This is the finished product.
Built with intention. Built for where I actually ride.
The
@cannondaleroad Topstone + Lefty combo was the logical choice for me. Around here, gravel isnât smooth or fastâitâs beat-up fire roads, MTB trails, slow lines, and constant chatter. More cushion, more control, less fighting the bike. Comfort isnât a luxuryâitâs speed where I live.
The
@reservewheels 40|44 wheels were an obvious pick. Right now, this is the sweet spot of gravel: aero where it matters, wide where it counts. Stable, fast, and ready for big tires without compromise.
Drivetrain went full function over fashion.
@shimanogravel GRX hoods and brakes for control and comfort, paired with a more MTB-inspired 1x setupâ46t up front, 10-51 in the back. A massive range for steep trails, loaded riding, and fast descents where you still want to pedal.
And like every bike I rideâroad, gravel, MTB, fatbikeâthe
@reformsaddle Seymour saddle had to be there. Not because my anatomy is âweird,â but because I have a few quirks. A restriction in my left leg that used to lead to numbness. Since switching to a heat-shaped saddle that actually fits me, that issue almost disappeared. Performance starts with comfort. Always.
This bike isnât built for perfect gravel.
Itâs built for real gravel. And I canât wait to ride it. đ˛âď¸