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Fabike C3: Assembly Part 3 - Adding Mudguards and Accessories
In this final part of the Fabike C3 bike build, I put on the finishing touches to make this bike a proper all-weather commuting bike. It already has the weather-proof Alfine 11 Di2 internal hub, Gates...
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S-Ride 12 Speed MTB Groupset
Are you riding a mountain bike? What drivetrain do you use on your mountain bike? In recent years, the mountain bike drivetrain has undergone a huge shift, from the traditional front triple system, to...
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Polygon Cozmic CX3.0: 1x12 Speed, Maxxis Tires, ODI Grips
It has been 5 years since I bought the Polygon Cozmic CX3.0 mountain bike, and some components are way overdue for a change! For example, the tires are still the stock Kenda tires, and it is definitely...
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Shimano Ultegra R8000 vs 6800: Brake Calipers
Although hydraulic disc brakes are becoming more popular on road bikes, traditional mechanical caliper brakes are still used on many bikes, as they are simpler to adjust for the home mechanic and also...
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SRAM NX Eagle 12 Speed Groupset
I first tried the budget S-Ride 12 speed MTB groupset on the Polygon Cozmic CX3.0, and it was quite an eye-opening experience. The wider gear range offered by the 11-50T cassette meant that I could...
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Java Neo 2 Folding Bike: Introduction Part 1 of 2
New folding bikes are introduced every year, but it is rare to see a new folding method that is different from previous designs. There are two main types of folding methods that are popular, which I...
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Java Neo 2 Folding Bike: Introduction Part 2 of 2
Continuing from the first part of the introduction to the Java Neo 2 folding bike, let's take a closer look at the folding method and design!The most interesting feature of this new folding design is...
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Java Neo 2 vs Dahon MuEX
How does the Java Neo 2 folding bike compare to other folding bikes? After introducing the main features and specifications of the bike in Part 1 and Part 2, let us now compare it with another bike. In...
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Polygon Cozmic CX3.0: SRAM NX Eagle 1x12 Speed
Not too long ago, I installed the 1x12 speed S-Ride groupset onto the Polygon MTB to test it out. It was always intended to be a temporary installation, until the next interesting groupset comes along....
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S-Ride vs SRAM: 12 Speed MTB Groupset
In the recent few months, 1x12 speed MTB groupsets have become more popular and commonplace. It all started with the SRAM Eagle groupset a couple of years ago, followed by a few other upgrade kits by...
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Strider 12 Sport Balance Bike
One of the most popular push bike for kids is the Strider, which is famous for their well designed kids bikes. On a recent trip to Japan, I came across the Strider at BIC Camera, with a wide range of...
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Ascent Bolt Mini Velo: Introduction
Out of all the types of bikes that I have ridden, two of my favourites are E-bikes and mini velos. E-bikes are very popular in Europe, as they allow people of different fitness levels to cycle...
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Ascent Bolt Mini Velo: Geometry Comparison + Ride Review
In the first part of the Ascent Bolt mini velo introduction, the general specifications and key features of the frameset was shown. In this second post, I will compare the geometry of the Ascent Bolt...
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Ninebot by Segway ES2 E-Scooter: Handlebar and Power Modes
Well this is not a bicycle or bike component, but it is something that is similar in terms of function and usage. A while ago, I bought a normal kick scooter (Oxelo Town 7 XL), just to test it out and...
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Ninebot by Segway ES2 E-Scooter: Lights and Suspension
After taking a look at the handlebar area of the Ninebot by Segway ES2 E-Scooter, let's now take a look at the other parts of the e-scooter. More specifically, the integrated lights and also the...
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Ninebot by Segway ES2 E-Scooter: Folding Mechanism, Mobile App, Battery...
Finally, let's take a close look at the folding mechanism of the ES2 e-scooter. It is difficult to design a folding joint that is strong, durable and also free from looseness. For the last requirement,...
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Ninebot by Segway ES2 E-Scooter: Rear Wheel Maintenance
After barely 50 km of riding on the Segway-Ninebot ES2 e-scooter, I found that the rear wheel has developed some looseness. When pushing it from side to side, there is noticeable play. Also, when...
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SLX M7000 Front Single MTB Crankset
For those who are still running multiple chainrings on your mountain bikes, it is time to consider switching to a front single chainring! With the rapid rise in popularity and performance of 11 and 12...
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Polygon Cozmic CX3.0: SRAM GX Eagle Gripshift Setup
The Polygon Cozmic CX3.0 MTB gets yet another modification, so that I can try out different components! This time, it is the less common Gripshift that is made by SRAM. Most MTB shifters on the market...
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Ascent Bikes Road Crankset
For my new bike building project, I will be running a 1x11 speed drivetrain. As such, I will require a front single crankset, using a chain ring with narrow-wide teeth for chain retention.I have...
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