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@davidgarza22672 жыл бұрын
Fun nerd fact. The different Elves bike models and wheels are named after the different elvish groups and characters from Tolkien's Middle Earth. As a LotR nerd, if they ever come up with a gravel frame I will have no choice but to buy it.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
I had to Google this, you're right, that's sooooooo interesting, I hope they make a gravel bike soon ! Thanks for the tip! 🤝
@wilfrancis90332 жыл бұрын
Here in the Philippines, Elves is considered a high-end brand frame-wise or as a built bike & for good reason. Loving the color scheme, I hope I can find one in my size. (:
@porkadobo8132 жыл бұрын
No pre. "Good quality, budget friendly" CARBON frameset. No one really considered it as "high-end".
@scieffereoaquinlisboa51402 жыл бұрын
Hi im from philippines this is a local brand from our country my uncle had the same frame and i could say this is a very very good product i can assure you that
@lilth5012 жыл бұрын
I've been riding the elves Vanya bike. For about 4 months now. The bike looks really nice cosmetically we also did found the carbon interior layup pretty messy. But so far survived no issues with the frame Built a superlight 7 kilo frame on a ultegra 8000 Mechanical Groupset.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Great bike, messy finish, I'm happy for the price I guess, as doesn't effect performance...
@redcapfitness14622 жыл бұрын
Make more videos! Frame looks great.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
On their way boss 🤝
@xxfernandez81872 жыл бұрын
Here Philippines, Elves is very popular and even considered as open-entry bike for races.
@simonalmers4523 Жыл бұрын
Good stuff Harry. Looking forward to an update!
@CanyonWanderer2 жыл бұрын
Nice to have some honest exploration of alternative frame suppliers!, looking forward for your experiences
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Some good some bad.... All shall be explained soon!
@ramilreyes69192 жыл бұрын
Hey elves user here from PH saw your video you should buy the aero integrated bar name OROME eleves company also so that your spacer on the heads set will fit I saw that you cover the hole for an electric tape, those spacer was fitter for the elves OROMe integrated Ride safe brother
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Hey, thanks! Will look into that!
@tonystrange72242 жыл бұрын
Cracking paint scheme Harry, just a shame they didn’t clear coat the white bit. Suppose that’s something you could have done if it really bothered you. Looking forward to seeing it fully built up.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Tony, thinking it might be a good thing, can do some cool Sharpie art and clear coat over the top of it 💥
@jonburnell5322 жыл бұрын
That is a stunning paint scheme! Shame about the level of detail to finish it, but when you're riding it's not as if it'll be noticeable. Looking forward to seeing the finished product 👍
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I guess when buying these frames you're not paying for a quality finish or a massive marketing department out in California... Not bad...
@user-tr1ib4fe4g2 жыл бұрын
That looks cool. Do you have videos of the other parts of your bike? I'm really curious on the brakes that you've got. I love the video and the bike. Keep it up!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Will be uploading them soon! Cheers
@telkmx2 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling any news ?
@bernardobartolome20562 жыл бұрын
We have things to consider Elves Frame are made from finest and durable carbon fiber materials and yet it's price is too much cheaper any bike lover can afford to buy this frame set compare to leading road bike frame set in the market today . . . European and Western (made) countries are too much expensive with a price of a brand new car , for us Taiwan ( made in China ) frame titanium /carbon / aluminum / cromoly are practical to choose they have factory warranty card once you have complain and thank you for sharing knowledge on this channel . . . ASPAC BANGAL bocal 1978 The professional cyclist 1984 during the time of Alexi Grewal is the world champ 🇵🇭
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Yes... BUT my frame now has problems....
@bisikleta10152 жыл бұрын
Elves is a respected frame brand in PH, and by no means considered cheap.
@ScheiraMSc2 жыл бұрын
I stumble across this via Francis channel and I really got me thinking about building my own. Great work you've done! I do have a question about tire size/width and I couldn't find any answer so far. With this frame, what do you think is the biggest tire/rim combination that will fit? (was planning to put on 30 or 32mm tires) Thanks and continue the great work
@alexkerslake46132 жыл бұрын
ASMR unboxing with the mac
@thebespokecyclist36242 жыл бұрын
Build it! It rides awesome. Feels faster than the more expensive Winspace T1500 even if the T1500 is superiorly made even compared to the Italian branded.
@skyjuice882 жыл бұрын
Have you compared both?
@thebespokecyclist36242 жыл бұрын
@@skyjuice88 Yea, I set up both to be my aero flat terrain bikes using the same wheelsets and groupsets. The T1500 somehow accelerates slower though very very stable and stiff. I don't know what makes it feeling slower. Both have been bike fitted professionally using computers and cameras so geometry isn't an issue. I feel the Falath is more of a racing bike than the Winspace. Also you can't have all internal cable cockpit with the T1500 unless you go DI2 so I'm not sure if the extra cables dragged so much to actually affect the accelaration. I'll be using the T1500 for training while the Falath for the peloton.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Yeah the falath is definitely the harshest bike I've ridden 😭😂
@golfrelax97952 жыл бұрын
Please make all the thing you bought to build this bike.... For amateur like me it's a life saver!!!! Thanks
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Will do a full bike build soon!
@A_AAA2322 жыл бұрын
looks sweet - enjoy the build
@janrasmussen8144 Жыл бұрын
just awesome Harry!!! where is the video of the build and the part list, just broke off my front gearshift and saw this awesome bike, I want a replica of this :)
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
Will be making one in the next week!
@rhalfloturco42977 ай бұрын
Hi Harry good videos I wanted to know about the brakes as I saw in another video you mentioned they are lighter than the ultegra could you send a link ? Thank you keep it up 👍🏻
@Lore-cg2jg2 жыл бұрын
Elves is pretty high end for us in the Philippines, its definetly durable, dream frame is the climbing version Elves Avari
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, i really want the elves vanyar!
@Lore-cg2jg2 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling yea awesome frame too my body is for climbing thats why i want the Elves Avari
@jamesbryanmapula62462 жыл бұрын
Elves is also very popular here in the Philippines ❤️
@platypushatstand2 жыл бұрын
Mini did a convertible in a similar colour scheme, called I think ‘Python Flip’. Anyways frame colour looks super nice, plus that silver grey sparkle. PS Francis sent me over. Subbed.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Sounds nice, thanks!
@domemidome2 жыл бұрын
its famous here in the Philippines! it really is a nice brand!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I've had a few little issues with it but it seems good overall
@JourdainColeman2 жыл бұрын
Hey Harry this build got me hooked. I think many people are scared of buying from brands that aren't "western"... you have proved that will research and time you can build a bike that's just as good / better for much cheaper. I think I'm going to do the same and have been looking at the Elves frames. I did have one question... I see you bought the 54cm frame. How tall are you ad would you say that it's a good fit? I'm 5ft 9 and thinking of getting the Falath large.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! I'm bang on 6ft I think, I went for the 54cm frame, careful when ordering the size and they'll put a 54cm frame as a XXL (Asian sizing) I really want the falath as well, looks to be a good build, trifox are also a good brand from Ali
@JourdainColeman2 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling cheers for the response. I'll Lilley go for the 2022 falath pro as well... Size 52 would suit me down to the ground. I'll probably do a video series as well. I seem to be browsing AliExpress more than amazon these days! 😂 Did you manage to fix the damage to your frame?
@miguelcpt2 жыл бұрын
Bike looks great
@romankashirin64752 жыл бұрын
hey Harry! Thank you for your review i am so glad that someone really tested the aliexpress bike, not pure ali but a bit upper level with waranty and stuff! May i ask at least your height? :) I am now struggled with choosing correct frame size with height 171cm. I saw you bought an XL and my friend living in UK saw you few times and told that you are not really 185cm or so, and after that i struggled even more :) and support from Elves actualy only asked my about my inseam and suggest L size but i doubt it Thank you!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Cheers! I actually don't know how tall I am haha but I should ride a 56 but I went one size down to a 54
@malcontent_12 жыл бұрын
I'm very curious about your _ee_ knock-off brakes. Hopefully you'll be able to talk about researching & the performance of those soon.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
They work great, only issue was the angle the cable ran into them, if it didn't come in at an exact angle they didn't like it one bit, apart from that they are great
@malcontent_12 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling gotcha, thx. I've just subscribed and now watching the frame & wheel unboxing vids.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
My g 🤝
@kyloXIII Жыл бұрын
Hey, just bought my elves falath disc frame yesterday. Planning for it to be fully internal routed like yours in Francis Cade's vid. I have a question because it seems that a lot of falath owners have an issue with the spacers misaligning because they aren't using elves' Orome integrated handlebars. Do your spacers misalign too after some time of riding?
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
They do unfortunately
@kyloXIII Жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling dang. Hope u find a solution and make a vid about it! Pros and cons of using an elves falath frame lol
@chrisfusco2802 Жыл бұрын
How has the bike held up after a full season of racing?
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
Still going strong, some issues, will be making a video in the next week on everything
@TheSatmos Жыл бұрын
Hi, was this forest green or nebula do you remember? Also was the grey the "Gun Grey" just looking into once myself, thanks.
@BioStuff415 Жыл бұрын
why aliexpress... you can buy from their website... everyone that gets one from the site has master paint work.
@JH_Cycles2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Can you do a video or share a link on the 'EE' brakes please?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
I'll do a video on them soon! Here is the link for brakes a.aliexpress.com/_mLZxlKA
@longtianhao97992 жыл бұрын
I saw your video with Francis and immediately checked out your channel ! I love your bike build and color scheme ! Even though im a beginner 🤣 For someone that is just starting out, would you recommend to build your own bike or just get one entry bike to start ?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
I built this bike for what you would pay for a beginner bike in England
@longtianhao97992 жыл бұрын
Thank you ! ill see what i can do from here on !😁
@jamesbryanmapula62462 жыл бұрын
I also recommend Devel Bike❤️
@juliuslamong44482 жыл бұрын
Here in the philppines ELVES bikes are considered as high end bikes. the frameset costs about 40-50k (philippine currency). they also have carbon MTB frames.
@jarne2981 Жыл бұрын
Hey Harry, do you know the rear axle width of the Elves falath rim brake frame? Normal rim brake wheels have a O.L.D. MM of 130 mm for a rear wheel but at Elves they say that their rear hub width is 135?
@StornofuerKasse32 жыл бұрын
Awsome frame for that price. I might have overlooked it, but what framesize are you using at what size? after a quick search and a small dimension comparison i should take a 2xl and i'm just 180cm🤔
@aldrinclementina42972 жыл бұрын
Hi there bro. I’ve seen your video where you explain the build of your complete bike. I heard you said it’s a 54cm frame. What’s your height? E.g I’m 173cm which size will fit me better with let’s say 90mm stem. I have a Bianchi 928L climbing bike. And like you also said. I want to go all aero and you inspired me. Lol. Thanks in advance.
@darrylwilliams98832 жыл бұрын
Hey Harry how's the frame holding up? I'm thinking of getting the Falath Pro Aero Disc version.
@tomermahlis122 жыл бұрын
Chanies bike frames are as good as any western brand I have one 10,000km solid but the paint job is not as good it will chip very easily but I don’t care about that aliexress is good place
@gustavobauermannsousa80112 жыл бұрын
I made an order for a falath and pointed out the fundamental issues reported here and noticed in the Aliexpress for assurances they were going to be addressed/checked. Unfortunately the elves representative couldn’t and decided to refund me. It’s a shame, frame looks great but if they can’t ensure basic QC is in place, not good enough. Will have to find another frame set now, let’s see what I find
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
You mean issues in shipping?
@gustavobauermannsousa80112 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling nope, internal finish poor, sharp carbon inside, very tight bottom bracket, no inlet for rear brake, no BB hole for water..
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
@@gustavobauermannsousa8011 yep, all things I've had, will be a new video on this soon!
@gustavobauermannsousa80112 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to that. Annoyingly I can’t find another frame that looks so good!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Trifox is apparently good, I know it sounds stupid but the elves vanyar has really good reviews and doesn't have the same problems as the falath (that we know of), maybe apart from the BB hole...
@liam_c272 жыл бұрын
Francis sent me
@yourdeadjack2 жыл бұрын
How many weeks did delivery take? Was the estimated date correct or did it arrive before or after?
@Dannyboi669 Жыл бұрын
Anyone know how a frame like this compares to trifox frames as a whole??
@cwd3bon2 жыл бұрын
Hi Harry, love the bike and build, very much got me looking at their bikes as well. Had a couple of questions about it, one on sizing and the other on BB: - what size did you go for? I’m 5’10” and seem to be between 54 & 56 in the frame charts vs my current frame - what BB are you running? Website said it was bb86 which seems to limit to 24mm spindle (shimano) Cheers
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Hey! If you're Inbetween sizes go for the smaller size and add on a slightly longer stem 100%! I'm running a wheels manufacturing bb86 but made for SRAM BB as I'm running a SRAM red crankset with the bike too! The BB that comes with the bike is absolutely shite (will be in the next video) Happy to help!
@cwd3bon2 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling thanks for the help, likely the 54 then. Ah decent, ideally I’d run the same, Is that GXP or BB30? Seeing what I have and use before buying a whole new setup
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
@@cwd3bon no worries, I used this one (works great) and also when the bearings are worn out you just replace the bearings not the whole BB, (eventually replacing the whole BB every year or so maybe) www.amazon.co.uk/Wheels-Manufacturing-Threaded-Together-Accessories/dp/B018HHTLIO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=XUJRJYMJE7RZ&keywords=wheels+mfg+bb86+gxp&qid=1650324245&sprefix=wheelsmfg+bb86+gxp%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-3
@cwd3bon2 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling - still a little stuck on sizing and measuring vs my old frame. Top tube is 15mm shorter on the 54 and still 5mm shorter on the 56 plus losing and extra 5mm if using their integrated bars. I’m on a 120mm stem currently so don’t have as much scope to move out unless I go up to 130+ Aware you’re racing so want a more aggressive, aero position, but just trying to work it out before I order. Mostly do tri’s so won’t be racing on the bike if that adds anything.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
@@cwd3bon think about your old frame Vs your new frame, if you want to be shorter or longer, like I said if you're stuck Inbetween sizes definitely go for the smaller and just stick on a longer higher stem, if you need a more aggressive position you can make it but if you get a frame too but you can't make it more aggressive and it will be heavier, that's what all the pros do and that's what everyone does
@epicrideswithg8820 Жыл бұрын
What kind of tire clearance does the rim brake frame allow… and is it decent clearance? My Speacialized Allez says 28mm but there is barley space in the fork and I worry small rocks would get stuck in there
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
This could take a 28 and maybe even a 30
@isaacanzar47392 жыл бұрын
Yo harry... what happen to your IG? miss your daily stories there.... hope we can see u back there.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Ah cheers bud, just not bothering with it for a couple months, back soon 👍
@jakemccloud83682 жыл бұрын
Hey Harry, Ended up buying the same frame and have been building the bike up for the past week, what did you do to plug the front derailleur cable hole in the frame as they didn't supply the appropriate grommet?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Hey mate! Do you mean the hole that comes out the frame and into the front derailleur? I don't use one currently, seemed to work fine atm
@jakemccloud83682 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling managed to sort something with the jagwire kit I got, did you go sram gxp with your crankset then, there aren't many guides on how to install sram gxp on this type of BB, if so how many if any spacers did you put on the drive side axle?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Hey mate yeah I bought a wheels manufacturing bb86 for SRAM gxp and its the best working BB I've ever had, costs around £70 I think, definitely get it!
@Maheshaab2 жыл бұрын
nicee 🔥🔥
@markomarin34142 жыл бұрын
Mate , Do you still have your factor and Allez sprint bike ?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Naaaah gone!
@XTheLancia2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I love your bike and would like to build something similar. I'm looking for good caliper brakes and saw that you use ee calipers from Aliexpress, I can't find them... can you show me the link please?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
If you type in G4 brakes they'll come up!
@CanyonWanderer2 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry, but cannot I cannot unlink: @0:15 this is like 'Insomnia' by 'Faithless' : "Tearin' off tights with my teeth" ? Anyway, super frame ! It really is Mega!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
I was hungry... Thank you
@peterhong18802 жыл бұрын
More Aliexpress bike vids!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
On their way 👋
@martinjrgensen5172 жыл бұрын
Looks like a Cannondale systemsix 🙂
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Ahaha yeah, to me looks like a mix between a venge, tarmac and system six
@joaoalbuquerque83472 жыл бұрын
Nice frame for sure!!! Why didn’t you go for a disc brake frame?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
#SaveTheRimBrake
@Montrealcycling Жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling big time bro I am with you!!!just bought an vanyar 56 I am 6foot I think it will be just fine lol
@ZashaBoonen2 жыл бұрын
Can you maybe make a “shop list” from your aliexpress bike?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Ahahaha yeah soon
@PierreAlainMaire2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful frame ! Did you check the price directly from elvesbike ? It looks cheaper, and free shipping too...
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Does it? I was told to order from Ali express
@mycraven4drums Жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling yeah, it's cheaper on Elves.
@anthonyhomercycling2 жыл бұрын
Link to the ee brakes please 😊
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
a.aliexpress.com/_mLZxlKA
@testdirver2 жыл бұрын
already finished?
@vsportsguy Жыл бұрын
Harry, could you link me where you bought your aliexpress ee brakes? I cannot find them.
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
There are a few different places selling them, they are under the name g4 brakes, here is one link to them a.aliexpress.com/_m0iR8s4
@vsportsguy Жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling Thanks! Have you had any issues with the rear brake lever rubbing on the frame? Cane Creek makes a short lever version for dropped seatstays. It looks close.
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
Yep... With my elves falath it's a problem... Its much better with cable housing that's really bendy but still not great... might have to improvise somehow...
@anantsangar Жыл бұрын
Hey mate - I am thinking of ordering this bike to London. Do you know anyone who’d build the bike for me?
@harrymaccycling Жыл бұрын
Hey! Magla Palazzo in Putney is great and run by a great guy from Spain
@clementtan50042 жыл бұрын
been using this same frame for a year already, ran into the same problems as you about not being able to slam the stem and having to use the big 20mm spacer not sure why for this frame colour and mine (black with white stripe), they forgot to add an inlet port for the rear brake into the left side of the top tube, so you effectively can only route the cables through the headset. definitely seen it on other frame colour options though, maybe you gotta request for it to be built in. also, have you had the issue of the silver 0.3mm headset spacers getting bent out of shape by the cable housings? the metal it's made of is so damn weak..
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Ooo this is very interesting, I have the same issue about the toptube rear brake routing issue, I may literally drill my own hole, I'm also going to drill a tiny hole in the BB to let water out as everytime I wash my bike there is no was for it to escape unless I turn it up and it exits through the rear derailleur cable hole, not had any issue yet with the spacers but will keep an eye on it... Thanks for the info!
@lazyrider69182 жыл бұрын
Is this the guy that is on Francis Cade's channel? Cool young man, always my favorite when he shows up there. Bet he kills it on these cheap Chinese products. Proof that the cycling industry has lost their FU$($($g minds with prices of frames nowadays.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Fuck the western bike industry
@Thefloppyearedcyclist2 жыл бұрын
I’m really keen to be pointed towards where you get or do your research.. ? I am tempted by a few bits, but want to make sure they are completely sh*t…
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
A mixture of KZfaq, reading all reviews on the product on Ali express (sometimes the same product is listed on different pages so I had a fair browse) also different forums online such as weightweenies or anything else that came up, Facebook reviews as well and word of mouth from mates here, more people buy from Ali express than you may think haha
@Thefloppyearedcyclist2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I just brought a ZTTO ratchet for my DT Swiss Hubs.. the reviews are good 4.9/5.0 200+ purchased.. I just read online it’s very hit or miss.. 😀🙁
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
@@Thefloppyearedcyclist yeah alot of people just don't really understand when reviewing sometimes, the reviews on the super light aluminium ZTTO cassette are great, I used it and it was good, then it wore down insanely quick and wore out my chain and chainrings... So yeah the reviews I guess you have to think for yourself sometimes and always take stuff with a pinch of salt, other ztto are usually really good though and make other great products, same as OG-Evkin
@Thefloppyearedcyclist2 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling ahhh awesome stuff, I’ll let you know how I get on with them, hopefully it all goes well.. I’ll always keep the original DT Swiss ratchets on me when out and about.. just in case .. so fingers crossed. On a side note.. it would be great to have a forum for online Ali cycling products .. as not everyone is a dentist or doctor with cash on the hip for a Pinarello ! 😅🤣
@abedfo882 жыл бұрын
Did the bastards at the royal mail make you pay import tax?
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
Nope, not sure if it's included or not for the frame... elite wheels (other video) warned me that I may need to pay tax, ended up not having to pay but I think it depends on shipping route, I know the wheels shipped via Netherlands and apparently Netherlands is much easier to avoid tax...
@abedfo882 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling ah fair enough, i got some superteam carbon wheels back in like 2015 and had to pay like £40 and drive to some parcel force depot in arse end of nowhere!
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
@@abedfo88 oooosh, I'd only go with brands that sell lots and have good reviews as they'll usually have all the shipping/tax issues sorted out 👍
@purpleaki71352 жыл бұрын
@@harrymaccycling brilliant mate thanks for sharing. Looks like you spend a bit of time working out I can see muscles.
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
@@purpleaki7135 ahahahaa more like looks like I spend time THINKING of doing it 😂
@maciejbielawski62202 жыл бұрын
For China frame, too expensive...
@harrymaccycling2 жыл бұрын
True
@xdadevelopersx2 жыл бұрын
very poor quality frame. I'll never buy it, you're paying 800 just for the frame without wheels tires groupset etc. not worth it at all. you can buy a good quality carbon bike for between 1000 to 1500 second hand