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Thanks!

Got to keep things interesting

I think you should go for it! Those Shimano power meters are catching some bad press by the power meter review folks either way.

@oliverdowd1996 also I'm thinking about the inevitable day the Shimano pm stops working and I'm running a 750 gram dum crank haha

Not that I know of

I'm not sure, but it's compatible with Shimano chainrings which will have better shift performance

Yeah I use aero bars sometimes and they also unlock the potential of playing video games with your hands on a remote control instead of the bars

For me the main advantage of the more expensive trainers is how quiet they are for the sake of my neighbors. But it's not like you can train any more effectively on a free trainer you found in the trash vs a top of the line trainer. In the end all that matters is seeing the power numbers from a reliable power source.

The smart trainer "trap"? There is no trap. Anybody who is serious about cycling is going to have a smart trainer if they can afford it or not ride indoors at all. Power meters are a must to monitor your progress once your fitness plateaus somewhat. The only reason to use a "dumb" trainer is when you don't have the cash. They pretty much last forever.

Jerseys have always been good. I had a pair maybe 5 years ago and they weren't great, but these are a big step up.

Seems like there's a lot of love for ykyw in the comments

I'll put that on the list!

Maybe that will be the next pair I test

I second the Lameda bibs, they are the best option on ali express.

I third...I dont have any "premium" bibs, but these feel glorious. LAMEDA Summer Cycling Bib Shorts, as a search, should bring up some for £38. They feel so smooth to the touch.

@ I’m so glad that someone else enjoys them. I payed 78,000 Korean won for them here, 43 pounds, and I’ve never had an issue. It made saddle sores reduce significantly. I really just want everyone to hear about them. Also their winter bibs disconnect like many women’s bibs do, so endurance rides are much nicer when nature calls.

@piercemorrison1202 I also got the Lameda Bicycles Bike Long Sleeve Jersey Sets Men Cycling Sets, in Blue. £66 here. Absolutely lovely.

Bici carries assos, but I got mine a long time ago before moving to Vancouver. Never tried 7 mesh.

That's good to know. I obviously haven't tested the longevity but it seems like you have!

I’ve been trying ykyw since November for indoor rides. They’re initially nice and comfortable, but the chamois seems like it is not good for rides longer than 30 minutes. I think I’d rather get a more expensive bib for longer rides.

Been using Spexcel and YKYW for years. I find, the Spexcel are good for 1hr max. The YKYW with an 8 hr pad are good. Done 6hr rides on them without discomfort.

The ykyw​ are fairly comfortable for my anatomy for even multi hour rides. Their real benefit is that I can buy a bunch and have a whole week of bibs for winter indoor rides. No need to do daily laundry is such a boon. @@JimUe1

@@xceolite thank you. i didn't know about 8 hour version... i'll give it a look. ✌

@@Shadowboost getting laid off with a couple months of severance. I was essentially getting paid to ride 😀

@oliverdowd1978 same :). Not making the power you're doing, but still out having fun

I was just shy of 68kg on the day I tested

Thanks Jeff! Hopefully I can make a trip back during the summer again

Probably a bit of both, but my biggest gains came after I was back working.

After work on the weekdays and morning on the weekends

Hopefully next summer includes more CAC

Thanks! More to come!

I can fit 28mm but I was riding an ostro with 30mm last season and it was a comfier ride.

No there is a very small gap between the spider and the crank arm

I like them so much I've collected 3 just to have spares!

@@oliverdowd1996 me too. if they ever go out of business I will probably order 5.

Thanks!

Maybe I'll have to make a new fredworks

Yeah especially since companies lost the plot and stopped developing full aero bike

Yeah the color scheme seems to have aged better than the other color schemes from around that era

Thanks! Appreciate you tuning into my videos and commenting!

I'm in Vancouver so we have some fairly long decents. In the dry I'm not worried but in the wet I have to take them really cautiously compared to on a disc bike

It's totally fine in the dry

Pure time trial the S5 is faster. Ostro is more comfortabl, more planted on the road, and easier to manage in the bunch because of wider tires and disc brakes. If you ever race in the rain the rim brakes will put you at a big disadvantages. I have a video comparison here ua-cam.com/video/d5TWlgJAxAA/v-deo.html

I just rode a Rapha Ostro VAM for two days. It's not faster than my old Supersix Evo Black in day to day riding. Comfier with the wider tires and more aero, but heavier, less lively ride feel, less flickable in the corners. I see zero reason to get a new bike unless I am doing rides down long descents or in the wet. My dura ace brakes are just fine, and I prefer my shifting to the SRAM Force etap that I tried

Your welcome! I appreciate the positivity

No, I've slowly changed my position over the years to a point where I'm comfortable now

@@oliverdowd1996that’s crazy. Inspires me to be strong cyclist like you while spending less money as possible

​​@@coolkid8608 I've never gotten a bike fit either, I just know what my body likes. There's plenty of rim brake deals out there right now. I got two Supersix Evos himods for under 700 dollars each (one was 500 with dura ace and Reynolds carbon wheels)

Yes this was another option, but they don't come in a 24mm axle which I prefer since all my bikes use this standard, and they're a bit pricier

Hahaha very true and easy to forget. Most people say western I guess they mean companies that have focused traditionally on western targeted marketing.

I've ridden it outside and done a couple sprints on it. Only 1100w peak power since I'm not a really big rider.

@@oliverdowd1996 you don't look like a heavy guy. 1100 watts is pretty good.

Interesting, did this happen to you. I wasn't worried about the bolt failing I was more worried about the spindle or chainrings failing at first.

@@oliverdowd1996 that is fatal if it happen in ride.

Yes but are these cranks any more unsafe than Shimano cranks which have had issues debonding in the past? Hard to say?

@@oliverdowd1996 i can say yes this thing unsafe if the pro use it. the metal material they use for the as rot are not as good as used in shimano or sram. lexon riro goldix and other ali brand crank set use the same metal alloy as rod. this 24mm alloy is often break into two piece if the rider put to much force. some not break into two piece but the joint between the crank arm and the as rod are loosen or snap. this is rare occasion and i believe it due lack of inspection and metal quality.

@@endtimeslips4660 Did you buy this crank and it failed on you? Or did you buy a different aliexpress crank and it failed on you, if so which crank was it? This 24mm spindle is made from titanium, not aluminum. The 29mm spindle is made from aluminum, as is Sram Red per my understanding, but I'm not sure which grade of aluminum Sram uses and what grade of aluminum Lexon uses.

Yeah but I guess the folks wanting a power meter would be happy with this move.

Doesn't really change anything on that front

I have one but it only goes up to 8nm

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The new Scott has nothing on me!

ua-cam.com/video/h3k_C4Gj3Is/v-deo.htmlsi=YIlCN2y-4rtpn20l Just uploaded the weigh in video

Good guess! I'm on a 56 so not small but also not massive. I think this is also probably the lightest colorway too

You were close. I just uploaded the weigh in ua-cam.com/video/h3k_C4Gj3Is/v-deo.htmlsi=YIlCN2y-4rtpn20l

TPU tubes, Dura Ace cassette if you don't run it or drinks bottle holders. Or if it's only 30 grams, cut your excess seatpost! That's defo dead weight.