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Ultimate Bike Upgrade First Ride | GCN's Bike Makeover Ep. 3
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Күн бұрынWe've come a long way but Ollie is finally able to take our upgraded entry-level bike out for a spin. Have we been able to turn it into a superbike? Let us know 👇
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@jvogel431 2 жыл бұрын
Just one point to stress: under normal riding, components like mechs, levers, crank arms, and brake calipers do not "wear out". Certainly not to an extent that you would ever need to replace them. Drivetrain parts like chains, cassettes, chainrings, bottom brackets do wear out. The only reason to ever change a non-wear component is because you broke it in a crash or other impact or because you want to save weight with a higher level part. If you buy a bike with 105, you can expect the non-wear components to last for a very, very long time--actually this applies to any groupset at any level. Take care of your bike and it will serve you for a lifetime.
@imaXkillXya 2 жыл бұрын
I'm riding a 2006 Trek 1500 with 9 speed ultegra shifters and rear derailleur with the rest being 105. Still shifts smoother than the newest claris and sora groupsets.
@paulpenfold2352 2 жыл бұрын
The rubber around levers warp and start slipping by being pealed back too often, and brake calipers wear out at the spring by your going off road too much and not cleaning them.
@hansschotterradler3772 2 жыл бұрын
@@paulpenfold2352 My rubber hood covers are crumbling, tearing. For now I trimmed it neatly, took and old inner tube and taped it to the brakes. I'm too cheap to spend the $12 for new hood covers.
@and2244rew 2 жыл бұрын
Oh roadies. MTB goes through rear mechs faster than cassettes. :( not cheap.
@Megadeth6633 2 жыл бұрын
yeah this isn't 1985... a lot of hollow or carbon cranks come with an expiration date. Shimano has cranks ungluing for the last 10 years in humid climates, Sram's crank axles come in different sizes (If you're lucky you'll get a proper axle) which wears the bearings and the axle itself. If the parts were well made we would be talking about non wearing parts. But they are faulty, and are at the limit of physics which make them more prone to failure. Fatigue life is a thing, if you bend a steel rod long enough for 1000 years you'll eventually break it.
@krehme 2 жыл бұрын
What a clean, clear delivery of thorough information regarding the upgrade vs replace decision. I really appreciate how talented Oli is as a presenter. Cheers for a job well done!
@gcntech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Kenneth! We're glad you enjoyed the video :)
@sylvainlegendre9143 Жыл бұрын
Just watched this one and I agree with @krehme! Stellar delivery/presentation from this guy!
@dansugardude2655 2 жыл бұрын
Take it to the extreme! A Pinarello Dogma F frame with Claris components versus some extremely entry-level frame with full Dura Ace components.
@Aeronwor 2 жыл бұрын
Could you just change components with th Eurobike?
@Gadottinho 2 жыл бұрын
The pinarello will probably be better, claris is usable.
@Majestic1987 2 жыл бұрын
That Turbo-Man reference was so on point 🤣🤣🤣
@HHHmarcus 2 жыл бұрын
That was the point I paused to like the video.
@judosteffer 2 жыл бұрын
ITSH TUERBO TIMEAA!
@ojtibi9906 Жыл бұрын
Arnold Schwarzenegger would be proud of that reference!
@Abra089 7 ай бұрын
This series has really resonated with me. When I started cycling I bought a Schwinn prelude from target. It cost $200 back in like 2008. When I got back into cycling this past summer, I did extensive upgrades. I feel like I should have just bought a new bike at this point. But I saved 2.1 kilos. I put 50mm deep superteam carbon wheels, TPU tubes, and continental 5000 tires. There are mixed opinions on the budget Chinese carbon wheels, but I have really enjoyed the superteam ones after 1000 miles. And they do make the bike look like it hammers. I also got STI shifters, to replace the thumb shifters😂 put shimano 105 derailleurs, and a KMC lightweight chain. Switched to a compact crankset, and did an 11 speed ultegra cassette. I also put a carbon seatpost, and a 40mm carbon aerobar set. The result is the most thoroughly invested in Schwinn prelude in the world I’d guess. But the bike looks killer, got me really excited about riding again, got 2.1 kilos lighter, and definitely feels faster, and gives more flexibility on climbs. Having said that, I am probably going to buy a frame set worthy of the components I’ve invested in, and buy the rest of a 105 groupset. Very interesting video!
@scorpiondynamics 3 ай бұрын
I wanna see the before and afters! where can i see this?!?
@rickgantz6745 2 жыл бұрын
Love that you are mentioning the common sense approach to upgrading components for the more casual cyclists. Spot on. Love this series 👍
@kevinmills3329 2 жыл бұрын
I did something similar to my blue Giant Defy. I upgraded the entire group set from Tiagra 4600 to R7020 105 with Ultegra Crankset. It is so much more rewarding upgrading your own bike than buying a new one already speced out.
@chrisc1140 2 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking of doing the same with my Giant Cadent. Nicest bike I've ever owned but I keep eyeing that electronic shifting on the new 105
@mericanignoranc3551 2 жыл бұрын
And much more expensive too...feelings...lol
@tonyg3091 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Bicycle is not an object. It is a process of constant upgrading :):)
@KPong1337 2 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see that Sora-level groupset put onto a schmancy aero-tubed frameset and compare the two builds with two people! I run R3000 Sora-level on a steel frameset bike and R81000 Ultegra on a carbon one. I tend to ride the Sora/steel bike alot more, partially because i like the feeling of riding something that’s bomb proof, partially because i spent alot more time building that one up. Lets see the comparison!
@jshaw4944 2 жыл бұрын
Always love Ollies enthusiasm, just makes you want to put your device down and get out and smash 💥 out a ride.
@dezoksiribon 2 жыл бұрын
I like Olli's references to old movies. He's such a nerd:D
@bikeskimawk670 2 жыл бұрын
Upgrade to the level of your smile!!!! Ride to the level of your smile. Ollie your passion for the bike is sensational, continue to spread the joy. Thank you for what you do.
@chones_ 2 жыл бұрын
Loved this series as it's answered questions I have as I plan on a similar upgrade (with 105 DI2) on my Grail AL. One small quibble. I wish episode 1 was a test ride video of the stock bike with your comments. Then episode 4 would have come full circle. But great content as ever.
@antoniop1968 2 жыл бұрын
I purchased a 2005 Specialized Roubaix Elite, $400 from a pawnshop in 2016, that came with an Ultegra/105 9 speed mix and FSA cranks and Alex wheels. Never weighed but I know it was over 21 lbs. I upgraded with a Chorus 11 speed and HED wheelset and shaved almost 3 lbs and gained 2 mph average in my rides. So, buying a used, older model bike and using savings for upgrades makes more sense to a rider like myself.
@darielpadron6709 2 жыл бұрын
Yes ! Do a Expensive Aero frame set with cheap components
@kamael1125 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ollie thanks for the shout out! I guess me binging GCN content made me stand out haha
@richards.4116 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see Ollie as himself and not the "getting dropped" Ollie. Well done sir !
@alanbussell7894 2 жыл бұрын
Always like the style in which these videos are produced. Honestly, cheerfully but never condescending and GCN seem to understand that we all don't have the budget of Ineos.
@gcntech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan. That means a lot!
@paulsbailey 2 жыл бұрын
I agree. I enjoy upgrading my used basic bike and wife's as much as I enjoy riding it. I could just go out and buy a new fully equiped bike but where is the fun in that? And it seems like the first thing you need to do on a new bike is wheel, seat, peddles, tires, innertubes and handlebars anyway.
@SimoWill75 2 жыл бұрын
11:05 Back before Shimano started geo-blocking retailers (2019?), it was definitely cheaper to build part by part, sourcing components from multiple vendors around the world. I built my bike from a mix of DA and Ultegra parts from the UK, Germany, USA, Australia and it was considerably cheaper than the best deal I could find on a groupset bundle or an equivalent pre-assembled bike. Infact, I ended up with a DA/Ultegra Di2/Hydraulic setup for around the same cost as a fully mechanical 105 bundle at that time.
@hsolustri 2 жыл бұрын
This series came out at a perfect time. I’ve been riding a 1988 bianchi sport sx (ishiwata tubing) with shimano sport lx group set (7 speed) and exage brakes. This bike has been so good to me and by working on it little by little, I’m finally comfortable enough taking her apart and deep cleaning her components. I’ve ordered the shimano 7700 groupset which was the last year (I think) that shimano used downtube shifting, which I absolutely love in comparison to sti. It’s going to be a mix between campagnolo and shimano. An homage to its Italian/Japanese heritage. Such a cool bike even if it was near the bottom tier of the bianchi lineup in that era. Good luck to everyone who’s upgrading and fiddling around with their bike. Take that baby on a date! She deserves it.
@blinzi69 2 жыл бұрын
I bought the cheapest Canyon Ultimate 2 years ago, with a 105 and rim brakes for just under 1600 Euro - replaced the rims 1 year after, replaced the seat post and the saddle too, got it down to almost 7kg - changing the cockpit next to save another 300g. Might consider changing to an electric shifting Ultegra too, wont save any weight/watts but I like precisely changing gears. Overall it might still be less than 4000 Euro investment and the performance will be close to what the pros ride.
@holdsteadfast 2 жыл бұрын
Ollie with the Jingle All The Way joke… niiiice!!!
@ViveSemelBeneVivere 2 жыл бұрын
In my upgrade experience upgrading from a cable Sora to hydraulic Tiagra groupset and from Shimano factory-fitted wheels to Campagnolo wheels with better tyres instantly made a _huge_ difference. Whee! Castlecombe looks lovely, must drop in sometime.
@LOZUPONEJ 2 жыл бұрын
Latex tubes and upgraded tires for sure is best first upgrade.
@jonpickup1 2 жыл бұрын
Quite a few years ago I decided to upgrade my mechanical groupset from SRAM Rival to Red. I had dreamt about doing this for a few years and had finally saved up enough money to do it. A few months later SRAM released eTap so my upgrade was on the wrong side of a game changer. I am still riding my SRAM Red mechanical groupset and electronic shifting still seems a distant dream. Great mini series Ollie. I love everything GCN.
@chickenpoodle 2 жыл бұрын
fear not. i upgraded from ultegra 6800 mechanical to red etap on my bike, and i'll just say that a very well kept upper tier mechanical isn't worlds different from electronic.
@davetbassbos 2 жыл бұрын
Tires are the main thing I think. I'd like to see a test where you put 25 mm road tires on a dual suspension MTB and compare to the lightest gravel bike with the fattest tires a gravel bike can fit.
@jinnij.caiman 2 жыл бұрын
Jingle all the way!!
@Daniel-dj7fh 10 ай бұрын
I love how I always get the kick of getting back into cycling for fun when it gets really cold outside. It's this weird feeling that when October gets cold I want to ride my "gravel" bike in the woods
@Daniel-dj7fh 10 ай бұрын
I guess I really hate Summer
@overthetarget9401 2 жыл бұрын
I bought a Cube Nuroad Race (aluminium) gravel bike about 3 years ago and have since upgraded the wheels to Hunt Gravel Race and changed the alu seatpost for a more flexy Canyon carbon leaf spring one. The wheels make a big difference and are about 700 grams lighter and roll much nicer than the original set. Still using the original wheel set during the winter time when it gets all damp, muddy and, ocasionally, snowy around these parts. There is a middle ground where the most value is to be had without having to spend the insane amounts "top" components go for these days.
@duckylick Жыл бұрын
Great videography in this too - makes u look amazing Ollie!
@KPong1337 2 жыл бұрын
Turbo Man reference!
@superjimnz 2 жыл бұрын
Dura-Ace doesn't make sense in any context, if it were 20% more than Ultegra then maybe, but at double the price it is farcical. Nobody should spend their money on anything higher than Ultegra... pros use it because it's free.
@davidpetry7853 2 жыл бұрын
What about the sensah empire pro groupset? Its said to be comparable to a mechanical 105 and is a lot cheaper. maybe thats also an interesting upgrade path
@2ball434 2 жыл бұрын
Their sponsors wouldn't like that lmao
@mickchaganis6607 2 жыл бұрын
Remember Si's GCN plus video with the Decathlon bike, the seat post was a huge comfort upgrade for a stiff and heavy cheap frame.
@aczech12 2 жыл бұрын
Carbon is a way to go, couldn't imagine riding On aluminium seatpost again, night and Day difference
@TimmyCycling 2 жыл бұрын
I upgraded my Cube Attain from an 8 speed Claris to 11 speed Ultegra and definitely was worth the upgrade. Now I also got an Aero bike Cube Litening TE replica with the 12 speed Ultegra and this groupset is even better than the previous model. Still I'm super happy with both my bikes.
@Korkinator17 2 жыл бұрын
Going for Ultegra on the STIs, the front- or rear derailleur is a thing to do. Yeah, wheels, too. But using a Dura Ace cassette is just a waste of money, since it wears out much quicker and costs like 3-4 times the 105 price.
@jayare8424 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly I think it comes down to if u have the money yes upgrade, if not stick to what u have and upgrade little by little, I recently got a Specialized Roubaix full 105, all I did was upgrade the wheelset DURA ACE C35 and it made such a difference. Everything else works amazing. 💪 👌🚲🚲🚲🚲 Much love from California Ollie.. Ride safe.
@jankroken3881 2 жыл бұрын
A high end bike vs superbike would be an excellent one (e.g. Aeroad CF vs CFR). More helpful too, it's not often one wonder if one should buy 105 or Dura-Ace, it's typically 105 vs Ultegra or Ultegra vs Dura-Ace (if one are made of money)
@zacc1602 Жыл бұрын
This is a really² good bike, good enough I will use it for daily commute and weekend long ride as well
@paulsayer426 2 жыл бұрын
I have a niineties Le Mond aluminium frame , with 11 speed Ultegra , and its my favourite bike , got he groupset seconhand , everything including teh Ultegra wheels , for 300 quid just had to find a chainset that cost me 50 pounds from ebay . Its light , agile and stiff and good to look at !
@mrglobule1259 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Sure, most people can’t afford top of the range gear, but you can only show how good something from the lower range is, when you compare it to the top of the range. This was really excellent for comparing cost, weight, aero, etc. and it’d be great to see more of this. PS. Always great to see Ollie doing the videos. As a presenter, he’s tied in the top spot because he can easily pull off looking really goofy and awkward with self-deprecating humour and great comedy timing, but is also incredibly intelligent and articulate.
@RicardoRocha-lg1xo 2 жыл бұрын
That Turbo Man comment is all I need to give this video a thumbs up 🤣🤣
@Matt28NJ 2 жыл бұрын
I'm winding down my racing these days, and looking forward to switching to an endurance bike like the one in this vid - easy geometry, big head tube, disc brakes, a biga$$ 30mm+ comfy tubeless tires. Going to go back to riding for enjoyment rather than going out to bash out a ton of miserable intervals. 105 seems perfect to support the fun.
@SebastianSamulczyk 2 жыл бұрын
I have a similar frame, AL Endurace. It doesn’t have disc brakes thou. I’ve upgraded wheels from 2kg Mavic cheap junk to nice 1400g semi deep carbon wheels with 30mm tires, 38cm bars and swapped 105 rear mech to ultegra clutch one and it feels like a different bike. Love it and wouldn’t think of change for a moment if not for the disc brakes… If only…🤷🏻♂🤣
@2.old4this 2 жыл бұрын
Great series Dr Ollie. Would love to see how this upgraded bike performs over a long, long distance or multiple day long rides.
@sm19 2 жыл бұрын
I love you too Ollie 😘
@thompson9451 2 жыл бұрын
Ollie sticking to true beginner form and keeping his helmet on through the entire interview. 👍
@michaelsingh843 2 жыл бұрын
Good job Ollie, I have no questions!
@spaghettibadger647 2 жыл бұрын
Unexpected Jingle All the way reference... that's a supernice from me!
@andykramer4707 2 жыл бұрын
I like your final recommendation - if you have an aluminium frame, upgrade to 105.
@philparker97 2 жыл бұрын
Apart from performance differences in groupsets, do you ever try to monitor the durability and longevity of each groupset over mileage/time?
@johngannon1 2 жыл бұрын
One of your best Ollie - you can tell you were having fun. I know GCN like cycling relies on sponsors but I’d love if you could test Di2 against AXS.
@slotre 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for responding to the comments. Looking forward to 105di2 once you get it.
@ole0510 2 жыл бұрын
You gotta slam the stem! This is GCN after all. 😂
@arifazhari7598 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah man, it has be slammed . It is the law
@natillano 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the shoutout, will be looking forward for that video 👍🔥
@matthewobrien5348 2 жыл бұрын
I’d like to see the crap groupset that was on the canyon on the top canyon frame v dura ace on this basic frame.
@michaelfisher9760 2 жыл бұрын
I switched my bars from 42cm to 38cm and it made a massive difference to my comfort. It took a lot of pressure out of my neck and upper back.
@cyclingthomas826 2 жыл бұрын
Have you noticed any difference when climbing out the saddle?
@michaelfisher9760 2 жыл бұрын
No absolutely none at all. I did notice it being slightly twitchier but nothing major. I stayed with exactly the same make and model of bars, just narrower.
@SamGrayPlus 2 жыл бұрын
I upgraded my entry level ribble to tiagra hydro brakes and can attest to it being a night and day change. This has been a great series! My question is…what would you do next??
@RedWingsninetyone 2 жыл бұрын
That would probably be my next upgrade if I upgraded anything. Nothing like hydraulic disc brakes, although the cable actuated ones are much easier to work on.
@DaveCM 2 жыл бұрын
What wheels do you have on it? If you haven't upgraded wheels yet, I'd say that would be next. They make a very noticeable difference
@mericanignoranc3551 2 жыл бұрын
Wheels are the most important , start there,. Menial feels "night and day change" to you? Wait till you do a real upgrade. Couple of grams = night and day = lol
@aczech12 2 жыл бұрын
@@mericanignoranc3551 rotating mass reduction on wheels is 3-4x more of difference in feel
@SamGrayPlus 2 жыл бұрын
@@mericanignoranc3551 cool. I’ve upgraded wheels. Thanks though.
@davebarrett2355 2 жыл бұрын
I bought this frame but with 105 mechanical & rim brakes 2 months ago - it's a decent weight, and only £1250 for the bike. Love it and great value for money.
@lightningll2991 2 жыл бұрын
Ollie seems your front tire is on backwards check your rotation arrow.
@FBrodlie 2 жыл бұрын
Watched upgrade videos 2 and 3 back to back. New drinking game. One shot every time Ollie says “ bang for your buck” ……hammered….. *hic*
@yamaman6882 2 жыл бұрын
Good bike makeover video. It would have been even better if you timed yourself using the original group set and then rode the same route and timed yourself with the Dura Ace group set. The bike got lighter and in theory should have gotten faster too.
@kevinthomson6324 2 жыл бұрын
Look forward to seeing the cheap/ expensive bike vs the expensive/cheap bike. Been struggling to find the parts to upgrade my entry level Salsa gravel bike with Shimano Sora to GRX. I can tell you it’s very difficult to find bike components here in Canada. I’m at the point of giving up and just ordering a canyon grail or grizl with 2x grx and selling my bike.
@sandrohermoso7631 2 жыл бұрын
How about an old alloy frame, loaded with the latest tech? Find the fastest bike of the old generation, and putting in the latest tech and seeing how it’ll match up to todays super bikes!
@louis-philippebeaulieu2542 2 жыл бұрын
@gcntech you should consider putting the sora groupset on a top range frameset to compare the impact of groupset vs frameset when upgrading.
@joffbrown 2 жыл бұрын
I have a colnago C60 but I’ve only got Campagnolo Chorus rim brake group set but it still gives me the chance to upgrade when ever I want too, and I’m very happy with what I’ve done with it.
@jtrlatinist2227 9 ай бұрын
I think a good idea for a video would be seen the difference on keeping largely the same components upgrading the chain ring on a gravel bike to a bigger one and upgrading things like through axles and such
@quez7187 2 жыл бұрын
This is like my dream bike.
@myminx 2 жыл бұрын
Great series !
@gcntech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, we're happy you enjoyed it :D
@pauldriessen8141 2 жыл бұрын
Hi GCN, Interesting to note that cross compatibility opens doors to save weight, especially when replacing wear and tear parts. Do you guys have any experience with miche parts like cassettes? These is some cases save more weight than a complete groupset at good prices. Was wondering if these run as well as the standard shimano parts as per your opinion. Any other brands inter operable with shimano might be nice to see compared to stock shimano 🙂
@oneninetyseven 2 жыл бұрын
Rebuilding bikes has always been something I have enjoyed doing (one of my frames has had three drivetrain swaps), but rebuilds similar to this video NOW (as in today) make no sense. Two reasons: 1. The performance difference between top tier (Dura Ace/Red) down to mid-tier (105/Rival) isn't what it use to be and are damn near identical; and 2. The cost of bike parts is just too expensive to justify such an attempt unless you have the money in the first place. Back when I first started to ride the cost of top tier parts was high, but still within the budget of most people. Also, even though mid-tier parts cost about half/third of the top tier these mid-tier parts are still extremely expensive. I have learned through experience to not go higher than second best (Ultegra/Force) because the performance is almost exactly the same with a minimal weight penalty. (A hard crash going down a mountain in HK damaged a Red rear derailleur and the replacement was $300 versus a Force at $100). One thing I completely agree with is mixing parts up on the drivetrain to minimize weight and maximize cost efficiency with the crankset and cassette being the two parts that contribute at least 50% the weight difference, so if the money is available get 105/Ultegra/Rival/Force with the top-tier crankset and second best cassette. With the money you save get better wheels/tires To give an idea on the weight difference with builds: 2005 Giant TCR Comp (aluminum steering tube fork) with a Force 22 drivetrain, Dura Ace 9100 cranks, Ultegra cassette, Ritchey WCS cockpit, wheelset weighing about 1525 grams comes in at 16.5 lbs. (Pirelli tires) 2011 Giant TCR Comp (full carbon fork) with a Red drivetrain, Dura Ace cranks, Ritchey WCS cockpit, 1500 gram wheelset comes in at about 15 lbs. (Kenda Valkyrie tires) 2021 Giant TCR Advanced Pro SL built with the same set up as the 2005 bike except the wheels weigh 1435 grams comes in at a little under 15 lbs. (Vittoria Corsa tires) If it wasn't for the fork on the 2005 frame the odds are they would all be with a pound of each other. (The Red used is the 2013 10 speed version).
@glharlor 2 жыл бұрын
The only negative with going to super low resistance tires is they are far more likely to puncture than tougher training tires.
@hockysa 2 жыл бұрын
Expensive frame cheap group set!!
@bikecommuter24 2 жыл бұрын
I love projects like this, go for it, LOL the gears are turning in my head to see what is possible with my 8 speed commuter bike but realistically I know the money spent would be better used just buying a nicer bike. I'll keep my commuter as it is I'am looking to add another bike but I looking at an e-bike a pedal assist, Im 60 with a bit of arthritis which the bicycling and walking helps keep it under control. There is a future project idea upgrade an e-bike maybe not. I like what you did with the Canyon.👍
@Sir-Prizse Жыл бұрын
I'm leaving my entry level bike as it is (for now) and building a completely new custom bike to my own liking. Funnily enough, I combine a really expensive Specialized Allez Sprint frameset with a 105 R7000 mechanical groupset and put Zipp 303 S on it. All in all, a relatively mid-range bike.
@youtellme18 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 giant rapid and am hoping I can do upgrades on it. Delighted to see this video but disappointed to see its so expensive, be cheaper for me to get a base model road bike. GCN can you do a more budget friendly one
@kangmi26 2 жыл бұрын
love these part upgrade session ❤❤❤❤❤ Thanks gcn
@JohnClowes724 2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this series! You have given me some great ideas and I expect that I will be upgrading my bike using your recommendations!
@ArteUltra1195 2 жыл бұрын
Tires and powermeter for performance, wheels and handlebar/bartape for enjoyment. As long as you have (at least) the latest 10 speed tiagra on your bike, I wouldn´t bother upgrading the groupset
@Azeazezar 11 ай бұрын
As a 9 speed tiagra rider. I feel called out.
@russstarke6004 2 жыл бұрын
Was distracted when the video started and thought a thousand pounds is a seriously heavy bike!
@reyreymtz 2 жыл бұрын
Great video series. Probably the safest upgrade would have been to upgrade to Ultegra group set. I love mine!
@madmick9205 2 жыл бұрын
I was sceptical on the first video, didn't really get it. But, turned into a great mini series that I really found useful and enjoyed:)
@GCNuser123 2 жыл бұрын
glad you enjoyed
@masher1042 2 жыл бұрын
I started with 10 Speed Durace Di2. "Upgraded" to an Ultegra double pivot brake calipers and Ultegra crank with power meters several years down the road. :)
@wardpeeters8943 2 жыл бұрын
hi GCN, Great upgrade! As you mentioned in previous videos, the bike's geometry is the biggest upgrade. can you make the geometry of an endurance bike more race oriented/agressive? Then compare it with others.
@jameslee-pevenhull5087 2 жыл бұрын
Dura Ace wheel set 1500 g. £997 My own built alloy wheelset 1350 g. For climbing at 15kmh. £89.
@davemoss6976 2 жыл бұрын
A point on weight. A significant weight loss might make a difference on the uphill bit a heavier bike will go slightly quicker downhill.
@bikesandcats52 2 жыл бұрын
You might not have been able to get 105 DI2, but you would have been able to get hold of mechanical (with hydro disc) 105. For me 105 DI2 is just too expensive for the market it is aimed at. Conveniently Ribble offer the Endurance SL with a variety of group sets so you can see the difference in prices. So with the hydraulic disc version, Compared with mechanical 105, DI2 105 adds £600 and mechanical Ultegra adds £300. What scares me even more about DI2 is the difference in price for parts. You can get a mechanical 105 front mech for around £30 whereas the DI2 version is >£200!
@AlexMBateau 2 жыл бұрын
The Turbo Man in 1996 reference was brilliant Dr. Bridgewood 😂😂😂. The only thing better, would be a Tickle Me Elmo reference😜. Oh yeah, and the bike was nice to 😝😂. All jokes aside, well done! Looking forward to a video on the best road/gravel bike you can build for $1000.00 (U.S/pounds/whatever lol).
@tonyo4984 2 жыл бұрын
Must admit when I saw the start of the series I couldn't see the point, but seeing it in completion it has been a good exercise. Well done Ollie for highlighting the lessons learnt. Being able to mix comonents in group sets is so useful, I tend to favour Shimano and have run various Shimano levels, and other compatible products in drive trains over the years. I also agree you should experiment with cheap components before buying the 'final' expensive one for components like seat posts, handlebars, stems. Ask your mates if they have anything laying around or buy some thing second hand on ebay.
@gcntech 2 жыл бұрын
We're glad you found it helpful, Tony!
@jameslee-pevenhull5087 2 жыл бұрын
"Entry level" = The best you can afford at the time.
@colingregory7464 Жыл бұрын
Admittedly the work involved would be excessive but have you (or anyone) ridden the upgrades for time to measure the gains, one of the tests that interests me is the tire width/pressure (have seen the tests you have done in the past and they seem to lack a point beyond optimum to show a drop off ?)
@potatocipollini8013 2 жыл бұрын
Great video series Ollie. 👍
@nihonbunka 2 жыл бұрын
As we are often told, weight is less important than aero except on climbs. A road bike is essentially a torso lowering bike, but this has spacers under the stem so that Ollie is showing his stomach to the wind even in the drops e.g. 12:27. The biggest bang for your buck would be removing the spacers, imho. I went to the University of Bath. Nostalgia.
@BiblicResurces 2 ай бұрын
Dura Ace price ❤😂😂😂 holly cow !!
@cb6866 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ollie and crew...sorry about Turbo-man in 96 dude . The coolest shot was the Bee on the bar ?
@anttitapio4145 2 жыл бұрын
I have to say that great mechanical disc brakes are really really good what comes to both modulation and stopping power. I was surprised how good they are when I bought my commuter with TRP Spyre C's in 2019. For a road bike that needs less breaking than my mtb I would gladly take good mechanical disc brakes. I hate bleeding, it's pain in the ass. Mechanical disc brakes are so easy to maintain.
@dsonyay 2 жыл бұрын
A lot if times I’ve upgraded my component using slightly used upgrades. A good way to save money over new
@marcusantonyledulx 2 жыл бұрын
I ride a Giant Defy with mechanical Ultegra. I also own a much cheaper entry level Gravel bike. To be very honest, I can't tell the difference between Ultegra & Shimano Claris derailleurs. The bike industry is selling us components that WE DONT NEED. Fine if you want to save 10s in a 60km bike race! The cheapest and best upgrade are Latex tubes with a lightweight set of road tyres. Even carbon frames are essentially a marketing exercise. On a hilly 130km parcour, my Carbon Bike was only 12% faster than my 3spd steel shopping bike priced at £220!!!. Unless you're scraping the Zenith of performance most upgrades are bulls*it
@PhiyackYuh 2 жыл бұрын
Which bike did result as you being less sore and putting less effort? Is it the carbon frame?
@BadlandSymphony 2 жыл бұрын
"put the cookie down!"
@Cycle9568 2 жыл бұрын
105 group set, Dura Ace cassette, Dura Ace wheels.
@DDGB08 2 жыл бұрын
Great vid
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