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Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
Performance and reliability aside, it's just not worth it...yet. A full 105 di2 can be had for like $1250 usd
June 05, 2023, 10:50:16 AM |
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Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
Groupsets and wheels are the two things you really should not skimp on. Basically any moving or electronic components. Framesets, handlebars/stem, saddles, and any other static parts can be had for cheap without really posing any risks to safety or reliability. June 05, 2023, 01:41:04 PM |
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Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
I would also make sure LTWOO isn't shipping out pre-production models.
June 12, 2023, 08:09:06 AM |
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Velobuild GF-002 Bikepacking build.
 Just finished my Velobuild GF-002 build and wanted to share. The build was good fun but being my first time building a bike it was a struggle at points. The hardest part was internal routing 4x hoses including 2x Jagwire compressionless shift housings. I am also struggling to the get the front derailleur to shift up properly so need to do some more tinkering there. Issues: The rear brake flat mount on the GF-002 was completely off so I took it to a LBS to face the mount which worked, sadly they soaked the brake pads in mineral oil in the process.  I originally asked Velobuild for British Racing Green in Gloss and gave them a pantone which they confirmed was ok before ordering. After paying they effectively said 'sorry we dont have' and said I can have the frame in a 'similar' colour which in person is akin to Satin Army Green. Not what I was going for. Wasnt impressed with the paint quality either, there are noticeable edges where the colours change. Not gonna complain for a $60 paint job. I will eventually repaint myself. EliteWheels originally sent out the wrong wheels so I disputed and asked for a partial refund, then sold the wrong wheels on eBay and re-ordered the right ones. Was not too impressed with their service on Aliexpress including asking me to 'close the case to get a refund' and refusing to re-send the correct wheels unless I paid extra. Re-ordered from them on another Ali account and had no issues. The wheels are the highlight of the build for me. 1320g @ 50mm depth 21mm internal and ratchet hubs for $620 is nice. The TPU inner tubes have plastic stems which dont seem to seal properly, the tyres lose a decent amount of air every week. Might try some PTFE tape on the valve core threads. I didnt research much in the saddle and will probably try a 3d printed one that TraceVelo recommended at some point, the Mixed one is pretty comfortable but I can see it getting a bit painful for 100+km days. Impressions: I have only ridden for about 100km or so but loving it so far, never had a drop bar bike so I didnt know what to expect. Aside from the FD not shifting up cleanly no issues so far. With the out of Shimano spec 11-40 cassette I need to be careful not to cross chain otherwise its not pretty. I'm already thinking the 34-40 gearing is a bit excessive and might switch to a 11-36 cassette or 1x but will wait for a while to tackle some more climbs. I will go on some longer trips next month and hopefully multi-day bikepacking in September.  Components: Velobuild GF002 Frame EliteWheels Edge Disc GRX600 2x11 Shifters GRX810 Rear Derailleur With Sunrace SP570 Extended link Shimano 105 Front Derailleur 11-40 SLX Cassette ZRace 50-34 Chainset Magene P505 Spider GP5000 32mm tyres Mixed 7D Saddle Newboiler TPU inner tubes IGPSport BSC200 head unit Total cost was around £2200GBP Weighs 8.3KG with pedals, no bottle cages. Let me know if you have any suggestions for the FD shifting, I'm thinking it maybe a qfactor issue and will try to swap some spacers around to see if it helps as the low screw is bottomed out and I feel like the shift cage needs to be further out. July 16, 2023, 01:50:25 PM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
It's directly the new Lab71 Supersix Evo knockoff in my opinion.
July 17, 2023, 11:24:52 AM |
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Re: Velobuild GF-002 Bikepacking build.
No reply from Velobuild on the issues with the brake mount despite contacting them 3 times through different channels. Guess they dont care.
August 04, 2023, 05:56:08 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
Now our LCR017-D only size 54cm passed the test, other size maybe will a little change, now only on design, have two version, supper light version for rider under 100kgs, norma weight for rider under 120kgs, some photos on google photos, https://photos.app.goo.gl/6fnizD7PMyFJ591u8 September 06, 2023, 02:31:52 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
for your information. I can say the same about dealing with Yishunbike recently. The Guidance from Kitty was very handy and within 24h. I had the chance ordering the R1058-D and they accepted my custom paint scheme as well as building up a specific rim/hub combination. So all in all about communication it was a very reliable experience. They even told me, that after Patrick posted his youtube video about the R086-D, they receive a high amount of traffic and attention and are not able to deal with everyone. I keep you posted when receiving the frameset and wheels and will comment on quality as I have the direct comparison to the new G21 from Yoeleo and there rims. Cheers, Marco September 20, 2023, 03:01:49 AM |
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Replica Factor Ostro VAM
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September 20, 2023, 12:44:17 PM |
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Re: TanTan TT-X38 Build
Yikes, that headset cup looks terrible. I ordered my frame unpainted. And while my headset cup area was clean, it still caused some sloppy fitting of the headset bearing. Do a dry run of the bearings to make sure they are snug and level. September 29, 2023, 07:58:23 PM |
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