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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: September 16, 2023, 01:44:54 PM »
Well after almost 2.5 years took a fall and damaged the linkage enough to warrant replacement. Might as well move to the 120mm linkage. Anyone have any luck getting just that piece lately? While I wait for a response from Carbonda, any idea what I am looking at for cost?

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We have our own headset and dust cap for internal cables. But we didn't develop flip chips. So the head tube angle cannot be adjusted.

Do you have pictures of the caps? Wondering how the routing is handled.


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What does the headset hardware look like for the full internal setup? Seeing as this is an orbea clone are you using the same type of headset?

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Will it still utilize the flat mount to post mount adapter in the rear?
Looks unsightly.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Elite wheels
« on: June 15, 2023, 07:59:56 AM »
I have 1000+ miles on my set. They are nice. Make sure to check the bearings when you get them and repack if needed.

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: June 05, 2023, 03:12:25 PM »
Anyone try a 34 tooth oval? I have a 32T on now, but wondering about clearance.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: May 10, 2023, 02:22:51 PM »
Thanks! I ordered a set of the Spexcel.
Also ordered a way to expensive set of assos........

Excited to try both

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: May 07, 2023, 08:33:34 PM »
I have only ever ridden Chinese bibs and shorts. I have been happy with the darevie stuff on shorter 1-2 hour rides but find them getting uncomfortable beyond that. I have a few long races (10+ hrs) coming up and would like to spurge on a few sets of shorts. I prefer bib shorts without the shoulder straps. Any suggestions. Open to Western brands also.
Was thinking about trying the black bibs ultimate shorts.

Thanks!

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: March 28, 2023, 01:56:10 PM »
Does anybody know which hanger fits for a FM936 and maybe if they are available from any seller within EU?
(Like bike24, bike-components, bike discount, wiggle etc..)

Thanks

https://www.wiggle.com/vitus-hanger-48-rapide-fs-2021

Pretty sure that will fit.
The Vitus Rapide FS is the same frame

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: March 28, 2023, 01:48:05 PM »
They refunded you for a sizing mistake you did? And there I was thinking I shouldn't bother getting a refund on a shitty saddle with obvious manufacturing defects.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004802943684.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.2e7338da0SAYHZ&mp=1
Is it this one by any chance? I'm also considering it  :)


Yup that one in orange haha

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: March 27, 2023, 08:54:14 PM »
(Hopefully) reviving this thread to ask if anyone has tried the newer Darevie stuff such as this jersey: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004492511606.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.27bf38da3mbYIR&mp=1
I'm incredibly tempted by a full set given their color options but I had a pretty bad experience with spexcel bibs and their dupont coolmax pad that absorbs all the sweat and folds when standing up to get in my crack. Not very pleasant.

Don't have this exact jersey, but I have another and the quality is great. Also rocking about 5 of their bib shorts. Just picked up a pair of their mtb shorts as well. Very impressed

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Got the 0.61L model saddlebag and was better than I expected-holds a tube and tire levers tight, contents don't rattle, and doesn't have a strap marring seat posts and fraying lycra.  Also has Silca brand markings which didn't show in the pictures.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804143510847.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.5.21ef1802boWd29&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa&_randl_shipto=US

Been using this one all year. Great bag.

I went down the path of having one that lets me put my cell phone in the bag.   I purchased one of these last year and love it.  (Yes I put my own holes into the saddlebag sections and the top bag.)

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802951466181.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.344.21ef1802dB5eor&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=US.

Before I purchase this set, I purchased several Blackburn top tube bags from Walmart.  (Price has almost doubled singe I purchased mine around 2 years ago.)

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Blackburn-Top-Tube-Bike-Bag-with-Phone-Holder/920257211?adsRedirect=true


Just got this one in, will do the same. Looks well made.

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Got the racework carbon cranks in. They are 180 grams lighter than the zrace ones. The raceworks ring is also a 42t direct mount. The zrace is a 40t w/ spider.
I was careful with the nondrive side bolts. So far no cracking, will check after a couple miles.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: BXT-Gravel-135
« on: January 08, 2023, 05:49:48 PM »
Decals are ebay specials.

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Super interested in your thoughts after a couple rides on those cranks

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