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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom RoPa Cycling Aero Gravel Suit
« on: July 23, 2026, 09:24:35 AM »
Quote from: kbernstein on July 22, 2026, 06:43:07 AM
How much did it end up costing per suit? Did it get much under 100€ or is it still in the 90s? What is the longest you've worn it? Would you say it's comfortable enough to use even in training over bibs+jersey?

The final cost per piece was in the 90s. But I chose the highest-quality fabrics and ordered only 7 items, which meant I could spread the shipping costs, customs duties, taxes, and other fees across just those items. With larger quantities and, if necessary, different materials, a price in the high 70s or 80s should also be possible.

The longest ride was a good 4.5 hours. I find the suit and the materials very comfortable—the padding fits perfectly. I don’t ride in the suit that often during training, since my current fitness level rarely allows for long (and especially very fast) rides.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom RoPa Cycling Aero Gravel Suit
« on: July 15, 2026, 07:54:37 AM »
The Race Suit in action, worn by my buddy (I was on vacation)—he was very happy with the suit

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Xiamen Carbon Speed rims/wheels
« on: July 13, 2026, 03:04:44 PM »
XMCS update for my SSE; 58/65 mm, 26 mm inner width, with 20 spokes. Love it!

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: XMCS - 2026 VRT
« on: July 13, 2026, 02:58:39 PM »
Quote from: JB007 on July 13, 2026, 05:07:31 AM
Is it possible to use the riser handlebar with a Cannondale Supersix Evo? Does XMCS provide an adapter for this?

I've already thought about that, too. As far as I know, it's the FSA ACR standard, so an FSA adapter should fit. The only challenge will be the Ahead cap or the bolt/thread for the Delta fork.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: July 08, 2026, 02:50:04 PM »
Does anyone know of a seller of Zippless jerseys on Ali and similar sites? THX

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom Kits (Jersey & Bibs)
« on: June 21, 2026, 04:53:02 AM »
Quote from: Lotnik on June 10, 2026, 11:45:43 PM
Here's some of kit parts for our team and basing on radrick_91 custom race suit for my gravel races.

Mega, I'm glad I was able to inspire and motivate you guys. The kit looks great!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: City/Hyper Cycling Carbon Soled Shoes
« on: June 21, 2026, 04:46:09 AM »
I think Hype City shoes are sold in Germany under the Venerate brand—at least, I think they look very similar. I have the Road 2.0 model and am very happy with it. I’d love it if we could buy them directly from Hype City, but I don’t think that’s possible due to licensing issues, which confirms my suspicion.

https://venerate.cc/products/venerate-road-one-2-0-white?_su_rec=7vJnNUIOFOg2WN11dFgegQ0KH7VFXPvJyU-6aQsKXZKZUeAgawPqOb3UCUOsWffsE1QdM_apNm5bstyTLKPTRD9eSTox45WwMfVOIa7UpFhdMn-WaR7GSsom7-mLGLvjNzEz8icoARs2wpua8vOzw5Ky-jMzXLiPDPKu6hB8NSftimgM-bcb6wev_uebiZPpTb3oIEBrXP40DPSeKfLPWyY4cDaDIJzOF9KjywpPyfZTCNf6C8odgQ&_su_rec_id=e60578a4-2537-42ec-832e-1fe7620a5e1b-1782034944

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom RoPa Cycling Aero Gravel Suit
« on: June 10, 2026, 01:35:47 AM »
Quote from: adamralph on May 28, 2026, 02:41:28 AM
Hi Robert - this has been really helpful, thank you! Have you had a chance to get out and about to give it a decent test yet?

Hi, so far, unfortunately, just once each for me and my teammate. I’ve also sent the suit to the Netherlands and once to Bavaria through the forum—maybe we’ll get some feedback on those soon.

But we were both very satisfied. It has a race fit, and the materials are very thin (good for hot weather, but not my first choice right now with the changeable weather). The pad is super round and well-placed—all the pockets and the zipper work. My buddy had a 2L hydration bladder that fit very well—the only thing that needs some tweaking is managing the drinking tube—I didn’t have a hydration bladder, so I used the back pockets to store two Sugarflasks. Overall, very satisfied.

Funny side note: Feedback from my buddy is that “putting it on” with a full hydration bladder isn’t easy.

The first official race outing will be at the Hegau UCI Gravel Race; maybe one or two of you will see the suit in action.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: June 10, 2026, 01:29:25 AM »
For anyone looking for a skinsuit. I received the new Cheji model with the red pad yesterday. The cut and fabrics are very high quality—the only thing is that the leg length is a bit short for me. (For reference, I'm 187 cm tall and ordered a size XL.)

https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005010783317267.html?pdp_npi=4%40dis%21EUR%21%E2%82%AC+125%2C22%21%E2%82%AC+81%2C39%21%21%21955.88%21621.30%21%402103846917810728382027384e3714%2112000053496490804%21sh%21DE%210%21X&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.new_all_items_2011930796757.1005010783317267&gatewayAdapt=glo2deu

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom Kits (Jersey & Bibs)
« on: June 10, 2026, 01:26:14 AM »
I can also recommend Tarstone—here’s my little story

https://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,6437.msg96406.html#msg96406

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: XM Carbonspeed Ultra-Wide Gravel Wheelset with Titanium Spokes
« on: April 03, 2026, 04:59:49 AM »
Quote from: St0mpB0x on March 29, 2026, 05:09:43 AM
Slightly less stiff than steel spokes of equal mass. Significantly less stiff than carbon spokes of equal mass.

Titanium doesn't have any real vibration damping properties. I suspect people often conflate lower stiffness with increased vibration damping.

But don't forget the style factor of titanium spokes. Gain some watts  8)

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom RoPa Cycling Aero Gravel Suit
« on: February 27, 2026, 02:27:48 AM »
Quote from: aeroskiii on February 26, 2026, 03:45:13 PM
does anyone have pictures of how these fit?

Unfortunately, I'm a little out of shape, so it's very tight, but maybe it will help you. Wears Race Fit

Please do not share the photo outside of the forum, thank you!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom RoPa Cycling Aero Gravel Suit
« on: February 27, 2026, 02:21:28 AM »
Quote from: SZDW on February 19, 2026, 04:20:41 AM
is there a chance to order 1 full kit from Tarstone for testing quality, sizing and materials purposes?

In case you or anyone else is interested. I also received some fabric samples. If you live in Germany (or the EU), I could send them to you.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
« on: February 18, 2026, 12:33:35 PM »
Quote from: Kbfore on February 16, 2026, 11:37:17 AM
What size/model are those Shawl tires?

They are Schwalbe One 365 winter tires in 32 mm with RideNow TPU tube setup. They offer slightly more puncture protection and good wet weather performance, and have reflective sidewalls for the dark season. However, they are not fast, so I will switch to Pirelli PZero in 32 or 35 mm for the summer.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Custom RoPa Cycling Aero Gravel Suit
« on: February 18, 2026, 11:59:54 AM »
Quote from: NB87 on February 18, 2026, 10:32:07 AM
Thanks. That gives an idea. I'm in the market for designing a custom set for my own crew.

Very cool. I can recommend Daisy from Tarstone, but feel free to make your own choice. I've had many good contacts through Alibaba. I'm curious to see what you do and look forward to hearing your feedback.

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