All Reviews

The reviewer presents the Elves Falath EVO+ as his next bike, an aerodynamic carbon frame from the Chinese brand Elves. He details the unboxing, frame finish, geometry concerns, components, build choices, and initial ride impressions, noting it is stiff, fast, comfortable, and very affordable, while mentioning a minor aerodynamic gap between the rear wheel and seat tube.

The reviewer mentions they are currently running Schwalbe G-One Allround tires in 40mm size on their gravel bike. They note there is plenty of clearance in both the fork and rear seat stays, suggesting the frame could accommodate larger tires up to 45mm or even 50mm if desired. The tires are part of a tubeless setup that the reviewer switched back to after issues with TPU inner tubes.

The reviewer discusses the RYET 3D printed saddle as one of the components that exceeded their expectations. They highlight its comfort and quality, noting it provides great comfort on long rides. The saddle is described as a great addition to a gravel bike due to its performance and value.

The reviewer discusses their experience with the RideNow TPU inner tubes, which they initially wanted to like due to their small size, affordability, and lightweight nature. However, they encountered performance issues, with both tubes developing slow leaks after relatively short distances (200 km for the first and 300 km for the second). This led them to abandon the tubes in favor of tubeless setups.

The reviewer discusses their experience with a ZTTO monoblock cassette, which appears to be the ZTTO Ultimate 11/12 Speed Road Bike Cassette, though the exact model name isn't explicitly stated. They mention purchasing it for £66 and highlight its lightweight design at 200g, comparable to Shimano Dura-Ace. The cassette initially shifted well but wore out after approximately 2,500 miles, with the eighth gear becoming completely unusable. The reviewer conducted a hardness test comparing it to Shimano cassettes, finding the ZTTO's steel hardness relatively good but less uniform in hardening. They note the cassette has a basic black oxide coating rather than the more durable nickel plating found on Shimano products. The reviewer replaced it with a newer ZTTO SLR Gen 3 model but expects even lower durability due to aluminum teeth on the smaller cogs.

The reviewer discusses the ZTTO SLR Gen3 11speed Road Bike Cassette as a replacement for their worn-out monoblock steel cassette. They mention it is incredibly lightweight at just 122g and is the latest generation from ZTTO, referred to as the SLR Gen3. However, they express concerns about its durability, particularly due to the aluminum teeth on the first three sets, which they expect to wear out quickly. They plan to test it and provide updates on its performance.

The reviewer discusses the ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels ENT 2.0 extensively, highlighting their performance, upgrades from the original ENT model, and overall value. They mention riding over 1,500 km with these wheels and note significant improvements in ride smoothness, responsiveness, and durability. The reviewer also touches on the affordability of these wheels compared to premium brands like ZIP, and praises the customer service and quality control of Elite Wheels.

The reviewer presents the Avian CR5 DB carbon wheels as excellently made, high-quality wheels with a surprisingly low price. He received the 55mm depth version and praises their construction, carbon fiber quality, and overall performance. He notes they are UCI certified, feature a drilled internal channel for easy maintenance, and come with ceramic bearings and a 36-engagement hub. While the actual weight is slightly higher than claimed, he still considers it low for the 55mm version. He highly recommends them, emphasizing their value and the company's good customer service.

The reviewer discusses the ICAN FL II Max wheels, noting they are a new series of road wheels from ICAN. He highlights their lightweight construction, quality components, and hand-built nature. He mentions his positive experience with previous ICAN wheels and expresses confidence in the new FL Max series, stating they should provide a great riding experience.

The reviewer conducts a comprehensive quality control inspection of the ICAN FL II Max 38 wheels, checking trueness, roundness, rim centering, spoke length, tension, twist, stress relief, and tire mounting. The wheels receive high marks across all tests, earning straight A's on the report card. The reviewer concludes that they are a great set of climbing wheels, light at just over 1,300 grams, and part of a versatile series with affordable pricing.

The reviewer discusses the iGPSPORT BSC300T cycling computer, highlighting its budget-friendly price, features, and performance. He praises its value, ease of use, and suitability for tracking cycling data, and shares his positive experience with the product.

The HUALONG Carbon Side Load Bicycle Water Bottle Cage is discussed as a side-loading option that positively surprised the reviewer. They mention it is quite astonishing, with a nice fit for bottles, a sturdy and high-quality feel, and an attractive appearance with a little blue logo on the edge. It comes with black stainless steel screws and a little tool for installation. The reviewer notes it is almost half the weight of the center-loading version from the same brand, weighing only 21g, which justifies its higher price. However, it is almost twice the price of the center-loading version, costing €12.43. The reviewer recommends it for specific needs like bike packing bags under the top tube.