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Re: 3D Printed Saddles
It seems like there are 3 new Ryet saddles in total: T50 that is seen in the photos above, X6 and X7p. Not a fan of how X7p looks like, starts out nice and narrow, but then goes full triangle mode and gets real wide real fast. T50 looks nice and solid all around, although the pressure relief channel is bit narrow. X6 has similar shape to T50, but has wider relief channel and different looking mesh (not sure how it affects comfort). I kinda want to buy X6, but gotta see how comfortable is that different looking mesh. One interesting point across all three saddles is that they are advertising 1cm extra rail length.

T50: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005843482948.html
X6: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005871294163.html
X7p: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005871242590.html

I just received the X6 saddle and WOW. That's the best saddle I've ever used. It is super comfortable, it is almost flat and the length is great sitting in between short 24cm and long 28cm saddles. Just perfect for me.

I don't know what is the exact difference between the T50 but from what I assume the X6 has to be more comfortable with thicker padding. Because it weight 20g more and the only thing that is different is the 3d mesh. The base is the same.
Also when You look to the description it say road/mtb in the usage section, opposed to only road in the T50.

Based on this I think X6 is more comfortable. Tbh when I ordered I did not even notice that those 2 differ. I am using X6 for my road bike, but I think I will order one for my gravel bike asweel. I am a little tempted to try the T50, but on the other hand why choose other one if this one is so good. Especially that I have a collection of saddles I don't use in my closet and don't need more. And those aliexpress saddles are rather hard to sell, like ie the ryet premium superlight saddle which was just to hard for me.

Edit: after few longer rides I gotta change my opinion on the saddle. The padding on longer rides starts to hurt and rubs te contact points which causes pain :/

September 15, 2023, 03:34:55 AM
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Re: recommend an ospw for me I use the Ltwoo ospw. Just changed the bearings for fully sealed ceramic ones. It's looking good and working just fine
September 20, 2023, 04:43:45 PM
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Re: Chinese cycling clothes
Would you mind sharing the links ?
I tried 3 Spexcel ones, but I'm overcooking in them.

The only great winter(when no rain) jacket I did buy were called Runchita, and I'm still using them as from 2019
They are unfortunately not available anymore.
These are not the same, but I didn't try as they don't have the S size:  https://a.aliexpress.com/_Ey8xBmR

Winter
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EJNwtdv

Autumn
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EwSeIMT my favorite


September 24, 2023, 10:56:08 AM
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Re: Chinese cycling clothes
is it really waterproof? It seems it's hard to have a waterproof/resistant fabric AND breathable, it's found only on more expensive clothes
don't know if the spexcel jackets from kubackjeee are better, would be good to know

I always have issues with that, with these kinds of winter clothing.
I sweat too much, and I need breathable fabrics otherwise I'll be drenched in no time. What I end up doing is layering up, and always leaving some opening on the zipper to try to cool down, but after awhile in the ride I tend to open a lot the zipper to cool down, and when it starts to get cold then I close again
annoying, but it's what works. Always wondered if a more expensive jacket would give me the breathability, but at least here it's just too much money, so I prefer to be annoyed  ;D

I don't even count that it will be waterproof and good breathable at the same time. For this you need a top class membrane. And the best I could are polish brand jmp sport - https://sklep.jmpsport.pl/sporty/246-2618-x2-kurtka-rowerowa-meska-40000-jmp-2415820012108.html#/4-rozmiar-xl/30-kolor-ciemny_niebieski - this is the only rain jacket that does not make me wet under. But since I do not like to ride in the rain that much I need those spexcels for colder days and they do the job perfectly. The winter one I am sure will be good on a little rain

September 25, 2023, 11:48:33 AM
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Re: Elves Eglath Pro Build GREAT looking bike, absolute beast. Can you post more photos, would love to see side view.
And tell us how it rides :)

September 29, 2023, 08:48:47 AM
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Re: TanTan GR047 or GR048?
Hi.
Did you make a decision?
I'm kinda in the same boat, choosing between GR048, GR047 and Carbonda CFR707. Leaning more towards GR048 as it has lower mounts for bottle cages on seat tube, so there will be some room left for frame bag  :D
Also, the tire clearance in smaller in GR047 - 47mm compared to 50mm in 707 and GR048. I agree with you, that 048 has boring (I would say "classic") design, but I prefer usability/versatility over design features and look, so bigger tire clearance, better bottle mounts is a big plus for me.

I also am choosing between the two bikes. I love the look of gr048 but the heatube and stack is just to big on this bike. Like come on only 385 reach in size XL paired with Huge 630 stack. Thats huge stack. And if one wants lower stack then size L had on only 556 TT. Thats to short for 187cm guy. When I look qt gr047 geo it just suits me better. Reach 391 ant 608 stack looks nice. Can run slammed stem with 100/110 stem.

October 01, 2023, 03:41:52 PM
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Re: Titanium Gravel bike: PYTitans build thread
Here the build details:
- PYTitans Gravel frame Size 52
- Zerace RX4 crankset and BB with 42 Tooth
- Sigeyi Power meter for SRAM
- Juintech F1 break calipers
- OG Evkin: Seatpost, Stem, Handlebar and Headset
- Toseek Saddle (Prologo copy)
- Elite Wheels 32mm/35mm with RD13 Hubs and Panaracer Gravelking SS 38mm Tubeless tires.
- Shimano 105 brifters and GRX RX812 Derailleur
- ZTTO 11-46 Casette
- Garbaruk Deraileur Cage with 15Tooth Meroca Pulley to get the 11-46 cassette to shift smoothly

Total weight including pedals, bottle cages and garmin mount: 9.2kg
First short test ride was good, now waiting for some warmer weather for a longer ride.











Hey Chris lovely build. I am refreshing this post as I would like to ask specifically about the og evkin seatpost. Is it comfortable? I currently have the elite one seatpost and its great because it has quite a nice flex so it's perfect for gravel in terms of compliance. Only problem is that with my new saddle without cutout it is almost impossible to adjust it because of no access to the top sestclamp bolt. That's why I wanna get the og evkin seatpost and wonder if it is comfortable and good at damping vibrations and maybe even some nice flex like the elita one for. Would love to get your input

October 03, 2023, 05:39:07 AM
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Re: Airwolf YFR068 - 2023 Gravel Frame
I know I am new-ish around here and there is a lot more acceptance of replica frames here than in other places. However, I don't really understand the point of adding a UCI logo to non-approved frame unless the point was go beyond adding the Cervelo logo on the HT to convince people that this is a real Aspero 5 or convince a race judge that this is an approved frame for use somewhere.

In general, I love the idea and geometry of this frameset. It's too bad IMO that they copied the downsides of this frameset along side the good things. I would have loved to see an aggressive gravel race bike like this or an all-road bike that used a round tube steerer, 52mm bearings lower and upper and a t47BB, either an asymmetric one or a normal one.

Bro chill out. Fuck UCI, this sticker means nothing even if it is original. It tells nothing about the quality of the frame, it's not like some iso certificate or something. In order to get it frame producer, just needs to pay to this greedy organization and the frame dimensions need to be within UCI rules. They don't care about the quality, just about their rules.

Anyway, gravel scene hates UCI and wants to stay away from this corrupt body as much as they can, so that's the bigger reason for not putting this sticker on the frame. But if the owner wants to do it? It is his choice mate, because this frame checks all to boxes of the rules. The manufacturer just did not pay the bribe. It's not like he is putting fake specialized, cervelo, trek sticker.

October 06, 2023, 02:46:55 AM
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Re: Mechanical flat mount brakes
Thanks for all the feedback! It's interesting how there's such a range of opinions on the cable/hydraulic brakes.


Anyways, I found a cheap used pair of Tektro MD-C550 calipers (OEM version of the TRP Spyre) on eBay so I'm going to give those a shot. I will make sure to get good compressionless housing. I figure they will be adequate for my short commute.

I use trp spyre c with semi metalic pads for over 4 years now. I am a big strong dude and use this bike in all kind of gravel and singletracks. From flat rides, fast races, to ultra and mountian 200+ km events. When properly adjusted and jagwire compressionless housings those brakes never let me down.

October 06, 2023, 07:07:48 AM
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Re: Current Wheelset Offerings for Climbing
Which hoops and spokes are you using?
I was looking on Ali for 711/712, but the all seem to be QR. The closest I could find that fit my needs are Novatec D791SB-CL D792SB-CL. $61.36 USD A pair which seems pretty good. Claimed weight 407g

I have w contact to a company from xiamen who produces wheels for elite wheels. You can get rims, same good hubs or full rims for great price

October 09, 2023, 11:09:35 AM
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