Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!

[amacal1]

I don't like bulky alloy MTB style pedals on gravel. They bang into everything and just look dumb on a drop bar bike. I actually prefer these nylon pedals with a single sided SPD clip. I bought mine last year for $9 USD, but they've gone up in price since then. They're also listed for $13 USD on the Dollar Express section, but I can't link directly, so shop around.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804328743633.html

I have these. I liked them, but after a few hundred miles I had trouble un-clipping for some reason. 1-2falls, maybe that's on me. After the 3rd I was kinda done with these. That being said, I did like them, and maybe there was something else going on, so maybe others will have better luck (and it's really not a big deal, they're cheap, take a shot on them).

I bought some Racework, low profile, dual-sided SPD pedals and I've been much happier with them.

[coffeebreak]

Full Shimano 105 R7100 12 speed mechanical for $328 + $60 shipping.
But the code "IFPOCEB" slashes $40 off.

Ordered one just now $370 all included shipped to the USA.

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPnUcTp

Update on this.
My package is here already. Ordered on 13th. Shipped on 16th and delivered on 19th by DHL. I thought the $60 shipping was a rip off but considering how fast it came and how well it's packed, I think they aren't making money through shipping cost.

Anrancee has been my top store for Shimano groupsets for a long time now and continues to be so.

[pushpush]

I bought a pair of raceworks spd pedals a while back. I have only used them on my indoor trainer but they have gotten some decent use. I have no complaints about them at all. For $18 bucks I'm super satisfied. I can't comment on how well they would hold up in the rain and dirt. They are about 30g heavier than my shimano pedals but 10% the price.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805745201113.html

[kbernstein]

I have these. I liked them, but after a few hundred miles I had trouble un-clipping for some reason. 1-2falls, maybe that's on me. After the 3rd I was kinda done with these. That being said, I did like them, and maybe there was something else going on, so maybe others will have better luck (and it's really not a big deal, they're cheap, take a shot on them).

I bought some Racework, low profile, dual-sided SPD pedals and I've been much happier with them.

Sounds like a cleat issue to me. Was it an old cleat? Shimano or supplied with the pedals? They can be VERY hit or miss IME. I have the zeray mentioned above and while you'd think a stupid metal cleat is hard to get wrong, the supplied ones are clearly inferior to shimano cleats. Haven't had any luck with 3 pairs of MTB cleats on ali

[jonathanf2]

I have these. I liked them, but after a few hundred miles I had trouble un-clipping for some reason. 1-2falls, maybe that's on me. After the 3rd I was kinda done with these. That being said, I did like them, and maybe there was something else going on, so maybe others will have better luck (and it's really not a big deal, they're cheap, take a shot on them).

I bought some Racework, low profile, dual-sided SPD pedals and I've been much happier with them.

I like these because you can bang them around and because they're nylon plastic, they tend to look fine after hard use. All my alloy SPD pedals look like dog s**t after a few months from constant rock smashes. Also if you can find them for $10 USD or less, just buy a few and keep them as backup!

[glepore]

Litepro alu bottle cages, a number of sources. 21g alu cage, well under $10. Yes, there are carbon cages that are lighter, but if you're doing a color theme with bolts etc, these are very nice. A little tight on my Fly bottles but suspect they'll break in a bit.

[Alexander]

Litepro alu bottle cages, a number of sources. 21g alu cage, well under $10. Yes, there are carbon cages that are lighter, but if you're doing a color theme with bolts etc, these are very nice. A little tight on my Fly bottles but suspect they'll break in a bit.

They look pretty sweet! Do you buy them on Alix? If so, do you have a link? I just saw them on their webpage.

[Daviddavieboy]

Litepro alu bottle cages, a number of sources. 21g alu cage, well under $10. Yes, there are carbon cages that are lighter, but if you're doing a color theme with bolts etc, these are very nice. A little tight on my Fly bottles but suspect they'll break in a bit.

 FWIW raw alu bottle cages will put black marks on light colored bottles in no time. Best to shoot them with come clear coat. It eventually wears off but can always be done again.

[glepore]

They look pretty sweet! Do you buy them on Alix? If so, do you have a link? I just saw them on their webpage.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256801368967479.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.29.12b51802wTu8zj&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

There are a number of sellers, some much cheaper. Their photos don't look glossy but expect the cages are. There are also some with lips that are supercaz knocoffs.

Re:black marks on light bottles-these cages are anno, so probably not, although it might be that the anno will wear.

[AzureEssence]

Anyone finding any deals for the spring sale tomorrow? I'm considering one last order before tarriffs hit and the world continues going to shit...

Was watching the Evosid crankset + BB combo from Zeroing store, but those a-holes just jacked up the price pre-sale, of course. It was $50, then they raised it to $59, and will go to $52 during the sale. I can't stand that shit.

[t-dolla]

Can anyone reccomend a side load style bottle cage?

I saw these, 800 orders: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007659694495.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.43.2d55YWzOYWzOaQ&algo_pvid=e87ec250-753f-4990-831a-3303d85b96c5&algo_exp_id=e87ec250-753f-4990-831a-3303d85b96c5-21&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22876%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21GBP%2116.72%217.19%21%21%21149.17%2164.14%21%40%2112000041692431515%21sea%21UK%21783651007%21X&curPageLogUid=xaDd1MVEUmkY&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A

[TidyDinosaur]

Can anyone reccomend a side load style bottle cage?

I saw these, 800 orders: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007659694495.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.43.2d55YWzOYWzOaQ&algo_pvid=e87ec250-753f-4990-831a-3303d85b96c5&algo_exp_id=e87ec250-753f-4990-831a-3303d85b96c5-21&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22876%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21GBP%2116.72%217.19%21%21%21149.17%2164.14%21%40%2112000041692431515%21sea%21UK%21783651007%21X&curPageLogUid=xaDd1MVEUmkY&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A

I use these on my gravelbike and MTB: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002203998370.html

[GSoroos]

Just noticed this while browsing: LEXON Bike Integrated Handlebar Carbon Fiber Rise 800mm -7 Degrees XC Handlebar One-Piece Shaped MTB Flat Bar Stem Bicycle Parts
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPr1jlD

Anyone have experience with Ryet/Lexon integrated MTB bars?

[jonathanf2]

I ended up ordering the RYET Aircode saddle again, but in the T40A mesh style. The price is the lowest I've seen it at around $35 USD for this sale. I know it's a love/hate deal with this saddle for many who've tried it.

After having tried 3 different saddle types, I found the wider snub nose on the Aircode is better suited for my climbing style. I tend to position myself forward when climbing and the other 3D mesh saddles with narrow noses weren't as comfortable. My main issue with the original Aircode was that the 3D mesh was too firm, but I want to see if the T40A mesh fixes that issue.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806596799270.html

[ZacItaly15]

Let me report my experience with aliexpress floating rotor and ceramic pads.
I experienced a couple of intense ride with my gravel bike (70+70km)  (dry condition but steep downhill...) and few easy training (less than 100km...) with the annex rotor + brake pads (ceramic)
Braking was quite nice and constant but after less than 250km
Rotor 160mm brand new 1.8mm to 1.6mm
Brake pads: brand new 4mm, now 2.9mm

The "investment" was less than 20euros....but the duration was really bad
The descent was kinda XC/downhill but I'm 73kg and not "hanging" to the brake, I'm experienced motocross and enduro so I can let the bike flow.

https://it.aliexpress.com/item/32835002612.html?src=google&pdp_npi=4%40dis!EUR!4.16!4.10!!!!!%40!10000001225497617!ppc!!!&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=272-267-0231&isdl=y&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&aff_platform=google&aff_short_key=UneMJZVf&gclsrc=aw.ds&&albagn=888888&&ds_e_adid=&ds_e_matchtype=&ds_e_device=c&ds_e_network=x&ds_e_product_group_id=&ds_e_product_id=it32835002612&ds_e_product_merchant_id=107460811&ds_e_product_country=IT&ds_e_product_language=it&ds_e_product_channel=online&ds_e_product_store_id=&ds_url_v=2&albcp=20730495829&albag=&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=false&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8_KOg7_tiwMVzKmDBx1OaxYaEAQYASABEgKjmPD_BwE

https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005006420393967.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.43.739348311hmazu&algo_pvid=c0274aa4-c7ac-48b8-a541-726cb2dca5e4&algo_exp_id=c0274aa4-c7ac-48b8-a541-726cb2dca5e4-21&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22113%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21EUR%2115.20%210.97%21%21%21112.69%217.23%21%40%2112000037102735394%21sea%21IT%210%21ABX&curPageLogUid=DdYUFbp7sqvG&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A