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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
Do you have auto trimming on the FD? I see it is moving a little when you go up and down on the cog. Seems like it but not sure if this in anyway may infringe Shimano's patent but no issues with shifting in casual mode. However in casual mode, the system seems to auto prevent shifting last 2 gears on either sides of the chainring to prevent cross-chaining; ie. Lager ring cannot last 2 biggest gears while small ring cannot use the front 2 smallest. There is a Racing Mode which I believe shifts faster without the gear lock. That will also use up more power so more tests shall reveal it all. February 08, 2024, 07:10:27 AM |
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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
Hey Team, Sorry I am currently will with COVID from unknown source grrr~! The batteries are definitely replaceable but like everyone, we need to find a source else its back to manufacturer WheelTop. The battery is screwed against the derailleurs so some work is needed to have them removed. I have seen the Aliexpress link selling the EDS TX online. They seem to deliver to many states but I cannot tell if all are there since I am a "Singaporean", Senator Tom. BTW, first ride month review is out but done while I am ill.. so forgive me on the quality as I can barely talk with a sore toad throat. Not sure if you can see my video link clearly but search for Taicho Cyclist Channel and you can see the video if the hyperlink in my post is somehow blocked. February 24, 2024, 06:52:02 AM |
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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
Are you in a position to compare the size of the brifters to Shimano ones? I must say this group is beginning to look very nice. Absolutely easy to compare the size of the EDS shifters to Ultegra R8150 as I have both systems. For your information, my palm size is considered large for Asian (Medium-Large Caucasian?) The EDS aesthetically and physically is smaller. I can get a good hand wrap around the hoods with 4 fingers space on the underside. The Ultegra R8150 is bulkier due to the crested hoods for Di2 shift buttons on the top and has less underside space for only 3 fingers to wrap underneath. February 26, 2024, 03:27:55 AM |
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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
The more I look into this groupset the more I'm impressed. I like that they're solely focused on electronic groupsets and nothing else. Also their website seems better suited attracting an international audience. My only concern is long term support and access to parts. Well only one way to find that out isn't it? Join me in the leap of faith lol  Frankly I am impressed that they actually replied to my message within the same day or less about the chainring spec issue. That aside, warranty is entirely a different monster. If your local area has no warranty, I believe a courier back to WheelTop could be necessary. February 26, 2024, 10:45:16 PM |
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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
I have the opportunity to take the new TIME bike out for my club ride. So during a break, I took a quick clip to show viewers the shifting of the EDS TX. The test began with the big chainring shifting single gears upwards, followed by the downshift. Next I performed a shift hold upwards and downwards in a single press action resectively. The same pattern is repeated for the small chainring BUT the system will automatically move the chain up from smallest to 3rd cog. This seems like the automatic anti-cross chain logic only in the small chainring. Otherwise the upshifts and downshifts, whether individually or press hold are very smooth. https:/ /youtu. be / 24Eh-sQVfpQ I really enjoyed using the EDS TX from WheelTop for its crisp shifting. March 01, 2024, 11:44:56 PM |
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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
I had a crash 2 weeks ago when my front tire tube blew in a turning maneouvre which resulted in a slide out and threw me off the bike. The EDS survived with some scratches to the shifter body, lever blades are intact. I used 600 sandpaper to file out the rough edges and a black permanent marker sealed the deal. Now it looks inconspicuous unless up close. The most important thing is the shifting is still bang on for my 50/34 - 11/30 set up. This EDS TX is indeed tough. https://youtu. be/eLID1SvW-9Q March 23, 2024, 08:29:41 AM |
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Re: WheelTop EDS TX Full Wireless Groupset (Chinese SRAM)
Now it seems WheelTop is upping their game with reviews through Trace Velo and GC Performance. People will tend to listen to these influencers on Youtube. I tried my best to bring up the product at the start of my journey. Guess its over to these big hitters now 
March 27, 2024, 12:40:24 PM |
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LEXON Road Carbon Crankset
 Just received the LEXON R1 hi-mod carbon cranks today and they are really beautiful. Did a quick unbox clip just to show the item and weight, plus the accompanying Xcadey Powermeter which will be mated with the carbon cranks. https://youtu .be/0CK8M6rj7Nw Seeing is really believing as the weight is amazingly light at 331/332 grams for cranks with spindle. Adding the alloy spider gave 372 grams. After replacing the crank spider with the powermeter, the overall weight without chainring bolts is 435 grams. Still amazingly light before installation on my TIME ADH23. Cheers. March 27, 2024, 12:46:23 PM |
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Re: LEXON Road Carbon Crankset
The cranks are from Aliexpress for about nearly USD200 and the powermeter are about USD270 with discounts using coupons.
March 27, 2024, 09:34:54 PM |
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Re: LEXON Road Carbon Crankset
If you ordered the crankset separately from the powermeter, there may be an issue with the crank lockring as pictured https://photos.app.goo.gl/eqBrVKkTPzwNcs8W9The lockring can be hand tightened in but the grooves have no space for tools to fit in and tighten it. However, this may not be the case if the seller is offering a mounted crank unit to the powermeter as mine came separately. The solution is to use an internal groove lockring like the Race Face CINCH for Easton lockring. Small hiccup but not catastrophic so the project will be delayed while I use the standard alloy spider that came with the crank. https://photos.app.goo.gl/fapimqD1dQT5a7m26 April 01, 2024, 12:26:55 AM |
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