High-quality components can significantly improve your bike’s performance. I research, test, and write mainly about:
• Wheelsets
• Groupsets
• Pedals
• Saddles
So whether you want to get an upgrade or replace a broken part, learn what options are available on the market, or learn something new, you are in the right place.
Magene will launch QED2, its second electronic road groupset, on November 19, with fully wireless shifting and 2×13 speeds.
Magene QED2: A Fully Wireless 13-Speed Groupset Is Coming Read More »
I’d never heard of Toccay until they reached out to me directly. A Chinese wheelset manufacturer operating somewhat under the radar in the US or Europe isn’t particularly unusual. Naturally,
Toccay AERO-60 Ghost Review: A Pleasant Surprise! Read More »
The sub-1-kg wheelset category is expanding, and after recently testing the Particle GCX45, the benchmark was set. Naturally, I was curious to find out how other brands approach this ultralight
UPVINE Ultra D40 Review: Climber’s Dream Wheels Read More »
The first UPVINE Pro+ surprised me, and that’s not a sentence I hand out to every wheelset from a brand barely anyone in Europe had heard of. So when UPVINE
UPVINE Pro+ 2 Review: Future-Proof… Except for One Catch Read More »
I found the Mixed 5D the way a lot of people did, through Cam Nichols’ videos with bike fitter Neil Stanbury. I was skeptical. A full carbon saddle from AliExpress
Mixed 5D Saddle Review: Cheap, Lightweight, and Comfy Read More »
Chinese carbon cranks have moved well past the copycat phase. Brands like Elilee, Cybrei, and Incolor are now engineering cranks from scratch. The more serious brands also conduct independent fatigue
The 6 Best Chinese Carbon Cranks(ets) to Save Weight Read More »
So, I’ve already tested over 20 pairs of Chinese wheelsets. But the Particle GCX45 Hyperlight wheels have to be the most ridiculous wheels I’ve tested. Why? Because these are the
Particle GCX45 Hyperlight Review: The Lightest Wheels I Ever Tested! Read More »
The global cycling community is currently anticipating the next generation of Shimano’s groupsets, most likely designated as the Dura-Ace R9300 and Ultegra R8200 series. While they don’t yet exist, a
Shimano Dura-Ace and Ultegra 2026 Rumors: What to Expect and What I Want to See? Read More »
If you are buying a new wheelset, you might encounter two hub flange designs: closed and open. Open hub flange designs have a troubling history, as they can lead to
Closed vs. Open Hub Flanges Explained Read More »
The Lún HYPER 5 wheels are expected to be the best HYPER wheels from Winspace. Is that really so? I conducted in-house QC tests and rode them for over 1000
Lún HYPER 5 Review: Where Do We Go From Here? Read More »
Before building the Winspace SLC5, I was thinking about where I could save some grams. Finally, I decided to try carbon cranks. After all, the Elilee cranks are supposed to
Elilee X310 Cranks Review: A Worthy Upgrade? Read More »
A few days ago, a series of videos started spreading on Chinese TikTok and various other platforms. The first one showed a cyclist whose brakes failed while going downhill, causing
Magene QED Brakes Failure: Who Is to Blame? Read More »
Crank length is key to cycling efficiency, comfort, and performance. Choosing the right size depends on several factors. While a bike fitter can provide expert guidance, this article offers a
Crank Length: The Pros and Cons of Short vs. Long Cranks Read More »
When choosing a new wheelset, you will encounter different rim widths. In this article, we dive deep into the topic of which rim and tire width to choose for road
Tire Width vs. Rim Width: What’s the Ideal Width for Road Cycling? Read More »
One topic often discussed when choosing carbon wheels is spokes. In this article, we’ll look at the pros and cons of carbon vs. steel spokes. I’ll share my experience testing
Carbon vs. Steel Spokes: Which Ones Should You Choose When Buying New Wheels? Read More »
Are you unsure which Elitewheels road wheels to buy and whether you should shop on AliExpress or the official website? Then you’ve come to the right place. I had the
Elitewheels DRIVE HELIX, DRIVE, VELO Six, Marvel, EDGE, ENT, SLT, SLR, and PRO Compared Read More »
I’ve been riding Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 for over 5,000 km. I upgraded to it from the previous generation, Ultegra R8050. Below, I share my experience with it and the
Shimano Ultegra R8100 12spd Di2 Review: Is It Overpriced? Read More »
Magene revealed a new semi-wireless 2×12spd road groupset at Shanghai’s 2024 China International Bicycle Fair. I have limited details from my sources. However, I’ve been told that the groupset will
Magene Showcased QED: A New 2×12spd Electronic Road Bike Groupset in Shanghai Read More »
I’ve been riding Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050 for over 20,000 km. It was my first electronic groupset, and I transitioned from Shimano 105 2×11spd. So, what’s my experience, and would
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050 Review: 20,000 km Later! Read More »
Elitewheels EDGE wheels are among the best-selling carbon wheels on AliExpress. During Black Friday sales, I bought them for an incredible price of around $470. However, I made a mistake
Elitewheels EDGE 50mm Review: Cheap and Lightweight but Soft Read More »
