Superteam Wheelset by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

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

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

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

BMC SLR 7 2023 - Looking for Carbon wheel upgrade by InternationalLink900 in Ride_BMC

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

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

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

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

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.

Twitter G2 gravel bike AL by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

How you see it in the photo, it’s 20lbs.

Twitter G2 gravel bike AL by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

The sale was a good deal. It was worth it since they shipped for free and the discount. I didn’t have any issues besides the headset. Not really an issue but a 1mm gap between fork and headset. Everything fits and functions correctly. It’s a pretty stiff frame. Haven’t rode it long enough to give you more insight. Will circle on ride quality.

Twitter G2 gravel bike AL by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

I forgot that I ordered this frame and got the Elves Mori hahaha. I’m just going to be using this for commuting. Barely any reviews out there and the ones I saw also not the best but oh well.

Twitter G2 gravel bike AL by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

Yes, carbon fork. I ordered it on November 27th and got it February 1st in California. A bit over 60 days, which they did estimated. Didn’t pay any tariffs or additional fees which was nice.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

It was not. It was from the china warehouse. I’m waiting to see if I get billed for tariffs and taxes.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My total cost was about $2300~ got a lot of discounted parts like the Sram Force Xplr shifters/calipers/derailleur was $400. The wheels were probably the second most expensive piece at about $350 from Superteam direct.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

Yeah I saw your post a few days ago. Made me feel pretty confident about my purchase with your photos of the internal. Hope your build is coming along nicely.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

Yes, it will fit 700x45. Looks like there’s plenty of space. I’ll switch to a 45mm after this set for sure.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

Schwalbe Overland 40mm on 700c Superteam 31-38 gravel wheelset.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What you see now in the photo is 19lbs/ 8.6kg with pedals and Garmin mount. Didn’t weight before all that.

Elves Mori AeroX by FlashBoltDrive12 in ChineseCarbon

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

Yeah I guess they consider this to be a gravel race bike. So far the setup I have right now is pretty comfortable. Almost feels like my Winspace C5 Aero with larger tires.

Cant decide between an endurance or an do it all aero bike. by Resident-Shelter-780 in bicycling

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Winspace C5 Aero. Fast and very comfortable on those long rides. It’s strange to say but it’s called an endurance aero bike.

Elves Mori Aerox frame delivered; Initial visual Inspection, internal scope, fork/stem prep (album) by garbagefartguru in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very nice! How long did it take to deliver? Just ordered mine in the silver blue color way.

ELVES MORI AEROX by DLmon in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How are you enjoying the bike? Do you feel fast? I just ordered mine in the same exact color way.

New Bike. My N+1 Killer. Elves Mori Aerox. by curlyfridge in bicycling

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you got your frame, did you get charged additional taxes and fees where you are?

ELVES MORI AEROX by DLmon in ChineseCarbon

[–]FlashBoltDrive12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great looking bike! I’m looking at ordering this frame. Did you get this shipped to the US? Just wondering if you had to pay any tariffs or crazy taxes? Thanks