I bought this bike last week and i love riding it. I am new to cycling. I have bikes in the past (mtb,folding) but i did not enjoy and pursue it.
Now i’m back. This is my first gravel bike and the first bike I really enjoyed riding. I bought it impulsively and did not regret it. (Got it on a steal price)
I want to buy him some accessory that would make him look distinct.
I already have a handle bar bag, bottle holders.
What’s the tiniest detail you put on your bike to make it yours?
I am also welcome for any tips!!
by NoSleep_Since2023
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There’s lots of things you could do. My bike had a white frame and over time I added a lot of red to it: bar tape, pedals, bottle cages so it was pretty obviously my bike. You could also get some coloured tires like the Panaracer GravelKings.
Brooks B17.
I’ve owned some that were over 20 years old with 1000s of miles on them. One is currently on its 3rd fame.
Custom vinyl name on the frame. Just like a boat!
Novelty license plate with your name on it.
I put campy cranks on a Dura-ace road bike. It was the setup when I bought it 30 years ago. So when I upgraded it to the last Gen silver parts I could find… I said, why not stick with the bizzaro setup.
I think that those misaligned reflectors in wheel spokes are pretty unique
Custom print Rogue Panda frame bag
A small sticker on the seat tube or top tube just behind the handlebars so you can see it when pedaling. I would also recommend colored/patterned bar tape or cable housing.
Rattlesnake water bottle cages.
Selma the Safety first chicken!
Macs workout bike mod.
Bike balls
https://www.balls.bike/store/bike-balls
Swap the seat, bar tape, tires, water bottles you use, a bag on the bike, a couple stickers from your favorite coffee and bike shops
i would say wear and tear will give it some character
Pedals, bells, lights, water bottles, stickers, tires, seat, bar tape, bags. Literally any accessory you can put on your bike is at your disposal.