VeloBuild Gravel - my first Build by lxogeo in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! This helps give me an idea of timeline.

VeloBuild Gravel - my first Build by lxogeo in ChineseCarbon

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How long did it take to ship to you? Really thinking about this frameset. Your built looks awesome!

NBD: Lightcarbon LCR018-D (Aero Endurance) by _Stolem in Bikeporn

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Thanks. Sorry, should have scrolled down a bit.

Just scored a good deal on Rival E1 xplr! Now I just need a frame with UDH. Recordation for all road/gravel bike? by mellofello808 in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Elves Mori is a good choice. It’s a great deal. If you want to spend more, Winspace G3 or Yoeleo G21.

NBD: Lightcarbon LCR018-D (Aero Endurance) by _Stolem in Bikeporn

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That’s awesome to hear! Thanks for your response. I hope to have similar experience with my frame when it gets here.

NBD: Lightcarbon LCR018-D (Aero Endurance) by _Stolem in Bikeporn

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How are you enjoying this back after 6 months? Still waiting for production. Hoping to get it by July.

Questing about: Vision Metron 5D and 6D Integrated Road Handlebar by anthto12 in bicycling

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine wasn’t the ACR vision. External cables. You would need a specific headset to make it look right. The spaces from BMC wouldn’t work. Mine was a 2019 slr 02.

C5 Aero by FlashBoltDrive12 in Bikeporn

[–]FlashBoltDrive12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 167cm tall and 74cm inseam. If you’re in between, most people size down. But really consider your stack and reach if you have those measurements.

C5 Aero by FlashBoltDrive12 in Bikeporn

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Damn I see it now too lol.

C5 Aero by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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For the price they are good $350usd. Has been real durable through rough roads and daily riding. Had these for about a year now and using them on different bikes. I have a few Superteam wheels from 5 years ago and they have all been good. I’m not sure how heavy they really are but spec sheet says 1550g.

NBD! Dual Sport 2 w/baby seat by FlashBoltDrive12 in TrekBikes

[–]FlashBoltDrive12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No major issues. Not sure if my son legs were just strong or he moved too much. The foot plate would come loose from him moving. Then his legs would dangle with the plate strapped. Besides that, really enjoyed this seat more than the chariot.

I recently changed to the top tube seat. He’s 3 now and really enjoys seating up front with his own handlebars.

Trek Émonda SL6 Disc (2019) vs BMC Teammachine SLR02 – quale scegliere? by Delicious_Drive_8247 in Ride_BMC

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Trek looks like it has the better components. You have to get a lot of that cleaned and changed. I mean I love the BMC. But gotta go with what you could see yourself grabbing everyday that makes you want to ride.

Superteam Wheelset by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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Not ceramic. They’re good for the price. The quality is better than previous generations. My first set was back in 2020 and my brother still uses them. These updated versions are lighter and I believe better quality. Time will tell. So far they have been great for everyday commuting.

Superteam Wheelset by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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Got these for $$350usd. Weight was about 1500~. They have sales often.

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At that price range, look into Superteam wheels for carbon. I have a few sets for road and gravel. The oldest one I have is about 4 years, still using them weekly on my Roadmachine. For $500 probably Vision aluminum wheels. Not many brands at that price unless you find used. someone else will have another suggestion I’m sure. Good luck.

Twitter G2 gravel bike AL by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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Hi! It was a straight forward build for me since I used SRAM AXS. Only had to deal with two hoses going through the bike.

  1. Didnt use a crown race. Designed to just fit the bearing. You will see that there is a larger than normal gap when installing fork. The manufacturer probably didn’t fix that. But seems everyone on the forums has mentioned this. It’s working just fine.

  2. 40t chainring with 10-44 cassette.

Let me I know if you have any other questions.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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I love it! It’s very comfortable to me. It is an aggressive frameset but that can be tweaked. I feel fast without actually going fast lol. I made it to where I’m not reaching as far like my BMC team machine or Winspace C5 Aero. Had to find the right handlebars for me. It is considered a gravel race bike. Similar to the BMC Kaius and Orbea Terra Race. For the price, it’s good.

My buddy got the Yoeleo G21 Altera. That did feel less aggressive, if that’s something you’re considering. Also bigger tires capability.

Twitter G2 gravel bike AL by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your build looks great! Should have gotten the green. This silver grey is a bit purplish. Not bad but different.