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Sixwheel 12 Speed Cassette Review
The search for saving grames is not always about pure weight savings, sometimes looks start to play a big role. For reference, the Shimano 11-34t cassette weighs in at 253g. When it c...
In reviews, Dec 06, 2023
Xpedo Thrust SL Titanium Review
The Xpedo Thrust SL is the lightest look-keo style pedals on the market by a good margin. I’ve had experience with Xpedo before, with their light mtb pedals to mixed success, so I dec...
In reviews, Nov 15, 2023
Berk Lupina Short Saddle Review
One the most popular weight-weenie saddles has been the Berk Lupina. It’s a boutique brand out of Slovenia that was founded by a like-minded bike nerd who wanted to find a lightweight...
In reviews, Nov 15, 2023
handlebars
Avian Canary Handlebars
As one of the lightest one-piece handlebars on the market, I decided to take a gamble with the Avian Canary handlebars. At ~$250, they are much less expensive than name brands but sti...
In handlebars, first ride, Jan 06, 2024
first ride
ELILEE X-Novanta Crankarms
After having a friend try out these cranks for a few months, I finally decided to pull the trigger and test them out. They sell two different versions, one with an aluminum 24mm spind...
In cranks, first ride, Jan 07, 2024
CYBREI Carbon Chainrings + Bolts
I ordered these chainrings in hopes of finding a less expensive alternative to the Cabron-Ti chainrings (which have treated me pretty well). These have been pretty disappointing thoug...
In chainrings, first ride, Jan 07, 2024
CRW Works CS5060
The Craft Racing Works wheels are some of the lightest-but-still-affordable aero wheels on the market. For me, they check all the boxes: Hooked rims Low weight Easy to replace bear...
In wheels, first ride, Jan 06, 2024
Avian Canary Handlebars
As one of the lightest one-piece handlebars on the market, I decided to take a gamble with the Avian Canary handlebars. At ~$250, they are much less expensive than name brands but sti...
In handlebars, first ride, Jan 06, 2024wheels
CRW Works CS5060
The Craft Racing Works wheels are some of the lightest-but-still-affordable aero wheels on the market. For me, they check all the boxes: Hooked rims Low weight Easy to replace bear...
In wheels, first ride, Jan 06, 2024chainrings
CYBREI Carbon Chainrings + Bolts
I ordered these chainrings in hopes of finding a less expensive alternative to the Cabron-Ti chainrings (which have treated me pretty well). These have been pretty disappointing thoug...
In chainrings, first ride, Jan 07, 2024cranks
ELILEE X-Novanta Crankarms
After having a friend try out these cranks for a few months, I finally decided to pull the trigger and test them out. They sell two different versions, one with an aluminum 24mm spind...
In cranks, first ride, Jan 07, 2024rotors
Galfer Wave Center Lock Rotors
After putting nearly 6,000 miles on these through lots of gravel, hard braking, and wet conditions, I can confidently recommend these rotors. Not only do they look fantastic, but they...
In rotors, review, Jan 07, 2024
review
Galfer Wave Center Lock Rotors
After putting nearly 6,000 miles on these through lots of gravel, hard braking, and wet conditions, I can confidently recommend these rotors. Not only do they look fantastic, but they...
In rotors, review, Jan 07, 2024