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Sales & Classifieds / [EU] Selling GRX RD-RX822 SGS 12 speed rear derailleur
« Last post by Tilmanstoa5ty on April 02, 2025, 06:55:43 AM »
Since i've upgraded my gravel bike to the electronic wheeltop groupset i no longer need my GRX 12 speed rear derailleur.

Max biggest cog: 51 teeth

I've bought it in january and have the original invoice. I've ridden it for less than 100 km so it's pretty much new. I can include a shift cable if you like.

If you are interested feel free to message me. I'm looking for around 60€.

I am located in germany.
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Component Deals & Selection / Re: AliExpress Price Adjustment Feature
« Last post by SillyMochi on April 02, 2025, 06:55:13 AM »
Not all items have the price adjustment. From what I can see it's mostly for Choice items. So if you haven't purchased anything from Choice or items that don't have it listed in the description, there's a possibility you're not seeing the option.
Does it only show up on items that are currently actually cheaper than what you paid for or also on items you got cheaper than the current asking price?
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Speaking of know-how, these are the words of CEO Colnago in an interview: "We have the V Series which, like almost all racing bikes made in the world, comes from Asian countries (China and Taiwan). And not for price reasons but because they have developed notable skills on carbon there".


Well I agree with Serge_K
Things i have noticed in the last 4 years have taken a massive leap, and yes knowhow is spread.
Joe Whittingham also say this in his YT China Cycling channel or interviews he has had with other you tubers.
People move around gain knowledge an pass knowledge on so everything keeps getting better and the Chinese have caught on and are developing there own brands as that is where the $$$ is
Xiamen obviously is where at is at for the industry
   
                                                       Xiamen                                Shenzhen/Guangdong                            
Specialization in Bike Frames   ✅ Yes, major hub                     ❌ Not primary                            
Carbon Fiber Application             Mostly bicycles   & Wheels             More tech & drones                  
Production Costs                 Lower than Shenzhen                   Higher labour & land costs        
Presence of Big Brands          Many OEMs/ODMs                             Few frame makers   

I'm very very interested to see this frame when I receive and build it against the real thing, it may possibly get to a point where I stop buying the western brands
Same is for watches I have well a pricey watch and now the $1000 copies are near on indistinguishable and need experts to make assessments to there authenticity, as people are getting caught out buying as genuine which may just happen with the bikes.
I buy a real one  and a copy and get it same colour decals etc and dont register real frame  and sell it with warranty there you go!     
And before anyone says anything no I am not planning to do this I do have a moral compass!     
   
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I had that grim awakening with my first ever road bike as well. To my surprise (once I discovered that different rails exist) the shop said there are no accessories matching that seatpost to allow for 7x9 rails (local retailer). Well, I looked around a bit and discovered the appropriate clamps myself (one bolt system).

I learned two things with that purchase:
1) Never trust a retailer that just wants to make a quick sell
2) ALWAYS ask for the additional clamps before making an order if the seatpost doesn't allow for different shapes/sizes by itself
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Photos of the build! As I mentioned previously, I can't ride the bike right now due to major fires in my area, so I can't comment on ride quality until things clear up. I've included close-ups of the UD glossy raw finish. In-person it looks like black marbling, similar to a bowling ball with similar finish! Also I pre-applied clear protection decals to certain areas of the frame. Some of the straight lines in the finish are from the protection decaling.

That stem/handlebar combo looks slick to be a non-integrated handlebar. I assume it is Uno stem, but what handlebar is that? And another thing - did the top cover for the headset come with the frame kit?
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These are the bottle cage screws I'm using with no issue. i can insert and remove my ER9 battery holder with no issue.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806670442432.html

On the bright side you already have another frameset owner who has pioneered this installation! When I was trying to figuring all of this out, I was about to give up and just order a Wheeltop EDS TX groupset!  ;D
I suppose the easiest thing would be to just cut the seat post as you did. Gonna make that the last resort if there's not enough space with proper saddle height.
Just used the vernier calipers to get accurate measurements on the bolt. Haven't searched for these hex bolts in store before--anyone think Home Depot/Lowe's will carry a huge selection of these to find the right one?
Good source at this link, but would rather not wait for shipping: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804346937100.html?sourceType=1&spm=a2g0o.wish-manage-home.0.0&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt
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Looks solid. Thank you for sharing! I'll bookmark it if I ever build a dedicated trainer setup.

On a sidenote: that dashboard gives me anxiety  ;D
(I know it's just to showcase what metrics you can display and probably nobody will ride it like that)

It's fully customizable so i'd probably delete everything apart from the virtual shifting. UI wise it's certainly not the nicest app but as long as it gets the job done i don't mind.
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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Wheeltop EDS GeX
« Last post by Tilmanstoa5ty on April 02, 2025, 06:10:56 AM »
Do you have any advice to buy on Taobao, which agent to use ?

I think I will do the same and get the Gex from there, I missed spring sale.

I used cssbuy and the YDJ-DHL shipping line. Please only do this if you have some kind of experience on how to do this. If you don't know how to use a shipping agent and how to buy stuff on taobao i wouldn't start with a >300€ item
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Looks solid. Thank you for sharing! I'll bookmark it if I ever build a dedicated trainer setup.

On a sidenote: that dashboard gives me anxiety  ;D
(I know it's just to showcase what metrics you can display and probably nobody will ride it like that)
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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Tideace NEW Gravel Frame: GR201
« Last post by carloescobar on April 02, 2025, 05:52:03 AM »
Anyone know how long it normally takes when going with custom paint? Put in my order around two weeks ago. Hoping I get the frame before going on a bike trip in Italy in three weeks.

Also, anyone have any experience with the HB012 bars? http://tantancycling.com/index.php?_m=mod_product&_a=view&p_id=1070 They look a lot like the 3t Superghiaia's, which I would love but are way to expensive. The HB012 come in at 1/6th of the price.
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