LOL, I have used 2 different CycloCross bikes for gravel Grinding. A '12 Jamis Nova Pro, and a '18 Fuji Cross 1.1. Still have the Jamis and swap wheels between Gravel and road riding. Sold the Fuji to my Bro-in-Law. Liked the Disk brakes of the Fuji, but HATED the 1x11. Was horrible for road use, and not that great for gravel. Still Have the Jamis and have swapped the chainrings around a few times to match my '11 Trek Madone. Would rather jump on and ride than waste time driving somewhere to ride. Bring your MTB here and we'll ride! (on the road)
Jamis, with road setup
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Nice. I was looking at Jamis' gravel bike, they're one of the only ones that accepts up to a 50c tire. Turns out their distribution is one of the worst. They won't sell or ship direct, and dealers never know when they'll get some. Covid destroyed bike availability.
Decided to go gravel. This is my entry into something that isn't a MTB, so I don't need much. Ordered it this morning!
Poseidon X. For a rugged city commute this should do me good for a while.
It'll take up to 42c or 44c. And it looks absolutely badass. And at an untouchable price. I'm gonna change all the cage bolts and rack bolts to matte black.
If I want to change the gearing or I don't like the drivetrain, at this price I can change out shifter, derailleur and cassette for Deore and still make out like a bandit.
Time for me to get used to skinnier tires.