New bike finally on the road — Wilier Rave SL with a gravel group set.
What an awesome ride — such a good decision. I had to stop for a mimosa and an espresso to celebrate the maiden ride. ...
Congrats on getting it on the maiden ride !!!
But are you sure a mimosa mid ride is wise??? 😂 Or perhaps the caffeine cancels it out. What are your thoughts on having some more rubber between you and road? J
Thank you, Jay! The mimosa came after the ride!!
Totally different ride than my other Wilier — the rolling resistance with the wider tires is very noticeable, but I am okay with that. The wheelbase is considerably longer, the handlebars have a different feel, and the overall sense of comfort, stability,...
Fantastic. Sounds like it’s a winner for you.
And the 1x drivetrain? I find it can been a little lacking for me on the real faster flats but I don’t have much of that where I am. I am also 99% on gravel with mine and so need the wider tires. Here’s to a good summer of new roads !
Great observation— I have only been riding paved, relatively flat roads so far..
I have been riding in a narrow range of gears under those conditions. Takes a little getting used to, but I think it will serve my riding style well. I also made the move to flat pedals which takes getting used to!
I noticed the pedals too.
Wasn’t sure if that was temporary or for a specific (limited) purpose. I sometimes switch out to the flat pedals on my mountain bike, but mostly I’m too lazy to do so even when it would be better on the flat pedals.