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Is our AliExpress gravel bike a hidden gem or a disappointment? In this video, we dive into the world of budget-friendly cycling with a flat bar gravel bike built entirely from AliExpress parts. This bike is part of an exciting series where we explore the possibilities and challenges of assembling a gravel bike using components sourced from AliExpress.
If you're curious about whether these affordable parts can deliver a reliable and enjoyable ride, this video is for you. We'll cover the build process, discuss the quality of the components, and share our first impressions of how this bike performs on various terrains.
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, this series aims to provide valuable insights into the world of gravel biking on a budget. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to test and refine this unique bike build.
Items (affiliate links):
- RideNow TPU inner tube (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oB3bTZP)
- Seaboard CX03 (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oF4Se9L)
- ZTTO flat mount to post mount front (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oF9VcYZ)
- ZRACE M1 X4 hydraulic brakes (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oCz2GCJ)
- Ltwoo 1x12 MTB group (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ondiOw3)
- Ryet 3D printed ultralight saddle (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oovmjer)
- ODI Ultralight Titanium bottle cage (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_op2Tz5V)
- West Biking Carbon Fiber / Aluminium Pedals (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEX2b6P)
- Elite Wheels ENT Drive Disc 50mm (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFo9bEJ)
- Schwalbe G-ONE 700c x 40mm (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_op16SMJ)
- Rockbros Silicone MTB grips (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oBrGUYr)
- ZTTO rim tape (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFZZYIF)
- ZTTO 34mm straight head set (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omEKjRD)
- Toseek Carbon seat post (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oCKuuBV)
- ZTTO disc brake discs 160mm (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oovgsoX)
- MANA tubeless valve 53mm (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDdsNnh)
- PCycling Retro metal bell (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ol184cP)
- UNO Components handlebar (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omltMKT)
- UNO Components Stem (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omsgguJ)
- ZTTO BSA Bottom Bracket (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okRwLVf)
- Bolany MTB crankset 36T 170mm (s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mMoMLJW)
The cycling clothing I use (for an extra 10% off / affiliate link):
- https://srko.co/nikinik
Music:
- Chill Lofi Hip Hop Beat FREE Instrumental (Copyright Free) - Chillhop Music
- Energetic Upbeat Percussive Stomp and Clap Background Music
I have not been compensated in any way by any of the brands mentioned in this video.
If you are interested in collaborations feel free to send me a mail to: parterships@nikinik.com
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Bike part mentions in this video
BOLANY 170mm Road Bike Crank Chainwheel Oval Dish 104 BCD 34T/36T Chainring Bike Crankset with Bottom Bracket BB68 MTB Crankset
ZTTO BSA Bearing Bottom Bracket Screw Type BB91 68/73 mm Bicycle Axis MTB Road Bike Aluminum Alloy Waterproof Crank Set
UNO Bike Stem Ultralight 7/17/35Degree 28.6x25.4MM 60-130MM MTB Road Stem Bike for Fork Mountain MTB Bicycle Kalloy Black Sliver
UNO Bicycle Straight / Swallow Handlebar MTB Aluminum Alloy Flat Bicycle Handle 640 680 720 740 760 780 800mm Bicycle Parts
PCycling Bicycle Bell Classic Bike Bell Retro Cycling Bell Alarm Copper Ring Handlebar Horn MTB Road Bike Accessories Free Size
MANA 1Pair 40/53/63/78/100mm Bicycle Presta Valve 7075 Aluminum Alloy For Tubeless Road/MTB/Gravel Bike-ELITEWHEELS Valve
ZTTO Bicycle Brake Center Disc Lock Rotors 203 180 160 140mm High Strength Steel 1.8mm Fit Any Pads For MTB Road Bike
TOSEEK Carbon Seatpost 27.2 31.6mm Length 400mm Matte Black MTB Road Bike Seat Post Seat Tube Bicycle Parts MTB Carbon Canoe
ZTTO MTB Road Bike Internal Threadless Headset SEMI-INTEGRATED CNC Headset 1 1/8
Schwalbe G-one 700x40c 40-622 28x1.50 Allround Tubeless Bicycle Tire Tyre 11654062.01 - Bicycle Tires
ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset ENT UCI Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling
West Cycling Carbon Fiber Pedals Black White Single Cover - Carbon Fiber Pedal Road
ODI Ultralight 18g Bicycle Water Bottle Cage Titanium Alloy MTB Road Bike Water Bottle Holder Durable Mountain Cycling Cup Rack
RYET 3D Printed Bicycle Saddle Ultralight Carbon EVA saddle 245x145mm Bike Seating for MTB Gravel Road Bike Seat Cycling Parts
LTWOO AX 1X12S Groupset 12 Speed Shift Lever Ult-long Leg Rear Derailleur SUNSHINE Cassette 46T 50T 52T VXM Chain 12V for MTB
ZRACE M1 X2 / X4 Mountain Bike Hydraulic Brake,Full CNC Lightweight, Oil Pressure Disc
ZTTO Gravel Road Bike Brake Adapter Flat Mount 34mm 71mm To Post Mount 74mm 140mm 160mm Rotor Bicycle Caliper Converter
SEABOARD Road Bike Frame Set Thru Axle Gravel Bike Framework Chromolybdenum steel Off-road 142mm Flat Disc Brake 700Cx42C
RideNow TPU Bike Inner Tube 700C X18 23 25 28 32 35 37 40C MTB Gravel Ultralight Bicycle Tire 26 /27.5 /29 Inch with Patch Kit
CrankBOLANY 170mm Road Bike Crank Chainwheel Oval Dish 104 BCD 34T/36T Chainring Bike Crankset with Bottom Bracket BB68 MTB Crankset
Created: September 06, 2024The BOLANY 170mm Road Bike Crank Chainwheel Oval Dish 104 BCD 34T/36T Chainring Bike Crankset with Bottom Bracket BB68 MTB Crankset is not mentioned in this video.
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Bottom-BracketZTTO BSA Bearing Bottom Bracket Screw Type BB91 68/73 mm Bicycle Axis MTB Road Bike Aluminum Alloy Waterproof Crank Set
Created: February 02, 2025The ZTTO BSA Bearing Bottom Bracket Screw Type BB91 68/73 mm Bicycle Axis MTB Road Bike Aluminum Alloy Waterproof Crank Set is not mentioned in this video.
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StemUNO Bike Stem Ultralight 7/17/35Degree 28.6x25.4MM 60-130MM MTB Road Stem Bike for Fork Mountain MTB Bicycle Kalloy Black Sliver
Created: January 09, 2025The UNO Bike Stem Ultralight 7/17/35Degree 28.6x25.4MM 60-130MM MTB Road Stem Bike for Fork Mountain MTB Bicycle Kalloy Black Sliver is not mentioned in this video.
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HandlebarUNO Bicycle Straight / Swallow Handlebar MTB Aluminum Alloy Flat Bicycle Handle 640 680 720 740 760 780 800mm Bicycle Parts
Created: January 09, 2025The UNO Bicycle Straight / Swallow Handlebar MTB Aluminum Alloy Flat Bicycle Handle 640 680 720 740 760 780 800mm Bicycle Parts is not mentioned in this video.
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OtherPCycling Bicycle Bell Classic Bike Bell Retro Cycling Bell Alarm Copper Ring Handlebar Horn MTB Road Bike Accessories Free Size
Created: January 09, 2025The PCycling Bicycle Bell Classic Bike Bell Retro Cycling Bell Alarm Copper Ring Handlebar Horn MTB Road Bike Accessories Free Size is not mentioned in this video.
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TubesMANA 1Pair 40/53/63/78/100mm Bicycle Presta Valve 7075 Aluminum Alloy For Tubeless Road/MTB/Gravel Bike-ELITEWHEELS Valve
Created: January 09, 2025The MANA 1Pair 40/53/63/78/100mm Bicycle Presta Valve 7075 Aluminum Alloy For Tubeless Road/MTB/Gravel Bike-ELITEWHEELS Valve is not mentioned in this video.
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Disc-BrakesZTTO Bicycle Brake Center Disc Lock Rotors 203 180 160 140mm High Strength Steel 1.8mm Fit Any Pads For MTB Road Bike
Created: January 09, 2025The ZTTO Bicycle Brake Center Disc Lock Rotors 203 180 160 140mm High Strength Steel 1.8mm Fit Any Pads For MTB Road Bike is not mentioned in this video.
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SeatpostTOSEEK Carbon Seatpost 27.2 31.6mm Length 400mm Matte Black MTB Road Bike Seat Post Seat Tube Bicycle Parts MTB Carbon Canoe
Created: January 09, 2025The TOSEEK Carbon Seatpost 27.2 31.6mm Length 400mm Matte Black MTB Road Bike Seat Post Seat Tube Bicycle Parts MTB Carbon Canoe is not mentioned in this video.
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ZTTO MTB Road Bike Internal Threadless Headset SEMI-INTEGRATED CNC Headset 1 1/8
Created: January 09, 2025The ZTTO MTB Road Bike Internal Threadless Headset SEMI-INTEGRATED CNC Headset 1 1/8 is not mentioned in this video.
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TiresSchwalbe G-one 700x40c 40-622 28x1.50 Allround Tubeless Bicycle Tire Tyre 11654062.01 - Bicycle Tires
Created: January 09, 2025The reviewer mentions they are currently running Schwalbe G-One Allround tires in 40mm size on their gravel bike. They note there is plenty of clearance in both the fork and rear seat stays, suggesting the frame could accommodate larger tires up to 45mm or even 50mm if desired. The tires are part of a tubeless setup that the reviewer switched back to after issues with TPU inner tubes.
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Pros
- Good tire clearance allows for potential upsizing to 45mm or 50mm tires
- Part of a functional tubeless setup
Cons
Key Points
- Size: 700x40c (40-622)
- Used in tubeless setup
- Adequate clearance for larger tires
WheelsELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset ENT UCI Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling
Created: February 09, 2022The Elitewheels Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset Ent Uci Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling - Bicycle Wheel is not mentioned in this video.
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PedalsWest Cycling Carbon Fiber Pedals Black White Single Cover - Carbon Fiber Pedal Road
Created: January 09, 2025The West Cycling Carbon Fiber Pedals | Black White Single Cover - Carbon Fiber Pedal Road - Aliexpress is not mentioned in this video.
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Bottle CagesODI Ultralight 18g Bicycle Water Bottle Cage Titanium Alloy MTB Road Bike Water Bottle Holder Durable Mountain Cycling Cup Rack
Created: January 09, 2025The ODI Ultralight 18g Bicycle Water Bottle Cage Titanium Alloy MTB Road Bike Water Bottle Holder Durable Mountain Cycling Cup Rack is not mentioned in this video.
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SaddleRYET 3D Printed Bicycle Saddle Ultralight Carbon EVA saddle 245x145mm Bike Seating for MTB Gravel Road Bike Seat Cycling Parts
Created: January 09, 2025The reviewer discusses the RYET 3D printed saddle as one of the components that exceeded their expectations. They highlight its comfort and quality, noting it provides great comfort on long rides. The saddle is described as a great addition to a gravel bike due to its performance and value.
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Pros
- Very comfortable
- Great quality
- Lightweight (around 180g)
- Good value for money (β¬35)
- Provides huge comfort on long rides
Cons
Key Points
- 3D printed construction
- Weighs around 180g
- Costs approximately β¬35
- Suitable for gravel bikes
GroupsetLTWOO AX 1X12S Groupset 12 Speed Shift Lever Ult-long Leg Rear Derailleur SUNSHINE Cassette 46T 50T 52T VXM Chain 12V for MTB
Created: January 09, 2025The LTWOO AX 1X12S Groupset 12 Speed Shift Lever Ult-long Leg Rear Derailleur SUNSHINE Cassette 46T 50T 52T VXM Chain 12V for MTB is not mentioned in this video.
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ZRACE M1 X2 / X4 Mountain Bike Hydraulic Brake,Full CNC Lightweight, Oil Pressure Disc
Created: January 09, 2025The ZRACE M1 X2 / X4 Mountain Bike Hydraulic Brake,Full CNC Lightweight, Oil Pressure Disc is not mentioned in this video.
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ZTTO Gravel Road Bike Brake Adapter Flat Mount 34mm 71mm To Post Mount 74mm 140mm 160mm Rotor Bicycle Caliper Converter
Created: February 02, 2025The ZTTO Gravel Road Bike Brake Adapter Flat Mount 34mm 71mm To Post Mount 74mm 140mm 160mm Rotor Bicycle Caliper Converter is not mentioned in this video.
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FrameSEABOARD Road Bike Frame Set Thru Axle Gravel Bike Framework Chromolybdenum steel Off-road 142mm Flat Disc Brake 700Cx42C
Created: January 17, 2025The SEABOARD Road Bike Frame Set Thru Axle Gravel Bike Framework Chromolybdenum steel Off-road 142mm Flat Disc Brake 700Cx42C is not mentioned in this video.
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RideNow TPU Bike Inner Tube 700C X18 23 25 28 32 35 37 40C MTB Gravel Ultralight Bicycle Tire 26 /27.5 /29 Inch with Patch Kit
Created: February 02, 2025The reviewer discusses their experience with the RideNow TPU inner tubes, which they initially wanted to like due to their small size, affordability, and lightweight nature. However, they encountered performance issues, with both tubes developing slow leaks after relatively short distances (200 km for the first and 300 km for the second). This led them to abandon the tubes in favor of tubeless setups.
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Pros
- Small size
- Relatively affordable
- Lightweight
Cons
- Developed slow leaks after 200 km and 300 km respectively
- Performance was less than ideal
Key Points
- TPU inner tube
- 700C size
- Ultralight
- Includes patch kit