THINKRIDER PP5 Carbon Fiber Spider Power Meter Crankset 24MM 160-175mm ANT+ BLE for Road Bike

Reviews & Ratings

Tom Bowers Cycling on YouTubeabout 6 hours ago

00:14:20

100$ Trash? I disagree Thinkrider PP5 Power Meter Review

The reviewer tested the THINKRIDER PP5 Carbon Fiber Spider Power Meter Crankset over several months, finding it accurate for steady-state riding and pacing climbs, but noting drift issues during maximal sprints. Despite concerns about AliExpress reliability, they consider it excellent value for most cyclists.

AI Summary

Pros

Very affordable, around $100 for spider or $200-250 for carbon crank set
Accurate for steady-state and zone 2 riding, with less than 1% difference compared to pedal-based power meters
No drift observed during long rides, including a 100+ km UCI gravel race
Compatible with standard Raceace cinch interface, works with many crank sets
Charging cable is generic and compatible with other brands

Cons

Sprint performance shows drift at high wattages, not suitable for track sprinters or those needing max sprint data
Zeroing is slower than some competitors during stop-start pedaling
AliExpress platform may have poor long-term warranty support
Adds about 50g to crank weight