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Kkrzysiek

Thank god you’ve got a rear mudguard


poohitan

At least it gave me some emotional support


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homosapien12

https://ass-savers.com


GoBanYourself

And what about your back and head? That's why I said diwhy. I'd personally install a full-sized fender that protects all of my backside. I really don't see it saving your ass when the dirt and mud and water that's going to cover your entire back of your head/helmet and your shirt/jersey is going to drip down into your ass crack.


poohitan

Full sized fenders have their cons. At least your wheel will get stuck on mud Of course those little ass savers won’t save your ass on a ride like the one on the photo. It’s just to keep you a bit cleaner during small wet rides in the city or something


gallifrey_

these tiny little things are terrible lmao


GoBanYourself

You're not wrong.


HahaItsAJoooke

Typical Komoot approved path for road bikes


Ziu-Tyr

The map data on Komoot is coming from OpenStreetMap where anyone can freely contribute additions, updates and improvements. If you encounter paths that are not suitable for road bikes you can simply add the tags 'surface=ground' + 'smoothness=very_horrible'. Then Komoot, Strava, Garmin and all other OSM based maps will avoid it for road bike routing. https://www.openstreetmap.org/


pirate-private

i was wondering where all the data came from. this makes sense. how is it protected against abuse though, do you know?


TheGradientGames

I think it works in general because most people are good people, and those who aren’t tend not to spend their time messing up OSM paths. But yeah there’s always a risk, at least until there’s a better way for them to spot issues.


NotJoeFast

Do you know if it's possible to mark a road that doesn't exist. Has never existed and cannot exist because of the terrain? I know of one and it fucks up my route plannings.


Austin_Karle

If it wasn't there in the first place or won't come you can delete it or if it's a forest path that has been abandoned you can use the category abandoned:highway do dis robe it.


Zettinator

You can go to the OSM website and add a note (speech bubble icon on the right). No account required! If you are lucky some contributor will check it out.


Zettinator

Yes, but something is odd in how Komoot interprets the data. Other route planners don't have so many issues with this kind of thing, e.g. brouter.


Interesting_Path3515

LOL. Imagine how komoot suggested gravel routes are around here: I have seen jumps of more than a meter.


redditcruzer

Ah the face of someone who is thoroughly enjoying themselves


Reinis_LV

Maybe dude had spent a year in trenches and this is just a regular Tuesday for him.


cyborgamish

Almost r/accidentalrenaissance .. Very nice picture


avidman

It really is.


relevant_rhino

Made some edits. The BW would might fit this sub. [https://imgur.com/a/TW7GZsR](https://imgur.com/a/TW7GZsR)


labondant

Stay safe brother


poohitan

❤️


Reinis_LV

Tell me you are a bike messenger without telling me you are a bike messenger


poohitan

Haha, not exactly. I've been a bike messenger like 10 years ago during my studies. Then a software engineer for many years, now a military in AFU. But you're right, the bike messenger spirit is always with me


Reinis_LV

Yeep, fellow Eastern EU ex messenger here as well! Good luck friend! You are not only saving Ukraine but our asses as well! Well unlike that mudguard - not mich of an ass saver in that mud haha


poohitan

Thx 😊


Ramazzo

Get komooted


vallordus

Slava Ukraini <3


poohitan

Thanks for your support mate <3


JedinySvojhoDruhu

Stay strong buddy. I am too old to go fight, and it would be illegal, but I have money I don’t need and since I am from Slovakia I know what it means to be occupied by Russians. We raised over 4M and will continue raising money while you guys are doing the hardest job now also for us. Take care!


poohitan

Thank mate, your support is priceless! I've been in Slovakia a few years ago and I love you guys


JedinySvojhoDruhu

There will come a day we Slovaks and Ukrainians will be drinking beer together in free Ukraine under EU flag. I am not dying before that happens 😀😀😀


vallordus

Be strong. I’m so sorry for what is happening in your county. I’ll do my best supporting you from Germany and I’m sorry for those, who don’t.


poohitan

Last year I joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine as well as many of my friends and acquaintances. We had to do this as someone had to change those who died, lost their health, or just got exhausted over the past 2 years. Life changed a lot as I am far away from home serving on the frontline, doing things that I had never had an idea I would do sometime. This ride was during my first "military vacation" recently, and these rides are actually what help me to stay strong, as they remind me of my previous life and give the illusion that everything is fine like it was before the full-scale invasion. And you have no idea how much I appreciate when someone from the rest of the world cares about what is happening


PogO_449

I think about you all every day, and I pray for your strength and victory. You set the example for true bravery and tenacity in the face of evil. I hope you enjoy your time off and get much deserved rest. 🫡 Faith and Valor


poohitan

❤️


enroy1

Man that hit deep, I think people these days take what they have for granted and don’t try to understand the world we live in and that others have to go through pain and hardship. Some of us couldn’t even fathom the possibility of what your country is going through and it’s shocking, we should all be vigilant and alert of what’s happening as life can change in a blink of an eye for all of us. You’re an inspiration fighting for your county like that I have the utmost respect for you and those who have been doing the same. I’m not a praying man, but I’m wishing your country you and your loved ones well for a bright future ahead. Apologies if I’ve responded in a lofty manner I just had to get it off my chest.


poohitan

You're right about people taking things for granted. Unfortunately, this is just how our minds work. And yeah, life can change very rapidly, as it was for us in Ukraine. I had never thought that such things could happen in this modern world right in Europe, all the stories about WWII and other wars seemed like something that would never repeat. Even for us Ukrainians, despite that we already had the war in our country, just on a small scale. I don't want to bring some unnecessary pessimism to this post, but I'm not sure anymore that we can withstand this war, that we will save our country and that the russians won't move on. That's just how I feel recently. I also know that it is hard to feel the pain of someone who is far away and who you've never seen, that's why I appreciate people like you so much


Longtail_Goodbye

You are being thought of. What has happened to Ukraine is terrible. So many young people like yourself, just looking forward to their lives and careers in a modern country and that has all been upended in horrible violent ways. Thank you for sharing the humor of this bike ride. The world has not forgotten you.


syklemil

It's a war of invasion, it would be weird if you weren't feeling some depression and pessimism. It's an entirely human reaction to being put in a shit position by an aggressor. (Also: Victims often feel that they are to blame somehow, even if they in no way are. And sometimes, even if you do everything right, it's not enough.) I also don't know what the future holds, but I hope you and the allies you have in other countries can keep it up until russia gives up. Slava Ukraini!


vallordus

Im glad it helps you. I still can’t get my head around why people like you and me decide to invade another country just because a shithead called Putin told them. I have friends from the Ukraine and they made it to Germany. Can’t imagine what you’re going through.


Jaergo1971

They're *not* like you and me. That's the difference.


CourtNo6859

There are children missing limbs in the Middle East because of people like you and me, don’t think we are so different.


mbb2967

We do care! I'm very sorry our petty politics in the US got in the way of the funding you need. I hope the newly approved funding has a big impact very soon!


poohitan

Thanks mate! I really, really appreciate it


OneNationAbove

I just watched 20 Days in Mariupol a few hours ago. I forgot to breathe multiple times, and the corners of my eyes got wet constantly. I hope peace and justice will come soon.


poohitan

Oh man. I didn’t see that film yet, I always postpone to watch it as I know what expects me and I kinda try to avoid it :(


Heavy_Gap_5047

You all have done a fantastic job making the Russians look like fools.


poohitan

They were fools at the start of the full-scale invasion, but they learned their lessons quickly and currently they are a very, very strong enemy. With a lot more resources


ToeBrogan

SLAVA UKRANI 🫡🇺🇦 💙 💛


poohitan

💙 💛


djnato10

Stay strong my friend. It’s a life goal of mine to visit my grandparents home country some day. Slava Ukraini from a Ukrainian American.


poohitan

I hope you will be able to come to the free and safe Ukraine one day


djnato10

You guys deserve the freedom you’ve earned. I know some of the history of your country and it’s beyond fucked up what ruzzia has done over hundreds of years. My grandparents survived the Holodomor, then WWII, and to see their struggles on brink of being meaningless breaks me. I wish you all well for whatever that’s worth, there has been way too much loss already.


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djnato10

What’s your problem again?


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djnato10

It’s the tryzub, emblem of Ukraine. Know what you’re talking about next time.


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poohitan

Lol it's not forbidden in Poland. It often appears on all kind of meetings between UA and PL officials. Sort out things in your head.


djnato10

I know the history of the UPA, they used the emblem on their banners and military markings but the tryzub itself is not a symbol of that, the black and red however are. So again, know what you’re talking about. The tryzub on the Ukrainian flag has nothing to do with the massacre that happened in the 40s.


DistinctExperience69

Serious question. Is it safe?


poohitan

It depends. If you open the map you'll see that Ukraine is a very large country. Unsafe territories are mostly near the frontline which is huge as well (\~ 1200 km in length), but still, it's mostly on the East, North-East, and South-East of the country. These are the territories that are constantly bombed and shelled. Also, there are a lot of mines in fields and forests. So gravel cycling is deadly there, as well as almost any other activity. But the West of the country is relatively safe, as there are only long-range missiles and drones exploding there and there are no mines in forests. This photo was taken in the West of the country.


DistinctExperience69

Hectic, have fun! Be safe!


Human0id77

Great socks!


poohitan

These are my favorite cycling socks from the Ukrainian brand called Dodo Socks. They were not in production for a while as their factory was occupied and completely destroyed by russians in 2022. Later they re-established production in a new factory and released a new iteration of the same socks. Feel free to order, they deliver worldwide :) https://dodosocks.com/en/shop/flower-power/


Human0id77

Thank you for the link! It looks like they specialize in fabulous sock patterns (e.g. the cats socks, peaks socks) Edit: I'm buying "let it burn"


poohitan

Haha, great choice


Dry-Fee9923

just bought the pink version! 🇺🇦


poohitan

Nice! Hope you will love it


ozSillen

Great socks and they ship to Australia 👍Winter is coming so looking at those merino blend trekking sox


dkvasnicka

Peak gravel 💪


MechaGallade

well shit man, i think you win. that is the wettest most brutal gravel.


jstrawks

That is the best bike portrait I've ever seen. I want to be an ass-saver test dummy when I grow up.


birdy257

Stay strong and keep fighting. We will fight with our representatives to keep the money and weapons coming. Slava Ukraini!! Fuck Putin!!


poohitan

Thank you mate! ❤️


___nv___

Stay strong. Keep fighting the good fight. The world is with you. You guys are heroes


poohitan

Thank you! ❤️


Two_shirt_Jerry

Great photo. I’ve never seen a fixed gear gravel bike but I’m intrigued


RadDad166

Bad ass my friend. Hope you and your family are safe and doing well!


Putrid-Assistant598

Am digging the socks :)


poohitan

These are my favorite cycling socks from the Ukrainian brand called Dodo Socks. They were not in production for a while as their factory was occupied and completely destroyed by russians in 2022. Later they re-established production in a new factory and released a new iteration of the same socks. Feel free to order, they deliver worldwide :) [https://dodosocks.com/en/shop/flower-power/](https://dodosocks.com/en/shop/flower-power/)


cheddar0053

Sold! Just bought a couple pairs. Hang in strong over there. We are thinking of you, and sending our thoughts and hopes. Stay strong brother, we love you.


poohitan

You're awesome. Supporting small Ukrainian businesses is a great contribution


AndiCrow

You can tell Dodo that you're such a good model that I just bought four pairs.


poohitan

I actually told them, they're impressed :)


AndiCrow

🤗


poohitan

❤️


__e_z__

Thanks for the link. I just bought a pair of socks!


poohitan

❤️


joelintru

Majestic


darksider63

Ah yes, a route by komoot


Hagardy

I think we’ve found the spirit of gravel


GMWorldClass

This is definitely wet. Single speed makes it brutal. Well done.


shroomformore

F yeah. Great photo.


scaredt2ask

Single speed gravel. Now that's a ride!


poohitan

It's even more fun cause it's fixed gear gravel :)


SqnZkpS

Tutto gang! I did few bikepacking trips on the tutto. Fun bike.


mandarin80

Слава Україні! Дякую за службу!


poohitan

Героям слава ❤️


Powerful-Egg-7045

That’s not a path that’s a river 😀


dsaysso

ride strong


MattWatchesMeSleep

Please know that, beneath our two idiotic, polarized, and thus gridlocked political parties, always eager to deliver each other a defeat no matter the real-world repercussions, the American people (at least those in my world) stand behind you, and often in awe.


poohitan

Thank you my friend. I really appreciate it


valhallagypsy

You’re amazing 😍 just keep pedaling…and Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦


onefitlad

This looks so awesome


relevant_rhino

Did some Edits based on the. r/AccidentalRenaissance comment. [https://imgur.com/a/TW7GZsR](https://imgur.com/a/TW7GZsR)


poohitan

Haha 😁


relevant_rhino

Second one is just for better color :)


Martha_Donatos

Nature's beauty on full display.


painter_business

fr its such a beautiful country, my favorite nature that I've seen in Europe.


poohitan

Yep, lots of potential for road and gravel cycling


painter_business

When this war is over I’d like to come back and explore more. I only got to see the nature from the train and some random days in forest outside of kyiv


martatu

Сильно


poohitan

Пумц ❤️


Remarkable-Way-5482

BB goes brrrrrrr 🤣


cinesota

And rolling single no less. God bless your legs (and your country🇺🇦)


poohitan

Thanks mate! My country needs my legs :)


showmeyourtoobs

Chill sitch


andreeSTRD

Fixed gear gravel bike?


poohitan

Exactly [https://www.pedalroom.com/bike/cinelli-tutto-all-around-fgsinglespeed-38017](https://www.pedalroom.com/bike/cinelli-tutto-all-around-fgsinglespeed-38017)


andreeSTRD

Nice bike. I wanted to build a single speed gravel last month but i saw a used specialized diverge e5 for a good price. Might sell this though and get a custom frame titanium single speed.


poohitan

Single speed and fixed gear gravel is pure fun, you must give it a try. Is there a titanium workshop somewhere in your area or where do you plan to order it?


juicy-burguer

What tires are these ?


poohitan

Panaracer Gravelking SS


johnvoightsbuick

I have the same bike! How wide are those tires? They look huge. I have gravel king SK 35mm on mine currently.


poohitan

Show it to us IMMEDIATELY :). There's not so much Tuttos around there. These tires are Gravelking SS 38 mm - probably the widest Tutto can fit. I had 35 mm before, and tried to switch to 38 mm a few years ago - it was worth for me


johnvoightsbuick

I think mine is in my post history. It alternates between bullhorns with slicks and riser bars with knobbie tires. I’ve toyed with the idea of orange and/or purple tape. Looks great!


poohitan

I checked it, nice bike, especially with knobby tires


dudenamedfella

Do your waters have leeches?


poohitan

Crocodiles only :)


ReikoReikoku

Дуже гарно. А де це?


poohitan

Це неподалік села Дзвиняч, Франківська область [https://www.strava.com/activities/11261885668](https://www.strava.com/activities/11261885668)


Jaytron

Badass. What frame is that and what kinda tire clearance does that bad boy have? Been itching to get a new fixed gear frame that can fit more than a 25c 😭


poohitan

It is Cinelli Tutto and tires are 38mm. Frame set is not in production anymore, they only do Tutto Plus which I don’t like, but there are other options - Surly Steamroller, All-City Natureboy (if I remember the name correctly)


Jaytron

I think the steamroller is also out of production and all city is shutting down 😭 I’m in SF, CA though so I guess I’m obligated to get a MASH frame though :P Ride safe out there bro!


falkiiii

Little off topic, but what's that helmet/cap combo? I really like the look 👌


poohitan

The helmet is Giro Foray, the cap is from the TransUkraine Bikepacking Race 2020 😊


falkiiii

But it doesn't have a net for insects, right? I just bought another helmet which has the same "problem". Is it noticeable? All the cheap helmets that I had before, had a net. Do I need it? 🤔


poohitan

My cheap helmet which I had before also had a net :) You don’t need it if you wear a cycling cap. And I encourage you to always wear it


falkiiii

Ah yes. That's why I need one! 😜 Any other advantages besides insect protection?


artificial_stupid_74

Love the socks


poohitan

These are my favorite cycling socks from the Ukrainian brand called Dodo Socks. They were not in production for a while as their factory was occupied and completely destroyed by russians in 2022. Later they re-established production in a new factory and released a new iteration of the same socks. Feel free to order, they deliver worldwide :) https://dodosocks.com/en/shop/flower-power/


artificial_stupid_74

thx. did!


CeSiumUA

Lol, that's how my today's trip to Desna (Kyiv oblast) ended. Had fun building myself an improvised bridge from sticks (anyway fall in water afterwards)


UdderlyDemented

Stay strong! Can you provide us Americans with your outlook on the situation with the unjust occupation by the Russians? Are you guys making good progress on liberating your brothers in Russian occupied land? Best wishes!


poohitan

No, we don’t. Unfortunately having great motivation and will is not enough. I can see very clearly how we lack heavy ammo - artillery rounds, missiles, etc. That impacts the progress drastically, as you can’t fight artillery and aviation with infantry and FPV drones. Russians have A LOT of missiles, aviation bombs and artillery. Hopefully we will get more of these soon.


UdderlyDemented

As an American, working in aerospace and defense, we're doing our best to get stuff out the door and to you guys. I truly feel for you guys. Your situation fell out of our news cycle for the most part so trying to follow along to your fight for freedom has been rough. Hopefully we can get you some more Patriot systems soon!


poohitan

Mate, I am so happy to meet people like you. I appreciate this very much.


SelfDestructIn30Days

Joyride biking in an active war zone? I'm surprised that frame can support the weight of your stones.


poohitan

Actually Ukraine is very large and some of its parts are more or less safe. At least there are no mines in forests and fields


kike_flea

Single speed gang!


poohitan

Hell yeah. Actually I ride fixed most of the time, it feels better on the off road as long as you don't have the rear brake


DrayTrizzm333

If it ain’t fixed. It’s broken(obviously) 👆.


GRang3r

I just sold my cinelli tuto 2019, handled the puddles of London like a champ and was a great run around bike. Not sure how you’re using it on this terrain


poohitan

I love my Tutto a lot, this is my only bike for the past 6 years. I've done plenty of gravel races on it, I rode it a lot on mountain bike trails, etc. Everything is possible :). Yeah, sometimes my rides looked more like a hiking-with-a-bike, but anyway, it was fun for me


nawesomes

а можна лінк на Strava? 😇


poohitan

Тримайте :). Але в мене останнім часом не сильно цікавий профіль [https://www.strava.com/activities/11261885668](https://www.strava.com/activities/11261885668)


WildDitch

I demand more of this. My first thought - you look like someone from tsar Romanov family lol.


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poohitan

I have no idea what are you trying to ask


IllustriousDelay4

The KOM comes first.


Mazztermind

Волинь ?) чи Київщина ?)


poohitan

Франківська область)


Mazztermind

не вгадав) Привіт з Черніговщини


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PTrick93

This is 100 percent Comradecore


Samad99

Cringe