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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Need help finding hub axle
« on: August 11, 2026, 06:38:50 PM »
Hi all,

While replacing the bearings on my rear disc wheel hub I've royally screwed up the axle. AceSprint, now BikeMyth has been less than helpful in pointing me in the right direction of finding a replacement.

Given the hub is enclosed I have no idea what brand the hub is. The marking r004 does seem to ring a bell on the cheaper end of hubs.

The axle dimensions in mm are:
19.2 non-drive side
41.8 mid
55.8 drive side
116.5 total

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: OTVTO wheels
« on: July 20, 2026, 07:01:10 PM »
Genuine question; how do you guys feel comfortable buying wheels off an 'unknown' brand from AliX? I stick to the big names and even then I feel so hesitant handing over my money. Paypalling money to ProX was stressful!
Truthfully, I've never had issues buying name brand (for AliX standards) and if I did I was well taken care of.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
« on: July 19, 2026, 06:35:03 PM »
Is anyone willing to give these a shot? Heavy, but the price is well into the "looks, smells and tastes like crap" territory.

35mm 38mm 50mm 54mm60 ROAD Carbon Wheelset  Climbing Ride On Logo 700C Wheel 12x100/12x142mm Gravel, Race Class Center Lock Disc
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mOZIr1p

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Component Deals & Selection / Fake Pillar Nipples?
« on: November 26, 2025, 07:55:51 PM »
Hi all,

I bought a pack of Pillar MV anodised nipples from a bigger seller (not Store193736171) and I've noticed these nips are marring and scratching quite easily compared to the exact same I purchased 6 months ago.

It very well may be my spoke wrench needing replacement so I'll grab another one tonight.

But has anyone heard of fake nips? They look identical to my previous order and since I've stupidly mixed them together in the same bag.

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Component Deals & Selection / Chains!
« on: November 17, 2025, 01:33:02 AM »
Hi all,

Wondering if anything has changed in the space of road chains? I've bought YBN in the past but it seems like theres nothing available? Im in Aus so not sure if there's a sole supplier now.

Anyway, I'm looking at SUMC and ZTTO. No real reason, they just seem to be the most common. I highly doubt the shimano chains are genuine even if the seller states they are.

Cheers

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: 11.11 What did you get?
« on: November 11, 2025, 09:24:53 PM »
FINALLY bought a rear disc wheel from Acesprint. With coupons, coins and PayPal it came to $682 AUD which is obscenely cheap.
Acesprint has a good reputation so I'm pretty confident

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Saddle mount bottle cages?
« on: October 17, 2025, 09:52:10 PM »
I can't quite help, but I have 3D printed brackets to mount cages to my TT bike. Got any mates with a printer?

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Chinertown Giveaway - Win the TIDEACE FM-CR068 Carbon Road Frame!
« on: August 17, 2025, 11:24:36 PM »
Tideacebike

I wonder how a modern frame compares to me 16 year old carbon Pinarello  🤔

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Maintenance, Mechanics, & Tools / Re: Which immersive wax are you using?
« on: August 11, 2025, 11:38:53 PM »
I've skipped all the additives and simply melted an unscented, paraffin candle in a metal dish floating in water. The flaking is unbelievable.

I have used Squirt in the past but was never happy with it. It would turn into a black flakey mess which became a pain come vacuuming/mopping.

 I ride 90% indoors on my trainer so my lounge room is copping the brunt of the mess. Ultimately, I'm still happy with the immersion waxing.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Titanium bolts
« on: July 29, 2025, 11:34:43 PM »
I've replaced almost every bolt on my bike with Wanyifa. They're lighter than the stock bolts - are they titanium?? Hopefully

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Any recommended Aliexpress vendors for individual rear wheels?
« on: July 24, 2025, 03:11:04 AM »
I bought a single front rim from Ace Sprint. Took ages as they're made to order. But overall the quality was quite good.
Reason I went with them was the rim + shipping was the cheapest. Shipping to Aus was $10 compared to $50-$60 other sellers were charging.

Only downside is a 30mm rim was very heavy. But for sub $200 aud + GST shipped i can't complain

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
« on: June 13, 2025, 07:42:33 PM »
Quote from: Fat Larry on June 09, 2025, 09:48:28 AM
Anyone have experience with any of the super budget bottom brackets like this

https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005006694885812.html?productId=1005006694885812&selectedSkuId=12000038428469570&channel=detailPageDealCombineFloor&combineBizType=platformFreeShipping&intent_extra_sku_from=from_add_to_shopcart&type=mergeorder&trackParams=%7B%22businessScenario%22%3A%22choiceV2%22%2C%22activityType%22%3A%22CHOICE_FREE_SHIPPING%22%7D&spm=a2g0o.detail.fusionpage.0&gatewayAdapt=glo2vnm

Are they viable?

I bought a ceramic ZTTO PF30 to BB86 for about ~$25 AUD. Spins freely, no squeaks or other types of noises.
I got caught out in the rain during a tri, the BB became a bit crunchy so maybe be cautious depending on your riding conditions.
Im too soft to ride in the rain so it's not an issue for me

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO eTT
« on: May 13, 2025, 07:34:21 PM »
Is it?
Rival RD is about $450 aud. Blips are another $100-$150 and TRP brakes are about $350 a side.

Never mind, I actually opened my eyes. $300 for the blippy's, $400 for the brakes and another $220 shipping

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Best TPU tube brand
« on: April 23, 2025, 09:51:27 PM »
I've been using old Cyclami TPU tubes with the entirely threaded, metal valves. They're about 2 to 2.5 years old and about 2,500 km (I don't ride as much as I should)

I have a stash of RideNow tubes as backup but haven't ever had to replace the originals.

Anyone know of there's a shelf life of these?? I doubt it (hopefully).

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Ace Sprint carbon wheels on Aliexpress
« on: April 19, 2025, 07:33:31 AM »
AceSprint only charged $8 shipping vs all other stores starting at $50. They did offer the option for EMS but that was $60 USD, after exchange its about $100 AUD, making a single rim cost over $300.
Might as well buy a cheapy wheelset

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