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Re: Velobuild AERO GRAV Frame
This might be a stupid question, but I'm new to bike builds.. 1. According to their website, a 48t 1x chainring in the front is too big. Their stated max is 44t. 2.Those links don't work for me but you need a T47 bottom bracket with inboard bearings and it needs to say that it is for whatever axle size your crank is. The main spindle diameters for a crank are 30mm, 24mm, and "dub" which is Sram's thing. Sometimes instead of saying 24mm, bottom brackets will just say something like "T47 internal bottom bracket for shimano." The "for Shimano" part just means it's for a 24mm spindle. The crank should say something about being for road or gravel. Don't get anything that says MTB. 3. It depends. If you can cannot tighten the crank down enough to properly preload the bearings of the bottom bracket, you'll need to add spacers until you can. August 18, 2025, 08:57:48 AM |
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Re: TAGOOLA New Brand Launch：Carbon Fiber Road Rims and Wheelset Promotion
I've ordered some of the Aeroraptors with carbon spokes - let's see how we go: https://a.aliexpress.com/_mtF3q6l Will be replacing some almost identical Farsports Hypers (same rim profile, 50mm deep, 24mm internal) so should be a good comparison of whether carbon spokes feel any different. Seller is also very helpful on WhatsApp despite all my annoying questions! August 18, 2025, 04:45:52 PM |
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Re: Chinese cycling clothes
Anyone have long sleeve jerseys and bib suggestions for a tall person (6'3", 37" sleeve). I have a pair of ykwbike bibs and while I like the quality I wish the straps were a bit longer. As a tall guy myself, I would advice you to have a look at Specxel. Their bib shorts (size L) are modern "pro" fit just above the knees. Also their jerseys are quit good. September 06, 2025, 03:54:34 AM |
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Re: Best and worst overall quality/value components/tools/gear from AliExpress?
TOPUMP works well.
September 07, 2025, 11:00:29 PM |
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Re: TAGOOLA New Brand Launch：Carbon Fiber Road Rims and Wheelset Promotion
AliExpress Anniversary Sale - TAGOOLA Super Deals - Lowest Prices Ever + Limited Time Offers! Ok just pulled the trigger for my 1x12 SRAM XPLR Giant Revolt Advanced gravel bike: AERORAPTOR 40 ALL ROAD Carbon Gravel Wheelset 40mm Disc Brake Tubeless Carbon Wheels 36T Ratchet Cycling Wheel AERO418 Spoke Price total AU $715.31 or ~US $463.99 AU $587.99 - wheelset AU $ 71.38 - shipping to Australia AU $ 65.94 - GST/Tax AU -$ 10.00 - PayPal discount Asked if they could add 6 bolt adapters, didn't get an answer so I'll repurpose some Shimano centrelock rotors instead of the SRAM rotors. PS don't forget to add "CHINERTOWN" for a free (?) water bottle  October 21, 2025, 08:27:12 PM |
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Re: TAGOOLA New Brand Launch：Carbon Fiber Road Rims and Wheelset Promotion
I have ordered these, just shipped yesterday, will post up on here once received and then ridden! October 24, 2025, 02:48:08 AM |
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Re: TAGOOLA New Brand Launch：Carbon Fiber Road Rims and Wheelset Promotion
have these wheels. I've ridden around 500 km with them. They ride great! Unfortunately, one of the front bearings is already going bad.Bearing damage is a rare event. Maybe the bearing you are using has a quality problem. Please contact me and we will help you solve it. October 24, 2025, 10:23:38 AM |
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Re: TAGOOLA New Brand Launch：Carbon Fiber Road Rims and Wheelset Promotion
Just ordered the Aeroraptor in 45mm for my climbing bike. 1160g seems really good. I've got the 50mm ones (same as yours I assume, the carbon spoke version), been running them for a couple of months now, no issues, has been great. November 01, 2025, 06:16:39 AM |
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Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007203799987.html Cyclami RVL01 A daytime light that goes on a Garmin outfront mount, points out to both sides. Can piggy-back a Garmin directly on top (like the much more spendy Ravemen) And it's a 5000mAh powerbank November 12, 2025, 10:42:03 AM |
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Re: Velobuild AERO GRAV Frame
Finished this build a few weeks ago and I’ve been riding it a lot since. Components: • Size XL (I’m 200 cm with very long legs, haha) • 90×400 integrated cockpit with flair (from VB) • SRAM Rival cranks, shifters, and brakes • Alugear 44t chainring • SRAM DUB BB • GX Eagle Transmission rear derailleur • GX Eagle Transmission 10–52 cassette • GX Eagle Transmission chain • Light Bicycle WG55 wheels • Galfer Wave rotors • Vittoria Terreno 45 mm tubeless That’s basically it. I do have a full spreadsheet with every little bit and bolt if anyone wants it. Total cost came in just under 3000 €, which still feels kind of insane. I got lucky with some second-hand parts and Black Friday deals. The ordering process was super smooth. I had a few questions that were answered quickly, and when I asked to buy extra spacers they were included free of charge — a small but very appreciated gesture from Chris. I also ordered the flared cockpit (available if you email them) and an extra seatpost with setback. The frame arrived in about 2 weeks and was very well packed. The paint job is more than fine. I was a bit worried because of earlier comments, but either they’ve improved it or my standards are low  . Either way, it looks great, has a nice sparkle, and seems to be holding up well.The build itself was mostly very smooth. The only real annoyance was the tolerances on the cockpit spacers. The largest ones (15 mm, I think) had a tiny mismatch, which made mounting them extremely fiddly. If you were even slightly off, they’d snap out of place and end up on the floor. It took four hands and a good 20 minutes to get them on. On the plus side, they definitely aren’t going anywhere now. Personally, I prefer plastic spacers with a bit more leeway and compression than aluminum. Other than that, I’m very impressed. The bike rides extremely well. I’ve ridden rocky Spanish gravel, singletrack, sand, asphalt, and now wintery Scandinavia, and it handles everything confidently. It is on the stiff side and not the most “comfortable” if that’s what you’re after. I actually like feeling the ride, but I can see how that could be a downside for some. Planning to do quite a few gravel races next year, so I’m looking forward to putting many more kilometers on it. December 21, 2025, 12:14:23 PM |
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