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3watts saving but you can get 1.34 by changing to Ceramicspeed jockey wheels (in 11t). It’s on Ceramic Speed but actually data from FrictionFacts https://www.ceramicspeed.com/en/sport/inside/test-data-reports/increase-drivetrain-efficiency/
Hmmm…thanks for the link, but I’d rather see data from an independent source.
As above, Friction Facts isn’t owned by Ceramic Speed it used to be run by Jason Smith. He’s completely independent and actually runs a different company called Zero Friciton cycling; https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/
3watts saving but you can get
3watts saving but you can get 1.34 by changing to Ceramicspeed jockey wheels (in 11t). It’s on Ceramic Speed but actually data from FrictionFacts https://www.ceramicspeed.com/en/sport/inside/test-data-reports/increase-drivetrain-efficiency/
Muin user here. Above posts
Muin user here. Above posts are right, if you just want to Zwift it’s not the trainer for you. I had been using a Bkool for the past 3 years and this was much better for Zwift.
The Elite is better for intervals or base training and is very quiet (I’ve moved to a flat), if you are just wanting to keep the legs turning and have more fun on the turbo I would go for something smart like the Tacx. If you want to do more serious sessions rather than just ticking over your legs the Muin may be a better choice
Another good option would be
Another good option would be one of the Hunt wheelsets or the Cero ARD from cycle division
I would have a word with the
I would have a word with the chaps at Cycle Division (https://www.cycledivision.co.uk/sale?p=2) they currently have a lot of stock of last seasons bikes. They would be able to do a bikefit and recommend you if you can go to there store or give you info online. You could probably get hydraulic discs if you look at sale items
Shimano are 24mm axle and GXP
Shimano are 24mm axle and GXP axles are 24/22mm, hope this helps
Hi Simon, to go 11 speed you
Hi Simon, to go 11 speed you would also require a set of new shifters (around £100-125) for 11 speed 105.
If you are happy with 10 speed and would just like to keep the bike running you can return the cassette and chain and exchange them for 10 speed equivalents. The chainset will be fine with either 10 or 11 speed chains it is just marketing rubbish that it won’t work.
All in all it comes down to whether you want to spend the money to go 11 speed or not…
Not entirely sure where you
Not entirely sure where you are based but you can hire one for the day from either their Peak District or Lake District stores for a minimal fee (pretty sure you get it back if you make purchases in store).
Alternatively they can deliver a hire bike to your house with return postage for £30 so you can actually try it out on your route. All the info can be found here; https://www.alpkit.com/support/stickies/sonder-bike-demo-days
PS. Don’t work for Alpkit and never have just ride with a couple of their guys sometimes and they are all great chaps!
If you liked your TCR maybe
If you liked your TCR maybe go for something like this (if you wanted rim brakes) save you £1200, full guarantee and although it’s not Dura Ace you get Ultegra DI2; https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Giant-TCR-Advanced-Pro-0-Disc-2019-Road-Bike_200561.htm
Psyzen wrote:
Does the QR rather than through axle concern anyone with this bike? Someone I know claimed to have all sorts of issues with brake alignment due to the combination of Hyrdo disks and quick release rather than through axles.Most mountain bikes have been using this on the rear for years and its not an issue. It’s only an issue for people that are constantly removing wheels as it may sit differently in drop out. Just loosen the brake caliper bolts pull the lever a few times then tighten it back up
Have a look at the Genesis
Have a look at the Genesis Equilibrium and Volare, they have 931 or Ti versions of both and you can normally pick up one up in your budget onEbay
Also, if your forks are
Also, if your forks are unusable and the front wheel is damaged you will probably need a new frame as no reputable LBS will risk the integrity of your frame and headtube
Madison UK are the UK
From the websites they are on I would presume that they are starting off as OEM only. Merlin and the usual german sites tend to buy excess stuff from suppliers.
Madison UK are the UK distirbutors so any shop that stocks Shimano would be able to order them in for you. The DT Swiss wheels do look lovely and if your heart is set they won’t be a bad wheelset.
But as you asked some alternatives which may be good;
DCR Wheels will handbuild you their rims onto DT Swiss 240s hubs for £1050 (£1100 for disc)
Just Riding Along will do the same with either I9 or their own hubs here; http://www.justridingalong.com/sale-products/industry-nine-30-off/classic-road-hub-sets.html
If you’re not set on 47mm wheels and could go for 35mm you can get some cheaper (and lighter) wheels here; https://qwertycycles.co.uk/products/cannondale-hollowgram-si-road-wheelset-ka106-ws?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=googlepla&variant=30908946761&gclid=Cj0KCQjwvLLZBRDrARIsADU6ojDwgciknvX0lH0SEjIra3Izadw71XbFqFp_ChF5m8RM7A9No2lkRhgaApGmEALw_wcB
Go with the Propel, lifetime
Go with the Propel, lifetime warranty on the frame and excellent back up. Planet X customer service is normally terrible
