I decided I wanted a more modern road bike so I can see if I’m missing anything. Now I just don’t need everything modern, but here is what I want to try: Carbon frame/fork/seat post Mostly internal cable routing Thru Axles Disc Brakes Deep carbon wheels Wide road tires 11-12 speed groupset Lightweight Now IContinue reading “2017 Raleigh Clubman Carbon Frameset”
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Thinvik TPU Inner Tube 700 x 18-32 Review
I’m trying to build a really light modernish road bike and so I’ve decided to try out TPU tubes. When they first hit the market, they were just too expensive for me, but the Thinvik tubes were about $10 each which isn’t so bad. They also have metal stems which seem like an improvement overContinue reading “Thinvik TPU Inner Tube 700 x 18-32 Review”
Elitewheels Carbon Disc 700c Wheelset 50mm Amazon Review
I’ve decided to build a more modern carbon road bike which requires some nice deep carbon wheels. I’m on a tight budget so I looked around at all the China options that often get very good reviews. Elitewheels have become a sponsor of GCN so that really gave me confidence in their quality. On topContinue reading “Elitewheels Carbon Disc 700c Wheelset 50mm Amazon Review”
KMC X10SL 10-Speed Bicycle Chain Review
I really like KMC chains and am always looking for fun ways to lighten my Surly Cross Check. My X10 chain worked great, but I decided to switch it up with the X10SL. Great looking chain, have a look: Specs Model: X10SL Color: Silver Size: ½”x11/128” Hollow pins and plates Material: steel Length: 116 linksContinue reading “KMC X10SL 10-Speed Bicycle Chain Review”
Box Three Mini V-Brake 85mm Review Gravel Bike
I don’t really love the look of cantilever brakes on a gravel bike, especially on my Surly Cross Check which I use as a road bike. So, I spent many hours looking for an alternative that I would find more attractive. I couldn’t find a great installed picture, but the Box Three mini v-brakes reallyContinue reading “Box Three Mini V-Brake 85mm Review Gravel Bike”
Frugal Average Bicyclist 