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the data from ZFC is out there you can check it out. defo a race chain but the wear rate is not that bad

 I have, their conclusion was the same I found as well. Why pay more to wear out faster when gains are marginal for a non racer ?

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the YBN is a lot faster tho

 Faster wearing out, couldn't agree more.

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Do you already know what's the rider weight limit going to be?

I'd be happy to take a heavier frame for more durability, since I'm way to heavy...

 His CS-R01 is 120KG. It would likely be the same.

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YBN now has flattop chains for SRAM 12 speed. $82, so not a screaming deal but one more choice.

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPtmMAT


 Genuine SRAM chain is cheaper. Amazon.ca has rival at $45 and Force $70 CDN dollars. You are right though as a different option is always nice to see. They will probably get cheaper over time.

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Thank for the information. Are you happy with the quality? Do you know what type of molding they use?

 Quality was excellent. The original paint was almost perfect and the frame built up fairly easily. Some have complained that the headset didn't fit very well (gap between frame and start of stem spacers) but I had no issue - in fact i needed to shim my top cap to clear the frame. I have ridden the bike VERY hard and it has been fine. Photo is after I stripped and repainted the bike.

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Leese second gen crankset coming in 135-
145-150-155-160-165-170-172.5 lengths apparently

Not sure if theres any difference or if its just cosmetic..




 What are those chainrings ?

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 Many here bought off "surprised store". I did as well and didn't have many surprises. From order to delivery was about 3 weeks for me.

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Thanks a lot I turn away no encouragements like this!

 Is this a 1x or 2x setup ? Also, you said you cannot remove 5 links because the chain cannot be put back together. A link as I understand it is just the outers. 5 links = 5 outers+5 inner plates.

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The passquest ones look good, but require shimano cranks and trying to find any (especially in 165mm) at a good price seems impossible.

 I have a 1x Pass Quest chainring on my SRAM 107 BCD crank.

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 Cassettes used to be built this way but I am sure to avoid consumers screwing things up it's just easier to pin them together.

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I was assuming it is XPLR.  But the thing is, SRAM calls the 10-44T 12 speed cassette that fit on XDR an "XPLR".

 XPLR is a system meant to work with matching 1x derailleur. Regular SRAM AXS cassettes (either 1x or 2x) go to 36t and XPLR are the 44t all of which use the XDR carrier.

 Fun fact - for extra range the XPLR system (cassette/derailleur) can be run in a 2x setup even though SRAM says it's not compatible. On my gravel bike I am using a 11-46 ZTTO cassette, XPLR derailleur, Rival (wide) front derailleur and a Rival 43/30 crank. Shifting is a bit funny when it gets muddy but great otherwise. I am looking for a 1x option but not having much luck ATM as I want to keep my power meter as well.

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I am in part-sourcing step of my 1x12 gravel build.
Frame:          SP-Cycle G069 gravel frame
Rear Wheel:   Xiamen Carbon Speed 142x12 with XDR drive body
Cassette:       AliExpress ZRace XPLR 10-44T 12-speed cassette
Derailleur:     Wheeltop GeX 1x electronic wireless groupset

Question:
1. Do I have to use the SRAM flattop chain to go with this XPLR cassette.
2. If 1 is yes, then will the Wheeltop GeX derailleur work well with the SRAM flattop chain? I read that you need a specific roller size and design on the derailleur to work with the flattop chain.

 Have a link for that cassette? I am doubting it's XPLR. If it is, the groove is larger for the larger pins on the flat top chain to mesh.

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The Chinese Wheeltop GeX wireless derailleur can work with up to 14 speeds cassettes, hence should work with the new SRAM Red 13 speed. Hence the ask. The beauty of the Wheeltop GeX is that it can work for multiple speeds, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 cassettes.

 Could always 3d print a spacer and find a single cog.

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Spotted these really cheap centerlock rotors too https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005008336441514.html
They look different from the meroca ones and come in a bunch of colors. Tempted to grab a pair

 I ordered a set off TEMU as they were $5 less per rotor. We will see what they are like when they get here.

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Ordered a set of wavy gravel wheels on the 13th and they have been shipped on the 1st. 24mm internal should plump up the 32mm gp5000 AS to near 35mm. Hope they fit the frame !

https://www.xmcarbonspeed.com/Productinfo.asp?f=1657

Landed here in Atlantic Canada yesterday (March 6th) safe and sound. Wheels were packaged well in a wheel specific box and look perfect.
FWIW I have bought wheels off ALI before and they just came in a large box stuffed with foam and these had cardboard separators inside the box and were in foam wheel bags and nothing else included although I did purchase a XDR freehub along with the included Shimano one.

For reference in my frame still has lots of clearance as I plan to use 32 mm tires.

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