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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: November 20, 2024, 03:47:04 PM »
Quote from: aramus1979 on November 20, 2024, 03:30:41 PM
I checked it for you, mounted rear derailleur eGR front eR9 works together, gear change works RD reacts to the right brake lever FD reacts to the left brake lever so the sets can be swapped. A large beer is due

You're a hero! We owe you a huge can of beer, for sure. I might actually just get a set of eGR and set it 2x for a gravel frame that I just bought, since I have an extra FD lying around! I might even get away with just purchasing eGR RD and transfer one of my two eR9 to save a bit of cash.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: November 16, 2024, 05:42:29 PM »
Quote from: JACQUES on November 16, 2024, 11:41:10 AM
In April I was really kean on the eRX for a new build, in the en I got the eGR for my gravelbike and moved my Force AXS to the new road bike, that bike unfortuamely got stolen in September.

Im now again building a new road bike and Im impressed enough with the eGR that I now again want eRX for the new road bike. Currently this has the best looking shifter in my eyes and I realy like the ergonomics. But the current eRX really looks industrial wrt its front derailleur.

So again Im waiting for the new eRX "Blue" to be sold. I see its on its website, but nowhere available for sale.

No-one have more news when this will be actually for sale and why its taking so long?

Yeah right! I am also looking forward to the updated eRX. On their YouTube channel, they even already have the updated FD with what looks to be the new USB-C charging port. I am now considering an upgrade for either the new eRX or the new Magene QED. Though I don't know if I want to be on another first generation groupset. At least, by now, LTWOO should have figured a couple of things to improve upon their previous one(s).


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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Magene QED 12spd groupset showcased in Shanghai
« on: November 06, 2024, 09:40:16 AM »
Quote from: raisinberry777 on November 05, 2024, 10:52:08 PM
That really slipped under the radar. Pricing seems pretty competitive and could provide an interesting alternative to 105 Di2. Wonder when we'll see it shipping internationally - they seem to be indicating that it's available now. I can see Pardus are advertising one of their bikes with it on Instagram.

At their current claimed weight, features and pricing, I would argue this is an even closer to being Ultegra competitor. Yes, it looks like they are only  available offline. I did ask Magene official store at AliExpress and they said they do not have any plan on selling them "now". So maybe sometime next year.

Quote from: SillyMochi on November 06, 2024, 06:43:40 AM
Thanks for the update. Pre-orders for December in local markets. Maybe we get lucky and they open it up for international buyers in spring, just in time for the 2025 season.

Anyone knows what their "Disc brake version (integrated caliper)" is? My understanding the other option "Disc brake version (split caliper)" is a "regular" brake caliper. Any "real" difference besides being a bit lighter, slightly different looks and higher price?

Looks to me different design, even different size of piston, based on the images I saw.

What is even more impressive, if I understand correctly, you can purchase disc brake upgrade kit for rim brake. So you can use the same shifter body with few minor kit upgrade for both disc and rim brake. I hope someone who knows how to read/speak Chinese can confirm this.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Magene QED 12spd groupset showcased in Shanghai
« on: November 05, 2024, 08:59:52 PM »
Has anyone in the western world followed any of Magene's latest official announcement on their new QED groupset? It looks very promising. Respectable weight, profile management, extra Di2-like buttons, Di2-like Synchronized Shift, etc .. I wonder if they will eventually release them for the western market?

https://www.163.com/dy/article/JEPEACTI0538OBFN.html

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Where do you get your custom decals?
« on: October 04, 2024, 08:58:13 AM »
I bought myself a vinyl cutter (LOKLIK) and have been using those exact rainbow vinyl. Ended up using the cutter for other miscellaneous stuff at home. If you can find any second hand or inexpensive one, that would be worth the investment.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: September 29, 2024, 06:24:48 PM »
Quote from: jonathanf2 on September 29, 2024, 05:30:14 PM
Finally happened. My 2nd ER9 RD died on me during a ride. My 1st ER9 groupset is working great, but this 2nd one just stopped. FD works fine, shifters seem to be working and battery holder/cables haven't been compromised. Plus I don't ride in the rain, so it's definitely a bad RD and not a water ingress issue. I just contacted the 80 Design Store to see if I can get a replacement unit. Hopefully they live up to their customer service reputation!

Ouch! Hopefully 80 Design Store will sort you out quickly!
Just wondering, you mentioned that FD is still fine. Does it still shift with dead RD? Could it be that RD is somehow stuck mechanically? I remember seeing TraceVelo had this issue on his eGR, I think!?

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Wheeltop EDS GeX
« on: September 26, 2024, 05:27:23 PM »
Quote from: kbernstein on September 26, 2024, 10:29:34 AM


First video about it I believe
Also probed joe about sensah/magene groupsets and he said he is waiting for embargo to end

Did Joe say anything about when the embargo will be lifted? I am very much interested in the Magene groupset.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: September 23, 2024, 03:43:44 PM »
Quote from: mrpercussive on September 22, 2024, 02:57:20 PM
So I went and impulse bought some Zrace XG calipers for my Ltwoo ER9 groupset. Was wondering since the pistons are both 22mm but the Ltwoo ones are ceramic and Zrace is aluminum... has anyone here swapped them to see if they're interchangeable? Lol

Yes, they use the same piston i.e. 22mm. In fact, I replaced my first two Zrace XG pistons with ceramics ones I bought from AE. Unfortunately, one of the two XGs I had started leaking from around the piston. I don't have much time to tinker around, so I replaced that with a new updated XG, which I bought for $22 using discount and coins. By the way, the new XG calipers comes with what looks to be ceramic piston. They are no longer Aluminum. Overall, I think the new updated XG calipers are much improved. This includes longer portion where we thread in the olive, supposedly to avoid having the channel blocked by olives or the hose. This was highlighted in TraceVelo video. Will give XG another chance before moving back to Shimano. Trying for a werightweenie build, so >50gr saving is tempting. Also, for the kind of riding I do, XG is plenty powerful already and have worked well for the past ~7000km for me.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Tavelo Aero Frame
« on: August 14, 2024, 11:05:27 AM »
Quote from: repoman on August 14, 2024, 10:21:10 AM
Hoping he does the Elilee Blaze frame. Cam Nichols just released a vid on it but it's very shilly.

I just watched Cam Nichols' video on the Elilee Blize as an owner of one. I have to say, I agree with most of the assessment. The bike is definitely a great bike, so it may sound "shilly". I have now almost ridden 5000km on the standard version. It's already plenty stiff for a lightweight bike, even on the standard version. I take this as a blessing and a curse. It is stiff when you want to transfer power, but you can definitely feel the stiffness over rough bumps, especially the stiff XXE handlebar.

After watching PT's video on Tavelo, I am surprised to see almost no issue(s) with my Elilee Blize. All the "proprietary" bits that came with the Blize were super well done, like seat post clamps, headset expander, etc .. Building the bike had been a breeze. Note that both should be considered at the same category for the price.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: August 02, 2024, 11:05:06 AM »
Quote from: jonathanf2 on August 02, 2024, 10:00:37 AM
I recently did a stint with Zrace XG brake calipers with my ER9, but when it was time to replace the pads while using aftermarket Shimano L05A finned pads, there was zero leeway for the rotors. I didn't want to bother sanding down the pads, so I ended up just going back to my LTwoo brake calipers. While I'm not too fond of the added weight especially with the adapter plates, they do seem more accommodating to fit aftermarket brake pads that tend to have thicker pad material. Plus I was having sticky piston issues with the Zrace calipers, so I figure I might as well swap back.

I have been running eR9 with the Zrace XG caliper for the past >4000km and have been testing various pads. I have not so far had any issue with not having clearance. Tried pushing in the caliper back in with any tool, before putting in the pads?

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: July 25, 2024, 09:57:00 AM »
Quote from: jonathanf2 on July 25, 2024, 09:34:56 AM
I have 2 ER9 groupsets and had a few bug. Took apart both systems to figure out the problems and managed to fix all issues. All my cable connectors are rubber cemented in with dielectric grease and I use alloy chain catchers. I'm not a particularly good bike mechanic, but even I've been able to get two of these ER9 systems to work properly. I clean my bikes after each ride and rotate my immersive waxed chains on a regular basis to keep the drivetrain spotless.

Also I just don't ride my road bikes in the rain. I go straight to my mechanical gravel bike when it comes to wet or rainy weather. Maybe it's just this younger generation that can't figure s**t out. They go straight to cry baby mode when any minor problem occurs! Lol

I too have two eR9 sets and have been suspiciously running well. I hope I don't jinx it.

Sometimes I am also amazed at how clueless most people are on basic bike maintenance. Though in all fairness, people who are willing to try LTWOO systems must be at least somewhat comfortable tinkering around the bike. LTWOO definite still have some works to do.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: July 24, 2024, 08:51:03 AM »
Quote from: lantz on July 23, 2024, 11:04:48 PM
Same here, another 1000 miles in on my ERX and not a single issue to speak of. I'll report back on the EGR that I'm building my new gravel bike with.

You're probably one of the few who has both ERX and EGR. Do you mind trying to pair EGR shifters to the ERX RD/FD? I have not seen any reports on the compatibility on all LTWOO system.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Carbon Speed Gravel Frameset Giveaway!
« on: June 13, 2024, 10:33:41 AM »
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: May 23, 2024, 01:41:42 PM »
Quote from: Avalius on May 23, 2024, 01:01:17 PM
Damn bleeding these brakes is a mess. Front brake failed to bleed multiple times.
Saw a 105 di2 group cheap around me and bought it. With all the fails, I'm gonna sell it and be safe :s

For me, it's actually quite the opposite. I have easier time bleeding the calipers, especially with the additional air port. I very much prefer L-Twoo's system compared to previous 11 speed Shimano. I haven't tried the new 12 speed system from Shimano, but I'd guess it's similar.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: LTWOO ER9 & ERX - Electronic groepsets
« on: May 06, 2024, 01:27:16 PM »
Quote from: Serge_K on May 06, 2024, 01:16:01 PM
Yet another problem with my er9. So, 2 RD died for no reason, that's being sorted.
But last night I put the er9 on my road bike to charge ahead of a mountain ride today. Battery was over 70pc when I put it to charge, I just wanted to make sure I wouldn't run out. In the morning, I start the ride, two bars as per be Garmin unit. And it wasn't a fluke. I did the whole ride trying not to shift and the battery died at the very end of the ride.
I plugged it in the wall. It was blinking green. It's not exactly the first time I handle the stuff.
So wtf happened this time? How is charging overnight actually draining the battery? Like wtf?
I am losing patience here. I really want that stuff to work, but man... This is really testing my patience, I feel like I should be getting paid to ride that stuff and debug it.

Oh man! At this point, you should get honorary membership for their QA team.

On my last ride, I also seemed to have sudden shift when hitting small potholes. I thought it was one time thing, but then it happened quite a few more times. This was on my second eR9 set. I will keep monitoring this and raise concerns it keeps happening.

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