All Reviews

The reviewer discusses the HYGGE Model S carbon frame as part of their AliExpress bike build. They mention purchasing it from the HYGGE official store on AliExpress, with a size of 52 CM (medium frame). The frame, along with the fork, handlebar, headset assembly, and seat post, cost about $878 Canadian. The reviewer highlights that the frame is part of a cost-effective build, comparing favorably to big brands. They express pride in the build's performance, noting it could keep up with top-tier bikes, though they primarily use it for daily commuting and light training.

The reviewer mentions the Shimano 105 short cage rear derailleur as part of their AliExpress bike build. They state that it was purchased along with the Shimano 105 front derailleur for a total of $100 Canadian. The reviewer does not provide extensive details about its performance but includes it as part of their overall build, which they are proud of and consider a good deal.

The reviewer mentions the balago bottle cages as part of their AliExpress bike build. They state these cages came to about $370 for two and weigh close to 26 grams per piece. The cages are described as being made of glass-filled nylon.

The reviewer mentions the SENSAH Team Pro shifters as part of their AliExpress bike build. They state that two shifters cost $85 Canadian, which they consider a really great price. The reviewer combines these with Shimano 105 components, describing this combination as the 'gold standard' for an AliExpress build. They express satisfaction with this setup for their needs, though they haven't moved to electronic groupsets yet.

The reviewer discusses Ridenow's tubeless valve kits, which come in three different lengths (45mm, 65mm, and 85mm). They mention using these valves in their setup and note that they function properly without leaking air. The reviewer also highlights that the valves made it easy to add sealant through the valve hole after the tire was already mounted. However, the focus of the video is primarily on Ridenow's foam cores for tubeless tires, with the valves being mentioned briefly as part of the overall setup.

The reviewer discusses the ROCKBROS Cycling Thermal Shoes Cover, highlighting their effectiveness in keeping feet dry and warm during winter cycling. They mention having used these covers for over three years and praise their durability and waterproof qualities.

The reviewer briefly mentions the SIDEBIKE Men's Cycling Sneaker Self-lock Mtb Shoes Breathable Mountain Bike Shoes for Climbing Outdoor Sports Bicycle Equipment but does not provide detailed analysis.

The reviewer discusses the ZTTO MTB XD 12 Speed 9-50T Cassette as a lightweight and affordable alternative to more expensive options like the SRAM XG 1299 cassette. They highlight its performance and durability but note slight differences in shifting compared to SRAM.

The reviewer discusses the ZERAY Bicycle Pedals ZP-108S as a lightweight and affordable alternative to basic Shimano SPD pedals, praising their build quality and features.

The reviewer highlights the OG-EVKIN CF-025 Carbon Road Frame as one of the best purchases of the year, praising its quality and finish for the price.

The reviewer discusses the Continental Ultra Sport 3 tires purchased from AliExpress, highlighting their use for commuting and everyday riding. They mention having used these tires for 2-3,000 km with plenty of tread remaining. The tires are described as grippy, decent in wet conditions, and offering good value for money at $30 CAD per tire. The reviewer notes the tires are not as high-performance as GP 5000s but are durable and suitable for casual riders. They also mention the tires come in 25mm and 28mm sizes, with a max pressure of 116 PSI, and weigh approximately 300g for the 28mm version and 265g for the 25mm version.

The reviewer discusses the OVERFAST Ultralight Thru Axles as the overall winner for the best Innovation award. They highlight the product's popularity on Panda Podium and commend its innovative use of carbon fiber for thru axles. The reviewer notes the technical challenge of bonding the aluminum insert with the carbon fiber shaft and mentions that the patent for this innovation was recently granted. The product is praised for its innovation and functionality.

The reviewer discusses the LTWOO eRX eR9 electronic groupset as a runner-up for the 'Best Innovation' award. They highlight its innovative approach to navigating patent challenges in the electronic groupset market, particularly noting the creative solutions like hiding the LED indicators. However, they also mention it had some teething problems, which might be why it didn't win the 'Best Product' category. Despite these issues, the reviewer expresses faith in LTWOO's ability to resolve them and improve the product.

The Incolor Skypivot Lightweight Road Bike Crankset is awarded the best design award in the video. The reviewer highlights that Incolor has been refining this crankset for about 5 years, now on its third generation. They praise the product's packaging, finish, and overall aesthetic appeal, noting it feels like quality when opened. The boss of Incolor is mentioned as a designer by trade, which reflects in the product's design excellence. The crankset is also noted for being well-thought-out and aesthetically pleasing.

The reviewer discusses the Avian Canary Integrated Handlebar as one of the nominees for the best product award. They mention that it came out of nowhere, is super light, and great for climbers. The reviewer notes that they have it on two of their bikes and love it, and that Avian has been selling loads of them on Panda Podium. They also mention that Avian has more cool stuff coming next year, including the Falcon 2 handlebar for sprinters or aero guys.