I am 5'9" with a 30.5" inseam and currently ride a 54cm Tarmac SL7 with 38cm handlebars and 165mm cranks.
Before my SL7, I only rode fixed gear.
Now, I am looking for a "whatever my road bike can't do" bike.
A local coffee shop changed from road group rides in favor of no-drop gravel rides and would love to join them.
I was leaning towards the State before Primos announced their pre-order which addressed a lot of issues including going from 44T to 40T, paint in threads, frame bolts seizing, and the seat post slipping.
Tire clearance on both are great and the supplied tires will suffice.
Please let me know if I missed anything that I should be considering pro/con wise.
Thanks in advance!
Primos Dame (Medium / 650b)
Pros:
- $949 to my door (no tax + $50 shipping)
- Jagwire Compressionless Housing
- Double-Butted Tubing (lighter by one pound)
- 27mm Internal Rim Width
- 40cm Handlebars
Cons:
- 10 Speed 11-46T
- Less Mounts
State 4130 All-Road (Small / 650b)
Pros:
- Raw Phosphate Finish
- 12 Speed 11-46T
- More Mounts + UDH
Cons:
- $1180 to my door (tax + 8% tariff + $75 shipping)
- Brakes Upgrades Needed
- Straight Gauge Tubing (heavier by one pound)
- 25mm Internal Rim Width
- 42cm Handlebars with more flare
by RandyWhatever