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Re: new bike shop for chinese product Very interesting Paul.
Interesting coincidence that this "new website" you just "came across" and "bought from" happens to be registered just miles from your first failed business venture, and happens to sell many of the same products or some you've shown interest about, with the notable exception of elves who likely stopped trusting you after you publicly lied about their stock and spoke in their name?
https://ised-isde.canada.ca/cbr-rec/en/search/results?search=%7BUnderdogs%20cycling%7D
https://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,5163.msg64076.html#msg64076
You didn't even have the decency to try to hide it by at least making a new account?

Do you really think our memory is that short?
May 04, 2025, 02:33:26 AM 		1
Re: Ltwoo or Shimano? Stick with Shimano if you want reliability.
January 13, 2026, 07:56:42 AM 		1
Re: Ltwoo or Shimano? If you want set it and forget it, Shimano. If you want to experiment, tinker and do troubleshooting for a company, L2.
January 13, 2026, 07:58:33 AM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon lcr017-d https://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,4309.0.html follow this link / tread
January 13, 2026, 08:55:53 AM 		1
Re: Bike build
Quote from: Guilherme_ on January 20, 2026, 05:26:43 AM
inner tube- pirelli o zero smartube- 21€ each

Imho you could save quite some money swapping these for RideNow TPU tubes. :-)
January 20, 2026, 05:59:54 AM 		1
Re: Bike build RidenowTPU +1
I live also in Europe (Switzerland...) and I can compare the costs of shipping.
I bought a BXT SL 115 including Seat Post and Handlebar: CHF 520.-
Elite Wheels Edge 40 mm: CHF 520.-
Used Ultegra Di2 11-speed: CHF 600.-
my total build was < CHF 2'000.-

Have fun
January 20, 2026, 06:11:50 AM 		1
Re: Bike build 105 Di2 for better price, depending on where you are in Europe, at Bike Discount, is around 900 EUR:
https://www.bike-discount.de/en/shimano-105-di2-r7170-2x12-speed-group-disc-140/160mm-1

You can also save 2 EUR per tire if you buy the GP5000’s there as well haha: https://www.bike-discount.de/en/continental-grand-prix-5000-folding-tyre-20067135-40162855
January 20, 2026, 07:02:26 AM 		1
Re: Bike build
Quote from: Guilherme_ on January 20, 2026, 07:03:28 AM
Firstly, where can i find Zen or Serenade? And do I message them to know or I can see somewhere what they sell?

Second, no, i was getting my groupset from probikeshop, i was now looking at used ones because that can make it cheaper, what parts can i rely on the chinese side, not just for lighter, but that can do the same as a shimano 105 or the groupset oficial that i am picking?

Thirdly, do you enjoy your saddle? is it confortable? I might get that if so

Forth, I will look for headset bearings, what measures should i considerate? I will buy some titanium screws at side thank you for the suggestion

First:
You can check the threads on this forum (under Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components) where you will find more information on their offerings and how to contact them. There are also other threads for other manufacturers. You can go really deep and optimize price / performance, if you really want to.

Second:
I don't have experience with them, but people around here are quite happy with ordering Shimano parts from Anrancee: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/1954042 (if you will consider buying from AliExpress). I am not sure about additional taxes to EU though, best you search this forum or ask the store directly.
I personally went with the CRUZBIKE carbon crankset from AliExpress and it has been ok so far (I have only used it on the trainer though). There are also some other popular and cheap Chinese brands like Leese or BigRock. You don't have to go with the carbon crankset though, as this is one of my personal priorities since I am a little bit of a weight weenie.

Third:
I am very happy with it. As far as objective characteristics go, it is well made, the top material is not slippery, and the padding is fair. Again, I have no idea, if the 3D printed version is as good. I think I got used to all the saddles I had in the past (all were different shapes, and one of them without any padding), but this was the first time I didn't feel like I needed an adjustment period. That being said, I think by far the biggest part of the saddle comfort is your fit on the bike, so it might not be the most important choice whether you go with EVA padded, 3D printed, or raw carbon. The preferences are also very subjective, as everyone has different physiology and needs in this regard. If anything, I would say it is the safest to go with something similar you already know suits you, or perhaps experiment only slightly in this regard. There is a whole thread dedicated to saddles on this forum, if you will search for it.

Fourth:
It is best to ask LightCarbon about what kind of bearings they use in the first place. The frameset is not the cheapest, so maybe they already include something higher quality.
January 20, 2026, 07:44:54 AM 		1
Re: Bike build
Quote from: Guilherme_ on January 20, 2026, 04:40:21 PM
what is a good headset bearing you would advise me to buy?

I have no idea how good they are long term, but I recently went with these: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32866452267.html. All I wanted is something that has good reviews and is stainless steel, and these ones tick both boxes. Note though, that you might need bearings with different dimensions from mine for your frame.

I don't know much about bearings though, so it might be a good idea to follow advice from a previous post to make sure you buy quality.
January 21, 2026, 04:27:16 AM 		1
Re: Bike build
Quote from: Guilherme_ on January 21, 2026, 06:22:40 AM
For me that groupset is around 900€ with shipping, i found in One shop for 900 and in another for 950, are they prices that high that is not worth it?

If you are in the EU, I think buying Shimano from AliX is not worth it most of the time. Just buy local so you also have warranty.
January 21, 2026, 06:29:52 AM 		1