All Reviews

The reviewer discusses the UNO Ultralight stem as a popular AliExpress item, noting it is a standard aluminum stem for 31.8mm handlebars and 1 1/8 inch steerer. They mention it is fairly light at 149g for a -7 degree, 110mm version and costs only £11.77. The stem is recommended for experimenting with bike fit or for hill climb builds due to its low cost and reasonable weight.

The reviewer mentions that the WEST BIKING top tube bag is a good, cheap luggage option from AliExpress, working just as well as western brands. It costs £12 and has subtle branding.

The reviewer mentions ZTTO pulley wheels with proper bearings that spin more smoothly than standard plastic ones on Shimano Altegra derailleurs. They are not expected to add much speed but look cool and come in funky colors. The cost was £2.25 each, considered a real bargain.

The reviewer tested the TUKUS Bluefin Turbo-SR carbon wheels over a month, covering many miles in training and racing. They found the wheels perform well and are stable in crosswinds, but noted some drawbacks related to comfort, non-captive spokes, and price. The aesthetics are polarizing, and the reviewer suggests a version 2 could address the issues.

The reviewer bought Superteam 700C Disc Brake Carbon Wheelset from AliExpress for about $250 (after discount) and tested them extensively over 7,000-8,000 km. They find the wheels to be very good value for money, with solid performance for the price, but note several compromises including weight, spoke tension consistency, narrow internal width, and difficult-to-remove UCI stickers.

The reviewer is impressed with the iGPSPORT BSC500, highlighting its competitive price point of $150, screen quality, navigation response, and feature set that rivals top-tier units from Garmin and Wahoo. They note the company is relatively new (12-13 years old) but growing fast, with Chris Froome as a global ambassador. The unboxing shows a 3.3-inch touchscreen, bright display, customizable screens, and easy route loading via the app. The reviewer considers it a high-value, 90% solution that disrupts the market.

The reviewer tests the CYCPLUS A2 Air Compressor among other budget electric inflators. They note it has a digital pressure gauge, comes with a waterproof bag, and has a smooth rounded form factor. It performed well in tests: 49 seconds to inflate a 30mm tire to 50 PSI, 92 dB noise level, accurate pressure reading, and weighs about 10g more than the closest competitor. The reviewer considers it the winner of the group test, praising its speed, quietness, accuracy, ergonomics, and value.

The reviewer tests five budget electric inflator pumps from AliExpress, including the TOPUMP TB2 PRO. They find it to be the overall winner, praising its speed, accuracy, quietness, ergonomics, and included waterproof bag. It inflates a tire from 0 to 50 PSI in 49 seconds (3 seconds slower than the fastest), is the most accurate (matches app reading), and operates at 92 dB (quieter than most). The reviewer notes that the display and controls are on the opposite side of the valve, requiring a different holding orientation, but considers this a minor adaptation. They recommend it as a reliable alternative to expensive brands.

The reviewer tests five electric inflator pumps from AliExpress, including the anoutway AT1 Pro. They find the anoutway AT1 Pro to be the best overall, noting its good speed, quietness, accuracy, ergonomics, form factor, included waterproof bag, and accessories. It is compared favorably to more expensive pumps and is recommended as the winner of the group test.

The reviewer mentions the AIRBANK AS100 as the smallest and lightest pump in the test, and also the quietest. However, it lacks a pressure gauge, has a nozzle that sticks out, and is the slowest to reach 50 PSI. The reviewer suggests it might be worth considering for racing if you want something small and light and are not in a rush.

The reviewer mentions the COOSPO AP-B1 Mini Electric Air Pump as one of the five pumps tested, but does not provide specific details about it. The pump is not highlighted as a standout or winner; the reviewer focuses on other pumps as the top recommendations.

The reviewer tests the CYCLAMI HW125 among other mini pumps. It is noted as the top pump in the group test, being the fastest to inflate, quiet, accurate, with good ergonomics and form factor, and includes a waterproof bag and accessories. It compares well to more expensive brands.

The reviewer praises the iGPSPORT BSC500 for its large 3.3-inch color touchscreen, offline maps, voice navigation, climbing profile, and long battery life. They highlight its ease of use, responsiveness, and robust build, calling it a top option for most cyclists.

The reviewer provides a long-term analysis of the Elitewheels Drive II wheelset, noting significant improvements over the first generation. They highlight the new mixed-depth option (deeper front, shallower rear) and praise the wheels for their low spoke tension drop after tire installation, well-greased internals, and overall durability through a British winter. However, they mention issues such as high tire mounting difficulty, a twisted spoke despite QC claims, loud freehub, and lack of micro spline freehub option.

The reviewer purchased the GEOID PM500 power meter set from AliExpress for about £165. It is a crank set with a direct mount spider power meter, not including a chainring. The reviewer finds it affordable, easy to install, and aesthetically pleasing. They tested it and confirmed it pairs with devices and provides power readings.