All Reviews

The reviewer is impressed with the ICAN AERO 50 II Disc Carbon Road Bike Wheels, highlighting their excellent value for money, lightweight build, and comfortable ride. He notes that the wheels use Sapim CX-ray steel spokes instead of carbon, which improves comfort and repairability. The wheels are praised for their stability in crosswinds and overall performance, making them a strong recommendation for endurance riding and training.

The reviewer names the Elitewheels Drive II as the winner in the best premium carbon wheel category. They note it costs around $1,300 with a 15% discount code bringing it to about $1,100. The reviewer highlights improvements over the original Drive, including a 50-tooth style ratchet for faster engagement, 23mm inner width and 31mm external width rims, and a weight of approximately 1,300 grams. They have ridden about 1,000-1,500 km on them and report strong performance across spoke tension, carbon fiber quality, rim finish, and build consistency, with no standout weaknesses. The reviewer also praises the rainbow colorway as their favorite-looking wheelset.

The reviewer bought a RYET carbon wheelset from AliExpress for £330, weighing 1,300g. He had an expert inspect the wheels and found mixed results: the rims and spokes were good quality, but the hub design had safety concerns and the bearings were poor.

The reviewer discusses the Winspace SLC5.0 Ultegra Di2, highlighting its premium carbon layup, comfort, and low weight, but notes quality control issues including a problematic fork, wrong compression plug, and inconsistent handlebar diameters. The bike is compared favorably to the Winspace T1600 and Agile in terms of comfort and weight, but is found less stiff and slightly slower aerodynamically than the T1600.

The reviewer discusses the XMCS Gran Turismo (also referred to as Carbon Speed) frame, highlighting its one-piece construction, competitive pricing, and overall high frame quality. He notes that the frame is made in a single mold, which is technically complex and results in a smooth interior with no overlapping joints, making cable routing easy. The frame is EPS molded, leading to a better finish. However, he experienced issues with some finishing components, such as a poorly threaded compression nut and a faulty upper headset bearing. Despite these, he praises the customer service and considers the frame a high-quality product that undercuts competitors like Winspace and Elves.

The reviewer discusses the MOVING Aim One SL1200cs 50D Ultralight Carbon Wheelset, highlighting its 65mm depth, carbon spokes, and low weight of 1400g. Priced at 807€ with a discount code, it offers good value compared to brand-name wheels. The reviewer notes stiffness, good aerodynamics, and acceptable sidewind handling for heavier riders. Customization options include freehub type and ratchet teeth count. The wheelset is quiet due to generous greasing. The reviewer recommends it for those with 28mm tires and suggests it as an upgrade for time trials or high-profile needs.

The reviewer discusses the TAVELO GROW GRAVEL bike, a new gravel race bike from Chinese brand TLO. They received frames and wheels for free with no affiliation. The bike is one-by only, with no front derailleur option. Tire clearance is claimed 55mm front and 50mm rear, but the reviewer fit a 54mm tire with room for more. The largest size (XXL) is roughly a 58cm, which may not suit very tall riders. The reviewer tested it with various wheel and tire setups.

The reviewer examines the Lightcarbon LCR018-D frame, fork, seatpost, and handlebars, noting that the frame is well-constructed with clean molding, good thread quality, and a storage compartment. He praises the value at $700 for the frame, handlebars, and seatpost, and mentions that the frame uses Toray carbon fiber and EPS molding for the front triangle. He also comments on the design of the seatpost and handlebars, and notes that the frame is a good bargain.

The reviewer discusses Unknown Wheels' Light Ultimate 0G wheelset, a second-tier ultra-lightweight carbon wheelset weighing around 1000g per set. He notes that while the top-tier model is a 'secret weapon' for racing, this model is suitable for daily use. He praises its lightweight feel, stiffness despite being ultra-light, and smooth acceleration, especially in stop-and-go city riding. He mentions the wheels are equipped with full carbon spokes, a ceramic bearing hub, and a 54-tooth ratchet system with loud engagement sound. The wheels come with rim tape pre-installed. He concludes that even on sale at around 10,000 yen (using a coupon), it offers high performance for everyday use.