All Reviews

The reviewer discusses their experience with a 3D printed saddle purchased from AliExpress for $68. They highlight its comfort, lightweight design, and value for money. The saddle features a carbon shell, 7x9 carbon rails, and a honeycomb pattern for pressure relief. The reviewer compares it favorably to more expensive options like the S Works Mirror saddle, noting its similar comfort at a fraction of the price. They mention setting it up was easy, though tightening the bolt was slightly tricky due to the honeycomb design. The reviewer plans to purchase more of these saddles for other bikes.

The reviewer extensively discusses the Magene Power Meter PES P505 Base 4 Bolt 110 BCD 24mm Cadence Pedal Balance Ant Steel Spindle Crankset Chainring for Shimano Sram throughout the video. They highlight its compatibility with Shimano bottom brackets, 110 BCD chainrings, and 24mm spindle, making it a direct replacement for Shimano cranks. The reviewer emphasizes its value at $300 (with a discount bringing it down to $270), its 1.5% accuracy rating, and its performance compared to higher-end power meters like the Favero Assioma pedals. They also note its IP67 waterproof rating, ANT+ and Bluetooth compatibility, and the inclusion of cadence data. The reviewer tested it against Favero Assioma pedals and found the power readings to be very close, especially when the head unit was positioned correctly.

The reviewer, Hambini, conducts a detailed inspection and review of an ELVES Falath EVO+ frameset. They note it is a 49cm carbon road disc frame, likely made in China, and was anonymously purchased. The overall assessment is mixed, with criticism focused on poor manufacturing quality control, particularly concerning the bottom bracket shell and fork steerer tube. The frame's design and some components receive some praise, but the numerous defects lead to a negative overall conclusion.

The reviewer compares a $68 bootleg 3D printed saddle to a $450 original, noting their similarities and differences. They mention that the bootleg is slightly lighter (197g vs 202g) and looks very similar to the original, with carbon bottoms and rails. However, the bootleg lacks the density changes and specialized body geometry of the original, making it uniformly firm. Despite this, the reviewer is pleasantly surprised by the bootleg's comfort and states they would keep it in rotation, though the original is slightly more comfortable due to its research and technology.

The reviewer discusses their experience with the HYGGE Model S carbon frame, which they purchased from AliExpress and built up from scratch. They highlight the frame's aerodynamic design, integrated handlebar, and fully internal cable routing. The reviewer mentions riding the bike for about 300 km in various conditions, including commuting and gravel riding. They note the frame's lightweight nature, chameleon paint, and carbon fiber weave visible near the bottom bracket. The reviewer also discusses some challenges during the build process, such as sharp edges inside the frame and handlebar, and the lack of grommets for cable entry and exits.

The reviewer mentions the SENSAH Team Pro shifters briefly, stating they enjoy how they shift, describing them as crisp and smooth, similar to Shimano 105 shifters. They note a slightly different mechanism but highlight the value at $80 Canadian for both shifters. The reviewer also mentions that these shifters pair well with the 105 front and rear derailleurs.

The reviewer discusses the COOSPO HW9 Armband Heart Rate Monitor extensively, highlighting its performance, comfort, and accuracy. They mention using it for several months across various activities like running, cycling, rowing, and high-intensity training. The reviewer compares it favorably to other heart rate monitors, noting its optical sensor technology and dual Bluetooth/ANT+ connectivity. They also contrast it with chest strap monitors and wrist-based sensors, praising its stability and reliability during exercise.

The reviewer discusses the COOSPO chest strap heart rate monitor briefly, stating that it works well and is comparable to other brands. They mention it was sent to them for review along with an armband version. The chest strap is described as functional, comfortable, and providing accurate readings with Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity for dual device pairing. However, the review primarily focuses on the armband version rather than providing extensive details about the chest strap.

The reviewer extensively discusses the Magene Power Meter PES P505 Base, highlighting its performance, compatibility, and value. They note that it sits just below the p505 spider bass power meter in terms of technical specifications but closely matches it with a claimed accuracy of plus or minus 1.5 percent. The reviewer praises its easy installation for Shimano Road group sets, 24mm Shimano compatible spindle, and the inclusion of a crankset with five different lengths. They also mention its wireless connectivity (ANT+ and Bluetooth), power, cadence, balance, and pedal smoothness metrics. The reviewer tested it over two months and found the data to be very good, exceeding expectations for a budget power meter. They highlight its price and 24mm spindle as killer features, making it a great option for first-time power meter users or those looking for an affordable upgrade.

The reviewer discusses the Elitewheels carbon wheels as part of their bike build, expressing high satisfaction with them. They mention the wheels are 25mm wide with a 50mm deep aero profile, extremely lightweight at 1.6 kilos combined, and cost £275 for the pair. The wheels have performed well over 3,000 miles, including long-distance rides like Essex to London to Paris and the Hundred Mile Ride London route, without any issues.

The reviewer discusses the TOSEEK Full Carbon Fibre Bicycle Road Handlebar Integrated UD Matte/Gloss Bike Handlebar stem 90/100/110/120mm Cycling Bent Bar as part of their bike build. They mention purchasing it for 46 pounds and highlight its integrated stem with internal cable routing channels. The reviewer chose the 400mm wide bars with a 100mm long stem, based on personal comfort preferences. They note significant challenges with cable routing due to small holes in the bars, which required filing to accommodate thicker compressionless housings. The reviewer also mentions that the internal cable routing caused excessive bends in the cable housings, leading to shifting and braking issues, and describes the installation process as a 'nightmare' they wouldn't want to repeat.

The reviewer discusses the ZRACE BR-005 Cable Actuated Hydraulic Disc Brake as part of their bike build. They mention that these brakes are cable-actuated hydraulic disc calipers, meaning they are controlled by a cable but have a small oil reservoir inside that triggers the pistons. The reviewer notes that this wouldn't be their first choice of brake setup now, but at the time of building the bike, fully hydraulic drop shifters and brakes weren't available on a budget. They highlight that the brakes have performed well overall, with no issues during emergency stops, though they acknowledge that fully hydraulic brakes would still be better.

The reviewer discusses the ZRACE 2x crankset they purchased from AliExpress for £54. They mention that the chainrings are milled from a single piece of aluminum, which eliminates concerns about screws or bolts coming loose. The only issue encountered was the missing preload screw, which the reviewer suspects may have been their own oversight during assembly rather than a fault with the product. Overall, they report very few issues with the crankset after 3,000 miles of use.