All Reviews

The reviewer discusses the RIDERACE T-handle hex key set as the final and most expensive product in the video. They highlight its utility for accessing hard-to-reach bolts on a bike, its good quality impression, and the comprehensive range of sizes.

The reviewer describes the chain wear indicator as a simple tool to measure chain wear by inserting it into the chain. They state it is the cheapest item in the video and recommend it as a way to avoid unnecessary chain replacements.

The reviewer briefly mentions the TOPUMP TB2 PRO Mini Portable Electric Pump for Bike Cordless Tire Inflator 120PSI Max 450mAh Battery with Screen Fast Charging but does not provide detailed analysis.

The reviewer unboxes and sets up a smart trainer they refer to as 'the X2 smart trainer from Think Rider'. They describe it as a direct mount trainer, note its weight, and detail the included accessories like a freehub body, end caps for quick release and through axle, and a disc brake spacer. They demonstrate attaching it to both a through axle and a quick release bike, praising the ease of switching between standards. They mention the price, compare it favorably to more expensive brands, and state they will provide a more in-depth review later.

The reviewer discusses a chainring they purchased from AliExpress for £23. They describe it as a very beautiful, one-piece aluminum CNC chainring. They state it is of very good quality, will last for ages, and will not break, not work, or wear down quickly. They mention they have used similar chainrings from AliExpress before and are satisfied. The only issue mentioned is that they cannot install it yet because they are waiting for the crankset to arrive from a UK stockist.

The reviewer discusses a set of CSC carbon wheels purchased from AliExpress for 360€. They provide a first-impression review after a 65km ride. The reviewer is impressed with the quality, build, ride quality, stiffness, and rolling performance. They note the wheels are significantly lighter than their previous aluminum DT Swiss wheels, making the ride more enjoyable. The only negative mentioned is difficulty mounting a Continental GP5000 tire. The reviewer considers them a great value for budget-conscious hobby cyclists.

The reviewer discusses the WUZEI Road Bike Carbon Crank (referred to as a 'fancy titanium crank set') in the context of testing cheap carbon cranksets. They highlight its titanium axle as a key improvement for strength and fatigue resistance, but detail significant installation and shifting issues encountered.

The reviewer discusses a VeloBuild carbon fiber gravel bike frame they purchased. They chose it over other options like the Icon GRO due to its 50mm tire clearance, aero seatpost, UDH compatibility, and low price of around $700 including handlebars and delivery. They praise the build quality, the UD raw carbon glossy paint that fades to black, and the ceramic T47 bottom bracket. The frame is described as not the lightest (around 1200g for size 52) but still light, and it forms the core of a complete bike build that weighs 7.7kg and costs under $3,000.

The reviewer tests the SENSAH Team Pro shifters to convert an 11-speed Shimano 105 rim brake groupset to 12-speed. They state the shifters are designed to work with the pull ratio of 11-speed Shimano rear derailleurs and a 12-speed cassette. They find the shifting performance to be excellent, with crisp, tactile, and perfectly indexed shifts. The shifters are lighter than Shimano 105, have a carbon blade, and feature premium, grippy hood rubbers comparable to Shimano. The braking feel is on par with Shimano. However, the reviewer criticizes the SRAM DoubleTap-style shifting mechanism, finding it less intuitive than Shimano's system and noting it can sometimes cause accidental brake actuation during shifts. They conclude the product is an excellent solution for building a budget 12-speed rim brake bike or upgrading older bikes, but see little point in upgrading from a fully functional 11-speed groupset just for 12-speed.