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liquid42

Down to 3 choices, newbie looking for a gravel bike

New to the sport and cycling in general. I want something speedy on pavement, but capable on gravel. Out of the 3 below which one is the best deal in terms of specs offered.

Thanks in advance.

2021

Giant Revolt 0

Norco Search XR A1

Rocky Mountain Solo 50

Posted Jun 14, 2021, 10:52 PM UTC

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mattyc59•

I have the search xr and I love it. I just got it in may, I’ve got about 900km on it so far in all conditions and terrains. I feel the resistance on pavement with those stock tires though. Definitely limits my speed... Last ride I did though, averaged 28km/h on pavement and I am a newbie. The norco was the only available to me at my location but they’re all great options.

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aitaboy•

Do you think the Norco Search is a capable road bike with the right tires?

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mattyc59•

I think so. I’m still trying to decide what tire to get. I think with a 34 or 38, such as the panaracer gravelling+ slick I’m sure it would be a big change

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NickGSBC•

I’d got Solo 50 because I’m an 1x fan. Otherwise specs pretty similar across all of these. Can you actually get them and how do they fit?

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Divergee5•

I would pick the Giant, the Norco being a close runner up. Both have very good specs.

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