All bike related stuff. I will do some reviews, instructional videos and of course post several of my rides. At least one new video each week, typically on Wednesday or Thursday.
As someone whom rides a ton I can not overstate the importance of getting a bike fit! No matter what kind of a deal you get on a bike its not worth it if you cant get comfortable on said bike. Get a fit with your dimensions THEN pick your bike based off of what will fit you best. All good bike suggestions just do your research first to make sure the bike will fit you as you need.
@thewisconsingravelcyclist I agree completely!!! I got a good deal on the first bike I bought 14 years ago, but the bike was too big. I eventually sold it because it just never fit right. And if possible, it's good to test ride the bike before you buy it.
@@TysRides I agree! I’m just concerned about how it would function for the multi uses I am looking for. It’s missing good hard mounting options and I’d like to use the bike to commute, grocery, and bike pack. Salsa beats it in being able to add racks. But salsa range is pretty short for if I’m trying to bike pack. What do you think? It would mostly be used as a joy commuter since I already have a salsa vaya that I love
hey! As a Double decker handle bar 2021 GRXDi2 Grail Rider... be nice! (*it was great price for the spec during the pandemic- and got me watching your videos!)... but yes, I'm looking for a new bike for next summer. lots of miles on this guy!
@patrickzimmerly3737 hey! I never said they didn't work! Actually, I can absolutely understand how they would be beneficial. I just could never get over the look. Kinda like aero bars. Functional, yes. But just look bad. Glad to have you here, Patrick!
@joshwagner346 so I had a 2018 Diverge. It was great, but eventually, the future shock needed to be replaced, which was fine. But the thing is, more moving parts, the more stuff to go wrong or need fixed. Just something to consider. The Canyons look good, imo.
@@TysRides yeah I have a Salsa Journeyer GRX600 650b. Got it last Black Friday for 1800, now you can get the same bike for 1500 🙂. It's my first gravel bike, it's a little long wheelbase, I think it's more intended as a adventure touring bike then a general purpose gravel bike but it works great for me. I put my 700c wheels on it for riding mostly road, and then I put the 650b wheels with knobby tires and have done some cross races on it. And look at the picture on the website, the thing is highlighter yellow, so it looks good and it's a fun bike to ride.
Another great list! I ride a Norco Search XR Steel gravel bike and it looks like Norco has a pretty good sale going on. You can get the steel Search XR S2 originally $2700 for $2159 or the aluminum Search XR A2 originally $1650 for $1319.
Sorry, my life isn't worth $200.00. Maybe $50.00. I won't be using this overpriced googaw. Please stop selling safety equipment as luxury items and price them appropriately. Cycling has gotten outrageously expensive.
Great video love it! helped me out to choose out a bike. But I highly recommend you looking at commuter/gravel bike "Marin Muirwood (2023)". Highly underrated bike, and is built like a lightweight tank. Its also under a 1000 dollars/euros/pounds and its just a bang for a buck.
In the good old days before all the marketing bullshit about bike packing and gravel, you used to be able to walk into a bike shop and buy a touring bike. The genuine all purpose bike, built to last a lifetime, for long days in the saddle, that'll handle everything from shopping to the desert to commuting. Nowadays most online shops don't even have a touring bike category. Where I live in Italy, bikes are seen exclusively as sports equipment, so it's all about racing. They sell road and gravel bikes, mountain bikes, etc., but the genuine all purpose touring bike is simply not available. It's a huge disservice to the culture of cycling imo.
@robappleby583 yes, I actually remember those days vaguely. When I first started riding, most brands offered dedicated touring bikes. You can still find them, but not nearly as common.
Great video! I was in that group you rode with for a bit - blue Rapha jersey on the orange 3T bike. And yes I probably should have stopped at the self-service water station... but was feeling the momentum and powered through. Awesome race and thanks for putting this video together!
@@TysRides the our story video on their website says it's element... had to look it up myself. I guess if you use acronyms it's up to the user to interpret.
@richardvaughn168 I think he definitely made me ride faster, so I was happy about that. Brett is a good dude. I was just happy I learned it was an e-bike after, or my soul would have been crushed lol.
Ty- Thank you so much for your support for the Rutlader ride and the For Elysa Foundation. As Elysa’s dad, I can say your videos are a great way for us to continue getting the word out. God Bless.
@jaimerojas7695 it's absolutely my pleasure! I enjoy making the videos, especially for an event like this. The whole event and the cause is just fantastic. Thank you!
I am so glad I watched this as I was trying my guts out to keep up with Brett -now I know he was on an e-bike.Thanks for the video Ty. Great work. Fun ride. See you out there . Martin!
I really wanted to ride this, but I wanted to be with my homies for the Just A Chill Ride in Dwight a little bit more. It kinda sux that we have to choose between rides a lot of the time.
@robappleby583 cheap steel bikes are compared to aluminum and carbon. At least my Kona is compared to my other bikes. High end steel is not, though, so you are correct in that sense.
Holy crap! How about my bike, the Velotric T1 ST and my friend's bike the FLX Babymaker 2. They look as little like e-bikes as most of these options and they don't cost more than my car.
I ride my Yamaha Wabash RT as often as I can. The MSRP is $4200. I paid $1700. Yamaha also giving me a free battery. Both these factors enhance the joy of using my Yamaha e-bike.
Yamaha does have a great deal on the Wabash right now! I am tempted to get one, but the weight of the bike is holding me back! I worry it would be too heavy to carry up and down two flights of stairs or to lift on to a hitch rack.
One point to make, if you can find a bike with good bones, you can build on it. Many brands use the same frame from entry level on up. Many say it isnt worth it, but there is also great value in learning bike mechanic skills. Those skills will save you more money in the long run. Just a different way to look at it.
I think you said you don’t like the looks of a mid drive motor but from my study of e-bikes it’s the best type just so you know ❤ I have a 2023 Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 Super Light 🎉
From PA. On a 50 State 50 mile gravel bucket list. I now have 52 races in for 30 Startes. The Pony Express at Marysville Kansas was my first in 2017. Have done Humphrey's and probably going to try and swing the 6 race series of Flint Hills this year. Flint Hills/Open Range/Mule Skinner/Rock Ridge/and Pony Express. Hopefully I didn't miss one. Thanks for the video.
Pinarello. It's for people who daily drive a Porsche and think it's an inexpensive car. For us common folk, it just looks like it's trying too hard. I'd take a Salsa or a Niner over a Pinarello. But I'm just a poor dude.
I think you might be right. Be aware of all the Shimano stuff coming from a 3rd party seller. They will try to trick you too by putting the legit Amazon store linked with the item. I ordered some pulley wheels, thinking they were legit, and saw the seller after ordering. When I called to cancel, the guy at Amazon told me they trick ppl by putting the store link. Sad Amazon can't police this better.
