All Reviews

The reviewer discusses the RideNow Ultralight inner tubes extensively, highlighting their lightweight TPU material, affordability compared to competitors, and performance. They mention using these tubes across various bike setups, including road, gravel, and mountain bikes, and note the updated black valves as an improvement over earlier transparent versions. The reviewer compares these tubes to butyl, latex, and tubeless setups, emphasizing weight savings and space efficiency for saddle bags.

The reviewer shares his 4-5 year experience with the Dengfu R01 Ultralight frame, covering the ordering process, a detailed physical inspection, weight measurement, and a CT scan analysis of the carbon layup and potential voids.

The reviewer shares his 4-5 year experience with the Dengfu R01 frame, having ridden it for roughly 25,000 kilometers. He discusses the ordering process, frame features, and performs a detailed CT scan analysis to examine the carbon layup and voids. Overall, he reports no major complications during use but notes some quality concerns in the CT scan, particularly in the bottom bracket area.

The reviewer discusses their experience with the ELITEWHEELS SLT Road Carbon Wheels, which they purchased from AliExpress. They mention the wheels took longer to arrive due to factory closures in China and shipping route changes. The reviewer highlights the wheels' features, including their depth (82mm on the back, 60mm on the front), ceramic bearings, and brake track design. They upgraded the spokes to save weight and chose black decals for aesthetics. The reviewer notes the wheels feel fast in tailwinds and stable in crosswinds, though they express concerns about the durability of the ceramic bearings and the need for potential replacement with steel bearings. They also mention the wheels are wide (25mm) and aerodynamic, with a good brake track design for wet conditions.

The reviewer describes the YOELEO R12 DB Disc Brake Frameset as a carbon fiber aero race bike purchased directly from China, noting its competitive pricing, attractive design, smooth ride quality on rough roads, and good speed performance, though it lacks some stiffness compared to premium brands.

The reviewer discusses their TanTan GR044 gravel bike frame, which they have used for building a travel bike. They mention it has mounts for racks, has been used on tours with heavy luggage, and they are very satisfied with its performance. They also note they had it custom painted in Germany.

The reviewer mentions the Dengfu R06 DISC as their time trial bike, which they have been using for five years. They purchased the frame from China and had it custom painted in Germany. They use it primarily in summer for training and racing.

The reviewer, Patrick, provides a detailed review of the VeloBuild R-177 frameset. He praises its lightweight construction, affordable price, and overall quality, noting that it offers good value for budget-conscious cyclists. He mentions minor issues with the included wheels (heavy) and headset play, but overall recommends the frameset as a great option for training or endurance riding.

The reviewer discusses the Costelo Carbon Pedals extensively, comparing them to the original Time Espresso 12 pedals. They note the Costelo pedals are knockoffs with similar design and materials but significant cost-cutting measures. The pedals feature a titanium axle, carbon composite body, and carbon spring mechanism, weighing 152g (slightly lighter than the Time's 154g). The reviewer initially found them impressive for the price but discovered several quality compromises upon closer inspection.

The reviewer discusses the JAVA VESUVIO bike after six months of use, highlighting its value for money due to carbon components but noting issues with brakes, weight, and crank. They detail upgrades made to improve performance.

The reviewer, Zach, discusses his Java Vesuvio road bike, which he purchased for its low entry price point and non-budget appearance. He notes that the bike has a heavy frame (9.5 kg) but is very stiff, especially in the bottom bracket area. The bike is equipped with a full 105 groupset, hydraulic disc brakes, an integrated carbon handlebar, and a power meter. Zach mentions that the bike performs well on flats but is not ideal for climbing, and he appreciates that it often gets mistaken for a much more expensive bike like a BMC Time Machine. He also highlights that the bike offers modern features at a competitive price, making it a good option for entry-level cyclists.

The reviewer, Hambini, evaluates the ICAN Cycling A22 AERO Disc Road Frame and finds it remarkably good for its price. He praises the machining and facing of the bottom bracket and disc brake mounts, the knurled seatpost clamp, the clean internal finish, and the overall attention to detail. He notes minor paint imperfections but considers them negligible. The frame is compared favorably to a Giant TCR, which had internal defects.

The reviewer discusses the VeloBuild R-177 frame set, highlighting its lightweight construction, custom paint, and value for money. He praises the company's transparency, including providing EPS latex molding samples and a cut-up frame to demonstrate internal smoothness. The frame is intended for a dual-purpose lightweight travel and cyclocross bike.