Is Rear Suspension on Gravel Bikes GENIUS or a GIMMICK?

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Today, we'll use frame deflection and vibration data to assess the effectiveness of a handful of gravel bike rear suspension designs! ? The Bikepacking Bike Buyer's Guide: https://www.cyclingabout.com/bikepacking-bike-buyers-guide

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0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Why You Should Use Suspension
2:00 - Why You Shouldn't Use Suspension
2:55 - Frame Deflection Testing
3:25 - BMC URS
4:18 - Wilier Cento10 NDR
5:08 - Cannondale Topstone Carbon
6:13 - Basso Tera
7:12 - Are These Frames Effective At Providing Traction?
8:27 - Are These Bikes More Comfortable?
9:56 - Summary


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