# \#bike **URL:** https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/tag/bike/31.md [Latest](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/tags.md) --- ## [Specialized Crux Owners - Clearance and next gen](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/specialized-crux-owners-clearance-and-next-gen/95597)
**Author:** [@tiptoppenguin](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/tiptoppenguin)\ **Replies:** 686\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2026, 11:10pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/specialized-crux-owners-clearance-and-next-gen/95597 "2026-11-08T23:10:30Z")
Fellow crux owners. A few questions for you. What is the max tire size you have put on? Thinking of trying a 2.1 in front with my 47 pathfinder in back. Curious anything one else has tried? Do we think 2026 will be a n… --- ## [The Bike Fitting Mega-Thread](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/the-bike-fitting-mega-thread/10527)
**Author:** [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Replies:** 1966\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 11:58pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/the-bike-fitting-mega-thread/10527 "2026-11-02T23:58:21Z")
This is a primary thread to discuss Bike Fitting methods and issues. I will edit this lead post with useful links for starters. Feel free to post your questions and issues, and we will do our best to address them. A … --- ## [Short Cranks on Road Bike Vs Mountain Bike](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/short-cranks-on-road-bike-vs-mountain-bike/115309)
**Author:** [@Fats](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Fats)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 12:13pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/short-cranks-on-road-bike-vs-mountain-bike/115309 "2026-10-30T12:13:33Z")
I have just recently changed my road bike and my new bike has 165mm cranks fitted. Should I now change my mountain bike cranks (170mm) to the same length? My mountain bike has a power meter crank fitted, so I’m reluctant… --- ## [Configure Peloton Bike+ to act as smart trainer: Grupetto app](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/configure-peloton-bike-to-act-as-smart-trainer-grupetto-app/115238)
**Author:** [@ericrpeterson](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/ericrpeterson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 8:00pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/configure-peloton-bike-to-act-as-smart-trainer-grupetto-app/115238 "2026-10-22T20:00:08Z")
It is a straightforward process to make this change; Install OpenPelo on Windows or Mac Enable developer options on Peloton and enable USB Debugging Connect computer to Peloton with USB cable From OpenPelo, install Gru… --- ## [Sizing down MTB](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sizing-down-mtb/114927)
**Author:** [@lucho](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/lucho)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 4:40pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sizing-down-mtb/114927 "2026-10-16T16:40:10Z")
Hi All, Thinking about sizing down on my next bike (Likely an Epic 9). Currently ride an Epic Evo 2022 - Medium. It rides good but frequently I feel I stand too tall. Testing a size Small in my area is tough. I ride a 5… --- ## [Buycycle.com , a heaven for scammers and fakes?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/buycycle-com-a-heaven-for-scammers-and-fakes/103564)
**Author:** [@Roadie72](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Roadie72)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 11:44am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/buycycle-com-a-heaven-for-scammers-and-fakes/103564 "2026-10-06T11:44:00Z")
I will paste here a thread I started on another platform, I am sure many of you would be interested to find a genuine experience with buycycle, not faked or AI “reviews” Started to use buycycle in February-March, lookin… --- ## [Let's see your paincave!](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/lets-see-your-paincave/375)
**Author:** [@D\_LICHTENBERGER](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/D_LICHTENBERGER)\ **Replies:** 2988\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 1:01pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/lets-see-your-paincave/375 "2026-09-30T13:01:36Z")
Let’s see your set up! What works and what could be better? Computer is behind the wall. Ant+ dongles are in a wall outlet behind the bike. What works: this set up is great. Speakers, TV and computer monitor. The fa… --- ## [Upgrades to improve long distance suitablity](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/upgrades-to-improve-long-distance-suitablity/114945)
**Author:** [@ljuvlig-bawdy](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/ljuvlig-bawdy)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 1:49am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/upgrades-to-improve-long-distance-suitablity/114945 "2026-09-15T01:49:55Z")
Leading of from my dnf’d 220km audax (dnf on time not riding a bloody long way) I want to do it again, well ride that is not fail! So the bike prob needs some adjustments, partly postition, partly gears and def rolling r… --- ## [Will Ibis create a new Exie?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/will-ibis-create-a-new-exie/114954)
**Author:** [@HumpDiesel](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/HumpDiesel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 10:16pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/will-ibis-create-a-new-exie/114954 "2026-09-13T22:16:15Z")
Just a question I’m pondering? They came out with the new Ripley SL and it looks great, haven’t ridden, but does that leave room or shut the door to a full XC race rig? --- ## [New Enve MOG coming next year?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-enve-mog-coming-next-year/114490)
**Author:** [@lucho](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/lucho)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 6:11pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-enve-mog-coming-next-year/114490 "2026-09-10T18:11:11Z")
Heard an interesting rumor today. Enve has a new MOG ready. Seems that the delay is that the current model keeps selling very well. Allegedly the new model is a race oriented version. Better Aero Lighter The MOG is pr… --- ## [TrainerRoad users' bikes](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-users-bikes/231)
**Author:** [@willow15](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/willow15)\ **Replies:** 2943\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 1:00am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-users-bikes/231 "2026-09-02T01:00:37Z")
Let’s see what the good people are riding, I’ll start. Argon 18 E116. --- ## [What setup would you have for a road bike for overseas travel?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-setup-would-you-have-for-a-road-bike-for-overseas-travel/92780)
**Author:** [@Brent](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Brent)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 12:14am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-setup-would-you-have-for-a-road-bike-for-overseas-travel/92780 "2026-08-27T00:14:39Z")
Over the past few years I’ve been renting bikes when I travel to Europe. I’m a road cyclist and usually don’t have any problems finding a place to rent a bike. That is until this year. The city was smaller and had no r… --- ## [Gravel / Cyclocross Crossover Options in 2026](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/gravel-cyclocross-crossover-options-in-2026/114593)
**Author:** [@gvmcd](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/gvmcd)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 3:08pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/gravel-cyclocross-crossover-options-in-2026/114593 "2026-08-14T15:08:57Z")
Are there any obvious options that fit the bill in 2026 that would handle well in a cyclocross race but also be a little more comfortable for longer gravel rides (decent tyre clearance is my main consideration rather tha… --- ## [Those who have “downsized” on frames and ran longer stems - does it actually feel better/faster?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/those-who-have-downsized-on-frames-and-ran-longer-stems-does-it-actually-feel-better-faster/114526)
**Author:** [@tiptoppenguin](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/tiptoppenguin)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 9:02pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/those-who-have-downsized-on-frames-and-ran-longer-stems-does-it-actually-feel-better-faster/114526 "2026-08-12T21:02:10Z")
I am 188cm and usually run 58cm frames. A lot of ppl I know who are the same height and very similar saddle height have been downsizing their frames and running a longer stem with spacers. My question is has anyone done … --- ## [SID 3P remote: Squidlock or Twin Stick or?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sid-3p-remote-squidlock-or-twin-stick-or/114436)
**Author:** [@Saddlesaur](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Saddlesaur)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 3:27pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sid-3p-remote-squidlock-or-twin-stick-or/114436 "2026-08-07T15:27:20Z")
I’m looking for a lever style remote for SID suspension. I have a dropper too. The Orbea Squidlock or Fox Twin Stick remotes (7mm pull) look like they’ll do the job for both the sus and dropper. Any suggestions or adv… --- ## [Calling All Flight Attendant Owners!](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/calling-all-flight-attendant-owners/96989)
**Author:** [@VEPIC16](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/VEPIC16)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2026, 7:25pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/calling-all-flight-attendant-owners/96989 "2026-07-14T19:25:12Z")
I have the incessant desire to install a sid sl flight attendant fork on my Epic World Cup, which for those who don’t know has a proprietary rear shock, so its basically the same scenario as putting flight attendant on a… --- ## [Enve MOG vs Cervelo Aspero](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/enve-mog-vs-cervelo-aspero/101619)
**Author:** [@djhnz](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/djhnz)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2026, 10:31pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/enve-mog-vs-cervelo-aspero/101619 "2026-06-19T22:31:05Z")
I’m looking for a replacement for my Aspero, which overall i am very happy with. However, mine is from 2019 - and really want internal cables, and electronic shifting. I’m looking for something similar in the sense it’s … --- ## [Heavy rider gravel bike](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/heavy-rider-gravel-bike/113809)
**Author:** [@martenk](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/martenk)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/heavy-rider-gravel-bike/113809 "2026-06-02T14:33:56Z")
Hi Folks, a buddy of mine is trying to improve fitness and wants to get back into cycling after a very long absence. Unfortunately this absence was accompanied by significant weight gain and we struggle to find an entry… --- ## [2026 Aethos? Thoughts?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2026-aethos-thoughts/105782)
**Author:** [@SUZ18](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/SUZ18)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 4:35pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2026-aethos-thoughts/105782 "2026-05-29T16:35:51Z")
What do yall think they are gonna do with the atheos? It was also released around the time of the Crux. So I would expect it to be updated, too. I am thinking it will become a non aero light weight version of the new ap… --- ## [Specialized vs. S-Works](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/specialized-vs-s-works/13884)
**Author:** [@Dan\_Dima-ala](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Dan_Dima-ala)\ **Replies:** 107\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 5:57pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/specialized-vs-s-works/13884 "2026-05-22T17:57:54Z")
I am in the market for a new bike frame and the most likely choice is a Specialized Tarmac Pro 2019 frameset. I am coming from a Specialized Allez E5 2017 (my first serious road bike) and think the new frameset would be … --- ## [Best Racing Gravel Bike 2025](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/best-racing-gravel-bike-2025/102260)
**Author:** [@alexfthenakis](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/alexfthenakis)\ **Replies:** 246\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 1:44am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/best-racing-gravel-bike-2025/102260 "2026-05-19T01:44:40Z")
Was about to go post here and felt like it was probably time for us to make something new for the likely flood of 2025 releases: Best Racing Gravel Bike 2024 Seems like the usual suspects list as of April '25 is: Enve… --- ## [SRAM Red + Zipp 353 NSW creacking sound in SL8](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sram-red-zipp-353-nsw-creacking-sound-in-sl8/95215)
**Author:** [@Camilo](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Camilo)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2026, 11:34am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sram-red-zipp-353-nsw-creacking-sound-in-sl8/95215 "2026-04-26T11:34:48Z")
Hi all, I’m desperate here and need some advice/ideas. I just built my dream bike for my 40s—an SL8 with the new SRAM Red eTap, 50/37 chainrings, and a 10/36 cassette. The bottom bracket is a regular SRAM DUB BSA 68mm w… --- ## [Kickr BIKE V2 - power accuracy](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/kickr-bike-v2-power-accuracy/105777)
**Author:** [@airmT](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/airmT)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 12:36am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/kickr-bike-v2-power-accuracy/105777 "2026-04-03T00:36:56Z")
What are your experiences with the accurate power meter on the Kickr BIKE v2? Has anyone done dual analysis with Assioma power meter? I have Assioma PRO RS-2 power meter and I did some duals… The result surprised me… I… --- ## [Aerobar Spacers for Bianchi Aquila CV](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/aerobar-spacers-for-bianchi-aquila-cv/70028)
**Author:** [@azerw](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/azerw)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2026, 12:23pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/aerobar-spacers-for-bianchi-aquila-cv/70028 "2026-04-01T12:23:14Z")
Aerobar Spacers for Bianchi Aquila CV I need to raise and angle my base bar for Bianchi Aquila CV. Its a Vision made bar, but I believe proprietary to the Bianchi. I’m having a hard time finding suitable options. Any … --- ## [Let's see your Titanium builds!](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/lets-see-your-titanium-builds/27700)
**Author:** [@Darkgerbil](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Darkgerbil)\ **Replies:** 327\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 8:15pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/lets-see-your-titanium-builds/27700 "2026-03-27T20:15:44Z")
Ti builds are a rare breed these days but I know there are several lurking in this forum! Here’s my custom Burls Ti (designed in the UK, built in Russia by ex-Submarine Ti engineers of “Colnago Titanio” fame!). It’s my… --- ## [What are people’s thoughts on the “One Bike to Rule Them All”? types like the Tarmac Sl8, Madone or Supersix Evo?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-are-people-s-thoughts-on-the-one-bike-to-rule-them-all-types-like-the-tarmac-sl8-madone-or-supersix-evo/111279)
**Author:** [@Caveman](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Caveman)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 4:15pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-are-people-s-thoughts-on-the-one-bike-to-rule-them-all-types-like-the-tarmac-sl8-madone-or-supersix-evo/111279 "2026-02-19T16:15:53Z")
Are they rightfully considered aero bikes? Is this a marketing gimmick to justify reducing SKU’s? Or are these bikes a lighter faster choice? --- ## [New 'Zwift Ride' Smart Frame (June 12, 2024)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-zwift-ride-smart-frame-june-12-2024/93840)
**Author:** [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Replies:** 190\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 12:05pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-zwift-ride-smart-frame-june-12-2024/93840 "2026-02-14T12:05:16Z")
Updated with links on June 12, 2024: Based on the additional info that showed in the hours since the teaser post, I think this is a pending product release so … --- ## [New Wahoo Kickr Bike Shift (2023)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-wahoo-kickr-bike-shift-2023/86779)
**Author:** [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2026, 7:05pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-wahoo-kickr-bike-shift-2023/86779 "2026-01-30T19:05:25Z")
--- ## [SuperX(Force 13) vs. Topstone Carbon(Rival 12)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/superx-force-13-vs-topstone-carbon-rival-12/110494)
**Author:** [@mduling](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mduling)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 9:04pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/superx-force-13-vs-topstone-carbon-rival-12/110494 "2026-01-28T21:04:44Z")
Hi All, I am going to be racing the Unbound Gravel 200 in May and need help figuring out which bike to ride. I have been racing Triathlon for the last 10+ years and have completed multiple Ironman 70.3 races and one ful… --- ## [2025 XC Bike & Equipment Thread](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2025-xc-bike-equipment-thread/99313)
**Author:** [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Replies:** 1115\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2026, 8:12pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2025-xc-bike-equipment-thread/99313 "2026-01-26T20:12:53Z")
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