So after seeing this NY Times story, and reading on the Seattle Randonneurs' list about this San Francisco based series of gravel long distance rides, I think I need to consult with Tom, Manfred and others about potential Brevet courses on real backroads in Japan.
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Hi David,
Hiroshi is right now working on a dedicated gravel-road bike for me. With extra clearance and long-reach/arch calliper brakes this bike will take up to 30c tyres. I'm getting older and don't enjoy racing up toges like I used to. The new gravel bike will come with a triple crank too! I'm definitely in for gravel tours! Planning to do the entire Gunma Super-rindo soon.
Best,
Tom
Tom -- Wow, a dedicated gravel-road bike sounds like a great concept. It almost sounds like a cyclocross bike. Well, actually, it sounds EXACTLY like a cyclocross bike.
I look forward to learning the rindos from you. If Jerome and I ever set up "Audax Setagaya" we can include some dirt/gravel routes just for the challenge.
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