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I have run a Power2Max crank-based power meter on my V20 for the past five years. The V20 is my only bike so this works for me - I don't have the need for a pedal based system. What I like about this product is that it just works. I only have to change the battery every 12 to 15 months and it...

Hey Drewe What length cranks did you have on the Sofrider? I used to run 172.5 mm on my Specialized Roubaix and Volae Club. When I ran into problems with knee pain a friend who was a trained bike fitter recommended I move to shorter cranks. As a result, I moved to 165 mm cranks when I bought...

The Vendetta (2017 V2) is my only bike. I use a crank-based, Power2Max Type S power meter fitted to Rotor 3D 165mm crankarms - based on DC Rainmakers recommendation at the time. It just works. No hassle. Change the battery once every 12 to 15 months. No doubt I'd be just as happy with a SRAM...

Hey Andy Since you loved your Encore, I'm certain you'll love your Vendetta even more once you get a few weeks on the bike under your belt. I came from a steel-framed Volae and wouldn't go back to any form of stick bike. Unless you're a really heavy guy, I don't believe you need to go to 160...

You can run tubes in tubeless rims and in tubeless tires. Because I had trouble getting tubeless tires to seat in my tubeless rims (unless I took the wheel to my LBS who used a compressor), I run latex tubes inside (and put the sealant in the tube).

On my Vendetta I currently run a 35mm front / 50mm rear carbon wheelset from Wheelworks - https://www.wheelworks.co.nz/shop-2/road-wheels/maker-ar-disc/. I really like this set-up. Looks great and there are no issues at all in cross winds. That said, if and when I purchase the next model...

I run a 25mm Continental GP4000S II on the front and a 28mm Schwalbe Pro One Tubeless on the back (with latex tube because I've had all sorts of hassles setting up tubeless on the my rims). Same experience as Robert - both are fast with loads of cornering grip. The Schwalbe Pro One seem to wear...

I completely agree jd

Actually I'm pretty sure you're right, on reflection. A narrow rim would force the tire up higher, while a wider rim would cause the tire to spread wider and not raise so high.

That's impressive, and unexpected. I run a 28mm tire on the back, but on a Wheelworks Maker carbon rim with a 17mm internal width it runs things close. I run 25mm on the front because my measurements suggest there would only be 2 to 2 mm clearance with a 28mm tire. Although I really would like...

On cue, Boyd Cycling release their new road disc wheel with a giant 22mm internal width (and 29mm external width) for road tires up to 30mm wide. Details here: https://www.boydcycling.com/shop/pinnacle-series/36-road-disc-rear-wheel/ and here...

Dang! I hadn't realised that there were so many different thru-axle standards (can we even call them standards if there are 10 of them?) Possibly the best time for Cruzbike to release their next-gen Vendetta would be in 2020 when Dura-Ace and Red 12-speed group-sets become available. Hopefully...

I didn’t ride with the group this morning as I had a draining week and needed a sleep-in. Instead had an easy 90 minute ride on the trainer, which gave me time to think about this. After riding the Vendetta for 18 months, I love this bike. Best bike on the planet for the type of riding I do...

The AI33 rims look to be a great option. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aforcewheels/al33-the-fastest-aluminum-bicycle-wheels I would have bought a disc set built up by November Bicycles if they had been available last year when I built up my Vendetta...

I'm considering setting up a Silvio S30 as an adventure/gravel bike. A recumbent version of the Mason Bokeh if you will. I was hoping to be able to run the Compass 650B x42 Babyshoe Pass front and rear. But it looks like that could only happen on the rear. Disappointing as the latest version of...