Quick visual comparison between the Ryet Aircode 3D printed saddle and the Goldix 3D printed saddle that's available from like $17-25 USD during sales. The Goldix saddle seems to be well built, with a stiff carbon shell and thick rails. The 3D mesh also has a bit more cushion, while the bottom edges of the carbon seem to be more rounded. There's also a 1cm lip that protrudes from the back end of the saddle to give a bit more length.

The two saddles seems similar. I'll report back on the actual ride quality once I put a few km/mi on it.

UPDATE: I just took this saddle for a ride and it felt great! No discomfort, plenty of cushion, stayed cool in the California sunshine and minimal friction when adjusting position. Unfortunately it seems the price has jumped up from it's earlier low price!

I have somewhere around 5k miles on the old RYET Carbon saddle here: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806444717188.html, it looks like they quit selling it on the LEXON store. I bought it because it had very similar measurements as my ERGON SMC4-M saddle that I've loved on my gravel bike. The only noticeable measurement difference is a shorter nose.
I actually like the RYET saddle. My only complaint is that the side front flare corners, indicated by my pointer finger, have almost zero padding and they can feel quite hard on longer rides or when putting down more power.

I am waiting for the one on the bottom of your photo to be delivered now to see if it's any good. It's got quite a different profile than the ones I've been using and I'm curious how well it works out.

I just bought the all carbon set (spokes and hoops) claimed 1260+/- 30g for 775$ shipped to the states. $670 for the wheelset and $105 to ship. Not sure if that helps anyone. Leon is awesome to work with over Whatsapp and is very responsive. He sent tracking info on Thursday. Will update once they arrive 

Hey Andrew sorry but I typed the email wrong in the begining. Thank to WhityWhite who spotted it. Hope You managed to contact Leon via whatsapp. If not please use the edited email adress.

I got the email kick back and corrected it :-D I have been Whatsapping Leon. He's very responsive. I settled on the RD 13 with the carbon spokes and the ultralight hoops for $670 USD, will report back.

claimed 1200ish grams

Just paid, here's my load out:

YAR 40-03 Tubeless 40mm 21mm 28mm UD Disc brake 21/24H
RD28 Ceramic bearing
F12*100mm
R.12*142mm
Center lock
SHIMANO HG
CS-01 carbon spoke
1260+- 30g
Tubeless Valve, Tapes

US$670.00

I build almost all of my wheels myself and you can indeed build a set for 350-400 EUR that is 1100-1200gr.
I am having trouble buying the Novatec 411-412 hubs from Ali (seems like every seller uses these as some sort of scam...) and they are too expensive to buy in the EU (>200 EUR).
I have now ordered a set of Goldix R180 hubs to build my next MTB wheelset. I hope they have upgraded the ratchet mechanism because I was hesitant to buy Goldix hubs until now because of all the bad reviews...
You can get the Novatec 791-792 hubs very cheap on ali if you wait for the sales. Than you have a 1200 gr wheelset for a little over 300 eur.

Which hoops and spokes are you using?
I was looking on Ali for 711/712, but the all seem to be QR. The closest I could find that fit my needs are Novatec D791SB-CL D792SB-CL. $61.36 USD A pair which seems pretty good. Claimed weight 407g

I actually have a damaged wheelset, my own fault, that I purchased from Wing at Carbonda. The hoops are destroyed but the DT350 hubs and spokes are decent. The problem is Wing said the hoops weren't available any more. The other thing is that they are 28 hole hubs and the road rim selection for those appear to be pretty slim. I'd love for these hubs to see more life as they probably only have 10k miles on them. Anyone know of any good 28H hoops that don't cost a fortune to get over?

Hello Chinertown!

I've been scouring Ali/eBay for a decently light/shallow, disc, thru-axle wheelset for my climbing build and was wondering if there was any experience here? Is it possible to find a good set for $500ish USD delivered?
My current interests are these:

• (526.24) - 1496g - ELITE SLT Road Disc Carbon - https://www.aliexpress.us/item/2255800792743145.html
• (305.00) - 1430g - RYET Carbon Wheels Disc Brake - https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804604210106.html

Are there other brands out there that have been proven in the streets that I may be missing?

Has to be the same Adam, which is probably a nickname anyway.
How come the frameset is more expensive though? Going through Carbonda a 696 is 480USD

My 696 was $480 when I bought it a few years back. This frame that I am referencing in this post is an FM906-D, which also has a regular version and a "light weight" version. The non light weight version was $490 and the light weight version was $590.

I attached my Adam's initial response back from 2022; the only difference is the shipping cost came down some.

Fri, Oct 21, 2022, 5:12 AM

Dear sir,
Thanks for your inquiry.
For the model FM906-D,the price details as bellow:
590USD for light weight version(frame,fork,seatpost and clamp)
490USD for nor weight version(frame,fork,seatpost and clamp)
Other parts:
15USD for headset
30USD for F&R axles set
Shipping cost 240USD to your area.

Looking forward to hear you soon.

 Flybike Asia Sports Equipment Co.,Ltd
    惠州市美源吉体育用品有限公司
              Adam Zhong/钟柱
              Salesman/销售

jefflinde, I initially submitted a contact form on http://www.flybike-asia.com/messages.html. I received and response back, and have since been emailing with, adam@hz-fb.cn