The Pan Celtic Gravel Rally 2023
10:43
I Missed My First Ultra Race
3:40
My Ultra Race Calendar For 2023
10:06
An Introduction for 2022
5:25
2 жыл бұрын
A Solo Bikepacking (mini) Adventure
27:40
#1 Finding My Endurance Pace
15:13
3 жыл бұрын
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@MyMountaingoat
@MyMountaingoat 25 күн бұрын
I have the same bike but Hunt deep rim wheels. I LOVE it. Lots of negative stuff on youtube about the bike but ive had mine 18months its fun fast fancy and friggin fab 2 ride...
@JWalkerBhoy
@JWalkerBhoy 27 күн бұрын
What size frame did you go for mate? and what height are you?
@MyMountaingoat
@MyMountaingoat 25 күн бұрын
5"10 deffo Medium
@halfspeeddan440
@halfspeeddan440 Ай бұрын
Well done Alex I could never do anything like this
@johnadams3788
@johnadams3788 2 ай бұрын
Alex, know your an ambassador, but as a fellow cyclist appreciate your thoughts on a video Ive just seen where a mechanic has just trashed the build quality especially the carbon layering inside the frame and how the bottom bracket was fitted Your comments thoughts valued
@Etherglide
@Etherglide Ай бұрын
Hi John. You’ve watched two video reviews. You’ve watched this one where an experienced rider has used the bike for a significant period and given a balanced view. The other video you watched was quick review of the build not the performance. Down to you to make a decision. To buy or not to buy. Happy hunting!
@jonathanlockwood9295
@jonathanlockwood9295 2 ай бұрын
Since you've had this bike have you had any issues with the frame or bottom bracket?
@ssmmothers
@ssmmothers 3 ай бұрын
Had mine for a few months.my other bike is an orbea orca..the Orro is by far the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden.the miles flow by👍👊
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 4 ай бұрын
REMINDER: The discount code is valid at www.orrobikes.com ONLY (not valid with 3rd party retailers or in stores). See the description for more details. Cheers!
@keithmyerscough9900
@keithmyerscough9900 4 ай бұрын
I love my Venturi. , after being bitten by the road bike bug , up graded from a tarmac sl 2. Instantly felt the speed of the Orro , comfort on the 28mm tyres the frame seems to soak up harsh bumps pot holes. Even after upgrading it to what would be Taylor made spec from standard , it still pushes me to PB s every ride. As a mid 50s cyclist I feel like it’s always challenging me to go faster , stealth black in colour always gets good comments from the group rides. 👍👍👍
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 4 ай бұрын
Pleased to hear it! The stealth black is utterly beautiful isn't it!
@darrenbatchelor2843
@darrenbatchelor2843 4 ай бұрын
@alexboswell - I am really interested in this bike. I have a Giant Defy 1 2017 at the moment - and it has been great but now I feel I have to work alot harder compared to friends on similar bikes to the Ventiru. So I'm looking for something quicker in the flat and quicker uphills AND still comfortable - which from what you have said in the review and the endurance you do - seems to be amazingly good. I am doing RAB2024 so need to decide whether I go for a Venturi Aero or stick with my trusted Giant.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 4 ай бұрын
Hey! always happy to talk bikes (drop me a DM on insta if you wanna have a more in depth chat), I really have been amazed at how comfortable this bike is on the longer stuff, but I've really dialled in my fit and contact points really well with a proper bike fitter which is really important for ultra and longer rides. A couple of friends of mine have gone for the new ORRO Gold STC, and that might be a better bet for something like RAB, it's more of an all round endurance race bike and still has lot of the aero cues of the all out aero Venturi, pair it with some fast wheels and tyres and it'll be nearly as fast on the flats.
@jamesf8864
@jamesf8864 5 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this video. I'm in Somerset but know all of these Dorset roads well ❤️ Only just discovered your channel as I'm tempted by an Orro Venturi STC to replace my current bike and found your review. New subscriber 😊
@mrslunker
@mrslunker 5 ай бұрын
I have had mine a year now and I much prefer my 2017 Scott Foil.....just personal preference but I find the Scott better for me.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 4 ай бұрын
Fair play, I've never ridden a Foil, but hear good things too.
@MURRED.
@MURRED. 6 ай бұрын
Hello. How much does this bike weigh, and what is the maximum tire size it can accommodate?
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 6 ай бұрын
I think mine is about 7.5kg, but that depends on what wheels I have on it. I currently have 30mm tyres on it, but you might just get away with 32mm especially at the back, but I know ORRO say it's up to 28mm. Hope that helps
@thepict5886
@thepict5886 6 ай бұрын
It is a superb bike. I love mine. Done a few centuries now and it just glides along and is always fast, seems to just slip through the air
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 6 ай бұрын
Totally agree, such a lovely ride isn't it 👌
@pmcmpc
@pmcmpc 7 ай бұрын
Is that an L or XL? Also, tire clearance? Have you tried fitting 32s? Merlin don't respond when I ask about tire clearance ... which makes me think it's tight.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 6 ай бұрын
Hey, I ride an XL with a 120mm stem and I'm 193cm/6ft4 tall if that helps. Check out geometrygeeks.bike/ which allows you to compare different bikes side by side... best sizing tool I've ever found. 👌 Tyre clearance it's designed for 28mm, but I've had a 32mm on the rear without any issues, and about to put on 30mm front and back for an ultra across Spain (@desertusbikus201). So I don't think you'd have any issues, but different tyres do run at different sizes and vary on different rims too.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 6 ай бұрын
@alex_13oz on instagram, dm me and I'll drop you some photos of my tyre clearance 👍
@raymundafoakwa1188
@raymundafoakwa1188 7 ай бұрын
It’s not a review
@jamesf8864
@jamesf8864 5 ай бұрын
Guy owns bike for a while, rides thousands of kilometres on it and then tells us how it's been. How is this not a review?
@Solo_Lobo4
@Solo_Lobo4 7 ай бұрын
Looks like a beautiful day
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
It really was... until it wasn't later on 🌧️😂
@Solo_Lobo4
@Solo_Lobo4 7 ай бұрын
@@alexboswell 😂
@t6eor
@t6eor 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. Also got a Venturi STC Ultegra DI2 Feb 2023, matt black and I covered just short off 5k over that period. Did put a set of carbon 44mm Hunt Wheels that I had and also recently updated the sadle. Over this period I completed an Audax (200km) , ride London , and a Madrid to Malaga 700km sportive so I could not agree more that is both fast and comfortable. Since I got it few more friends from my club got the same bike and all of us as super happy. And when it comes to speed (especially with the replacement carbon wheels) you can cruise with significantly less effort than my previous bike. So not only is a great all around bike, great value for money but also a good-looking one
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree with you more! Glad you've been loving yours too. Any Audaxs on the books for it this year? That Madrid to Malaga sounds awesome! I'll be taking mine across France, Spain and Portugal in a few weeks on Desertus Bikus (ultra race)!
@t6eor
@t6eor 7 ай бұрын
@@alexboswell No Audax booked yet.. Ride London, 4 days in France/Burgandy in June and likely a sportive from Slovenia to Italy in September. And maybe a couple of more races. Too old for more. Good luck with your challenges.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Nice, sounds like a good year ahead! Thanks, all the best for your adventures too!
@williamvillamarin3250
@williamvillamarin3250 4 ай бұрын
I bought my orro ventury 2 years ago..lm very satisfied with this bike performance.
@tonyclish7207
@tonyclish7207 7 ай бұрын
I got the version with the Blktec stem & bars. The stem is a thing of beauty! It’s a beautiful bike full stop. Agree the comments re absorbing the road noise. My usual ride are a pair of Bianchi Infinito bikes and the Venturi is even smoother, plus faster and better looking. The lower pressure tubeless will be a factor. Pleased to hear the bike packing comments as I’ve got a few self supported trips planned inc 7 days in France and was going to take a different bike but good to know I’ve got options! Thanks for the video 👍
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Nice one! Yeah I'd love to try out the BLKTEC bar/stem... but I use clip on aero bars when doing ultra races, so need a section of classic round bar to get those on. But yeah, it's a remarkably good bike for bikepacking and ultra, even on a bit of the rougher stuff... there was a lot of graded gravel sections in Brittany on the Pan Celtic Race last year and the Venturi faired really well on that too 👌
@jonbroome9049
@jonbroome9049 7 ай бұрын
I have one and, while I don’t do the endurance that Alex does, totally agree with everything he says. I bought it for 2 to 3 hour blasts but am quite comfortable riding it for a whole day.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Nice one Jon! I'm genuinely amazed with this aspect of the bike. It's so stiff and tight when it come to handling, so I've no idea how they've managed to engineer it to absorb vibration like that at the same time 🤯
@gabrieljohannson6777
@gabrieljohannson6777 7 ай бұрын
Just checked out their online store and WOW great price points! I’m sold. Soooo much better value than the named brands. Thanks Alex. 🇦🇺
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Nice one! You won't be disappointed! I absolutely love mine 👌
@Solo_Lobo4
@Solo_Lobo4 7 ай бұрын
Stunning bike
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
It really is isn't it! 😍
@thomasmacfarlane1579
@thomasmacfarlane1579 7 ай бұрын
Absolutely loved this! Great production!
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Thanks man! Pretty happy with how this one came out. A few more 'review' type videos in the pipeline. Need to get on and film one of my ORRO Terra C gravel bike... it's been a pretty nifty machine to ride over the last year too 😍
@SabianDB02
@SabianDB02 7 ай бұрын
How tall are you
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Hey, I'm 6'4" / 193cm, frame size XL with a 120mm stem
@FrictionCollective
@FrictionCollective 7 ай бұрын
Ace production man
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 7 ай бұрын
Thanks guys! That's high praise coming from the pros... You hiring!? 😜 😁
@krishnansrinivasan830
@krishnansrinivasan830 11 ай бұрын
Cool Vlog :)
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 10 ай бұрын
Cheers fella! Was a great day out on the bike. Highly recommend this event
@f45teddie
@f45teddie 11 ай бұрын
Brilliant. Well done chief. CLUB75 BIKES
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 10 ай бұрын
Thanks guys! Was a proper adventure that race!
@BikepackingAdventures
@BikepackingAdventures Жыл бұрын
Funny how this popped up in my recommendations as I cast an eye over this one this morning. Well done Alex, rest well mate.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks fella, hope you enjoyed the video. Hopefully back on the bike in the north too distant future 👍
@danb4542
@danb4542 Жыл бұрын
Great ride, was a gravel bike a good choice as im thinking of this in spring on a gravel rig. Whats in the calendar for you next year. Chapeau
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan! Yeah I'd go for a gravel bike. About 65-70% of the surface is on tarmac but about 65-70% of the time is spent off road, so it's a toss up between the advantage you get of the versatility of a gravel bike Vs the speciality you get from an MTB. I'd go Gravel but with as bigger tyres as you can fit on your bike
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
... also, not entirely sure how the calendar is looking just yet. Certainly focusing on the 5th and special edition of the @PanCelticRaceSeries but may have some other events/challenges in there too. How's yours looking?
@themoodyteam
@themoodyteam Жыл бұрын
The mapping was really useful thanks 👍
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks! First time playing about with After Effects to create the map! Was pretty chuffed with how it came out! 😁
@themoodyteam
@themoodyteam Жыл бұрын
Embarrassingly I don’t think that I’ve ever been further South than London 😮 So a little map always helps to join the dots of your journey 😊
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
You should come... good cycling down south 👌
@themoodyteam
@themoodyteam Жыл бұрын
Actually, once took a late night ferry from a port on the south coast to Brittany.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Haha, not sure that counts... unless you were cycling? 😅
@huntos83
@huntos83 Жыл бұрын
I pretty much shit myself on your behalf when that sheep ran out!
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Haha, I'm pretty sure I did too! 😂
@SimonBoswellCheltenham
@SimonBoswellCheltenham Жыл бұрын
Awesome ride Alex. That’s a proper monster effort - well done!
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Cheers Simon! Was a brilliant event! Fancy the May edition!?
@VagabondTurtle
@VagabondTurtle Жыл бұрын
Aaaah, water and mud, I hate it even when I hike, not to mention when I bike :D Seems I'm not an ultra racer, but I kinda knew this ;) I'm more of a leisure biker :)
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Hahaha, it really was proper wet across the bogs on Dartmoor! Got a lot less wet (couldn't say it got dryer) after that 😂😂😂
@stuartcaughlin2788
@stuartcaughlin2788 Жыл бұрын
Ledge
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks fella! 🤘
@jamesfrankland3321
@jamesfrankland3321 Жыл бұрын
The trouble with dot watching is that you miss all of the story! I had a chuckle to myself when I saw you were up front (‘I’m not going to race it’ 😂) but ended up getting very confused from my sofa when your race started to unravel. Keep your chin up mate, there’s a big result coming for you once you get that little bit of luck you deserve #TCC
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Haha, yeah I guess that's true. I often start scrolling through Instagram to find more details on the dots I'm following, often in an unsuccessful attempt to find out what's going on 😂. Thanks man! I think I made a few bad calls on DB, but lessons learnt and hopefully a bit of luck on my side for the next one! 🤘
@asdesuk
@asdesuk Жыл бұрын
You sounded a bit low in the video but I know you'll get through this. Using the next race as training sounds good unless you need a proper rest. You'll get there and be even stronger.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Cheers fella, was a shame but gotta roll with the punches, was a beautiful place to ride around the south of France though so all good! Unfortunately the next race was a bit of a disaster... still great fun and a proper adventure... I'll do a debrief video on that one next 😅
@seanmorris1103
@seanmorris1103 Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear this Alex. Hope you bounce back soon mate.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Cheers dude! Desertus Bikus didn't go well but onto the next one now! Bring on the PCR!!! See you there!?
@jamesfrankland3321
@jamesfrankland3321 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see how your year unfolds fella. Going to have some epic stories to share!
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks Frankie! Shall have to head out for a ride to share the ones from Desertus Bikus when I'm back 👍
@asdesuk
@asdesuk Жыл бұрын
Good luck Alex. Sounds a great schedule. Great news the knee is getting better. Glad you remembered to have enjoyment too.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It's going to be an interesting summer for sure! Always enjoy it, even when it goes wrong... it wouldn't be an adventure if it was all plain sailing! 😂
@mosevic_eyewear
@mosevic_eyewear Жыл бұрын
Good effort! It’s my first time seeing one of your videos too and I didn’t realise you were such a good presenter. I need to work on that!
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Cheers Jack! Feels really unnatural doing that... also a LOT of editing and takes 😂 I don't think it's one of my best efforts, much prefer the actual riding videos 🚴🏻
@ezeekwheel
@ezeekwheel Жыл бұрын
good things coming and hopefully no more knee issues
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Cheers Ezekiel! Knee seems good so far, first big test this weekend! 🤞
@matskelton9589
@matskelton9589 Жыл бұрын
You've captured the absolute best of what riding can be like in a good UK summer - cracking 🙂
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mat! The weather really was on point for that ride! 😁
@asdesuk
@asdesuk Жыл бұрын
After suffering a herniated disc later last year whilst riding I hadn't realised the effect of strong pain relief on both body and mind. Slowly getting some miles back in on the bike and hoping we both get a good 2023. Good luck to you
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Oh ouch! That sounds nasty! Yeah painkillers are nasty things too. Hope you're recovery is going well! Hope you have a great 2023 (and beyond) too!
@ezeekwheel
@ezeekwheel Жыл бұрын
5:42 I call that the Abbotsbury descent. Best descent I know, you can hit 60mph down there
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Not on that day you couldn't... High gusting cross headwinds... was genuinely nasty!
@jamesf8864
@jamesf8864 5 ай бұрын
I rode it once, about 6 years ago. Traffic halted me at 56 mph but I really have to go back to see 60 😁
@abelmagwich5803
@abelmagwich5803 Жыл бұрын
Watched the pan Celtic video sorry that you were unable to perform to your potential on that occasion. Hope you can address the issues and have the success you deserve in future events
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Thanks Abel, wasn't my year in 2022, but I had a great time and I was super happy that I was able to get back on it and make it to the finish in the way I did. Paul W was on absolute beast mode though wasn't he! Can't wait for this years race!
@ezeekwheel
@ezeekwheel Жыл бұрын
Love the camel trail
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
It's not half bad... when it's not crazy busy at least!
@ezeekwheel
@ezeekwheel Жыл бұрын
Managed to get a short sleeve ride in Thursday. Summer kit in December 😂 but as soon as the sun goes it gets cold quick
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah! That's exactly the problem I had... I could barely change gear at the end of that ride! 😂
@ezeekwheel
@ezeekwheel Жыл бұрын
@@alexboswell I was thankful for di2. forgot to put my gloves on that were literally sitting in my bag
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
@@ezeekwheel haha! I'm so jealous! Would love to have Di2! Certainly worth saving up for!
@craigparsons9180
@craigparsons9180 Жыл бұрын
Great video mate.. You're a nutter in short sleeves, shorts and no gloves! 😬😂. See ya soon...
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Hahaha! It wasn't warm! Doubt I'll be doing that again for a while! Cheers fella, catch you soon!
@TheLhance
@TheLhance Жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing our wonderful Cornwall Alex
@alexboswell
@alexboswell Жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure! All I do it point the camera, Cornwall does the rest 👌
@barnchop
@barnchop 2 жыл бұрын
Great to have you back Alex. The content and balance of your videos have been fantastic. Keep smiling pal. Looking forward to watching more rides.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy! Glad you're enjoying them... nothing brings more a smile than being on two wheels 👌
@6271-j2b
@6271-j2b 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Alex. Always best to talk about these things and I really hope things turn round for the better mate.
@alexboswell
@alexboswell 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers, totally agree... glad to say they are, one of those where multiple thing snuck up on me and I didn't really realise it... but like I said, cycling (and exercise) is the best tonic, for me at least.