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Re: BXT Pro 145 Anyone?
So I've just completed a build around a BXT 145 along with Ltwoo ERX and Elitewheels Pro Disc https://youtu.be/CKBFDc1qkv8?si=jIzrHLrD3ssPj_VG October 02, 2024, 10:02:15 AM |
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Re: Airwolf Madone
Not my video. Thanks for clarifying because he looks almost exactly as you  )
November 25, 2024, 06:10:19 PM |
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Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
Just for your reference, I bought Hygge MTB frame on Aliex last winter. They sent me a wrong hanger so I asked them to resend. Igonored like 10 days, I sent reminder and they said "sent" and nothing happened. Be aware of after sales service quality. Frame itself is good. December 16, 2024, 05:24:06 PM |
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Re: BXT Pro 145 Anyone?
I got my Pro-145 a few weeks back now. I got it in gloss black as I was intending to paint it myself. I ordered a 58 with 120/440 handlebar - I'm 6'5" so I know I'm on the limit but geometry charts suggested it would be ok though I have a fairly large spacer stack (55mm) under the handlebar. BB to top of saddle height for me is 83cm. I received my frame in line with agreed dates. It was well packaged and everything was present. The paint it comes with looks smooth and seems tough and durable (small knocks with tools during the build didn't scratch it). The build was pretty smooth - the easiest 'direct from China' build I've had so far and at least as good as any more well known brands. I had no issues getting cables through the seatstays which has often been an issue with other frames I've built. Fitting all the cables in the handlebar/steerer as a fully integrated/hidden cable build was a pain but that's normal for any bike with this design and again, the same as branded bikes I've built - essentially the price you pay for a lovely, neat looking front end. Once built up, it looks fantastic so I was looking forward to my first ride. The only issue I had was that I had greased all the seatpost/saddle fixing parts and that seemed to slip quite easily unless done up very tight. I stripped and cleaned the seatpost and used carbon assembly compound (designed to stop slipping) and it's been rock solid since. In terms of ride, I've built it up with Ultegra, aluminium wheels with 32mm GP5000s and straight away I was taken by how smooth it felt - I did think it might be a bit harsh given the chunky looking design and tubes but it was at least as smooth as the other bikes I have, maybe even more. It handles perfectly - no issues climbing, descending and it's nice and quiet and smooth. One caveat is that the headset has come slightly loose the first couple of rides - I've now used some of the aforementioned carbon assembly paste so we'll see if that helps keep everything together. UPDATE - Used assembly paste on the steerer bung and the headset hasn't come loose since despite several rides on my local roads which are pretty bumpy in places. I'm very happy - looking forward to many miles on it. June 23, 2025, 06:59:25 AM |
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Re: Chains!
I only use Shimano, SRAM and KMC chains. YBN chains aren't much cheaper so I don't see any point unless there's significant performance and/or longevity advantages. Zero friction tested YBN sla chains, pretty much as durable as Shimano, KMC, etc (talking 12 spd, so SRAM a different animal). 11 spd same as all. Personal experience has been good. YBN manufactures for Campagnolo. Good enough for me. Also less likely to be counterfeit. November 17, 2025, 03:59:19 PM |
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Re: Leoseek power meter spider - USB-C charging
I was tempted by this but decided to go with xcadey. The problem with this leoseek one is that I can't find any reviews or user feedback and not sure of its accuracy and the fact that you don't have an app to calibrate (only on head unit). What's the point of buying a power meter, regardless of how cheap it is if it's inaccurate or not calibrated. November 17, 2025, 06:11:39 PM |
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Lexon Cranks and Power Meter
I just bought 165mm Lexon carbon crankset with power meter, titanium 24mm axle and 52/36 rings. To complement my SPCyles R088 frame ordered yesterday A compelling deal at £461.22, including various rather confusing discounts I'm not sure I understood! Less that I was expecting anyway. I went for Choice shipping and hope it gets through customs OK, but we'll see. At 617g all in they're ~150g lighter than DA and <50% of the DA RRP. November 22, 2025, 09:42:37 AM |
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Re: XCADEY VENTUS Carbon Cranks + PM
I guess if you have no sprint to speak of and low standards it's acceptable. But even without the drift destroying any semblance of accuracy, the consistent miscalibration out of the box is enough for me to call it a piece of garbage deserving of a class-action lawsuit for false advertising. What I want to know is how long XCadey have "known" about this issue and gleefuly kept sending out a defective product. November 24, 2025, 06:06:05 PM |
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Re: Thinkrider PP5 power meter
Always wait for our Patron Saint of Power Meters GPLama before buying. 
December 25, 2025, 08:37:04 AM |
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Re: Any good Chinese tires to look out for?
I've read here several topics on Chinese road tires and still don't grasp the idea of buying them. I don't want to sound like an old bag but it's clearly one of the most performance-efficient components of the bike and it takes years of development and decades of experience to produce high-quality compound and subsequent tire which is more often than not costs NOT a lot. Why save on something so (relatively) cheap and efficient? If you don't race and 5 watts of rolling resistance means nothing to you, get top n-1 tier tire from reputable brand with heritage. I agree somewhat and can see where you’re coming from, but to be honest, it actually kind of mildly frustrates me to read “often than not costs not a lot. Why save something on so (relatively) cheap and efficient?” Everybody’s financial situation is different. My friends and I are current students and we’re looking at the Grand Prix (non-GP5000) tires, because it’s the n-1 to the GP5000 and would cost me $32 CAD/pair (on Taobao), compared to $134 CAD/pair. And if I can save that much, while satisfying just what I need (training tires in my use-case), that’s good enough. I also partially opened this discussion, because I wanted to read any insightful info on mid-range road tires. Many discussions online usually pivot towards recommending a pair of GP5000s, and while yes, that makes sense - since they’re great tires, that kind of info is NOT exactly what I’m looking for. When I’m out of university, then perhaps I can afford higher end things regularly. But not now. Furthermore, everyone’s reasons for learning a hobby is different. But my friends and I learned how to maintain and work on our bikes to save on repairs and learning new skills. December 29, 2025, 10:43:54 AM |
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