ZTTO Ultimate 11/12 Speed Road Bike Cassette 11s 12s 11-28/30/32/34/36T ULT Sprocket Freewheel 112g~141g Road Gravel K7 HG
Cassette
The reviewer discusses the ZTTO Ultimate cassette as part of the evolution of lightweight, colorful cassettes available on AliExpress. They highlight its vibrant anodized colors, lightweight construction, and significant cost savings compared to its initial release price.
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Pros
- Incredibly cool look with super vibrant anodized colors
- Very lightweight (117g for the 11-28T 11-speed model)
- Significantly cheaper than when this type of cassette first came out (cost them £61)
Cons
- Durability is a trade-off, especially for riders in hilly areas who use the aluminum climbing gears a lot (may only get 1500 miles)
- Shifting quality is not quite as smooth as an official Shimano Hyperglide cassette
- Can be a little bit noisier
FARSPORTS F1s Handlebar
Handlebar
The reviewer mentions acquiring the FARSPORTS F1s Handlebar as part of a bundle deal when purchasing wheels, noting its weight and aesthetic contribution to a more aggressive, race-like look.
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Pros
- Significant weight saving compared to the stock cockpit (46g saved)
- Contributes to a more aerodynamic riding position
- Allows for fully internal cable routing
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CHAOYANG ARISUN R1 700x25c/700x28c Puncture-proof Folding Tire 330TPI for Road Bicycle Competition Racing Bike Cycling Parts
TiresThe reviewer briefly mentions the CHAOYANG ARISUN R1 700x25c/700x28c Puncture-proof Folding Tire 330TPI for Road Bicycle Competition Racing Bike Cycling Parts but does not provide detailed analysis.
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Pros
- Higher TPI (330) than the stock tires for potentially less rolling resistance
- Lighter weight (225g) than the stock tires (260g)
- Larger size (28c) than stock (26c) for more comfort and modernity
RideNow TPU Bike Inner Tube 700C X18 23 25 28 32 35 37 40C MTB Gravel Ultralight Bicycle Tire 26 /27.5 /29 Inch with Patch Kit
TubesThe reviewer mentions the RideNow TPU tubes as part of a tire and tube upgrade, stating they are significantly lighter than the original Specialized inner tubes and contribute to reduced rolling resistance.
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Pros
- Saved 56g of weight per wheel compared to original tubes
- Reduced rolling resistance
FARSPORTS 2025 New S Series
WheelsThe reviewer briefly mentions the FARSPORTS 2025 New S Series but does not provide detailed analysis.
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Pros
- They mention the wheels look proportionally perfect on the bike
CYCLAMI CYC 1000 Lumens GoPro Hanging Bike Head Light Ultra Bright Wireless Remote Front Lamp MTB Road Cycle Black Pro Headlight
LightsNever ran out of battery so far. My commute is 1 hour so the battery life is at least 3 hours. I am pretty good about charging it so unfortunately nothing better to show. I usually keep it on medium
CYCLAMI CYC 1000 Lumens GoPro Hanging Bike Head Light Ultra Bright Wireless Remote Front Lamp MTB Road Cycle Black Pro Headlight
LightsI have the cyc1200. It’s excellent, don’t really have too many comments. It’s borderline too bright on max brightness, as I have trouble seeing anything outside the beam due to the contrast
Rrskit Battery Charger Adapter For Shimano 12-Speed Di2 Groupsets Dura-Ace R9200/Ultegra R8100/105 R7100 Electronic Shifting
Other DevicesReceived the 12s Di2 charger that was discussed many pages back when it was a mixed bag quality. This one is branded RRSKit. Looks like a serious factory has taken up this design: no more 3d printing, the casing is cast from ABS plastic, all contacts and ports look solid. Works perfect both with a mains charger and my power bank. Definitely recommend.
ZTTO Nabe Steckachse QR Adapter Alle GröÃen Boost 9mm 10mm Schnellspanner 15mm 12mm 20mm 100x15 100x12 100x9 20x110 MTB Fahrrad Rad
Hubs & AxlesInstead of the very expensive conversion kit from Fulcrum, I used that to make my front wheel be QR
Magene PES P515 Power Meter Set 4 Bolt 110BCD 24mm Cadence Pedal Balance Ant Steel Spindle Crankset Chainring for Shimano Sram
PowermeterMagene P515 : a nice powermeter, works well on my Wahoo Bolt and my Coros Pace. 250€ with coupons
MEROCA Bicycle Four link Shock Stem 31.8*90MM Aluminum alloy XC Grave Road Mountain Bike Risers Suspension Stems
StemMeroca Susp Stem : Very nice stem for gravel. I have no comparison, but I like it a lot. You can chose the stiffness thanks to 4 different springs. I used the second stiffest one (85kg rider)
eeSilk Seatpost Alloy 27.2MM Plate Road Mountain Bike Cushioned Rod Seat Tube
SeatpostI ended up getting one of the original eeSilk seatposts (not the eeSilk+) for ~$48usd recently. I compared it really closely to the photos on Cane Creek's website, and while it's missing the Cane Creek branding on the seatpost itself, it does have the logo on the elastomer part, and says 'eeSilk' on the side. As far as I can tell it's an exact copy of the now discontinued 'base model' aluminum version. Have about 300km of use on it, and I love it so far, zero noise, zero creaks - it just works. Weighs exactly what the original says it does in the marketing materials. Apparently once upon a time these shipped with 3 different elastomers so you could tune the ride yourself, although Cane Creek's own website says in some places that the additional elastomers only come with the carbon version. One thing even the alloy version is supposed to come with (but the AliExpress copy didn't) was the special rebuild tool you're supposed to use to drive the axles out and back in for lubrication and servicing. I'm fairly certain I can bodge a way to sort that out on my own when the time comes, though.
ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels ENT 2.0 Disc Brake 700c Carbon Rim Center Lock Road Bike Wheelset UCI Quality Road Racing Wheelset
Wheels
The reviewer states that upgrading to the ELITEWHEELS ENT 2.0 was their single favorite upgrade, making the bike lighter, more comfortable, more aero, faster, and better looking.
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Pros
- Made the bike lighter
- Improved ride comfort by absorbing road vibrations
- Made the bike more aero and faster due to the 50mm depth
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Cons
- Not essential
- Not needed for a beginner
- Definitely not cheap
Magicshine SEEMEE 200 Rechargeable Bike Tail Lights,360° Visibility Bicycle Lights, Smart Brake Sensor Rear Bike Lights for Road
LightsThe reviewer briefly mentions the Magicshine SEEMEE 200 Rechargeable Bike Tail Lights,360° Visibility Bicycle Lights, Smart Brake Sensor Rear Bike Lights for Road but does not provide detailed analysis.
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Pros
- Super bright at 200 lumens
IGPSPORT BSC100S Computer IGS Bicycle Computer BLE ANT 2.6 Inch Waterproof Wireless Bike Stopwatch MTB Road Cycling Computer
Bike-ComputersThe reviewer states that the IGPSPORT BSC100S is a highly reviewed, budget-friendly alternative to expensive computers like the Garmin Edge 840. They praise its value, clear display, quick GPS lock, long battery life, and Strava sync.
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Pros
- Significantly better value than premium brands like Garmin
- Clear and easy-to-read display even in bright sunlight
- GPS locks on quickly
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