Shimano di2 groupsets from aliexpress

[hubba]

If you need 11-36 cassette 105 rd works better than Ultegra. 12s is picky about the b screw distance.
And if you care about weight Ultegra rd + Dura-ace cage is not far from full Dura-ace weight and fraction of the price.

[FrostedDyslexia]

Insightful discussion.

Anyone have experience with 12sp connex chains on Ultegra components? they come pre waxed with their chain link which I will use anyways, so it's the cheapest option for waxing.



Anyways, I'm still curious about ordering the groupset from aliexpress.

I contacted anrancee store and they say

The kits shipped to the European Union have YFH shipping method, which is DDP transportation.

I guess what this means is they declare lower value and technically the shipping you pay (40-60€) covers customs for that.

I'm led to assume that YFH shipping (which I think is just standard carrier for the respective country..?) still has a higher chance of being sent to your local customs office where you will have to pick it up and show proof of purchase...

I guess by going with UPS Express there's less chance of complications, since UPS will handle the fees and then bill you afterwards..?

[crazyravr]

Insightful discussion.

Anyone have experience with 12sp connex chains on Ultegra components? they come pre waxed with their chain link which I will use anyways, so it's the cheapest option for waxing.



Anyways, I'm still curious about ordering the groupset from aliexpress.

I contacted anrancee store and they say

I guess what this means is they declare lower value and technically the shipping you pay (40-60€) covers customs for that.

I'm led to assume that YFH shipping (which I think is just standard carrier for the respective country..?) still has a higher chance of being sent to your local customs office where you will have to pick it up and show proof of purchase...

I guess by going with UPS Express there's less chance of complications, since UPS will handle the fees and then bill you afterwards..?

In my case I bought two full groupsets from Anrancee and in both cases there was a very small amount to pay UPS upon delivery. This is to Canada.

[snack]

In my case I bought two full groupsets from Anrancee and in both cases there was a very small amount to pay UPS upon delivery. This is to Canada.

how much did you have to pay? I’m gonna make an order soon as well and would like to know what I should expect to pay for duties.

[hubba]

Anyone have experience with 12sp connex chains on Ultegra components? they come pre waxed with their chain link which I will use anyways, so it's the cheapest option for waxing.

I've heard connex chains don't have great shifting. The links are great though. You buy Shimano groupset to get great shifting I wouldn't compromise it using a non optimal chain which is the cheapest component anyway.

[geramonta]

Insightful discussion.

Anyone have experience with 12sp connex chains on Ultegra components? they come pre waxed with their chain link which I will use anyways, so it's the cheapest option for waxing.



Anyways, I'm still curious about ordering the groupset from aliexpress.

I contacted anrancee store and they say

I guess what this means is they declare lower value and technically the shipping you pay (40-60€) covers customs for that.

I'm led to assume that YFH shipping (which I think is just standard carrier for the respective country..?) still has a higher chance of being sent to your local customs office where you will have to pick it up and show proof of purchase...

I guess by going with UPS Express there's less chance of complications, since UPS will handle the fees and then bill you afterwards..?

I bought a 105 groupset and an Ultegra groupset, both Di2, from the Anrancee store, with YFH Shipping. I didn’t have to pay anything when it arrived. The shipping method is similar to DPD. I bought them from Spain, and I’m really happy with this store and their service.

[FrostedDyslexia]

I ended up ordering from Yiwu Donglue since they have the entire groupset without rotors. UPS express saver shipping for faster shipping.

will update how it goes

[JensenMacD]

In my case I bought two full groupsets from Anrancee and in both cases there was a very small amount to pay UPS upon delivery. This is to Canada.

I just had most of groupset to Canada (FD, RD, 2 chains, calipers, battery, cables) delivered by Canada Post. No duties or taxes when it arrived.

FIY, I found if I wait for good sales, you can buy the groupset parts separate and have more savings. That may also help drop the total value or shipping option, to avoid tax/duties.

[snack]

I just had most of groupset to Canada (FD, RD, 2 chains, calipers, battery, cables) delivered by Canada Post. No duties or taxes when it arrived.

FIY, I found if I wait for good sales, you can buy the groupset parts separate and have more savings. That may also help drop the total value or shipping option, to avoid tax/duties.

nice did you order from Yiwu or Anrancee?

[JensenMacD]

nice did you order from Yiwu or Anrancee?

Anrancee for the parts listed above and some other smaller orders. DG Riding Bike Store for the shifters. All orders have had no tax.

Only thing I would caution is DG Riding Bike Store. The title and description clearly state shifters and calipers. Order arrived with no calipers. They would not do anything about it. "The picture only shows shifter" was their defense, regardless of what the title and listing clearly stated. Went to return the shifters but got a discount offer from Ali X that covered 2/3 of the caliper cost.


Only time I have paid tax with Ali Express, was a set of elite wheels shipped with Canada Post.

[snack]

Cool thanks!

[maxpet]

Just bought a M8250 upgrade kit for 350€ from anrancee including duty free shrimping, will report once it arrives (current best price in EU is around 500€)

[Rebel_Yell]

I have bought from Anranceee and DG Riding buying complete 105 Mechanical and Ultegra 8150 Di2 groupset.   Zero issue with either.

[Serge_K]

I have bought from Anranceee and DG Riding buying complete 105 Mechanical and Ultegra 8150 Di2 groupset.   Zero issue with either.

What have your all in costs been, and to what region?
I'm finding it hard to stomach the prices shown on Ali for these groups.

[raisinberry777]

Just bought a M8250 upgrade kit for 350€ from anrancee including duty free shrimping, will report once it arrives (current best price in EU is around 500€)

I bought an M6250 kit and Ultegra shifters for a gravel build, no issues.