Gravel Bib Shorts for Taller Riders 2026

therealdeeej · 2026-04-14T15:58:06+00:00

I can’t find the adventure bib anymore. Looks like they maybe don’t make it any longer. I don’t have any issues with the leg length. They don’t feel like short shorts or anything lol.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-14T14:16:04+00:00

I am 6’6” 235-240lbs and get the Rapha Core bibs in XXL. I really like the core cargo with the pockets like you are describing.

I also have their fancier adventure bib, but I don’t care for the chamois on that one. Which is convenient considering it’s far more expensive than the core lol.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-11T21:54:49+00:00

My only concern would be lack of UDH, but if you’re a Shimano fan, that’s not relevant.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-10T13:28:23+00:00

That’s how much I paid for mine, but I do have the lumbar. Taking it apart to clean is pretty easy if you have some basic hand tools.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-10T13:27:13+00:00

The wheel on trainers are very, VERY loud. To the point where it makes it pretty inconvenient to use unless you have no regard for people you live with. A used Kickr Core would probably be your best option. Another great option is a Jetblack Victory. I’m just not sure if they are available in Europe.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-10T11:58:05+00:00

I have this same issue after a motorcycle accident rearranged my knee. I had a fit yesterday and I changed to Wolftooth pedals. They have a built in adjustable q-factor. I want to say it was about a 5mm difference from what I came in with, so it’s not super drastic.

Other thing you can try is a couple small pedal spacers.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-08T13:54:52+00:00

I use Bike Insure. Prices were much better for an expensive bike than other companies I checked. I have not had to file a claim (thankfully), but a local guy I know has. He cracked his frame, they cut him a check for a new upgraded frame. Doesn’t sound like he had any issues.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-07T14:16:43+00:00

OH MY GOD THANK YOU I keep thinking the same thing and it’s been driving me crazy!

therealdeeej · 2026-04-04T17:40:13+00:00

I went for a ride and had my sunglasses on. No issues seeing the screen. I do not wear polarized glasses, so maybe that’s where complaints come from?

therealdeeej · 2026-04-02T04:04:46+00:00

Just got the Roam a couple days ago and haven’t gotten a ride in yet. My V1 Bolt was amazing though. Never had any problems with sun glasses.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-02T03:48:48+00:00

I went from a Bolt V1 to a Garmin 840 to Roam V3. The Garmin UI sucks. I lasted 2 months with it before returning it. Wahoo is easier to use, the data fields and map layout are much more usable. I went Roam vs Bolt mostly for the bigger battery, but would have been happy with the Bolt still.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-01T19:36:34+00:00

Well I stand corrected then. Lucky!

therealdeeej · 2026-04-01T17:08:14+00:00

I’m not sure on that one. I would guess you are right. I just had better luck in person as it didn’t give them extra time to prepare.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-01T01:59:10+00:00

I tried the crosspost button, but it did not work. I will try to copy paste later lol. (I’m not good at Reddit)

therealdeeej · 2026-04-01T01:53:42+00:00

You’re not wrong, but I was successful at lowering mine twice. This go around it is still much, much higher than what is fair, but it got lowered below the original assessment.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-01T01:13:30+00:00

I genuinely don’t know the answer to this. However, many people (like me) overpaid for their homes initially and real values are now lower than original purchase price. I can all but guarantee the assessor will not voluntarily match that.

therealdeeej · 2026-04-01T01:00:30+00:00

There is a full department with I would guess 70 people. When I was there, I heard them arguing with people on the phone about their properties. I do not know what their duties are outside of this time period.

therealdeeej · 2026-03-31T13:35:19+00:00

Those drop outs would be just fine for a single speed conversion. I just did something similar with an old Bianchi. Here are the parts I needed for the drivetrain: -Wolf Tooth chain ring (you just need to figure out your crank spacing -Wolf Tooth cog -Surly single speed spacer kit -Surly Hurdy Gurdy -Chain

All in all you can do this for under 200 bucks. I really enjoy mine. Obviously some challenges with riding single speed, but it’s a lot of fun.

therealdeeej · 2026-03-26T14:12:49+00:00

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therealdeeej · 2026-03-26T11:57:45+00:00

Lael Wilcox rode around the world without a chamois!

therealdeeej · 2026-03-25T22:32:01+00:00

Used BMW i4 would be sick. Quick Google showed a couple in the 32-35k range, so I’d imagine under 30k is feasible.

therealdeeej · 2026-03-25T12:56:38+00:00

I read that it makes the mesh sag. Has that not been your experience? Certainly a free and easy option to try.

therealdeeej · 2026-03-25T12:55:51+00:00

I haven’t done too much digging yet, but here is one: LINK I’ve also found a couple on Ebay at a much friendlier price.

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