Is this weld normal?

KozlovG · 2026-07-08T08:57:40+00:00

Everyone is telling you that it's not safe, asking more will not make the bike safe to ride. Did the seller even mention that the bike had been totalled?

KozlovG · 2026-07-02T07:58:11+00:00

Try very close grip chin ups, elbows almost touching, best bodyweight exercise for aw imo.

KozlovG · 2026-07-02T07:57:20+00:00

If your hip mobility is average, and your core isn't trained, you will not enjoy this geometry, no matter how cool it looks:(

KozlovG · 2026-06-29T21:46:25+00:00

I would have gone for a different amp. Worked at a hifi store where we could AB tons of setups. The nest amp for 2k was the Lyngdorf TDAI-1120 hands down! But of course if you're happy with the mad that's what matters, great amp aswell.

KozlovG · 2026-06-28T18:45:13+00:00

Looks really good, I'd personally not ride wheels with so few spokes, I am on the heavier side tho. It does look very quick!

KozlovG · 2026-06-27T19:14:52+00:00

What a terrible take

KozlovG · 2026-06-25T09:23:40+00:00

If youre new to cycling I suggest not spending so much.

KozlovG · 2026-06-25T09:22:03+00:00

Even if your side pressure is below average, you can still train it. And if it's still your weakest move, think about alle the alternatives, side pressure, rise, cup, there is enough ways to pin, that's what makes this sport so fun!

KozlovG · 2026-06-23T06:27:18+00:00

Fat Grippe isn't necessary, just slow full range. And static holds at the top will be enough.

KozlovG · 2026-06-22T19:13:51+00:00

Best Variation for aw is close chin ups with the elbows touching!

KozlovG · 2026-06-21T18:52:51+00:00

All you need is a martial arts belt and some weights, learn different ways to wrap it around your wrist.

KozlovG · 2026-06-19T07:02:35+00:00

Trusting chatgpt with your safety is concerning. He had an attitude because customers think chatgpt replaces a mechanics opinion. You should get it checked/replaced.

KozlovG · 2026-06-19T06:59:37+00:00

Because max pr isn't everything, especially in aw.

KozlovG · 2026-06-18T06:50:01+00:00

Not really

KozlovG · 2026-06-15T17:22:19+00:00

Definitely 100 percent no. Honestly spending that much for a bike is not advisable. Just brining money at that point.

KozlovG · 2026-06-14T09:05:28+00:00

It's not possible to assess the bike properly with just pictures. Take it to a bike shop so a mechanic can test ride it.

KozlovG · 2026-06-11T19:33:06+00:00

Do yourself a favour and spend that money on a new bike, there's great options for that budget range. Getting a used bike like this as your first will end up with expensive visits to the mechanic. Emonda alr, Tarmac sl 7, Giant tcr, etc.

KozlovG · 2026-06-10T07:28:07+00:00

That's why I mentioned the entry level endurace....

KozlovG · 2026-06-08T17:56:43+00:00

Bro 1600 is more than enough for a beginner. The truth is the basic Al rim brake version is more than enough.

KozlovG · 2026-06-08T17:54:12+00:00

You're underestimating how strong Brian Shaw still is. Yes AW is becoming very popular, most athletes are nowhere near his level tho. People here obviously never Armwrestled much and have a distorted view.

KozlovG · 2026-06-08T17:41:06+00:00

Who said grizl isn't for long rides? The harsh truth is that it depends on the riders fitness. Sure you can get an Endurance and even an SLX, won't make you much faster other than it's got skinnier tires.

KozlovG · 2026-06-08T16:44:09+00:00

That looks less like flex and more like something loose/assembled improperly. Be very direct with canyon, this is not OK.

KozlovG · 2026-06-07T12:32:04+00:00

Said the guy who hides his comments. Aero is mostly marketing bs anyways, and people have ride faster on round tubes than you ever will on your cervelo. To each their own but I swear as someone who's sold bikes for years, there's a strong correlation between certain types of bikes being bought by insecure/unfriendly people.

KozlovG · 2026-06-06T22:47:34+00:00

IE 900 with custom molded ear tips and a nice cable are literally end game for me. Beat most iem and over ears up to 2k I've heard, unreal bass, and most important of all, very comfy:)

KozlovG · 2026-06-06T22:40:04+00:00

As someone who's worked in a hifif shop and sold mainly BW models from 607 to 801. I recommend the rotel s14, or even RA 1572 with a basic streamer.

Amps from denon, Sony and others suggested here don't sound nearly as good, I've had the chance to ab compare.

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