Is gravel suspension dumb? Tech maestro James Huang weighs in on forks, stems, posts and more

Does suspension make sense on a gravel bike? It's a simple question with a long answer, and on this video I'm happy to have the company of veteran tech editor James Huang. Together we dig into gravel-specific suspension forks, suspension stems, suspension seatposts (and compliant carbon posts), integrated frame suspension designs and more. Check out James' new project: https://nminus1bikes.substack.com/ -- The Ride is supported in 2024 by: Castelli clothing: http://tinyurl.com/43k6pftp Perc Coffee: https://tinyurl.com/etzyekwr (save 15% with code 'ride15') Giro helmets: http://tinyurl.com/72svzzxp Silca maintenance: https://bit.ly/47xxvzj (save 10% with code 'theridewithben10') First Endurance nutrition: https://bit.ly/41SDgqq (save 20% with code 'THERIDE') Shimano shoes & glasses: http://tinyurl.com/ye274tep Feedback Sports stands & tools: https://bit.ly/3S9Dq8r - 0:00 intro 1:17 where it makes sense 5:00 Giant Protege 7:30 dial it in 10:29 forks 26:06 stems 28:08 seatposts 31:37 integrated suspension 37:38 what we like