The BikeRadar Podcast Gravel bike setup tips: gearing, wheel size, dropper posts, suspension and more
May 6, 2022
Cycling experts Vera Ngosi-Sambrook, Felix Smith, and Tom Marvin discuss gravel bike setup tips, from drivetrains to wheel sizes. They delve into gearing preferences, hydraulic vs. mechanical disc brakes, and the debate between 650B and 700C wheels. The conversation also covers the use of tire inserts, dropper posts, and suspension options for a comfortable and enjoyable gravel biking experience.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Gravel Bike Setup Preferences and Considerations
02:18 • 15min
Optimal Gearing Setup for Gravel Bikes
16:49 • 3min
Hydraulic vs. Mechanical Disc Brakes in Gravel Bikes
20:12 • 3min
Comparing 650B and 700C Wheels in Gravel Bikes
23:26 • 11min
Exploring the Use of Tire Inserts in Biking
34:23 • 4min
Exploring Dropper Posts and Suspension for Gravel Bikes
38:27 • 17min
Tips for Comfortable and Enjoyable Gravel Bike Setup
54:59 • 2min