Magicshine SEEMEE 200
Lights
The reviewer discusses the Magicshine SEEMEE 200 tail light, highlighting its 200-lumen output, multiple modes including a smart mode with ambient light detection, a gyroscopic brake light function, and a 360-degree tracer light. He praises its secure mounting options and considers it a valuable safety feature, despite its higher price compared to the smaller SEEMEE 20.
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Pros
- Powerful 200-lumen tail light
- Multiple modes including flashing, group ride, and smart mode
- Gyroscopic brake light function that brightens when stopping
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Cons
- More expensive than the SEEMEE 20 (NZ$74 vs NZ$25)
- Brake light sometimes activated when not braking
Key Points
- 200 lumens output
- Has a tracer light that lights up below the bike (360 degrees)
- Smart mode adjusts brightness based on ambient light and turns off tracer during day
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Spcycle G056
Frame
The reviewer discusses their new gravel bike built around the Spcycle G056 frame, describing it as a simple Chinese frame that looks decent and has performed without problems, aside from some scratches upon delivery. They are satisfied with the frame and the overall bike.
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Pros
- No problems with the frame so far
- Looks quite decent
- Cost around €630 with blue paint job, seatpost, and handlebars
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Cons
- A few scratches at the back upon delivery
Key Points
- Frame is from Spcycle, a Chinese manufacturer
- Purchased via the Spcycle website
- Frame cost around €630 including blue paint job, seatpost, and handlebars
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L-TWOO RX 12 Disc 2x12s Carbon Road Hydraulic Disc Brake Groupset
Groupset
The reviewer tested the L-TWOO RX 12 Disc 2x12s Carbon Road Hydraulic Disc Brake Groupset for six months and 1200 miles. He found it to be a great value, with easy installation, excellent braking performance, and good shifting overall, but noted some issues with 12-speed indexing sensitivity, minor corrosion on some parts, and a potential for carbon lever breakage. He recommends the 11-speed version for better reliability and cost-effectiveness.
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Pros
- Easy to install with pre-bled hoses and straightforward bleeding process.
- Excellent braking performance, comparable to Shimano Ultegra Di2.
- Good quality rubber hoods that don't stretch or become loose.
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Cons
- 12-speed indexing is very sensitive; slight cable tension changes can cause shifting issues.
- Shifting in smaller sprockets (higher gears) is less reliable and snappy.
- Minor corrosion on brake caliper clamping nuts and bolts, possibly due to road salt.
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Key Points
- Costs less than 250 quid for the 12-speed carbon variant.
- Weight: 876 grams for the carbon variant (vs 930g for Shimano R7020).
- Caliper mounting is flat mount (70mm hole spacing), not post mount.
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Magicshine MJ-906S
Lights
The reviewer praises the Magicshine MJ-906S bike light for its brightness, compact design, and USB-C charging, recommending it over the MJ-902S and the Montier 3500S for mountain biking.
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Pros
- Bright 4500 lumens output
- Compact and lightweight design
- USB-C charging (no more micro USB)
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Cons
- Battery is chunky and heavier compared to MJ-902S
- Light can get very hot, causing power reduction and potential longevity concerns
- No visor to prevent self-blinding when riding out of the saddle
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Key Points
- 4500 lumens max output
- Battery capacity: 72 watt-hours (vs 48 Wh on MJ-902S)
- Run times: ~1.5 hours on max, 18 hours on Eco (800 lumens), 50 hours on DRL
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Lún HYPER
Wheels
The reviewer discusses the maintenance and bearing replacement of the Lún HYPER D67 wheels, focusing on the hub design, bearing sizes, and the importance of using genuine bearings to avoid fakes. They provide a detailed tutorial on disassembling and reassembling the wheels, highlighting the critical spacer that determines preload.
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Pros
- The hub design allows for relatively straightforward bearing replacement with the right tools.
- The reviewer notes the use of high-quality bearings (NTN) in the wheels.
- The wheels feature a spacer that precisely sets bearing preload, which is crucial for performance.
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Cons
- The spacer in the freehub is flat without a chamfer, making it susceptible to damage if using blind bearing extractors.
- The reviewer warns about counterfeit bearings in the market, which can be difficult to distinguish from genuine ones and have lower quality.
- The reviewer mentions that the freehub body is made of soft aluminum, which can be easily damaged by hard bearings.
Key Points
- The Lún HYPER D67 wheels use 6903 bearings on the disc side (non-drive side) and 6803 bearings on the drive side for the front hub, and similar for the rear hub.
- The freehub contains two 6803 bearings with a critical spacer between them that determines preload.
- The reviewer recommends using full seals (2RS) for longevity and speed.
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Lún HYPER
Wheels
The reviewer discusses the Lún HYPER wheels, specifically the D67 Gen 2 model, highlighting their aerodynamic performance, stiffness, and low weight. He notes they are the fastest wheels he has tested and are ideal for racing and time trials, but he mentions a brake noise issue caused by the spoke configuration and suggests they may be too stiff for everyday use.
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Pros
- Fastest wheels tested in aero protocol
- Low weight: 1515 grams for a 60mm front and 70mm rear
- Stiffness is the highest in the Windspace lineup
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Cons
- Brake noise from disc brakes due to radial spokes on one side and low spoke count on the disc side
- Stiffness may be too high for everyday comfort
- Sensitive to disc brake heat, causing rotor and pad damage on long descents
Key Points
- Rim dimensions: 21mm internal, 28.5mm external
- Front wheel depth: 60mm, rear wheel depth: 68mm
- Spokes: 21, with radial lacing on one side and crossed on the other
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Lún HYPER
Wheels
Superteam S-ALL Carbon Ultra D28-50
Wheels
The reviewer examines the Superteam S-ALL Carbon Ultra D28-50 wheels, noting they are a new premium offering from a long-standing Chinese carbon wheel company. The wheels feature a 52mm depth, carbon bladed spokes, ceramic bearings, and a ratchet system. The reviewer measures weights and rim widths, discusses the UCI approval sticker, warranty, and compares them to other wheels in the $1000 price range.
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Pros
- Lightweight for 52mm depth wheels: 1392g for the pair
- Internal rim width of 21mm and external width of 28-29mm, accommodating wide tires
- Hooked rim design allows use of hooked tires
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Cons
- Wheels do not come with tubeless tape or valves, requiring extra purchase
- UCI approval sticker may not correspond to this specific model; only 50mm depth wheels were found approved
- No detailed specifications on their website
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Key Points
- 52mm rim depth
- 21mm internal rim width
- 28-29mm external rim width
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Lún HYPER
Wheels
The reviewer discusses the new Lún HYPER wheels from Winspace, noting that the company has redesigned them to be even better than the previous version, which was already highly regarded for its performance and value. The reviewer highlights improvements in the carbon weave, spoke material, and hub design, and mentions the aesthetic appeal of the 'Butterfly Effect' carbon layup.
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Pros
- The wheels are very cost-effective compared to mainstream brands.
- The rim redesign has reduced weight, making them competitive.
- The higher flange on the hub improves spoke angle and stiffness.
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Cons
- The reviewer questions the necessity of the weave improvement, as spoke pull-out is not a common issue.
- Carbon spokes may be too harsh on poor road surfaces.
- The wheels are likely stiff, which may not suit rough roads.
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Key Points
- The wheels feature a new carbon weave that adds strength at spoke holes.
- The rim has been redesigned to reduce weight.
- Spokes are made of carbon and are claimed to have superior material.
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Lún GRAPID Gravel
Wheels
The reviewer unboxes and installs the Lún GRAPID Gravel wheels on their gravel bike, then takes them on a first ride. They are impressed with the build quality, weight, and performance on both road and gravel, noting they feel fast and stable. They highlight the value for money compared to other high-end wheels.
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Pros
- Super wide rim (33mm external, 25mm internal) allowing for larger tires and lower pressure
- Lightweight at 1413 grams for a gravel wheelset
- Good build quality with straight matte carbon and minimal decals
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Key Points
- Rim depth: 38mm
- Rim width: 33mm external, 25mm internal
- Weight: 1413 grams ±3%
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Light Bicycle AR465
Wheels
The reviewer, Hambini, evaluates the Light Bicycle AR465 Falcon Pro wheels, noting their unique cross-flow design that changes the trailing edge width rather than radial depth, similar to but distinct from Zipp and Princeton wheels. He praises the build quality, strength, and service from Light Bicycle, but criticizes the hub quality, though he mentions they have since redesigned it based on his feedback.
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Pros
- High-quality carbon rim with good reputation
- Very strong; survived impacts with curbs and cars
- Even spoke tension and low residual imbalance
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Cons
- Hub quality not the best, but redesigned after feedback
- Radial runout of 0.4 mm, slight side-to-side play
- Aerodynamic performance is low due to shallow depth (46.5 mm)
Key Points
- Wheel depth: 46.5 mm
- Width: approximately 29 mm
- Weight: front 610g, rear 722g, system weight around 1300-1400g
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Bike Cycling Shoe Cover Winter Cycling Waterproof Shoe Cover - Cycling Shoe Cover
Shoes
The reviewer briefly mentions the Bike Cycling Shoe Cover Winter | Cycling Waterproof Shoe Cover - Cycling Shoe Cover but does not provide detailed analysis.
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RideNow Race Formula TPU Inner Tube
TubesThe reviewer discusses the RideNow Ultralight TPU inner tubes, highlighting their significant weight reduction compared to standard butyl rubber tubes and their performance benefits.
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Pros
- Weighs less than one third of standard butyl rubber tubes (32g vs. 111g)
- Loses air slower than regular inner tubes
- Slightly more resistant to pinch flats and punctures
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Cons
- More difficult to install
- Requires careful handling to avoid pinching against the rim
- Patch kit didn't work well (had to use standard glueless patches)
Key Points
- TPU material
- Weighs 32g (claimed 36g)
- French valve
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Free Shipping YBN Bike Chain 12 Speed MTB Road Bike Chain Compatible with SRAM SHIMANO Unpacked Bicycle Chain 126 Links Silver
ChainThe reviewer briefly mentions the Ybn Chain 12 Speed Bicycle | Bike Bicycle Chain Ybn | Mtb Road Bike Chain - Shipping but does not provide detailed analysis.
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Enfitnix Navi800 Handlebar Mount
LightsThe reviewer discusses the Navi800 bike light, highlighting its performance and features based on their extensive use over two years.
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Pros
- Compact and bright
- Long-lasting battery
- Totally waterproof
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Cons
- Brightest setting (level 4) can blind oncoming traffic if not angled carefully
Key Points
- Runtime varies by brightness level (details shown on screen)
- Level 2 brightness is typically sufficient for night riding
- Weighs around 25 grams for the pair (titanium alloy version)
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