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Wheeltop GEX - A wheel flop? A not-cheap Chinese groupset.
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Wheeltop GEX - A wheel flop? A not-cheap Chinese groupset.
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Wheeltop New GeX Gravel Bike Wireless Electronic Shifte Groupset r Single Chainring 7-13 Speed High-Tension Rear Derailleur

Created: July 04, 2025
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The reviewer provides a detailed critique of the WHEELTOP EDS GeX Gravel Wireless Groupset, hydraulic disc brake, 3-14s. They mention testing it for about 3 months, primarily on a road TT bike, and highlight both positive and negative aspects. The reviewer criticizes the price, build quality, app functionality, and shifting performance, while acknowledging some compatibility and design features.

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Pros

  • Compatible with everything from 7 to 14 speeds, customizable in the app
  • Easy to mount with no internal battery or wires
  • Easy to bleed brakes, with firm braking feel comparable to Stram red
  • Uses standard Shimano pads
  • Short hood shape similar to old Stram red, preferred by the reviewer
  • Good battery life (uncharged for 3 months)

Cons

  • Expensive (€599) for what it offers, especially since it doesn't include cranks, chain, cassette, or discs
  • Buttons and levers rattle excessively, even on fine tarmac
  • Rubber on the hoods is too hard, especially with sweaty or greasy hands
  • Poor app functionality, with confusing setup and poor translation
  • Shifting is slow and requires firm presses, with an unnatural pre-click stage
  • Strong cage tension makes shifting into easier gears difficult
  • Clutch mechanism is not weatherproof, risking long-term durability
  • App is described as being in 'dev mode' with poor user experience
  • No front mech, which could complicate setups
  • Feels like a beta product, not a final version

Key Points

  • Retails at €599 (~$650-$700)
  • 11-speed compatible
  • Hydraulic disc brakes with monoblock calipers
  • Wireless design with no internal battery
  • Customizable shifting for each cog via app
  • Strong, non-adjustable clutch mechanism
  • No weatherproofing on clutch components
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