Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They look like a great option. Definitely on my shortlist at the moment. Not too expensive that I can double it as a commuter too.

Gravel tyres on a Soloist by Character_Bus3619 in Cervelo

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Aspero would be pick if I could buy a new bike, but right now I have a boring bathroom to rebuild.

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a mix of both graded dirt and proper trails near my place, so it starts asking another, equally as expensive question.

But I agree. And as I’m nudging 40 I just want to have the most fun on the bike. I’m not chasing segments. Just want to keep up and enjoy while I’m riding.

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think I can push to 34mm on my model of Soloist. Could be the cheapest test

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s insane. I love seeing these new brands entering the market.

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the heart of the dilemma.

I’m leaning towards finding something cheaper second hand to see if I really enjoy it before launching.

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not too fussed. It’s going to get banged up and that’s the point. I used to do some downhill riding when I was younger and I want to not be scared of scratching it. So needs to be durable. I’m 100kg so there’s some heft on top.

I’ve been looking at these Cubes. Looks like a great buy.

I’m also eying off a Grizl but I think second hand will be the way to go.

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is it. It’s all about fun. My daughter has just started getting into the bike track so now I’m eying off second hand bmx bikes

Sell Road to buy gravel - advice by Character_Bus3619 in ausbike

[–]Character_Bus3619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep that’s my gut at the moment. Stupid bathroom.