JonnyJarman
Midfield
I got a road bike (Trek Domane 4.0) before lockdown and have well and truly got the bug.
I am doing Carlisle to Sunderland route through Hexham etc and looking at the route strava has provided, it looks like there may be a few gravel paths.
As I am relatively new to this just wondering if anyone has done this route before and will I be ok doing it on a road bike or will I be carring it a few miles due to the terrain? It will be my first 50mile+ ride so just wanting a bit of guidance if possible. Also, if I can fit different tyres to my road bike may be an option? Cheers
I am doing Carlisle to Sunderland route through Hexham etc and looking at the route strava has provided, it looks like there may be a few gravel paths.
As I am relatively new to this just wondering if anyone has done this route before and will I be ok doing it on a road bike or will I be carring it a few miles due to the terrain? It will be my first 50mile+ ride so just wanting a bit of guidance if possible. Also, if I can fit different tyres to my road bike may be an option? Cheers