All Reviews

The Yoeleo Altera G21 DB frame is praised for its high-quality paint job, excellent packaging, and thoughtful details like internal storage and a round seatpost. The reviewer notes it feels like a frame over twice its price, with a weight of 1.33 kg (without accessories) and a complete build weight of 8.78 kg. The frame offers ample tire clearance and is built for durability, though the weight is not groundbreaking. The reviewer plans to race on it in major gravel events.

The reviewer discusses the Ravemen FR1500 front bike light, highlighting its design, mounting flexibility, and performance. They note it is a significant upgrade from previous models, offering 1500 lumens, multiple brightness levels, and a long-lasting battery. The reviewer appreciates the optical system, side illumination, and smart features like auto on/off and USB-C reverse charging. They mention the lack of a wireless remote as a minor drawback but overall praise the build quality and integration.

The reviewer discusses the QuickPro GR1 gravel bike frame, which he plans to convert into a road bike by fitting wider tires. He praises its high-end carbon fiber construction, aerodynamic design, and versatility, and notes that the larger diameter wheels from wider tires could provide higher top-end speeds, which suits his flat South Florida terrain.

The reviewer introduces the Winspace HYPER 2 Riser Handlebar as a new integrated handlebar with a positive 11° angle, similar to the Colnago Y1RS. He praises its build quality, aerodynamic design, and comfort, noting it is suitable for many cyclists. He details its specifications, compatibility, and price, and highly recommends it.

The reviewer discusses the Thinvik 23g Ultralight Bicycle Handlebar Tape, noting that it is very lightweight (50 grams for both rolls) compared to standard cork tape (135 grams). They mention that although it is half the thickness, it has been durable and grippy during a couple of weeks of use, especially with gloves. The tape comes with two types of bar end plugs and decent finishing tape.

The reviewer discusses the Road Bike Disc Brake 160mm Adapter as a lightweight upgrade. He notes that the standard aluminum adapters weigh 23g for the pair, while these skeletonized purple ones weigh only 10g, saving 13g. He describes them as a cool little upgrade that adds personality to the bike, and mentions they are super easy to fit and available in different colors.

The reviewer discusses a Centerlock to 6-bolt adapter, highlighting it as a lightweight alternative to standard adapters. It is made of aluminum, skeletonized, and weighs 16 grams each, saving 30 grams over both wheels compared to a standard 31-gram adapter. The adapter costs 14 quid for a pair and comes in funky colors. However, the reviewer notes that it lacks the small metal discs found on standard lock nuts, and the ridges on the backside may scrape carbon off the rotor surface.

The reviewer discusses a full carbon saddle from Plselis, highlighting its extremely low weight of 53 grams and its durability over 500 km of riding. They note that while it is comfortable for rides up to about 2 hours, it may not be suitable for longer distances. The saddle has a rider weight limit of 85 kg, and the reviewer mentions some imperfections in the carbon rails.

The reviewer discusses the ULLICYC Carbon Fiber Road Cycling Saddle, noting its extremely light weight of 53 grams and full carbon construction. They mention that despite initial expectations of it breaking, it has been ridden for over 500 km without issues. The saddle has some flex, making it comfortable for rides up to about 2 hours, but for longer rides like a 4-hour London to Brighton, it reaches the limit. The reviewer notes a rider weight limit of 85 kg and mentions some imperfections in the carbon rails, with voids and rough patches, which are not confidence-inspiring. They also compare it to a similar saddle from another brand, which they consider more solid and cheaper.

The reviewer discusses the KOCEVLO Carbon Fibre Bike Disc Brake Rotor Ultralight 75g 140/160/180MM 6 Bolts MTB Road Bicycle Brake Rotor Parts, noting that they are lightweight disc rotors with a six-bolt interface. They mention that these rotors are similar in design to more expensive boutique rotors from Carbon TI but are much cheaper. The reviewer highlights that the rotors have a decent steel brake track, internal carbon spider, and steel rivets, which is a bonus. They weigh 89g each for a 160mm rotor, which is lighter than Shimano Ice Tech rotors. The reviewer recommends pairing them with lightweight adapters for significant weight savings. They have been using the rotors for nearly a year and have found them to be consistent and reliable.

The reviewer discusses the TTPRO ultralight bicycle disc brake rotors, highlighting their carbon fiber spider and steel brake track design. They are lightweight at 89g for a 160mm rotor and are priced at £20 each. The reviewer notes that they are similar to more expensive Carbon TI rotors and have performed well over nearly a year of use.

The reviewer discusses the RACEWORK carbon fiber disc brake rotors, noting they are similar to more expensive Carbon TI rotors but much cheaper. They highlight the construction with a steel brake track, carbon spider, and steel rivets, and mention the weight of 89g for a 160mm rotor. The reviewer prefers these over lighter rotors because the brake track is more substantial, reducing heat buildup and brake fade on descents. They also note that the rotors are six-bolt and require adapters for center lock wheels, and they recommend pairing them with lightweight adapters for weight savings.

The reviewer discusses the VOOK Veposs RS600 Tyres, describing them as standard clinchers with a 330 TPI casing, which is comparable to some of the best tires on the market. They are praised for being supple, fast, having decent puncture protection, and being grippy. The reviewer highlights their light weight of just over 220g each and the exceptional value at 33 pounds for a pair. They note that these tires could save close to 150g compared to entry-level options like the Conti Ultra Sport 3s, and emphasize that this is rotating mass, making it a noticeable upgrade. While not claiming they compete directly with premium tires like GP5000s, the reviewer is genuinely impressed after riding them and highly recommends them for those with a 30-pound budget.

The reviewer briefly mentions the Thinvik Road Bike Tires 700X25/28C as part of a segment on lightweight upgrades from AliExpress. He notes that tire choice can significantly affect weight and rotating mass, and highlights these tires as an example of lightweight options available. However, he does not provide a detailed review of these specific tires, instead focusing on other products in the video.

The reviewer discusses the DFS Carbon Thru Axle, noting it as a legitimate carbon through axle upgrade. They mention that while the initial quality appears rough with pitting and gaps, the axles have performed faultlessly over 500-600 km of riding. They highlight the modular head system as a key feature, allowing compatibility with different bike standards. The reviewer also notes the weight is significantly lower than aluminum axles (25g for the pair vs 66g for the pair they replaced), but the price is not a massive bargain. They express concerns about the glued hex insert potentially failing over time.