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Xiamen Carbon Crank Cluster: Who Actually Makes Carbon Cranksets?
In the recent year(s) there seem to have been popping up a couple of Carbon Crankset brands from China. Dig a little and forum threads start pointing in the same direction: several of these brands appear to share components, factories, or both.
April 16, 2026
Magene P715 SPD-SL Pedal Power Meter Review
Avenger SL Shuttle
The Avenger SL Shuttle is a 2025 carbon road bike frame from Avenger/Hongfu, priced at approximately $1800 USD. It features a lightweight design (around 750g), T47 bottom bracket, and endurance-oriented geometry. Users discuss its potential use of T1100 carbon fiber and compare it to other frames like the Speeder SC-R55D and R8. The frame is seen as a new design from Avenger, moving away from older rebadged Hongfu models. However, its high price and uncertain aero performance are points of debate among forum members.
Carbon Speed 24mm titanium spindle carbon fiber crankset
The Carbon Speed 24mm titanium spindle carbon fiber crankset is a lightweight crankset available in DUB 29mm aluminum spindle and 24mm titanium spindle versions. It features carbon fiber crank arms with an Easton-style interface, compatible with Easton-compatible power meters (like XCadey and Sigeyi) and chainrings. Available crank lengths include 155mm, 165mm, and 170mm, with weights around 320-330g for the 24mm titanium version and 325g for the DUB aluminum version. Prices are $230 for the DUB version and $310 for the 24mm titanium version. The product includes optional carbon chainrings (double and single) and a carbon spider, though some users report issues with chainring quality and compatibility.
HORI 1300 PRO In-Depth Review
BIKEDOC DX28 1025g Rim Brake Carbon Disc Wheel 700C Disk Wheelset 28MM Width Triathlon Lenticular Road Wheel Set
Hi guys thought I'd post my experience with BIKEDOC DX28 Carbon Disc Wheel trading as Synergy (Xiamen) Import and Export Co as there are not many modern disc wheel designs for rim brake bikes around. I contacted a few different manufacturers/sellers and settled on BIKEDOC as they have some good reviews and designs. The lady I dealt with was Menly who was very helpful and was able to provide specs close to what I requested. I did want their FB01 31mm toroidal shape which was my request but this could only be built as disc brake only so I settled on the DX28 which is rim brake compatible. So full specs as follows: Depth Solid disc wheel toroidal design Rim width outer 28mm Internal 22mm Widest point 29 mm (toroid). Engraved brake track Specified weight ~1050g Measured weight 1023g I chose their standard hub which spins fine and still smooth. Finish is very nice in the matt UD and there are also nice seals on the hub end caps which I know some hubs don't have. I haven't noticed any issues with runout and everything still appears very true. The wheel seems solid/stiff and the ratchet is loud! So far I've ridden 2 x 90k tt, 1 x 80k tt, 40km TT plus 80km or so warmup and the wheel has held up well and still like new. Feels very fast with the conti GP5000 S TR and TT TR 28c tire set up as tubeless and running ~67psi, S TR measures ~30mm and TT TR measures ~31mm. So arguably the S TR is a little more aero on this wheel. I was first in my age group off the bike in IM70.3 Melbourne on a windy course so the wheel is definitely fast as I am no power house on the bike. If I change up to a disc brake TT bike I will be definitely contacting them again as these wheels are great value and fit for purpose. I definitely recommend you contact them if you are on a budget.
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DaStivi's LightCarbon Gravel LCG087-D
DaStivi's Gravel LightCarbon LCG087-D with WHEELTOP GeX Wireless, ZIPP 303 XPLR wheels, and Panaracer GravelKing SK t...
9,371.0g
€3,303.00
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Road Bike with HYGGE Aerodynamic carbon frame, eRX groupset, ELITEWHEELS 50mm wheels, and Continental GP5000 tires.
2,439.0g
€2,158.00
LightCarbon LCFS918
LightCarbon's Full Suspension MTB with SRAM XX1 AXS, RockShox SID SL Ultimate, and Continental Race King tires.
9,893.4g
€4,132.00
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