Tom Bowers Cycling - I Tried 5 AliExpress Bike Products – Deal or Disaster?

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I tried 5 random AliExpress cycling products but are they a deal or a disaster?

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Bike part mentions in this video

UNO FL12 Gravel Bike Handlebar 31.8x400/420/440/460mm Outer Drop Bar Ultralight Bicycle Handle Road Bicycle Flared Bar

Created: September 20, 2024

The reviewer discusses the UNO FL12 Gravel Bike Handlebar, highlighting its features and initial impressions. They mention its silver color, flared design, and suitability for gravel and touring bikes.

AI-Summary

Pros

  • Super lightweight
  • Comes in various sizes
  • Aggressively flared design for better off-road handling
  • Silver finish, which is rare and matches vintage builds
  • Good finish quality with Uno logos and mirror/matte details
  • Feels strong with no noticeable flex
  • Respectable weight (298g)
  • Short reach for comfortable positioning
  • Affordable price (less than Β£15)

Cons

  • Not super light (though acceptable for the price)
  • Long-term durability untested (reviewer plans to update if issues arise)

Key Points

  • 40cm at the tops, 46cm at the widest flare point
  • Standard round shape except for flared ends
  • Brushed finish on drops (covered by bar tape)
  • Intended for gravel/touring use
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€17.39
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Β£13.71
Rating there:
4.6 (83 reviews)
Last checked:
about 10 hours
ago
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$20.89
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10 months
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Β£17.79
Rating there:
4.9 (118 reviews)
Last checked:
10 months
ago

MIXED Full Carbon Fiber 5D Ultra Pack Light Weight Bike Saddle 143mm 135g for Road MTB Mountain Bicycle Carbon Seats

Created: March 07, 2025

The reviewer examines the MIXED Full Carbon Fiber 5D Ultra Pack Light Weight Bike Saddle, noting its low price and lightweight design but expressing concerns about the finish quality and durability.

AI-Summary

Pros

  • Very cheap (under Β£20)
  • Full carbon construction
  • Extremely lightweight
  • Some users swear by the shaping

Cons

  • Poor finish quality (visible imperfections at cover/carbon junction)
  • Messy bonding of rails into shell
  • Does not inspire confidence for rough use
  • Compared unfavorably to higher-end saddles

Key Points

  • 143mm width
  • 135g weight
  • Intended for road/MTB use
  • Mixed user opinions reported
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$31.68
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€24.79
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Β£20.69
Rating there:
4.9 (120 reviews)
Last checked:
about 10 hours
ago
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Rating there:
4.8 (47 reviews)
Last checked:
4 months
ago

LTWOO Bicycle Ceramic Bearing Speed Carbon Fiber Pulley Wheel Rear Derailleurs Guide Wheel for Shimano 105/UT/Ultegra/DURA ACE

Created: July 08, 2025

The reviewer briefly mentions the LTWOO Bicycle Ceramic Bearing Speed Carbon Fiber Pulley Wheel Rear Derailleurs Guide Wheel for Shimano 105/UT/Ultegra/DURA ACE but does not provide detailed analysis.

AI-Summary

Pros

  • The ceramic bearings spin really nice and freely when clean.

Cons

  • No cons found in the analysis.
  • Key Points

    • Designed for 11-speed Shimano, specifically for Dura Ace and Ultegra.
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    $21.59
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    €16.79
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    Β£14.20
    Rating there:
    4.6 (161 reviews)
    Last checked:
    1 day
    ago

    SENICX PR3 Gravel Bike Crankset 40T/42T/44T chainring 165mm 170mm 175mm Crank 10/11S Speed 24MM

    Created: July 08, 2025

    The reviewer discusses the SENICX PR3 Gravel Bike Crankset, highlighting its affordability and durability. They mention using the road edition previously and praise its performance despite not being the lightest option.

    AI-Summary

    Pros

    • Affordable
    • Durable and bomb-proof
    • Comes with a single gravel narrow wide chain ring
    • Uses a 24mm Shimano style axle with a three-bolt chain ring mount
    • Includes handy preload tool for Shimano style preload system

    Cons

    • Not the lightest option

    Key Points

    • Weight: 580g for cranks, 687g with chain ring, just under 700g with all hardware
    • Uses 24mm Shimano style axle
    • Three-bolt chain ring mount
    • Includes gravel narrow wide chain ring
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    $80.71
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    €54.39
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    Β£49.36
    Rating there:
    4.9 (19 reviews)
    Last checked:
    1 day
    ago

    IIIPRO Bicycle mechanical line pull brake converted to hydraulic brake modified parts

    Created: July 08, 2025

    The reviewer briefly mentions the IIIPRO Bicycle mechanical line pull brake converted to hydraulic brake modified parts but does not provide detailed analysis.

    AI-Summary

    Pros

    • Allows running hydraulic calipers with mechanical shifters
    • Neater system compared to running cables all the way to the caliper
    • Majority of the way to the caliper is purely hydraulic

    Cons

    • Not the lightest
    • Chunky to mount into handlebars
    • Flat mount design may not be compatible with all bikes

    Key Points

    • Similar to the Hope system
    • Short runner cable from mechanical levers
    • Ceramic pistons
    • Flat mount design
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    $102.23
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    €64.99
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    Β£52.79
    Rating there:
    5.0 (6 reviews)
    Last checked:
    1 day
    ago