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SENICX PR3 Gravel Bike Crankset 40T/42T/44T chainring 165mm 170mm 175mm Crank 10/11S Speed 24MM

SENICX PR3 Gravel Bike Crankset 40T/42T/44T chainring 165mm 170mm 175mm Crank 10/11S Speed 24MM

Crank
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The reviewer discusses the SENICX PR3 Gravel Bike Crankset, highlighting its affordability and durability. They mention using the road edition previously and praise its performance despite not being the lightest option.

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Pros

  • Affordable
  • Durable and bomb-proof
  • Comes with a single gravel narrow wide chain ring

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Cons

  • Not the lightest option
ZRACE Center Lock Brake Disc Rotor Strong Heat Dissipation Floating 140/160/180/203, for MTB / Road

ZRACE Center Lock Brake Disc Rotor Strong Heat Dissipation Floating 140/160/180/203, for MTB / Road

Disc-Rotors
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The reviewer mentions the ZRACE Center Lock Brake Disc Rotor briefly when discussing the braking system of the bike. They state that the bike uses ZRACE rotors with 160 mm on the front and 140 mm on the rear. The rotors are part of the budget build and cost €5 each, totaling €10 for both.

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Pros

  • Budget-friendly (€5 each)
  • Part of a reliable braking system
BUCKLOS MTB Self-locking Pedal For SPD System M8100 M9100 Bicycle Pedals Bearing Clipless Pedal with Cleat for Shimano

BUCKLOS MTB Self-locking Pedal For SPD System M8100 M9100 Bicycle Pedals Bearing Clipless Pedal with Cleat for Shimano

Pedals
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The reviewer mentions the BUCKLOS pedals briefly as part of their budget bike build. They state the pedals are SPD-compatible and were chosen because the reviewer already uses the same setup on their gravel bike, avoiding the need to invest in road pedals or shoes. The pedals cost €9.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Budget-friendly at €9
  • SPD-compatible for cross-compatibility with the reviewer's gravel bike setup
BUCKLOS Bicycle Handlebar Tapes Shock-Absorption Comfortable Cycling Handlebar Tape Road Bike Drop Bar Tape Road Bicycle Parts

BUCKLOS Bicycle Handlebar Tapes Shock-Absorption Comfortable Cycling Handlebar Tape Road Bike Drop Bar Tape Road Bicycle Parts

Bar-Tape
I Built This Carbon Road Bike Using AliExpress Parts - Here's The Breakdown
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The reviewer briefly mentions the BUCKLOS Bicycle Handlebar Tapes Shock-Absorption Comfortable Cycling Handlebar Tape Road Bike Drop Bar Tape Road Bicycle Parts but does not provide detailed analysis.

AI Summary

Pros

  • comfortable
  • budget friendly
HYGGE Aerodynamic carbon frame MODEL S CARBON FRAME

HYGGE Aerodynamic carbon frame MODEL S CARBON FRAME

Frame
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The reviewer discusses the HYGGE Aerodynamic carbon frame MODEL S CARBON FRAME as part of their budget bike build. They highlight that it is a full carbon frame, lightweight, and aerodynamic, made with EPS molding for a smooth finish and strong strength-to-weight ratio. The frame comes with an integrated handlebar, fork, and seat post, all purchased from AliExpress for a total cost of €668. The reviewer mentions the frame size is small, paired with a 90 mm stem and 400 mm wide integrated handlebar.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Full carbon construction
  • Lightweight
  • Aerodynamic design

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Cons

  • No specific negative points mentioned about the frame itself
  • Potential concerns about limited customer support or warranty due to being purchased from AliExpress (mentioned generally for budget parts)
BUCKLOS Bicycle Bottom Bracket Sealed Bearing 24mm Bike BB BSA Threaded BB68/73 MTB Bottom Bracket Road Mountain Bike Parts

BUCKLOS Bicycle Bottom Bracket Sealed Bearing 24mm Bike BB BSA Threaded BB68/73 MTB Bottom Bracket Road Mountain Bike Parts

Bottom-Bracket
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The reviewer briefly mentions the BUCKLOS Bicycle Bottom Bracket Sealed Bearing 24mm Bike BB BSA Threaded BB68/73 MTB Bottom Bracket Road Mountain Bike Parts but does not provide detailed analysis.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Budget-friendly at €7
RYET ULTIMATE - 3D Printed

RYET ULTIMATE - 3D Printed

Saddle
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The reviewer briefly mentions the RYET 3D Printed Bicycle Saddle Ultralight 120g Carbon Saddle 250x140mm Bike Seating for MTB Gravel Road Bike Seat Cycling parts but does not provide detailed analysis.

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Pros

  • lightweight
RideNow TPU Bike Inner Tube 700x18 23 25 28 32 35 37 40 47C

RideNow TPU Bike Inner Tube 700x18 23 25 28 32 35 37 40 47C

Tubes
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The reviewer mentions the RideNow TPU inner tubes briefly when discussing the wheel and tire setup. They state that these TPU inner tubes are used inside the Continental GP 5000 tires and express personal approval of them, noting their lightweight nature and ease of portability.

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Pros

  • Very light
  • Easy to carry around
ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels ENT 2.0 Disc Brake 700c Carbon Rim Center Lock Road Bike Wheelset UCI Quality Road Racing Wheelset

ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels ENT 2.0 Disc Brake 700c Carbon Rim Center Lock Road Bike Wheelset UCI Quality Road Racing Wheelset

Wheels
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The reviewer discusses the ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels ENT 2.0 Disc Brake 700c Carbon Rim Center Lock Road Bike Wheelset as part of their budget-friendly bike build. They highlight the wheel set's 50 mm depth and 28 mm width, which they feel offers a good balance between performance and comfort. The reviewer also mentions the sound of the freehub and notes that they purchased the wheel set for an 'amazing price' of €362.

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Pros

  • Good balance between performance and comfort
  • Amazing price of €362
  • 50 mm depth and 28 mm width
ZTTO MTB Road Bike 8/9/10/11/12 Speed Cassette 11v 25T/28T//30T/32T/34T/36T Sprocket K7 10v Bicycle Freewheel

ZTTO MTB Road Bike 8/9/10/11/12 Speed Cassette 11v 25T/28T//30T/32T/34T/36T Sprocket K7 10v Bicycle Freewheel

Cassette
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The reviewer mentions the ZTTO cassette as part of their budget bike build. They describe it as a 12-speed cassette with 11 teeth on the smallest cog and 34 teeth on the largest cog. The cassette is paired with the Elite Wheels ent. Carbon wheel set and is part of the overall wheel set and tires package that cost €499. The reviewer does not provide extensive details about the cassette's performance but includes it as part of their cost-effective build.

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Pros

  • Budget-friendly option for a 12-speed cassette
  • Part of a cost-effective wheel set and tires package
SENICX Road Bike 2x10 /11/12 Speed Crank Chainring WHEEL 50-34T 53-39T 36-52T 30-46T Double Chainring Road Bicycle Crankset

SENICX Road Bike 2x10 /11/12 Speed Crank Chainring WHEEL 50-34T 53-39T 36-52T 30-46T Double Chainring Road Bicycle Crankset

Chainring
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The reviewer discusses a crank set from a brand called Synix (likely a mispronunciation/misspelling of SENICX), model PR3. They mention it is made of aluminum with 165 mm crank arms and 34 to 50 teeth chain rings. The reviewer opted for 165 mm length instead of the usual 170 mm to experiment with ride feel, referencing Tad Pogacha's use of similar crank arms. The crank set cost €47.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Budget-friendly at €47
  • Aluminum construction
  • Available in shorter 165 mm crank arm length for experimentation

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WHEELTOP EDS TX Road bike Groupset Electronic Wireless Carbon, alloy, 1/2*3-14s Speed

WHEELTOP EDS TX Road bike Groupset Electronic Wireless Carbon, alloy, 1/2*3-14s Speed

Groupset
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The reviewer chose the Wheeltop EDS TX as the groupset for their budget carbon road bike build. They describe it as a fully wireless electronic groupset, which means less cables and easier setup. They purchased it from the official Wheeltop store to ensure authenticity and future warranty support, costing €639. They position it as a key component that allows for a high-performance feature (wireless electronic shifting) at a significantly lower total bike cost compared to typical market prices.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Fully wireless
  • Less cables
  • Easier setup

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Cons

  • No specific performance or quality cons are mentioned about the groupset itself. The general trade-offs mentioned for budget parts (limited customer support/warranty, unknown longevity) apply to the entire build, but the reviewer mitigated this for the groupset by buying from the official store.
KMC MTB Chain 1 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Speed Bicycle Chain Single Speed City Bike Chains X8 X9 X10 X11 X12 Cycing Parts for Shimano

KMC MTB Chain 1 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Speed Bicycle Chain Single Speed City Bike Chains X8 X9 X10 X11 X12 Cycing Parts for Shimano

Chain
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The reviewer briefly mentions the KMC Bike Chain X8 X9 X10 X11 X12 MTB Bicycle Chains 8 9 10 11 12 Speed Road Bike Current Mountain Bike for Shimano Bikes Part but does not provide detailed analysis.

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Pros

  • The chain is 12-speed, which is compatible with the reviewer's setup.
Touch Screen Long Full Fingers Half Fingers Gel Sports Cycling Gloves MTB Road Bike Riding Racing Women Men Bicycle Gloves

Touch Screen Long Full Fingers Half Fingers Gel Sports Cycling Gloves MTB Road Bike Riding Racing Women Men Bicycle Gloves

Gloves
Purchased: 2025-07-07

The branding is nondescript and unobtrusive. Full finger, thin fabric with a little stretch, very minimal padding. No velcro closure is even better. Extremely comfortable, and I've been using them a lot for 6 months with no signs of wear or failure. I was so happy with the first pair that I bought 3 more pairs to use later. - I typically wear a size large Giro or Dakine glove (US size) and size large fits me perfectly.

ROCKBROS Half Finger Gloves Summer Bicycle Gloves Anti-Slip Shock-Absorbing Cycling Fingerless Breathable Gym Gloves

ROCKBROS Half Finger Gloves Summer Bicycle Gloves Anti-Slip Shock-Absorbing Cycling Fingerless Breathable Gym Gloves

Gloves
Purchased: 2025-07-07

They fit remarkably well unlike the giro monaco gloves I used to have that managed the impressive feat of being too short on the palm but too roomy for the finger joints. I got them for UVs and padding but realized it had no padding when I got them, but I still think it helps a little bit for my broken wrist. No loose threads, great fit (for me at least) and I didn't get sunburnt. Just wish they had a tiny bit more padding but I like them