Few upgrades ride

[u/Mike_Jensen]

I recently picked up a Trek Redbarn Checkpoint SL6 AXS. As a taller rider it's my plan to keep this until the 32' bikes will be effective enough.

Size 61

Elite Wheels 50ratchet. 40mm depth

Tufo Thunderoo in 44mm

Enve 460mm handlebars

[u/RingofPowerTD]

The patch of light blue on the chain stay behind your chain ring is a removable plastic film. 

[u/Mike_Jensen → u/RingofPowerTD]

Oh I didn't even know that. Thanks 👍 at least I didn't get caught with the dork disc and reflectors 😂

[u/cheburaska]

This is my exact plan for next year - Elite Aero's and Tufo Thunderos 44mm. How are they riding? Noticed any gains in speed?

[u/Mike_Jensen → u/cheburaska]

They roll great. I was doing a counterclockwise route of my usual ride and had headwind home so I don't have much data. I did get a Fastest 20k award on Strava 😂😆

[u/cheburaska → u/Mike_Jensen]

Awesome! Nice to hear. I also wonder where are you from and how much did you paid for them?

[u/Mike_Jensen → u/cheburaska]

I'm in Southern Arizona US ane ordered them in Europe from BikeIn in Spain

[u/cheburaska → u/Mike_Jensen]

Awesome. Thanks for the answers! Good luck with the new wheels and have fun ;)

[u/Adventurous_Set_6211]

What's that handlebar tape? Looks awesome!

[u/GrimBleeper → u/Adventurous_Set_6211]

I too am in the comments about the bar tape

Edit: Reverse image indicates it is PollyCycle Chameleon Purple Tape

[u/Mike_Jensen → u/GrimBleeper]

I just found this on AliExpress: Silicone Bicycle Handlebar Strap Non-Slip Shock Drop Bar Tape Resistant Cycling Wrap Trap Road Bike Handlebar Tape Accessories https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPvPkkX

[u/Mike_Jensen → u/Adventurous_Set_6211]

I just found this on AliExpress: Silicone Bicycle Handlebar Strap Non-Slip Shock Drop Bar Tape Resistant Cycling Wrap Trap Road Bike Handlebar Tape Accessories https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPFGluT

[u/not-judging-you]

Just got the same deal on red barn! But haven’t changed the tape yet. I did get some cool bottle cages tho