All Reviews

The reviewer discusses the Lún MEGA D45 wheelset, a carbon fiber wheelset with a one-piece design but replaceable Halo spokes. He praises its innovative design, stiffness, and the ability to replace spokes, which is a unique feature compared to other one-piece wheels. He notes the price of $2600 and compares it to other high-end wheels, considering it a good entry-level option for one-piece wheels. He also mentions the wheels are sent for free for review and plans a follow-up review after riding.

The reviewer tests the CYCPLUS AS2 Tiny E-Pump (Cube) and concludes it is brilliant, performing exactly as claimed. He finds it can inflate a 25c road tire to 60 PSI twice, a 35c gravel tire to 50 PSI twice, and an old clincher tire to over 100 PSI (107 PSI initially, then 105 PSI). He states it will go on every bike ride and considers it better than CO2 and mini pumps, though he notes it is more expensive than CO2 in the long run and requires charging.

The reviewer discusses a Trifox X18 frame where the front derailleur hanger came loose after about 300 miles due to rivets failing. He contacted Trifox, who acknowledged the issue as rare and offered to cover repair costs. The reviewer identifies cost-cutting as the likely cause—the hanger was riveted over paint without epoxy bonding, unlike most manufacturers. He repairs it himself with epoxy and rivets, noting the fix is straightforward but requires time and tools. He mentions owning another Trifox frame with the same hanger design that has remained solid over 5,000–6,000 miles, but due to this and past issues with Trifox products, he is hesitant to recommend or try their frames again.

The reviewer discusses the COOSPO HW9 Armband Heart Rate Monitor extensively, highlighting its performance, comfort, and accuracy. They mention using it for several months across various activities like running, cycling, rowing, and high-intensity training. The reviewer compares it favorably to other heart rate monitors, noting its optical sensor technology and dual Bluetooth/ANT+ connectivity. They also contrast it with chest strap monitors and wrist-based sensors, praising its stability and reliability during exercise.

The reviewer discusses the COOSPO chest strap heart rate monitor briefly, stating that it works well and is comparable to other brands. They mention it was sent to them for review along with an armband version. The chest strap is described as functional, comfortable, and providing accurate readings with Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity for dual device pairing. However, the review primarily focuses on the armband version rather than providing extensive details about the chest strap.

The reviewer provides a detailed overview of the Magicshine MONTEER 8000S V2.0 bike light, highlighting its specifications, controls, and performance in various modes. He demonstrates the light's operation, including the remote control, and shows its brightness in outdoor conditions.

The reviewer discusses the LTWOO V3 eRX eR9 electronic groupset based on experiences from three YouTubers (China Cycling, GC Performance, and Trace Fellow). They note that when it works, the groupset performs well with good shifting, braking, and ergonomics, but all three reviewers experienced reliability issues including waterproofing problems, battery connection failures, and front derailleur malfunctions. The reviewer cannot recommend it for everyday consumers due to these reliability concerns.

The reviewer provides first impressions of the LTWOO eRX electronic groupset, highlighting its competitive pricing compared to Shimano 105 Di2, good shifting performance, ergonomic levers, and hydraulic disc brakes, while noting some drawbacks such as bulky front derailleur and lack of complete groupset components.

The reviewer initially had quality control issues with the CRW Works CS Series Road Disc Brake Wheelset, including loose front axles and overly tight rear disc lock ring threads. After fixing these issues, he conducted aerodynamic testing and found the wheels to be the fastest he has tested, with good stability. He recommends the wheels, noting that the company has addressed the QC problems, but suggests improvements like including spare spokes and better wheel bags.

The reviewer discusses the Lún HYPER D45 Wind Space wheels, highlighting their exceptional stiffness and lightweight design for climbing and performance, but notes they are highly specialized and require wide, supple tires at low pressure for comfort. After a week of riding, the reviewer finds them fantastic for performance but not ideal for training due to harshness with 25mm tires.

The reviewer discusses the Elitewheels carbon wheels as part of their bike build, expressing high satisfaction with them. They mention the wheels are 25mm wide with a 50mm deep aero profile, extremely lightweight at 1.6 kilos combined, and cost £275 for the pair. The wheels have performed well over 3,000 miles, including long-distance rides like Essex to London to Paris and the Hundred Mile Ride London route, without any issues.

The reviewer discusses the ZRACE 2x crankset they purchased from AliExpress for £54. They mention that the chainrings are milled from a single piece of aluminum, which eliminates concerns about screws or bolts coming loose. The only issue encountered was the missing preload screw, which the reviewer suspects may have been their own oversight during assembly rather than a fault with the product. Overall, they report very few issues with the crankset after 3,000 miles of use.

The reviewer discusses the ZRACE BR-005 Cable Actuated Hydraulic Disc Brake as part of their bike build. They mention that these brakes are cable-actuated hydraulic disc calipers, meaning they are controlled by a cable but have a small oil reservoir inside that triggers the pistons. The reviewer notes that this wouldn't be their first choice of brake setup now, but at the time of building the bike, fully hydraulic drop shifters and brakes weren't available on a budget. They highlight that the brakes have performed well overall, with no issues during emergency stops, though they acknowledge that fully hydraulic brakes would still be better.

The reviewer discusses the TOSEEK Full Carbon Fibre Bicycle Road Handlebar Integrated UD Matte/Gloss Bike Handlebar stem 90/100/110/120mm Cycling Bent Bar as part of their bike build. They mention purchasing it for 46 pounds and highlight its integrated stem with internal cable routing channels. The reviewer chose the 400mm wide bars with a 100mm long stem, based on personal comfort preferences. They note significant challenges with cable routing due to small holes in the bars, which required filing to accommodate thicker compressionless housings. The reviewer also mentions that the internal cable routing caused excessive bends in the cable housings, leading to shifting and braking issues, and describes the installation process as a 'nightmare' they wouldn't want to repeat.

The reviewer discusses their experience with the TRIFOX Full Carbon Fiber Road Bike Frame (model X16TA) purchased from AliExpress for £430 including shipping. They highlight that the frame is designed for disc brakes with thru-axle fittings (also available in a QR variant) and comes with a seat post, fork, and all necessary headset bearings. The reviewer mentions initial issues with cable routing holes being at right angles rather than angled, which they fixed by filing. They also note a proprietary seat post design that might complicate replacements. Despite these minor issues, the frame has performed well over 3,000 miles, including long-distance rides.