LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets

[Sgt.Hole]

I just finished watching the Trace Velo video on the new system and I, too, am disappointed to see the magnetic charging option completely removed. I understand, and welcome, the addition of the USB-C charging. But, the magnetic, break-away charging port - even if imperfect - was what I preferred.

I have kids around, and my biggest fear has always been that one of them bump or try to move my bike while I'm not around and not realize it was charging.

Maybe use something like this?
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006904562409.html?spm=a2g0n.productlist.0.0.5caa1901EwzYZB&browser_id=febf34ae89a74f1298d83e6e73ce3084&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=vptriphtxaqcawgc1959ff7338f23f3602d21c9ddd&gclid=&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%223706%22%2C%22spu_best_type%22%3A%22price%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%2C%22orig_sl_item_id%22%3A%221005006904562409%22%2C%22orig_item_id%22%3A%221005006150109986%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21EUR%217.63%213.81%21%21%2158.58%2129.29%21%40211b6c1917421455327974176e18fe%2112000038670690683%21sea%21FI%21706229876%21X&algo_pvid=93e94027-4894-4338-8272-1d313972ed79

[amacal1]

Dang. There was just a price drop on the eR9 from the Ltwoo-official store, and I couldn't resist any longer. $345 before coupons and tax. After the $40 coupon it was $305. I actually added 1-2 things I had been needing anyway and was able to use the $60 coupon. (I either got $20 worth of free stuff or actually got the eR9 for $285, however I prefer to justify it to myself, lol). At $285 it's a slam dunk purchase. I don't have a disc road frame to use it on right now, but sometime in the next year or so I've been intending to do a build. I already have the eGR on my gravel bike and I've got over 1000mi on it and 1 crash that it has (mostly) survived, so I'm basically all-in on the Ltwoo ecosystem now.

I would have liked to have gotten it from 80s Designer Store, but I couldn't find it and I wondered if they had sold out. There was a review left on Ltwoo-offical store's product page from just a few weeks ago saying that the reviewer was happy to see it came with USB-C charging on the front derailleur, so it appears they at least are selling the v2 version (not holding out hope for v3). At $285 or even $305 for at least the v2 version, I couldn't be happier.

[jonathanf2]

Dang. There was just a price drop on the eR9 from the Ltwoo-official store, and I couldn't resist any longer. $345 before coupons and tax. After the $40 coupon it was $305. I actually added 1-2 things I had been needing anyway and was able to use the $60 coupon. (I either got $20 worth of free stuff or actually got the eR9 for $285, however I prefer to justify it to myself, lol). At $285 it's a slam dunk purchase. I don't have a disc road frame to use it on right now, but sometime in the next year or so I've been intending to do a build.

I would have liked to have gotten it from 80s Designer Store, but I couldn't find it and I wondered if they had sold out. There was a review left on that store's page from just a few weeks ago saying that the reviewer was happy to see it came with USB-C charging on the front derailleur, so it appears they at least are selling the v2 version (not holding out hope for v3). At $285 or even $305 for at least the v2 version, I couldn't be happier.

If it has USB-C charging, wouldn't that make it V3? I thought V2 only had the new shifters and brake calipers (still good to have).

[amacal1]

If it has USB-C charging, wouldn't that make it V3? I thought V2 only had the new shifters and brake calipers (still good to have).

I thought the v2 had a (presumably) slightly updated RD but added USB-C charging to the FD, while the v3 had a further updated RD that removed the magnetic charging? Then again, now that I think about it further, the v2 may have only given out to reviewers and once it was being sold it was the v3 version.

[jonathanf2]

I thought the v2 had a (presumably) slightly updated RD but added USB-C charging to the FD, while the v3 had a further updated RD that removed the magnetic charging? Then again, now that I think about it further, the v2 may have only given out to reviewers and once it was being sold it was the v3 version.

I thought V2 only had the updated shifters, updated FD cage, brake calipers and shifter design. V3 added the FD USB-C charging.

Since you're buying it from the Choice store, you only have 90 days to check if there are any issues. After that, you're SOL if something goes wrong and you didn't notice until after you installed the groupset months later. At least you have peace-of-mind 80 Design Store will easily replace components if something goes wrong.

Though I did buy the eGR from the LTwoo factory store when it was $300 during Black Friday and my groupset has been very solid. I feel like the latest LTwoo components have stepped up in quality.

[amacal1]

Since you're buying it from the Choice store, you only have 90 days to check if there are any issues. After that, you're SOL if something goes wrong and you didn't notice until after you installed the groupset months later. At least you have peace-of-mind 80 Design Store will easily replace components if something goes wrong.

Hmmm... I thought for sure I had bought it from Ltwoo-official store, but you might be right and it was a choice purchase in actuality. Thanks for pointing that out, and I'll be sure to keep that in mind when I receive it (especially since I don't plan on using it right away).

[foniks]

Unfortunately, I am in Canada and have to buy from 80 Designer 520$ (after aliX coupon) vs the Ltwoo-official choice shipping 320$. I feel like we are getting hosed on the price. Is there any additional coupons you guys know, especially where to find them etc.? I want to get one but at this rate, gonna have to pass. These shipping restrictions are making me sour on Ali as a vehement user.

[jcr]

Unfortunately, I am in Canada and have to buy from 80 Designer 520$ (after aliX coupon) vs the Ltwoo-official choice shipping 320$. I feel like we are getting hosed on the price. Is there any additional coupons you guys know, especially where to find them etc.? I want to get one but at this rate, gonna have to pass. These shipping restrictions is making me sour on Ali as a vehement user.

do we know what is triggering the shipping restriction? I am in Canada and also noticed a lot of things can't be shipped too

[jonathanf2]

AliExpress is buggy as hell. Sometimes I find that I have restrictions on certain items, but if I click on the + or the image link instead, sometimes those restrictions are removed.

[SillyMochi]

I would have liked to have gotten it from 80s Designer Store, but I couldn't find it and I wondered if they had sold out.

I was looking for it a few days ago as well and couldn't find a listing. Seems like they don't offer it right now. No idea why though. This is the old listing which shows it as "no longer available": https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005005922459020.html

[rhysjm27]

Been speaking directly with 80 Designer Store over the last week or so and sounds like they are sold out of the new version ER9 which would have been my preferred option.

But I have just picked up an ERx groupset from them for £408 (with some vouchers). The listing had photos of the OG version but they confirmed through photographs that it will be the V3.

Excited for it but finding the very limited online coverage of it a bit odd.

Will post some shots once it arrives.

[Benbenben]

I spoke tu 80 designer store and he said he will have stock again for er9 in April. I am also in Canada and want to buy a v3 er9. If anyone has lead to buy one at a good price...

[jonathanf2]

Hmmm... I thought for sure I had bought it from Ltwoo-official store, but you might be right and it was a choice purchase in actuality. Thanks for pointing that out, and I'll be sure to keep that in mind when I receive it (especially since I don't plan on using it right away).

Update us when you get your ER9 groupset and which version you get. If it's not V3, returning Choice items is fairly easy.

[amacal1]

Update us when you get your ER9 groupset and which version you get. If it's not V3, returning Choice items is fairly easy.

I double-checked, and - though it was a choice purchase - the seller was actually Ltwoo-Official store. So, I assume I'll be able to reach out to them for after-sales support in the event of potential warranty issues. They may not have the stellar track record of 80's Designer Store, but I don't think I've heard any horror stories either. Furthermore, I know for a fact I can reach out to 80's Designer Store for buying spare parts, should I end up having to buy something that breaks on it.