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    Road or Gravel bike?

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    3. AlienDelarge on

      Well in current configuration I’d say its what is usually marketed as a hybrid bike though these days it may well be a  flatbar gravel bike. Originally it would have been a cyclocross bike. For various reasons it doesn’t really fit into road or gravel bike categories. Assuming it fits, you’re free to ride it on gravel or road though. 

    4. dadbodcx on

      That’s a bar bike, commuter, or townie. Wouldn’t want to take that in the back country on gravel roads. Brakes and drive train are suss. Tire clearance will be an issue too. Ride it get fitness and save. Can you use it for whatever? Yes but realize there will be some limits.

    6. Fun_Apartment631 on

      Cyclocross.

      “Road” is a broader umbrella than only asphalt racing bikes, and includes cyclocross, gravel, and other classes. Think of how “car” includes Miatas and Outbacks.

      If you want to restore it to a drop bar configuration, it’ll be pretty expensive. You should also consider a new bike that hasn’t been set up with flat bars if you’re interested in that.

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