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Re: Magene P705
It seems that Magene is rather quick when presenting new parts on bike shows. In 2023 the pedals where displayed in China and even some carbon cranks that have still to surface on the market. It's quite the opposite. I respect Magene that they want the product to be 100% ready. Totally different approach then other craps companies like ltwoo or some wheel manufacturers who are testing products on "live consumers" August 30, 2024, 03:07:24 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
Hey all! Thanks to the tips of the internet's favorite 5 year-old, mr Hambini and this thread i've pulled the trigger this summer on the LCR017 (super light frame option) in size M with 400/90 handlebar option. I've been searching for a 2nd bike to complement my Cervelo S5 and replace the alloy BMC Teammachine i have built up, this came up as a very cost effective and what i believe to be a super high quality option. I've opted for pearl white colour (as i'm quite sick of everything being black and matte) despite its weight penalty, and had to test my low creative abilities to come up with a logo and the name. Then it got to me - one of the most favorite things is to try and beat PB on a local hill here in Leuven, Belgium - called Chartreuzenberg, so the font and logo of the strong French spirit was chosen. I've only managed to have a super quick look and i really liked what i saw! The whole thing was 895$ shipped and with all import duties. The communication with Cassie of ProX was super smooth, quick and professional! I believe it would top any of the known brands' customer service easily. The bike arrived roughly 40 days after payment and i got a couple of shots as it was being produced. Customer experience 10/10 With the package came an awesome bike computer mount with a gopro/light attachment below saving the need to spend another 50 euros on it. Bottom bracket T47/DUB looks to be very good - came at a cost of 10$ - so, no brainer until i get a Hambini one. 2 derailleur hangers, headset, spacers, all is in. Splendid! Paint and finish is really very good. It does have one small blemish on one of the letters, probably happened during packing (it was well mummified in foam and put in a very sturdy box), and the overall finish around the masked areas is not jawdropping amazing, but i've seen so much shit from brand-names that i can just be super happy with the comparatively super-cheap frameset (Reminder that even a Winspace SLC3.0 now costs over 2000$ without handlebars or seatpost..., and i truly doubt it's more than twice the bike). Carbon layup looks to be very good, on the headset there is a bit of an uneven finish, but that's below the bearing cone area, so i don't expect any issues at all. Assembly should start sometime next week, and really can't wait to give it a go! It will be put together from the parts i have collected over a period of time: - SRAM Red chainset and rotors - Rival shifters, derailleurs and brake calipers - Fizik Antares R1 carbon saddle - Hunt 50 Aero wheels (currently with Cinturato Velo 28mm bulletproof tyres as winter weather commuter) Hope it will fit around 7kg mark and prove to be a bargain of the century         Will keep you posted Cheers Luka September 12, 2024, 05:37:40 AM |
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Re: Aero gravel frameset suggestion
if you put "NOT A PINARELLO" on it. i'd argue it's confidently not a pinarello  Quite a few open mould frames (like the VB GF003) are very, very heavily inspired from branded counterparts. So you'd buy something because that looks and dances likes an ostro gravel, but not a pinarello grevil? The italians are offended, i can hear them. they're waving their hands and saying stuff like "we are a not good a enough for youuuu?". October 03, 2024, 09:05:30 AM |
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Seraph Bikes Superlight 836g X68 - Alternative to SL8 Fakes?
https://www.seraphbikes.com/Superlight-Disc-Road-Bike-Frame-TT-X68-BSA-Bottom-Bracket-Max-Tire-70028C-With-Integrated-Handlebar-p5836624.html A far better alternative than buying a bottom bracket exploding fake SL8 in my opinion. Identical geometry of course. Maybe I should get one to compare to my actual Tarmac SL8 Seraph is the "brand" counterpart to Tantan if I'm not mistaken... EDIT: Even the geometry chart is using a photo of a frame with an SL7 Tarmac stem and spacers  October 23, 2024, 08:29:27 AM |
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Re: Seraph Bikes Superlight 836g X68 - Alternative to SL8 Fakes?
C'mon Mr.Lino, just hurry up and order one so you can tell us how it compares to a real SL8... I bet it's just gnawing away at you. Pretty soon you won't be able to think about anything else
October 30, 2024, 12:15:52 PM |
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Re: Seraph Bikes Superlight 836g X68 - Alternative to SL8 Fakes?
T-Werks labels in the Specialized font would be fun and cheeky.
October 30, 2024, 01:29:54 PM |
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Re: TideaceBike New mold Road Frame FM-CR068 groupbuy
Ice crack black
November 01, 2024, 02:24:22 AM |
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Re: Seraph Bikes Superlight 836g X68 - Alternative to SL8 Fakes?
Has it occured to you, perhaps, that people are not a monolithic entity, but rather individuals with differing opinions?
November 02, 2024, 10:42:32 AM |
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Re: Deep wheels below 1300gr without breaking the bank?
I'm after getting a set of Peter's D50CU-28 built up with their own hubs and carbon spokes, Peter has told me the wheels will be around 1300g and they cost me 555 with shipping and additional 125 (but I bought a frame from him as well)
November 03, 2024, 03:03:31 PM |
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Re: SL8 Replica Build
Have you ridden a true SL8 in order to compare to your frame ? Just found out a buddy of mine coincidentally just got a 52CM S-works so when time permits i shall perform a test ride on his and i'll have him jump on mine for an honest review. Should be interesting since the major characteristics he raves about like light, stiff but twitchy and super comfy seems to be the same for me. November 03, 2024, 04:01:45 PM |
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