All Reviews

The reviewer builds and tests the ICAN Cycling Flyee (Triaero) frameset, praising its lightweight (6.8 kg total bike), stiffness, comfort, and UCI approval. He notes it feels fast and responsive, comparing favorably to more expensive Western brands and the Seraph TTX 71, though it costs more than the latter. He recommends it for budget-conscious racers.

The reviewer presents the LEBYCLE Bottom Bracket Tool as a workshop-grade set that offers a cost-effective solution to the problem of bottom bracket tools slipping and damaging bottom brackets. He highlights its ability to replace multiple proprietary tools and demonstrates its effectiveness on a challenging T47 bottom bracket, successfully extracting and reinstalling it without slippage.

The reviewer evaluates the LEBYCLE T Handle Hex Wrench Set Cr V Steel Allen Key Tools 2 2.5 3 4 5 6 8 10mm T25 360 Rotating Bicycle Repair Tool Kit for MTB, but the transcript primarily discusses a different LEBYCLE product: a workshop-grade bottom bracket tool set. The reviewer does not describe the hex wrench set in detail. Instead, he focuses on the bottom bracket set, noting it includes a heavy-duty sprung adjustable bar with an M8 thread and six reversible bottom bracket tools (effectively 12 tools), covering common standards like BSA, Italian, and T47. He tests it on a BBInfinite T47 and a Picone Italian threaded bottom bracket, finding it effective but limited by a 21mm guide that prevents use with 19mm spindles (e.g., FSA cranksets) and external disc rotor lockrings. Overall, he considers it workshop quality at a very reasonable price and expects to use it for about 80% of threaded bottom bracket jobs.

The reviewer briefly mentions colourful crank pre-load caps as inexpensive bling items available on AliExpress for under £2 each, noting they should not be overtightened, and he chooses the blue one and provides a link.

The reviewer discusses the AF01 (formerly 'Assisting Force') Gravel frame from AF Bicycles, highlighting its suitability for long-distance randonneuring and ultra-endurance events. They praise its geometry, features, and design, and describe building it up with an Intrinsic Tourist Pro handlebar for an aerodynamic position. The reviewer notes the frame's versatility, comfort, and potential as a top choice for endurance cycling.

The reviewer discusses the ELITEWHEELS GRAVEL AERO+ wheelset as part of their bike build, highlighting its wide rims and suitability for large-volume tires for comfort and aerodynamics.

The reviewer mentions using an Elita One offset seatpost to achieve the desired fit on the AF01 frame. They note that it has a circular fastening mechanism that allows the mount to rotate almost 360 degrees, enabling them to turn the pin 180 degrees for forward offset while still setting the correct saddle angle. They also mention that they will miss the comfort of a standard seatpost but were able to achieve the desired fit with this seatpost.

The reviewer discusses the RIRO Carbon Fiber 3D Printed Bike Saddle as part of a bike build, noting it is a copy of the Fizik TT saddle but with a carbon body design they prefer. They mention the saddle has a wide nose for forward support in TT positions and a curved back for upright riding, and that the 3D printed material is comfortable.

The reviewer mentions using CYCLAMI TPU inner tubes in the build of their AF Bicycles AF01 frame, noting they are compatible with the wide tires and rims chosen for the bike.

The reviewer mentions the Overfast Crankset only in passing, noting that they removed it from their recumbent bike and installed it on the AF01 build. They prefer the 155mm length for the recumbent position and find the 165mm cranks a better fit for the road-oriented fit of the AF01.

The reviewer provides an in-depth look at the Winspace G5 gravel bike, highlighting its impressive features, build quality, and value for the price. They discuss its aerodynamic design, wide tire clearance, internal storage, and the option to customize the build online. The bike comes equipped with SRAM Rival XPLR groupset and Winspace's own carbon wheels, and the reviewer praises its versatility and performance potential.

The reviewer discusses the XDS RS7 as a direct-to-consumer road bike that offers exceptional value, with a carbon frame, carbon wheels, carbon cockpit, and a dual-sided power meter for just over $2,000. After riding over 200 miles, he finds few compromises, noting that the bike is a workhorse suitable for various riding scenarios. However, he criticizes its limited tire clearance (maxes out around 30mm) and lack of fender mounts, which restricts its use in bad weather. He also mentions that the stock Chao Yang tires are not tubeless, though he successfully set them up tubeless without issues. Overall, he sees the bike as a sign of a monumental shift in the bike industry, challenging established brands.

The reviewer discusses the MENTECH Chermin R All-Round Race Bike Frameset, highlighting its geometry, features, and performance. He notes that it has a less aggressive geometry compared to typical Chinese race bikes, with a stack-to-reach ratio similar to the Specialized Tarmac. The bike includes in-frame storage, a reversible seatpost, and UDH. It is raced by UCI teams and is praised for its comfort and handling. However, the initial price was considered high, but it was reduced during the review.