Shimano GRX First Look and Ride -- Shimano's gravel-specific group set

This video was sponsored by Competitive Cyclist. Head over to their website ( if you're interested in the GRX group set. And make sure to use the code SYDMACKY15 for 15% off your first order (exclusions apply).

Here are the GRX components we discuss in the video:
- Niner RLT 9 RDO (
- GRX rear derailleur (
- 11-42 cassette (
- GRX crank (
- GRX shifter/brake (
- GRX shifter/dropper (

We've been waiting to try out Shimano's new gravel-specific group set, GRX, since we heard about it last year. And today we finally get to! Join us for an unboxing, install and first (snowy, muddy) ride on the new parts!

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