Thinkrider PP5 power meter

[Bender87]

So i bought the PP5 few weeks ago and wanted to finally mount it to my RIRO crank.
Unfortunately the power meter touches the crank arm due to the recessed edge on the interface and the arm doesn't have enough space.

Anybody have a clue if there are some "easton/direct mount interface spacers"? To put between the power meter and arm?
I search a bit but didn't find anything like would fit, otherwise it would mean i need a longer threaded lock ring to compensate the spacer on the other side.

Maybe i have to switch to a compatible crank set.

[yudo]

This crankset?
https://aliexpress.com/item/1005009333438182.html
I don't think you will find easton specific spacer.
Try to find a generic spacer that fits (external/internal diameter, width).
This is something FSA uses for their boost/non-boost MTB cranksets.
https://www.bike24.com/p2307774.html?sku=1076120

[Bender87]

This crankset?
https://aliexpress.com/item/1005009333438182.html
I don't think you will find easton specific spacer.
Try to find a generic spacer that fits (external/internal diameter, width).
This is something FSA uses for their boost/non-boost MTB cranksets.
https://www.bike24.com/p2307774.html?sku=1076120

Thank you.
Can't open the link, but it's the matt black RIRO crankset in 165mm.

I'm considering returning the power meter or sanding down the casing a bit at the points marked in red.
I mean, it only cost €90, and I'm really curious to see how well, or even if, it works at all.

[Rajmundx]

Thank you.
Can't open the link, but it's the matt black RIRO crankset in 165mm.

I'm considering returning the power meter or sanding down the casing a bit at the points marked in red.
I mean, it only cost €90, and I'm really curious to see how well, or even if, it works at all.

You have powermeter Thinkrider + crankset now for about 150€.

[wanted100]

Guys, i think its working

not proper test and indoors and i was blown from yesterday ride, but xcadey gen 2 demonstrated some problems even indoors. pp5 solid on sprints like my pes505 or fsa powerbox
Tomorrow will ride proper test and post here. My test on xcadey in its thread with setup and method if you want more now

@gplama already did some spoiler on that pm.. and not a good one. 

[Rajmundx]

@gplama already did some spoiler on that pm.. and not a good one. 

Where?

[wanted100]

Where?

"Looks like the ThinkRider PP5 meter has a non linear offset. Oh well. Another three power meters arrived today. 😂"

[kubackje]

I said it once and I'll say it again. All those cheap Chinese PMs are crap. Shimano up to this day can't make a reliable PM and you guys expect some AliExpress brand to provide you one for 100$. Tell me about being delusional

[Super_davo]

I've ordered one today, because with codes it came to £71, and it will fit onto a set of Leese carbon cranks I already own, and it will look better than the alloy spider they came with.

I'm fine if it turns out a bit crap - I already have Assiomas that I know are accurate - but I can to see a point in adding to my winter bike / gravel bike that wouldn't otherwise have a PM.
 
If I'm trying to gauge exactly how hard I need to push for a time trial, accuracy is paramount. If I'm trying to measure TSS on a winter club run so I know how hard I should or shouldn't push on the next days turbo session, being in the right ball park is OK.

[wanted100]

I've ordered one today, because with codes it came to £71, and it will fit onto a set of Leese carbon cranks I already own, and it will look better than the alloy spider they came with.

I'm fine if it turns out a bit crap - I already have Assiomas that I know are accurate - but I can to see a point in adding to my winter bike / gravel bike that wouldn't otherwise have a PM.
 
If I'm trying to gauge exactly how hard I need to push for a time trial, accuracy is paramount. If I'm trying to measure TSS on a winter club run so I know how hard I should or shouldn't push on the next days turbo session, being in the right ball park is OK.

But what is the point? Buying something faulty..

[notnow]

I also placed an order for a powermeter + crank arms. $238USD after coupon is crazy, I paid more than double last year for Elilee x310 + Xcadey @ $572USD with sale + coupons.

[Bender87]

But what is the point? Buying something faulty..

For me it's playing with some new tech and more data from the rides for low money.
And I'm aware that this and any other thingy for less than +500€/$ is most likley to good to be true 

[Rajmundx]

I said it once and I'll say it again. All those cheap Chinese PMs are crap. Shimano up to this day can't make a reliable PM and you guys expect some AliExpress brand to provide you one for 100$. Tell me about being delusional

Maybe let’s wait for some tests before we pass judgment? When it comes to new developments, Shimano is generally behind — they’ve only just introduced a fully wireless GRX groupset, while SRAM and even Wheeltop (OMG, Chinese!) had that a long time ago. So I’d skip using Shimano as an example here.

[CycOps]

Maybe let’s wait for some tests before we pass judgment? When it comes to new developments, Shimano is generally behind — they’ve only just introduced a fully wireless GRX groupset, while SRAM and even Wheeltop (OMG, Chinese!) had that a long time ago. So I’d skip using Shimano as an example here.

AFAIK Shimano is behind with wireless group sets because of SRAM was holding several patents.

[Dan S.]

AFAIK Shimano is behind with wireless group sets because of SRAM was holding several patents.

Yup, I also believe pantent issue is the reason why Campagnolo has different batteries for the front and the rear derailleur.