The reviewer presents a new product from XM Carbon Speed, a set of carbon cranks featuring a 24mm titanium spindle designed for Shimano drivetrains. They highlight its key features, including the titanium spindle for added strength and weight savings, the use of a Shimano-compatible standard instead of the more common SRAM DUB, and its in-house design. The reviewer provides the weight (343g), compares it favorably to a Shimano 105 alloy crank (565g), and details its price ($340 USD), available lengths (170mm, 165mm, 155mm), and included accessories like spacers and pre-applied thread lock.
AI-Summary
Pros
Uses a 24mm spindle for Shimano compatibility
Features a titanium spindle for added strength
Titanium spindle is lighter than an alloy one
Designed in-house, not a generic rebranded product
Includes nice details like pre-applied thread lock
Comes with spacers
Lightweight at 343g
Saves about 220g compared to Shimano 105 alloy cranks
Cons
Price is higher than the 29mm alloy spindle version
Limited crank arm length options (no 172.5mm or 150mm)
Key Points
Brand: XM Carbon Speed
Product: Carbon crankset
Spindle: 24mm
Spindle Material: Titanium
Compatibility: Shimano drivetrains
Weight: 343g
Price: $340 USD
Available Lengths: 170mm, 165mm, 155mm
Power Meter Attachment: Uses the 'Eden or East style' (likely a misspoken reference to SRAM's 'Eagle' or a 3-bolt pattern)
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