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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« Last post by hubertus on May 01, 2024, 02:51:56 PM »
Quote from: jonathanf2 on May 01, 2024, 02:40:29 PM
I'm using Skywolfeye 14500 Battery 1200mAh Li-ion 3.7V Rechargeable batteries and they've been working great.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/155465836365

I do wonder if batteries make a difference with some of these bad ER9 groupsets? It's the only major variable besides environmental conditions and riding style (race, commuter, etc.). Perhaps bad batteries could cause RDs to fail?

Yes, I can confirm the batteries are an important part. The issue of not being able to charge for more than 10 seconds immediately changed after replacing them. During the fixing process, it was also quite obvious that the charger is quite important. I had multiple rides in a row where the derailleur died mid-ride (even though charging them during the night). I will circle back after the next couple of rides to see whether the issues continue.
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« Last post by jonathanf2 on May 01, 2024, 02:40:29 PM »
I'm using Skywolfeye 14500 Battery 1200mAh Li-ion 3.7V Rechargeable batteries and they've been working great.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/155465836365

I do wonder if batteries make a difference with some of these bad ER9 groupsets? It's the only major variable besides environmental conditions and riding style (race, commuter, etc.). Perhaps bad batteries could cause RDs to fail?
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: First Road Bike Build
« Last post by ujmo_ on May 01, 2024, 02:05:42 PM »
Hey guys, I just internally routed all the cables. When I steer in the air, the fork swiftly moves back to center/natural position on its own. Is this connected to me doing something wrong or is it common?
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
« Last post by rasch on May 01, 2024, 02:05:03 PM »
Quote from: Serge_K on May 01, 2024, 09:03:29 AM
If you dont know the site, play around with https://geometrygeeks.bike/. Will let you compare bikes' geometries, it's extremely helpful.
Height alone means very little. I'm 184 and i now ride medium frames because i have long legs (saddle height of c.81cm). I also have fairly long arms, so i can fit myself on large frames, but i have a short torso, so i'm actually more comfortable to push watts on a medium than a large, with fairly high stack because my saddle to bar drop is pretty extreme. If in doubt, always, always go smaller rather than larger. I just sold a giant propel in L that was always a tad too big for me. Tragic, because that bike was amazing. Had i bought a M/L i probably would not have upgraded.
If you ride on the flat a lot and are comfortable in aero positions, probably best to take a 0 offset post, will get you more vertical on the BB, a la TT bike.

Thanks. Unfortunately it's quite hard for me to assess since my other bikes are completely different ahah. Will try to get access to a canyon ultimate L size. Apparently they have very similar geometries.

I'm pretty comfy on the endurace for example L size, which is basically the same of all endurace. I know this one is more agressive, but just wonder really the difference on those 2 things. 110 stem and the seatpost setback. Bike size is definitely the 58.

I can imagine though thst with 0 setback I can still play with the seat sth like 15mm back. Will see but place the order in any case.
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Last post by ScottL on May 01, 2024, 02:03:52 PM »

Looking at the wheels on Aliexpress, does anyone know what the differences are between the types? PRO, ENT, SLT, SLR, EDGE? The Elitewheels website has a different range, so not much info there, and the Ali information is pretty much useless with the pictures contradicting the information in a lot of cases.

 I'm looking for a set of very lightweight rim brake wheels, shimano compatible hub, not interested in aero. I'm a flyweight, 53kg. Any suggestions?

Thanks,
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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
« Last post by AzureEssence on May 01, 2024, 01:52:28 PM »
I j recently got some 6 bolt rotors

Zooms were trash

Avids are great
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« Last post by SillyMochi on May 01, 2024, 01:49:11 PM »
Which 14500 type is actually the right one for the battery pack? With or without IC Protection/PCB? And do they require a raised pole or the flat type (height differs between 49 - 51mm)?
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
« Last post by biceryder on May 01, 2024, 01:38:59 PM »
I went through the other seller.  Initially, I was going to purchase from that site but got
a better discount with the other one.  Prices seem to fluctuate weekly.  I’m still testing my groupset before I provide some end user feedback.  So far, mostly positive. 
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« Last post by amacal1 on May 01, 2024, 01:35:32 PM »
I didn't mean to give the wrong impression, because I'm very much a fan of their over-the-counter solution to the battery pack. The $150+ battery pack for the Di2 system is no doubt using exactly the same cells in the same setup as the Ltwoo pack. The only difference is that when the Di2 pack dies, you throw it away and buy a new one from Shimano for another $150+. If you are able to source quality cells, then this pack by Ltwoo is amazing. I chose to buy from a flashlight website because the flashlight consumers have been buying and reviewing and having high expectations of their lithium cells for many years now. They seem to give in-depth accounts of various cells' capacity, quality, current handling, etc.
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Which Chinese frames have integrated frame storage?
« Last post by Manfrotto on May 01, 2024, 01:18:48 PM »
Similar to the Trek Domane. Does anyone have any examples available?
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