Ep. 219 - Gravel Nationals Predictions + Are We Overthinking Bike Gear?!

In this episode, we explore the nuances of cycling gear, safety, and racing strategies, featuring insights from experienced riders and industry experts. We discuss tire choices, safety tech, race predictions, and the importance of contentment in cycling. In this episode, we delve into the latest in gravel racing, discuss race strategies, tire choices, and analyze the current state of pro cycling, featuring insights from top riders and experts.   What’s up party people. Check out this week’s episode of the Bonk Bros.    Find us on the socials: Adam Saban - IG - @adamsaban6 Dylan Johnson - IG - @dylanjawnson Drew Dillman - IG - @raddaddizzle Scott McGill - IG - @scottmcgilljr Tyler Cloutier - IG - @tylerclouti   Dylan Johnson YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling  Drew Dillman YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel    Wanna help the Bros keep the lights on and the mics plugged in? Check out all the ways you can support our bike-banter podcasting below. (See the most recent video upload for most up-to-date codes & deals)   PATREON: Drop a hundo in the tip jar. https://www.patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros    MERCH: T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below. https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com   IGNITION: Hire a coach. Get faster. It’s that simple. $100.00 Off Your First Month with Code: NOBONK100 https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/   FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK MY LATEST VIDEO.   SILCA: Waxing your chains or melting queso dip. Either way, you need a Crockpotanator 4000. 10% Code: BONKBROSTIRES (All Caps) Silca (10% discount code: “bonkbrosseptember25”): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast     BIKE TIRES DIRECT: Great prices for bicycle tires, components, and more. 10% Code: BONKBROS10 https://www.biketiresdirect.com/?utm_source=bonkbros&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=bonkbros2025   JOIN:  Head to http://join.cc/bonkbros and get 30 days completely free, no strings attached, no payment details needed. It ends automatically. That's http://join.cc/bonkbros   MATCHBOX PODCAST: Check out our more serious training focused podcast.  https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast      SCARBOROUGH BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAW Scarborough Bicycle Accident Law is with you on every ride, when you're at your peak, or when you're in recovery, and we fight to get our clients results. We want you back on your bike and back in your prime. https://www.bicycleaccidentlaw.com   Just Mention Bonk Bros   LISTENER QUESTION FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2390aqaGwF7CCpFjAnKYn42bEzIi4BYrDI9LrJpgjjVFeew/viewform?usp=sf_link    NEW: BONK OR BALLIN WEBSITE www.bonkorballin.com