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Re: Best and worst overall quality/value components/tools/gear from AliExpress?
Quote from: zxcvbnmjm on January 02, 2024, 02:32:24 AM
fake G8 insoles

i havent tried authentic g8 insoles but these are cheap as chips and work well for me. ive been using them for over a year

The real ones cost over $100 iirc

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805604633625.html?channel=facebook&fbclid=IwAR39Kd1LtDdXYhtfLicUDkvbcLqwPc6I8EZEDhP2lRlnqxNvuhlzFylLfmU


Quote from: sbellote on January 03, 2024, 06:11:25 AM
I have these. Two pairs which I've been using for >2yrs
they're really good for the price and solved my issues with shoes, I definitely needed arch support and the 'common' insoles I've tried didn't work. Found these on Ali, bought one and another after around 3 months to have as spare (they actually went out of stock for a year or so, came back some months ago)

my experience is that they work really well, but the plastic on the arches is not the best, it starts to soften after some time. So like I started with the no.3 arch but it turned to a 2 effectively, so I had to change to a 4 to keep the support as it should.
Also the glue between the plastic part below and the foam is not good, if you get any water in it'll detach. But easily solved just glued back together

other than that, is really nice, and for sure worth the price. A fraction of the real one, but of reasonable quality, and the customization is worth it.

I am interested in trying these insoles but unable to find any on Ali, can either of you show me an option or let me know what to search for.
Thanks!
August 02, 2024, 02:24:57 PM 		1
Re: XM Carbon Speed - "Gran Tourismo" Frameset Today at Eurobike I took a close look at the frame and had a long, very interesting conversation with Peter.

The frame was finished in a satin clear coat and looked absolutely stunning. From what I could tell (as a hobby engineer with an eye for detail), the build quality and finish seem top-tier.

One part I found especially intriguing was our discussion about the T47 bottom bracket:
I mentioned that I’ve had some struggles with it in the past, and Peter explained their unique manufacturing process. The bottom bracket shell is embedded directly into the mold like it’s bonded in place, and the threads are then precisely CNC-machined afterward. To me, that sounds like a solid and well-thought-out approach.

Conclusion: I think this frame could be a great fit for an upcoming project.

P.S.: I’ve been working on a few concept designs for this frame, inspired by iconic motorsport liveries – and I’ll be sending them over to Peter.
If anyone’s into this kind of thing or working on something similar, feel free to reach out
June 27, 2025, 12:58:38 PM 		1