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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: March 21, 2025, 08:58:26 AM »
I mean, I hate having my dong going numb after an hour long ride which happens for me in quite a few bibs, especially in an forward and low leaning position. That's why I mentioned it.

I'm in Germany. No those links I posted above where for product reference only. Like I mentioned a few posts before Cheji left AE (that's why you see "Shop123456"-something). they had a real name but once it gets deleted it goes to this anonymous number name.

So, no, you cannot (at least I can't) get them for the prices anymore. Sadly.

With sales, I indeed meant the "normal" AE sales. Like first of the month thingy. Usually, Cheji did lower prices their prices for it as well. And the combination made for some really good deals. But as I said not possible right now as they don't have any current listings (for me in Germany). My suspicion is that they scrapped everything from AE for the countries they now want to sell directly to in their own shop.

I just actually placed an order for another bib with the red pad and a jersey from Cheji - hope they're legit back in AliExpress
BTW - I'm based here in Canada so I'll let you know when I get them to confirm they're legit.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: March 18, 2025, 08:26:18 AM »
Do you have such bibs? Is the pad 14mm / the same thickness all the way to the front of the pad? I ride mostly on the flat, and therefore spend most of my time on the saddle, tilted forward, which means there's one pad i found on AliX that has the same padding front and back, and i only wear that now. Most pads get thin at the front, brands included, and it feels like ancient tech.

Yes, I have that specific bib with the red pad and it's so comfortable even on longer rides. The thickness is consistent front to back but I don't have a way to confirm the thickness.

Edit: their post seems to show that the thickness tapers from 14mm at the bum to 3mm to the front or probably the 3mm is just to the sides - I'll check later to confirm

I'm grabbing another one just in case they close again in AliEx

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: March 17, 2025, 11:23:31 AM »
What? You don't think "Keep Cycling; Keep Moving" is totally inspirational and motivating?!

Wanted to order another Cheji bib for the season and saw the shop disappeared. Went through the thread to confirm my suspicion they quit AE. RIP ...

Cheji is actually back, but I'm still contemplating ordering if they're not "fully back".

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: chinese carbon saddles
« on: March 06, 2025, 09:00:44 AM »
Sounds good!

You can always measure your sit bone distance at home to have an idea of the size you need.

Maybe you already know all this, if not, this is how I do it:

1. Put a towel on a hard surface, place a piece of tinfoil on top and sit down.

2. Then check the table in Step #3 in this page:

https://www.sq-lab.com/en/ergonomics/sit-bone-measurement-for-bike-saddles

3. Add the X cm that suits your riding position to the seat bone distance you measured, which will give you the width of the saddle you need.

Every saddle manufacturer tells you to add a different X amount, no consensus, so it is always better to try the saddle first or buy it from somewhere that you can return it if it does not work for you  :)

perfect! Will try this! Thanks!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: chinese carbon saddles
« on: March 05, 2025, 09:11:28 AM »
ah I'm eyeing the SQLab 612 as well. Good thing there's a bike shop here that can help ID the actual size before purchasing so that might be a better route for me then.

Thanks!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: chinese carbon saddles
« on: March 04, 2025, 04:52:25 PM »
It's been over a year now, and I still have a love-and-hate relationship with this saddle.
https://www.velobuildmall.com/products/pu-wrapped-carbon-fiber-much-more-comfortable

I love it because it doesn't make me go numb 'down there' while going more aero in position, but I hate it because it is too narrow for me (130mm).

I had a bike fit last Nov 2024 and fitted 3 saddles in my rotation (eagle beak 130mm, berk lupina and another saddle for indoor 150mm both), and the eagle beak causes less to no numbness at all.

It helps me spin faster and longer too compared to the other saddles I've used.

I was wondering if y'all know something similar but WIDER at 150mm. Otherwise, I think I will have to go with the original Selle SMP Well saddle.



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Yo I'm a Filipino and I am using their CR3 model for my CAAD10 rim brake bike.

Yes, the internal width is narrow compared to today's standards, but I've never had issue with my set except when I had to replace the nipples and a spoke after riding it for 2 years.

still going strong though and I'm running it tubeless. the rims are stiff and responsive enough for me especially when riding out of the saddle.

it replaced a set of jetfly's because they're too flexy for my liking

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: February 19, 2025, 11:46:35 AM »
Been buying Cheji kit for years (well since 2021) and it is not unusual for the AliExpress store not to have any products listed, especially around Chinese New Year (they normally take a couple weeks off). I would not be worried, they should be back shortly.

i was just about to message them in Ali when I saw this in my inbox

Welcome to Cheji.
Hey, my friends!
I am very sorry to tell you that the CHEJI brand will stop selling on AliExpress. There are many reasons. But the Cheji brand and Cheji factory will not disappear. The main direction will be customer brand and customization. You can continue to pay attention to the future development of Cheji. Thank you for your continued support. If your brand needs production or customization, you can contact me. My name is Mini.
My WhatsApp is: +8618664808280.
My WeChat is: +8618664808280, contact me.
https://chejifactory.myshopify.com/

Thank you so much!
Best wishes!

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Wheeltop EDS GeX
« on: February 18, 2025, 04:03:13 PM »
hey y'all

I've got a rim brake CAAD10 on 1x setup with 42T oval chainring and 10-42T cassette
This is a Dura Ace R9100 shifters + GRX RD combo

Was wondering if the mechanical version of the GeX is the direct replacement for my current setup.

also, any link to a reputable seller in Ali?

Thanks!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: February 18, 2025, 09:53:39 AM »
Just mentioning this here: I was really happy with the stuff I bought from Cheji. Unfortunately they closed down their Aliexpress store. They will however keep selling D2C via https://www.chejifactory.com/

They don’t have their whole product range listed there yet.
The full catalogue can be found here: https://cheji.flbook.com/

crap! I like their bibs with the red pad and it is super comfortable even when used indoors for several hours.

I checked their site and it's gonna cost me twice as much compared to when I first bought it from them through Ali

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Crankset options 165mm?
« on: August 16, 2024, 02:02:35 PM »
@OP - this is what I use. The arm length can be adjusted to 160, 162.5, or 165mm

There are other lengths available too!


https://driveline.com.tw/product/15/58

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: chinese carbon saddles
« on: July 03, 2024, 04:04:57 PM »
Have you been using this and how are you liking it so far? Thinking about picking this up and wanted to see others' opinions.

Been using it mostly on my trainer. Had issues getting it dialed to my fit since it is narrower than my Berk Lupina saddle, but it was surprisingly good once I got it dialed in!

As it is narrower, it felt like I could spin faster, and allowed me to drop further to a more aero position comfortably or when on the drops because of the 'eagle beak' without causing numbness down there!

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I am using a SRAM Quarq. If you intend on purchasing an aerosensor at some point there's possibly some merit to opting for a dual-sided pedal system. Quarqs are nearly as good, ~1/5th the price, and allow for experimenting with aero pedal options.

Thank you!

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enter!

I've been eyeing this frame ever since i saw someone posted about it.

just waiting for le wifey to give the go signal, but looks like i won't have to anymore :D

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