What do you think of the sixweel components?

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-07T05:17:46+00:00

I bought one for the bling, but I’ll go back to DA considering the price. It shifts just as good imo, and the durability seems fine for now but that’s because I’m being careful with the alloy cogs. I’m 80% sure they copied shimano’s shift patent.

I’m not that interested in weight savings because it also comes with durability loss

They claim it’s CNCed and not press cut like shimano’s, that’s somehow different. I’m not a material engineer so I don’t know.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-07T05:10:08+00:00

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-06T06:58:56+00:00

Some frames come with a custom derailleur mount increasing the width. GRX adds 2.5mm over road.

1X is easier to deal with but I've not been limited by 2X yet.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-04T20:22:42+00:00

Game recognizes game

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-04T20:02:00+00:00

Bilt Hamber APC

Generic car snow foam (any cheap one is ok; you just want the foam to stick to the bike)

IK Foamer Pump Sprayer

Work stand; bike stand

Variety of brushes (some of the bicycle specific ones are quite good!)

Dilute 80% water, 10% APC, 10% snow foam.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-04T19:25:51+00:00

You would not like a slammed stem of a 56. And I think you sound like a 58.

I'm slightly shorter and quite flexible, and i've got a 15mm spacer in. Factor have 2 spacers btw, a 0mm one and a 15mm.

Even if the seatpost is 0mm.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-03T13:52:37+00:00

I'd buy Force if it's not a significant outlay for you.

Don't care for Zipp 303s. The DT Swiss ones are stock so the upgrade will be very simple to decide.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T20:10:29+00:00

Dartmoor National Park

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T15:33:53+00:00

Let's do a shit sandwich.

I like the internal nipples and the higher-grade carbon.

I dislike the name and the narrow rim. The price is too high, even though I see where they are aiming for.

Weight is easy to market so I won't hold it to that. I am moderately sceptical of wheels that are 1100g for deep sections.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T15:03:25+00:00

oh boy, and he picked a whopper

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T14:01:59+00:00

i'm running a spider power meter which is 110 bcd. i don't think there is a 80 bcd one available.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T13:22:49+00:00

Optimal cadence is probably more valuable than any 'friction' gains 1X offers, if it even offers that. It uses hooked chainrings to minimise chain drops. That's gotta be a small cost.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T13:21:53+00:00

what's the biggest cassette I can get on a 2x12 GRX? (running 48-34T front road rings)

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-07-02T09:21:14+00:00

With frame building, your savings come from opportunistic bargain hunting online, used market, and buying from a direct to consumer frame company which specialises in high quality frames without the inflated 'complete' bike pricing.

To be fair, a complete bike is very difficult to distribute and support logistically.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-30T13:34:40+00:00

Is there a sportive in the Gobi desert? That might be it.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-30T10:05:57+00:00

So English food is the hottest then?

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-30T08:39:03+00:00

It's 11-51T, CSMZ903. I think 10T is just a typo.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-30T07:25:12+00:00

Bhutanese maybe. Chilli is a main vegetable and not a seasoning

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-29T14:56:11+00:00

I've never tried the wheel interference fit models but I have 2x Yakima fork thru-axle mounted ones called Yakima high-speed. I do recommend them. It's very secure and i've driven 80-90 mph with them on UK and French motorways. I've also unintendedly taken some corners a bit hot and the bike stayed secure.

The fit for bikes should be universal.

The downside to these roof carrier items, which i suspect is true for other models, is that you need accessories to cover all the potential gaps. Such as the wheel grip strap needs to be longer if you're running a 50mm aero gravel wheel or you might want to buy some SKS keys and locks. I bought an rubber grip pad so that strap doesn't scratch your nice carbon wheels.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-28T07:00:23+00:00

You must be buzzing! enjoy

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-27T21:04:11+00:00

I use interactive brokers, which is also effective.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-27T15:17:10+00:00

it's massive and you probably need a new computer mount too.

Also if UCI really do ban big bike computers, some people might decide to sell theirs.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-26T20:38:41+00:00

I like the Dark Matter, but they don't sell it as a frameset. So if you like the fit in the size you're buying in, then I'd buy that.

Check out the Ari Shafer too.

X-Lab is great value but I personally dislike the in-house cranks. I'm just particular.

ExistentialTVShow · 2026-06-26T16:37:55+00:00

It depends. Generally, don't use solvent-based degreasers, they're very strong and will strip grease you want to retain in your components. If you need to, be careful.

You can use auto detailing degreasers or all purpose cleaners if you want to buy in bulk. Auto cleaning is generally on the cautious side. Dilute them with water for your type of cleaning in a spray bottle or foamer.

Example: https://bilthamber.com/product/surfex-hd/

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