Ian Boswell Bike Check - Presented by CushCore

Catching up with Ian Boswell, back in his home town Bend. We take a look at his Specialized Roubaix and talk gravel riding!

Full Build list:
CUSHCORE Gravel Tire Inserts
Specialized S-Works Roubaix
Wahoo Speedplay Pedals
Specialized S-Works Power Seat
Coefficient RR Handlebars
Sram E-Tap Kit
Tracer Pro Tires

[Geeios]

I noticed Ian has his saddle back to include the setback seat post, which as a fitter I totally agree with for power, endurance and comfort.

I also notice most of the competition are way forward on their bikes to the extent of straight seat posts with the saddle moved as forward as possible. What is the logic behind this position? Is there a reason they do this?
From some videos one can see a lot of torso bobbing to compensate for power loss. I've seen articles about moving forward for more aero, but an extreme TT if not tri bike like fit robs riders of power. Who does 100 plus mile TT's ?

[JosephDowski]

I realize this is CushCore's YT page but would love more details on the Coefficient RR handlebars. They look so comfy but also $400... #yikes!

[industryrule-]

Don’t need the music over his talking.

[joshschrader]

Great racer- not so much of a fashionista though - rough kit dude