Bike part reviews and YouTube bike-builds

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My order from Tagoola for Super Six 2.0 wheelset came today. Ordered October 20th so super fast. Specs: I've made two changes to the original spec: 1. Narrower 3.8 mm carbon spokes 2. Drain holes on the rim. First impresions are good. I received additionally decals, valves and report. I'm not a specialist but front wheels tension looks a bit off.(EDIT: I wanted to put it to calculator, but something is wrong. There are 12 records for drive and non drive side each, but wheels are laced with 21 spokes) I need to check in the calculator if it's ok. Rim tape is already installed from factory. Hubs are with bigger flange but have open style of the spokes. Rim finish is something that was the main reason for me of buying this set and I'm very happy how it looks. For 50 mm depth rims and 26 mm IW weight is good at 1285 g.

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Today I received a custom order I made 8th of october. Order was these wheels but with a 60 rear and 50 front. 2 Mistakes inside the order, 1 major which is they forgot the ratchet inside the freewheel body, second is minor but kind of annoying, the tubeless valves are both the same length and for the 60mm rear only a little bit of the valve is showing. Talked about it with Matter, he told me he was going to ship a new ratchet for me and it would take approximatly 1 week to get to me. Asked him if I could get one locally to speed up process, originally said yes and when I confirmed with him with the quote a local bike shop told me he then said it was too expensive, which I part of agree when you compare with price of ratchet on aliexpress (it was 75 euros for a 36T one). Then he told me he was reaching out of a connection he had in my country (france) to try to figure it all out as quick as possible. This is still where we are now. I expect to have an answer tomorrow morning. Otherwise quality seems good, packaging was ok but not the best. Will keep you updated once I know more

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I bought this frame in size 51 with the same paint color from (amazing service and communication by the way), and received it last week. I might be one of the first people to get one! The frame, painted and fitted with bolts but without any accessories (UDH mount, front derailleur mount, etc.), weighs 952 grams. I haven’t had the chance to build it yet, but I have to say, Incolor is on another level. From the way they packaged the frame to the included accessories, manuals, frame quality, and attention to every little detail, it’s all excellent. It honestly makes me want to buy their road frame next, now that I've seen how good their quality is. For reference, I've also bought the Lightcarbon LCR018-D, LT GV201, and Spcycle G058. Don't get me wrong, the LCR018 was great quality (though I haven't finished that build yet), but Incolor's attention to detail really sets it apart from the others.

I Tested 13 AliExpress Bike Lights: Which Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying?

Triathlon Mike

The reviewer discusses the Magic Shine Alty 400 and Alty 400 V2 front bike lights extensively. They state the build quality is a significant step up from cheaper lights, featuring an aluminum case that feels premium. The reviewer uses this light most of the time on their road bike, finding 400 lumens bright enough for 90% of their riding and appreciating its small, unobtrusive footprint on the handlebars. They highlight the IPX7 waterproof rating, Garmin-style mount, battery life indicator, and anti-glare features. The reviewer explicitly recommends spending a little more for the Alty 400 over cheaper alternatives, noting the V2 model has slightly better anti-glare and battery life and is the same price as the original.

I Tested 13 AliExpress Bike Lights: Which Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying?

Triathlon Mike

The reviewer discusses the iGPSPORT TL30 Smart Tail Light in a dedicated segment. They describe it as a 50-lumen, IPX7 waterproof light that is very plasticky but also the most pocketable light on the desk due to its thin design. It features an app for customization, a brake light function that activates via vibration sensors, and a group sync feature. The light uses a proprietary charger and attaches via a rubber band.

I Tested 13 AliExpress Bike Lights: Which Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying?

Triathlon Mike

The reviewer discusses the Magicshine SEEMEE 200 Rechargeable Bike Tail Lights, which they refer to as the 'Magic Shine See V3' and 'CE200 V3'. They state it is their favorite rear light and praise its innovative design with outward and downward facing lights, providing 360° visibility. They highlight its 200 lumen brightness, 5-17 hour battery life, motion sensor for brake light functionality, IPX6 waterproof rating, and convenient Garmin-style mini mount. However, they criticize the USB-C port's waterproof flap as a potential design flaw if forgotten after charging. They consider it a good middle ground between quality and price, hitting a 'very good middle ground between good quality and actually doing its job'.

I Tested 13 AliExpress Bike Lights: Which Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying?

Triathlon Mike

The reviewer discusses the Magicshine Alty 800 as the larger, brighter version of the Alty 400. They describe it as having 800 lumens, a significantly bigger battery life (3.5 to 17.5 hours), and a 70% larger physical size. It features a premium aluminum case, IPX7 waterproof rating, and is app-customizable. The reviewer states they prefer the smaller Alty 400 for their road bike but use the Alty 800 on their mountain bike for country lane riding.

I Tested 13 AliExpress Bike Lights: Which Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying?

Triathlon Mike

The reviewer discusses two different BUCKLOS light sets. The first is a very cheap set (approximately $5-$8) that is popular on AliExpress with over 4,000 units sold and a 4.8-star rating. They are impressed with the brightness, USB-C charging, and overall value for the price. The second set is slightly more expensive ($15-$25) and offers better waterproofing (IPX6). The reviewer notes both sets are plasticky but perform well for their cost.

I Tested 13 AliExpress Bike Lights: Which Are ACTUALLY Worth Buying?

Triathlon Mike

The reviewer discusses the NEWBOLER 10,000 Lumen light as an absolute beast that is nothing like any other light on the desk. They describe it as being like having a flood light attached to the handlebars, capable of turning nighttime into daytime. It is noted for its extreme brightness, fun factor, and utility for off-road or countryside riding where maximum illumination is needed.

AliExpress's Carbon Wheels - What's the Compromise? Superteam H2 vs 9Velo

Hambini

The reviewer discusses the 9Velo CD Wide Series wheels as a premium Chinese alternative to budget wheels like Super Team. They describe these wheels as having excellent mechanical integrity, superior hub design with complete spoke retention, cross-lacing on both sides for stiffness, titanium freehub, and better aerodynamic spokes than competitors. The reviewer states these are the best wheels around and considers them worth the higher price point due to unseen quality differences.

AliExpress's Carbon Wheels - What's the Compromise? Superteam H2 vs 9Velo

Hambini

The reviewer provides a detailed analysis of the Super Team H2 wheels, which appear to be the same product as the SUPERTEAM S-ALL Carbon Ultra H2 D30-50 Disc Brake Special Edition. They state these are cheap Chinese wheels available from AliExpress, Alibaba, and the Super Team website for around £500-£800. The reviewer went into the analysis expecting them to be garbage but found they were actually decent for the money. The wheels feature a wavy rim profile similar to Princeton Carbon Works, a shark skin texture for aerodynamics, carbon spokes, a 54-tooth ratchet hub with lightening holes, and come with a quality control certificate, spare spokes, and valve extenders. While not perfect, the reviewer concludes most people would be pleased with them.

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I’m satisfied with West Biking alu mount. Tried OgEvkin 2 bolt carbon mount, but with a bike computer and front light it cracked after 500 kilometers of gravel riding. This mount is a solid choice for gravel riding. I’ve already ridden 10k kilometers of gravel with that mount.

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Got the exact same one but it weighed 98g on my scales, one 2 hour ride so far and its been good, i can feel that it is hard, but didnt feel uncomfortable, wayyy better then my previous ryet 3d printed saddle which was super uncomfortable for me

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I recently bought this ryet ultralight saddle in narrow variant and I'm shocked how freaking good and comfortable it is with basically zero padding and weight of 80g. And I'm coming from a 3d printed saddle