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Ten things Gravel Riders Need to be Prepared For
We reached out to fellow OBED employees and ambassadors to get the skinny on what one should be prepared for when venturing into the wild and wonderful world of riding gravel. No surprise, the list of considerations kept growing the more we thought about it... But we’ve narrowed it down to 10 things for brevity’s sake. Check them out below and see if there is anything you might not have thought about!
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2024 SBT GRVL: Champagne Wishes
The 2024 SBT GRVL gravel race was one of the best in the event's short history. But with a short history... can it be considered a classic? We think so! Take a cruise through our weekend in the high Colorado Rockies.
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Road Tires and Pressures
We primarily have two tires on offer, and they speak to how we ride and our willingness to explore some of the less smooth roads in and around our corner of the world.
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The Spirit of Gravel
Gravel… It’s here, and if you’re anything like us, you’re glad it isn't going anywhere.
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How to Clean Your OBED's Drivetrain
To ensure your OBED continues to perform at its best, maintaining the drivetrain is crucial. A clean drivetrain enhances efficiency and prolongs the life of its components. Yet, so many cyclists neglect this key part of bike ownership. Just as you need to keep your car lubed and oil-changed, you need to care for your OBED's drivetrain in the same way.
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Unbound 2024: Less Mud, More Gravel
Last year's 2023 race, the Mile of Mud, was a disaster, destroying bikes and sending many riders home defeated. In 2024, concerns about rain were high, but race day brought dry skies, transforming mud into dust. OBED riders, including Michael McNair, Audrey Mace, and Chris Brown.
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Traction Action: Choosing the Right Tires for Your OBED Gravel Bike
While component, saddle and stem length options are what make OBED gravel bike buying experience a special one, there's no bigger option on an OBED than choosing your tire. We walk through how to select the right tire tread and volume for the terrain you ride.
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California Dreaming: BWR San Diego
There are many Belgian Waffle Ride races, but there's only one that started 'em all: BWR San Diego. OBED was there for this iconic 13th-annual rite of Spring, and comes at you with all the details...plus a spicy teaser around BWR's next event in North Carolina.
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Transcordilleras: Cycling through Colombia's Andes
OBED athlete Austin Sullivan embarked on the formidable Transcordilleras journey in Colombia's Andes. Spanning 620 miles over 8 days, this challenging adventure wove through breathtaking landscapes, fostering connections and unforgettable experiences along the way.
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Prepping for Unbound XL with Austin Sullivan
So, you're gearing up for the XL, huh? Recently, I've had a couple of friends reach out about equipment and how to best prepare. I've responded to them individually, but I thought it would be more convenient to condense my advice into a single post. This isn't a completely comprehensive list, but it covers some key highlights to consider, even if you're starting at the Unbound start line for one of the shorter distances. Let's dive in.
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