Full Carbon Mountain Bicycle Handlebars Road Bike Handlebar Stem Curved Handle UD Matte 31.8*400/420/440MM 2020 New Parts
Handlebar
The reviewer discusses installing and testing the EC90 handlebars on their bike. They initially mention putting these bars on to test for flex, then proceed to perform a pressure experiment where they observe significant flex when weight is applied. The reviewer expresses surprise at the amount of flex, noting that it wasn't apparent when the bars were off the bike. Ultimately, they decide not to use these handlebars on their bike, opting instead for Specialized S-Works bars.
AI Summary
Cons
- The handlebars flex significantly under pressure
- The reviewer was surprised by the amount of flex, indicating it was more than expected
- The reviewer decided not to use them on their bike due to the flex
Dengfu FM098 DISC
Frame
The reviewer presents a bicycle built with a frame and wheels from Dengfu, specifically the FM098 model. They state the entire bike, including the carbon frame, wheels, and seat post, was sourced from Dengfu. The bike is described as nice, light, and featuring a large bottom bracket for power transfer. It is equipped with a Shimano 105 groupset (referred to as 'altegra' in the transcript) and is 11-speed. The reviewer notes the frame is ready for Di2 electronic shifting. The owner has done about 1,000 miles with no issues and is very happy with it. The total build cost was just over £2,000.
AI Summary
Pros
- Very light (lighter than the reviewer's TCR)
- Nice and light
- Big bottom bracket for generating power
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Cons
- No specific negative points are raised. The only implied concern is about longevity, mentioned as 'let's see how long it lasts', but this is presented as an open question rather than a reported issue.