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Re: Best value carbon wheels? Circling back to this, the Elitewheels Edge are on sale now for $617: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804581390724.html

I've already used my bigger Aliexpress coupons, but I still am seeing $568 shipped in the cart ($30 off $200, plus $18 in coins).

Is there any real reason to go with the Yuanan direct option now ($500 + ~$100 shipping and less purchasing protections)? Also, will Aliexpress possibly have other coupons later in the 11.11-11.17 window?

Thanks!
November 11, 2023, 05:49:53 AM 		1
Re: Endurance Frame recommendations - Airwolf YFR066 or spend more money I didn’t get the integrated handlebar! Since I wanted to have more adjustability.
November 11, 2023, 01:06:38 PM 		1
Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread Hello everyone and happy thanksgiving to the US folks!

I wanted to create a build thread for my Airwolf YFR066 to document my experience with the frameset, as well as all the rest of the Aliexpress deals I have gotten over 11.11 sales (and soon to be black friday sales).

Overall goals:
-Less aggressive geometry (my current bike I don't have steerer tube left and I need a >17 degree stem to get the handlebars up enough)
-Space for larger tires (25c barely fits with my current frame, 28-32C is ideal with room to grow)
-hydraulic disc brakes
-full carbon ~50mm wheels with wide rim width, tubeless compatible
-newer groupset with at least 11 speed
-Compact/semi compact crank with shorter crank arms (and power meter)
-Similar weight or lighter than my current ~2010 era road bike (~18 lbs)
-As many random Aliexpress orders as I can get  :)


Here's a link to a Google Sheets with parts list and Aliexpress links: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1y6uIFHe2vutMn3ikGuVbpPe8hX08V3uloqBeOdkRBoc/edit?usp=sharing

I've also attached a screenshot of the document to this post as a reference.

Quick overview:
-Airwolf YFR066 frame without integrated cockpit
-Elitewheels Edge 50mm wheels
-OG-Evkin stem/handlebar
-Shimano Ultegra 11 speed hydraulic disc groupset
-Magene P505 power meter
-GP5000 ~30c tires

Currently rolling up in the 16-17lb range.

Received so far:
-OG-Evkin handlebar
-Shimano Ultegra groupset
November 22, 2023, 09:22:01 PM 		5
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread Small update--I ended up getting some more odds and ends during Black Friday:

-Magene P505 power meter (will use my Shimano Ultegra chainrings)
-Brake bleed kit
-Internal housing foam/damper
-Brake hose cutting tool
-ExAid ultralight bottle cages
-OG-EVKIN bar tape

Nearly everything has shown up so far except the frame and power meter (was a pre-buy--shipped yesterday). The frame is still stuck in paint I think--it's taken way longer than I expected to get everything through.

Weights:
-Shimano 160mm rotor - 117g w/ lockring
-Shimano 140mm rotor - 98g w/ lockring
-Elitewheels Front - 635g
-Elitewheels Rear - 731g
-Ultegra cassette - 244g
December 09, 2023, 02:53:02 PM 		4
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread I ordered tubeless valve stems since the wheels didn't come with any--and promptly ordered the wrong size. I had selected 80mm, but then picked a different color and it auto selected 60mm instead  :D so I had to order another set. They arrived today, so I was finally able to install the tires!

I used the included rim tape from the Elitewheels box--I was debating one or two wraps, but after one wrap on one wheel it looked like there was definitely not enough for two wraps, so I stuck with about 1 1/4 for each wheel.

I was really worried installing the GP5000s since I've heard so many nightmares with tubeless tires on road bikes, but I was able to get them installed by hand. One thing that helped was getting the tire to "straddle" the rim for the first bead so it didn't want to pop off so much.

I was also able to seat the whole rim with a floor pump as well. I didn't put in sealant yet, but pumped up to ~70psi, which is close to the max recommended for 30c tires on these rims. I was surprised that even with the 30c tires, they didn't overlap the external width of the rim too much.

As far as other parts--frame still hasn't shipped, though the last communication I had a few days ago was that it was possibly in paint. There's a few days remaining in the (extended) shipping time, so hopefully I'll see movement yet. At this rate even the power meter will beat the frame here!
December 13, 2023, 07:04:28 PM 		1
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread Update on Airwolf fiasco, I've repeatedly tried to get info from Airwolf on when my frame will get shipped but other than one message "I'm asking the paint factory" I haven't heard anything from them. Today, I asked if the frame was going to ship before the ship time ran out, and they didn't message me back, but marked the frame as "shipped" with no tracking number. Suffice to say, this isn't very confidence inspiring. I'm 35 days into this order--I've definitely given them the benefit of the doubt, but this feels fishy to me.

Hopefully they will update with a tracking number early next week.
December 16, 2023, 08:13:41 AM 		2
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread That's helpful context! Mine had an estimated delivery date of 12/2 which seemed unrealistic :D

I really want this order to go through--I really like the YFR066 frame (geometry, specs, etc) and I paid a great price for it, I'm just looking forward to building up my bike :)
December 16, 2023, 10:22:21 AM 		1
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread They updated it with a number that looks like a tracking number but has no info yet. I'll be curious how long the shipment takes  :)
December 17, 2023, 07:48:59 AM 		1
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread Some initial photos...

Power meter and frame arrived today! I was surprised it included both the bottom bracket and headset (I already ordered a bottom bracket). Note I did pay extra to have both 7x7 and 7x9 seatpost mounts available.
December 22, 2023, 04:07:05 PM 		6
Re: Eddie's Airwolf YFR066 Build Thread Second photo post--some quick early photos trying to take shots inside the frame. I know an elementary level of carbon--I think this is using the air bladder style inside instead of the EPS that newer/nicer frames use? It definitely doesn't look as nice as other internal shots I've seen, but I don't know if it's an unsafe level?
December 22, 2023, 04:09:58 PM 		3