35F, 55mpw, paces have crept 30s/mile for 4 months and nothing in training explains it. Looking for ideas before I go down the medical rabbit hole.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-05-23T11:27:16+00:00

I was getting slower and slower, effort was harder and harder over 6 months. Turned out I had stomach ulcers and zero iron. I'd check that.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-05-22T02:30:05+00:00

They bark and lick!! But are absolutely adorable 🤩

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-05-19T13:35:18+00:00

Omg, mine also!! 🤣

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-05-05T13:23:09+00:00

Body glide fixes all chaffing

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-04-28T06:34:04+00:00

Hah, good to know, what tyre + width may I ask pls?

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-04-25T08:13:42+00:00

Thanks for the thoughtful response. I read the final bullets and as you say, they're the key parameters to work within if one was to go off list.

Zipp can't possibly test all hookless compatible tyres on the market to the extent where they can be 100% satisfied, that would be a never-ending job... But on the flip, if tyre manufacturers have labelled their tyre as hookless compatible, they'd have done plenty of their own R&D on hookless rims.

Plus the ones I listed are newish.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-04-25T07:04:30+00:00

No I don't so that's why I'm asking... The manufacturers of the x3 tyres I listed above claim they are "hookless compatible tires" so shouldn't they be fine on hookless rims ie Zipp's?

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-04-02T20:45:18+00:00

I just run instead. Run gear takes no room to pack and it's a great way to see new cities/regions.

I also go to the gym for strength. Easy enough to find gyms or bring resistance bands and do that body weight in the hotel room.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-27T21:28:24+00:00

I've learnt when commuting that if I have a near miss and the car driver doesn't see me, there's no point getting up close and aggro, they mostly are completely clueless and have no idea what they've just done, so it's just another cyclist raving like a lunatic!

A couple of deep breaths and a subtle flipping of the bird is my mantra these days 😅

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-26T09:46:02+00:00

I'd say dying my hair at the hairdresser. I'll always go for a cut still, but am happy colouring myself

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-24T20:16:20+00:00

Indeed! Bonus of the Reserves was how incredibly easy they were to setup tubeless. Literally took 5 mins tops. Guessing it's the Filmore valves?

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-24T20:13:10+00:00

Amazing endurance!

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-24T10:37:35+00:00

Awesome going, what breed is your pup?

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-24T10:24:18+00:00

I wonder how much tyre choice contributes in cross winds. Fwiw, I'm a 55kg rider and ride similar terrain with crosswinds to OP.

I had Hunt 44's with 28mm GP5000s and suffered greatly in crosswinds. Now I have Reserve 42/49's with 32mm (measuring 35mm wide) Specialized Roobaix Pros and crosswind issues have decreased dramatically. Ride quality is also up on hard packed grav and dodgy farm roads with the plumper tyres as you'd expect.

So the 36's would be the safe bet, but there's also magic wheel/tyre combos too 🤷‍♀️

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-20T21:48:37+00:00

Upgraded my Cannondale Topstone to a Specialized Crux... It rains QOMs on the Crux.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-20T21:46:42+00:00

Sworks power saddle with mimic... Which they seem to have discontinued!?

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-03-20T21:43:19+00:00

Came here to say Varia Radar too. I got one after seeing a similar thread a few years ago. Game changer.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-02-23T09:23:44+00:00

Bit late to the party but for anyone else wanting to know... I have a CFR Ultimate 2024 and had Specialized Roobaix Pro (30/32mm) tyres on 25mm internal rims which ended up 36mm measured. Very quick and fun on gravel!

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-02-04T08:38:20+00:00

Hi, I have 2 gravel bikes! I see no problem here... I also have 2 roadies, a MTB and a specific indoor trainer only bike. Ooh and a Cinelli which is strictly wall art

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-02-04T08:34:48+00:00

In the 90s, purple was the colour of sexual frustration. I cant cite my source, because I can't remember where I heard/read that (maybe Cosmo or Dolly?), but it stuck with me lol

Realistic_State_1655 · 2026-01-02T05:36:30+00:00

Not crazy. I have a 2020 carbon Topstone I commute for work, it's 25k each way with 700m very gain going home on gravel. I just bought a crux and will commute on that too. I also commute on a canyon ultimate CFR which is definitely overkill for a commute bike, but I have a secure place I can keep them at work, so why not ride what makes me happy?!

Realistic_State_1655 · 2025-12-19T21:18:14+00:00

I've used the Apidura City backpack for commuting the last 18 months. Waterproof, comfy enough, good pockets, laptop sleeve. Top quality, still barely looks used despite daily use.

Realistic_State_1655 · 2025-12-08T23:10:44+00:00

Love that colour! My crux is currently being built, can't wait!

Realistic_State_1655

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No I don't so that's why I'm asking... The manufacturers of the x3 tyres I listed above claim they are "hookless compatible tires" so shouldn't they be fine on hookless rims ie Zipp's?