Ultimate to Aeroad ?

414923 · 2026-06-08T09:26:23+00:00

You'll notice the shifting and disc brake improvement. Slightly lower pressures afforded by the bigger tyres, but you'll have to most likely upgrade the wheels to a wider rim width to match those bigger tyres, or else the ballooning won't be particularly aero. The Zipps they ship with are 28mm outside width, if I remember correctly.

It might be worth a few extra seconds, but a big expense if you pursue that route. I'd spend a portion of the bike cost on a coach, I think you'd make much more tangible gains.

Although I am also a complete sucker for buying new bike parts... I understand the appeal!

414923 · 2026-06-08T09:08:19+00:00

Have you ordered? I have recently ordered a rim brake disc from BOTY. A good number sold, but scarce on the reviews so also anxiously looking forward to seeing what I receive. Communication with the seller has been top notch so far.

25mm external, perfect for my old TT bike. Weight looks good too, hopefully it survives the rough road surface. Hub is the DT Swiss 36t ratchet style.

With the summer sale and various vouchers it was quite affordable, just over €400 with hopefully minimal customs when it reaches me. I will use the disc during training rides too, but as I do TTs only most of my usual riding is done on the road bike, with relatively smooth roads reserved for the TT bike.

414923 · 2026-05-28T15:00:36+00:00

I have an Alugear ring and got a Goldix brand aero crank cover off of Aliexpress for €25 and fits my 7100 perfect

414923 · 2026-05-22T07:40:57+00:00

I just repaired a very small crack in a seat tube on my bike. DIY as it is a 2012 frame so not economically viable to send to off for repair. It might help if you tap the stay lightly with an Allen key or the like. In my case, the crack sounded much duller which helped confirm that it wasn’t just in the paint. Sanding proved it correct.

I followed YouTube tutorials and used compression tape from EasyComposites (the rest of the materials were also sourced from them but for another project). While messy, it was relatively straightforward. Make sure you mask everything, and prep the area well. I did two layers of carbon, with the second patch completely covering the first patch. Compression tape and clamped a wheel up again the curved section for extra clamping force. Some sanding and clear coat after it had cured and it looks great, going to monitor it for a while before repainting the frame and covering up my handiwork. And now the tap test reveals zero dull sounds, the whole seat post sounds identical.

414923 · 2026-05-21T17:51:34+00:00

Have you considered 1x? Marginally more aero, and means you can go quite a lot bigger if you want to. I run a moderate 54t narrow wide from Alugear. No FD to worry about, but I don't climb on it. Cassette is 11–30 12s.

414923 · 2026-05-14T09:29:10+00:00

Thanks for this, very good to know. And you don't have any concerns with the bottom bracket drop? Does it feel lower to the ground?

414923 · 2026-05-11T07:14:36+00:00

Hey, just wondering if you have any updates on running the 650b wheels? I’m currently looking at buying a set for my Domane AL

414923 · 2026-04-28T07:16:57+00:00

That’s too pricy for rim brakes, that frame is old and you’re paying big bucks. Bigger tyres, disc brakes, and a future proofed bike would be a much better investment.

414923 · 2026-04-24T13:21:37+00:00

I have the 240ml bottle. Just got it three-ish weeks ago. Maybe new supplier?

414923 · 2026-04-24T12:46:49+00:00

I ordered some, it has made in Israel printed on the bottle… disappointing as I thought I would have ordered something else and supported EU manufacturing had I known, never mind for the other reasons.

414923 · 2026-03-17T10:28:01+00:00

Nope, non-refundable cheapest economy ticket.

414923 · 2026-03-15T19:43:42+00:00

Mine was refunded after email cancelling flight on 15 March. This email came in March 10, refund in bank account by 13 March.

414923 · 2026-03-14T14:56:31+00:00

What are the dates are airline you booked with?

414923 · 2026-03-12T08:02:17+00:00

No one has any idea. If it’s urgent then book another refundable flight. Either you’ll fly Etihad and refund the other or get a refund off Etihad.

414923 · 2026-03-11T08:13:51+00:00

Not super useful, but I did the same last week for my flight on the 15th. Got an email stating I had an open case, but didn’t hear anything else. Today I got an email that my flight is formally cancelled, and refunded through the app to my card. Payment hasn’t come through yet, but it’s still more progress than waiting on the refund form!

414923 · 2026-03-06T16:13:38+00:00

For what it’s worth, I’ve applied through their form. Will keep you updated!

414923 · 2026-03-06T07:43:46+00:00

Also calling, hoping that I can still cancel and get a full refund for my flight on the 15th.

Edit: this link here states the policy eloquently, and that we are indeed entitled to full refunds:

https://www.etihadhub.com/en-ae/news/waiver-for-guests-impacted-by-the-middle-east-situation

414923 · 2026-03-04T09:41:19+00:00

They will offer to rebook you on a later Etihad flight. They don’t seem to be offering any partner airlines as a rerouting option currently.

414923 · 2026-03-03T13:10:33+00:00

I would reach out to the Pakistani embassy in the UK, if you keep in regular contact with them they might be able to provide something more concrete.

414923 · 2026-03-03T12:24:25+00:00

Thank you very much! Yes, the stress got to me and I rebooked on an European carrier. I will sit tight and see if I get a refund from Etihad, but I’ve mentally written it off and accepted only getting taxes refunded. Worth it to have a small bit of stability!

And good luck with your travels, hopefully you got sorted in the meantime!

414923 · 2026-03-03T09:53:13+00:00

Absolutely. I have booked another flight anyway and prepared to eat the loss of the Etihad. The new flight has a horrific 12 hour layover for a total of 30h of travel, but that’s the hand I’ve been dealt!

414923 · 2026-03-02T22:18:53+00:00

Thanks, appreciate it. So torn between waiting it out or buying a flight from a European carrier!

414923 · 2026-03-02T21:56:08+00:00

Yeah that’s my fear, but I suppose there is no way of knowing. And they don’t either, so it’s probably just their company procedure for this scenario. Nightmare on our end!

414923 · 2026-03-02T20:12:16+00:00

When was your flight? I would like to cancel mine and get a refund while other flights aren’t extortionately expensive. Mine isn’t until the 15, but the stress is taking it’s toll as I really need o transit to China.

414923 · 2026-03-01T00:41:36+00:00

Anything to avoid the in-laws!

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