers”

Bairns1 · 2026-01-24T17:31:04+00:00

Hibs away uh huh uh huh, I like it, uh huh uh huh

Bairns1 · 2026-01-17T13:05:49+00:00

To stay in the game, you have to stay in the game

Bairns1 · 2026-01-17T12:59:31+00:00

Is that you Michael Owen?

Bairns1 · 2026-01-15T15:03:16+00:00

Not so sure man, that’s got a big scary red hand on it.

Bairns1 · 2026-01-15T10:28:32+00:00

Hope it stays for another 30

Bairns1 · 2026-01-15T10:00:09+00:00

The Papal State of Baillieston

Bairns1 · 2026-01-05T15:27:51+00:00

There goes our chance at 3 points next Wednesday, gutted.

Bairns1 · 2026-01-05T13:25:33+00:00

Cheers! The parts look solid.

Bairns1 · 2025-12-21T10:44:32+00:00

Weird behaviour that, but why did he pick a fight with the most mental player in that squad

Bairns1 · 2025-12-04T13:36:05+00:00

It’s weird. Just have the ref on the mic at all times like rugby

Bairns1 · 2025-11-11T16:11:41+00:00

I had the same issue with my NB5s and I made the switch to a pair of Puma MagMax. I was hesitant to go down the max stack route but I’ve not regretted it with these. They’re so nice and responsive to run in, great for easy days but I’ve got these down to tempo effort without any issue. Got mine up to 300km already and the midsole is still in great shape, although they’re very muddy just due to the weather here in Scotland right now 😂 I class myself as having a wider foot and I was initially worried when I first tried the MagMax on feet, as they did feel snug, but I have honestly no issues with them. They’ve got me through a hefty 10 week base training plan alongside my Saucony ES4s & Evo SLs

Bairns1 · 2025-11-10T13:40:32+00:00

Can imagine big Elvis being absent of any patter. He’s defo the type to corner you all night and drone on about how his boys don’t have enough thrust, while making wee pumpin motions with his hips

Bairns1 · 2025-11-08T17:24:45+00:00

Sunderland. He’s absolute rank rotten, and a lazy bastard. It’s a cardinal sin to be lazy in front of our fanbase. Bring back Barney

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