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.
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 »
I’ve been dealing with saddle discomfort for a while now. Despite trying many saddles recommended by bike fitters and various methods, I’ve tried many saddles that should fit me, but
Posedla Joyseat 1 and 2 Review: Bike Saddle(s) Like No Other! Read More »
If you have read Cyclists Hub for some time, you know I use Tufo Comtura 4 TR tires as my reference tires. However, in 2023, Tufo released a new tire
Tufo Comtura Prima Review: Fast and Grippy Racing Tires Read More »
In this guide, I will walk you through installing tubeless tires on your bike. I demonstrated it on road tires, but it also applies to gravel and mountain bike tires.
How to Install Tubeless Tires? Easy to Follow Guide! Read More »
