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Re: Chinese cycling clothes
been using mostly aliexpress clothes for the past 4y so could say a bit about some brands.. I always try looking for those better ones, because the cheapest are trash after some months :/ Rion I had good experience years ago, but the newest stuff didn't had the chance to test yet... Darevie I have 3 bibs, 2 jerseys, and a baselayer. All are great quality, the fabric is good and comfortable, the padding is good too, at least the models I have. This blue bib from them is really great, fit well and comfortable, it's beautiful also so gotta say one of my favorites. Been curious about this one too and got it, the 'X straps' and the partially sewed chamois got my attention, but gotta say I didn't find too different from the traditional bibs From Ykywbike I have a lot of stuff, bibs, jerseys, windproof long sleeve, socks, arm and leg warmers, gloves, thermal bib.. first, they upped their game a lot in the last 1-2yrs, I had some of the old stuff and the quality difference is very clear. But still the prices nowadays are good, although higher than before This bib with a thicker chamois and this one with Elastic Interface are my favorites, the fabric is really comfortable I almost don't feel it, had 6-7h rides with them and all good too, a lot of use (1,5yrs weekly use) and still look like new this new summer jersey is a good example of the quality improvement, I compare it with my 2y old jerseys from them and it's like a different brand, better fabric, better finishing. also got some stuff from Spexcel, their jerseys are really high quality too, nice fabric, different colors from other chinese brands, got this purple, green and a beige one, all really good the bibs I got one back in 2019 and wasn't a good experience, one of the cheapest with gel padding and in less then 1y I couldn't use it anymore. I've been really curious about their latest launchings, the bibs look nice and seem to have a longer thigh length, but I've already got too many clothes lol This is something that the other brands are lacking, the thigh is a bit short on most, after riding a bit when the bib 'settles in' it looks a bit short.. hope they start launching some longer ones in the future also, something that I've learnt is that many times the cheapest items from each brand are not worth, you can spend a bit more but get much more quality with the mid-top products on these brands the same considering the whole offer of clothing.. like I mentioned in the beginning, those 'replica' jerseys and bibs, and the likes of X-Tiger and other brands that are really cheap, I don't have personal experience but a lot of friends got it and it becomes trash really quick. also worth mentioning, my references are some brazillian brands, which although we have good stuff here, are too expensive and the chinese products are same or better for a lower price. March 29, 2023, 12:42:04 PM |
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Re: Airwolf YFR068 - 2023 Gravel Frame
Did not see the cervelo one. I would not put stickers like that on my own bike with all the custom options available. But I don't really care that the owner did, since it's his bike. You should also. So chill and stop being such a Karen, because you seem to be indignant af by this fact Not sure what is getting under your skin so much, just asking a few questions to understand the mindset here. I am totally cool with taking the elements of a good design and improving them. I think the patent / trademark system is pretty broken and abused. I am less cool with creating counterfeits with the intent to fool others and if you really believe in the big picture of wanting more brand diversity and more great open mold options, you should also care as counterfeits have historically competed against open mold frames for access to the western market via low volume resellers. Nice to meet you Mr. Chill, I guess I am Karen. October 06, 2023, 03:07:44 PM |
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Re: Yishunbike G095D (Speed Gravel)
Interested to hear what the tire clearance is like for anyone that receives one. Per previous posters i'm guessing its actually 42mm (with ~6mm each side of that which is the industry standard gap for quoting clearance). So maybe good for up to a 45c tire in practice.
October 06, 2023, 04:14:17 PM |
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Re: Need help: race/aggressive gravel frame
I'm with you, the YFR068 ticks all the boxes but I wouldn't order a frame that has so many QC issues
October 08, 2023, 11:56:40 AM |
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Re: Need help: race/aggressive gravel frame
You mention the Yishunbike G095D. Guess that would be the best choice (that, or endurance roadbikes I guess). Weight might be a bit high, but unsure how much we're talking here (compared to a Gizl, Specialized whatever$$ or Cervelo Aspero)? Slap on a long stem, lightweight wheel and you're good to go? October 09, 2023, 12:56:33 PM |
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Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
You also have to be on the lookout for the extra coupons Aliexpress gives you. It is possible you have to search the site/app a bit to find them. In one of the last sales there were extra coupons for 40 USD when you ordered for more than 300 USD (or something like that). You could use them on top of the other coupons/sales and only use them once. There were also smaller coupons for lower order-totals. October 16, 2023, 04:35:13 AM |
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Re: Wiggle/Chain Reaction Filing For Bankruptcy? - Sale On Everything
Serves them right for refusing to sell Shimano and SRAM components to the US. You're right, they deserve to go bankrupt for honouring their agreement with sram and shimano. October 20, 2023, 11:39:10 PM |
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Re: Yuanan Carbon fiber wheelsets double 11 discount promotion
Hi everyone, have a nice day! So sorry for i leave the wrong number, my Whatsapp is +86 15738274372 I went ahead and edited the original post to have the updated/correct number to avoid anyone else calling the incorrect one. October 29, 2023, 07:58:02 PM |
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Gravel bike project
I am in the process acquiring new gravel bike and idea is assembly it around carbon frame from aliexpress. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005678330464.html Carbon frame bottom bracket T47 There is also older version of this frame but with press fir bottom bracket 386 https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003550054274.html From start I was thinking built it with Sensah groupset but two things I do not like: mechanical/hydraulic brake combo and most of the cranksets have aluminium spindle (which can and does brake). So I opted to GRX400 version with crankset 46/30. Most expensive things are shifters. Hydraulic shifters from Sensah compatible with GRX (PRO HRD) are in similar price range. Related with wheels I do not want anything fancy and pricy, so something like this: https://www.bike-discount.de/en/mavic-allroad-disc-6-bolt-shimano-wheelset https://www.bike-discount.de/en/shimano-wh-rs171-700c-disc-wheelset I am also open for 1x11 or 1x12 combination but this do not look make big difference in weight/cost benefit. Created sheet with some cost, weight calculations: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16-dTMKSiL2U5Tx5mPYT0-pqItaRaxRPl/edit#gid=1411140364 November 02, 2023, 07:20:13 AM |
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Re: Airwolf YFR068 - 2023 Gravel Frame
They say it’s just the paint. But to be honest: this bike is ridden 300km. My TanTan Roadbike doesn‘t have a edge after 15.000km. The support tries it best to avoid it: but in my opionion this the point where warranty claim should be accepted - any Chance to get aliexpress or paypal involved? If it is past the 14 days after delivery you can probably forget Aliexpress helping you... November 08, 2023, 05:59:45 AM |
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