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Re: chinese carbon saddles
Been using this Mixed saddle on my gravel bike. Its taken some hits on rough roads and is holding up nicely. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804407872695.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.51.365e1802b7EHlo&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa May 25, 2023, 03:22:51 PM |
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Re: Onirii One
Thanks for sharing! I'm really interested in knowing how stiff the frame is once built. Obviously not expecting crit bike level of stiffness, but I've also read reports the Aethos is more comfort than it is stiff. Who knows... January 13, 2024, 10:51:41 AM |
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Re: Onirii One
The bar wont be measured to the center of the tops, it should be measured to the transition area to the ramps. Another way to think about it is if you size to the center of the tops you need to subtract that distance from the reach of the bars to get your effective reach for the placement of your shifter. Assuming of course that the bar is dimensioned correctly.
January 25, 2024, 07:21:37 PM |
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Re: Onirii One
I would just ask my money back... Looks like they were not really honest and lied about the bar until they had your money and now want to send you a different one they have in stock... I had the same happen to me when ordering frames (different seller)... They told me they packed the frame with a different size handlebar and asked if it was OK to send because otherwise they would have to redo the packaging.... Of course I declined. This looks like exactly the same handlebar that was supplied with my Hygge frame and you can get them for way cheaper on Aliexpress (KOCEVLO is one of them), so I see no need to try to resolve your problem with the seller. January 26, 2024, 01:14:16 AM |
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Re: Onirii One
I received my Onirii One frame recently in size XL (56 cm equivalent). I ordered it painted black as they replied it would be the lightest. It weighed 685 grams without derailleur hand or water bottle bolts. The fork was 385 grams which is a bit heavier than advertised. Pictures to follow when I have enough posts to be able to. I’m waiting for my Avian Canary integrated handlebars to arrive which may be at least a month out since they are 400X130 which is a newly offered longer stem length for them.
February 24, 2024, 11:14:18 PM |
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Winspace C5 - Build & Thoughts
I have had a Winspace C5 for 3 weeks (700km) now and I thought some of you might be interested in a build log and some of my thoughts. My previous bike was a Canyon Endurace CF SL8 that developed a crack in the chainstay. I really liked the bike, but I wanted something with a more aggressive geometry. I'm quite lightweight (62kg) so my experience might not be the same as a heavier person (or more powerful). I like long and climby rides. These were some of the criteria I had for the frame: - Preferably T47 or BSA - Internal cable routing without a D-shaped fork - Less aggressive than a full-on race bike, more aggressive than my Canyon - Good/proven quality - Has to look good - Separate stem/handlebar - 32mm tyre clearance For me, the Winspace Agile was a bit too aggressive, and I didn't see much advantage in the slightly lighter frame. Also, the geo is more aggressive, so I would need more spacers (who doesn't like slammed stems). The C5 has a BB86 bottom bracket; I'd prefer something threaded, but you can't always get what you want. I also liked the FSA headset; this way I could run the stem and handlebars I wanted. Because I will be traveling with the frame, I didn't want a one-piece bar and stem. I saw Mapdec recommend the Deda Superbox system, which is compatible with the FSA 1.5-inch steerer system. FSA uses bearings with a 45x36 angle (supplied with the frame), while the Deda system uses bearings with a 45x45 angle. Luckily, Deda supplies a compression ring that is also compatible with the FSA bearings, so I didn't need to change the bearings. The frame is supplied with a Token TK299 expander plug, and this is probably a fine expander. But I couldn't get all the play out of the headset. I torqued the Token expander to 4 nm, and there was some play in the headset. I tried a Deda 70 mm expander, and now the play was gone. I think I cut the carbon steerer slightly too long for the Token to get the play out; the minimum distance (between the stem and carbon steerer) for the Token is less than for the Deda, it seems. Build - Winspace C5 MM (485) - 105 Di2, except the crank is Ultegra - Bikone DCTech BB86-92 Bottom bracket - Deda Superbox DCR - Pro Vibe Aero (38 cm) (36 cm would've been nice too, but the Canyon had 42 cm bars, and I didn't want to change too much) - SQLab 612R Saddle - Zipp 303S with Erase Road Hubs (the original hubs were extremely bad; bearings wore out very fast) (came from the Canyon) - Goodyear F1R 32 mm tyres (came from the Canyon) - BBB BHT-14 bartape - HideMyBell Raceday DM Garmin mount - Decathlon bottle cages - Favero Assioma MX-2 pedals - CYCEARTH 1.5M/Pack 1.5M Internal Housing Foam Shock Absorber 6mm Bike Hose Shift/Brake/Hydraulic Hose (very cheap, works very well) The bike weighs 8.4kg with garmin mount, bell, bottle cages and pedals (which are SPD so heavy). This obviously isn't a weight weenie build but for me the weight isn't an issue. I will be looking to upgrade some components in the future to get the weight down (cassette, wheels, cranks). Building the bike was super easy. I watched Klein Concept's build of the Agile, and you can basically apply everything to the C5. Routing the cables was very easy. The headset bearings and bottom bracket installed easily, the surfaces were smooth. The brake mounts looked like they were taped off properly before painting, i have no issues with brake rub. Some of my thoughts: - Electronic shifting is amazing. My mechanical Ultegra worked extremely well, but electronic is something else. - The Canyon comes with a VCLS flexible seatpost and is very comfortable. I was doubtful that the Winspace would be as comfortable. The Winspace is noticeably stiffer, but it isn't uncomfortable at all. I much prefer the ride feel of the Winspace; it is much more direct, and the power is transferred way more directly. This is especially noticeable when pedaling out of the saddle. Overall, I'm super happy with the bike. The Canyon feels very flexy compared to it. The comfort is not an issue at all (probably because of the 32 mm tyres). Taking corners and descending is really fun with this bike; it feels like it wants to go fast, while I had to coax the Canyon into going faster. If you have any questions feel free to ask 
August 07, 2024, 01:40:04 PM |
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Carbonspeed CS-GR01 gravel frame build thread
Won the giveaway last month-frame finished painting and is planned to ship this week. Went for 80s vintage Celeste paint as I wanted one as a teenager but Bianchi was way above my budget. https://imgur.com/a/zGW3oV4 August 11, 2024, 11:05:56 AM |
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Re: ICAN Flyee Frameset
Looks like orbea orca clone
August 16, 2024, 01:40:47 AM |
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Re: ICAN Flyee Frameset
No. When I bought the Onirii One frameset earlier this year they sent me the wrong barstem size so I ended up getting a second one. I figured I would just use the original, wrong-size one for this bike even though its a little long for me. ICAN's HB021 barstem doesn't have a lot of size options either. For me their sizes are all either too wide or the stem is too short. Nice. If you were interested in the HB21 they have more sizes than listed. I asked specifically about a 40cm x 120mm and they said they had it. August 19, 2024, 04:29:14 PM |
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Re: ICAN Flyee Frameset
WEIGHTS Nice to see the compression plug come with a metal spring instead of a stupid rubber o-ring that breaks on first install. September 05, 2024, 04:28:03 PM |
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