Ep. 218 - Bigger Tires Are Faster?! World Champs Chaos & Crit Racing Advice
Summary
The Bonk Bros discuss Ben Delaney’s gravel tire testing, debating whether 45mm or 55mm tires are faster on smooth versus chunky terrain. They analyze the Mountain Bike World Championships, highlighting Tom Pidcock’s XCO win, Cole Punchard’s podium finish, and Jackson Goldstone’s downhill victory, while also noting the Cannondale team’s impending dissolution. The conversation shifts to the Vuelta, covering Tadej Pogačar’s crash and subsequent recovery, before wrapping up with listener questions and a brief mention of Mosaic’s new 32-inch bike.
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