This video has been very beneficial in making me appreciate how much I like my 10 speed allez sprint disc I’ve had for almost 5 years and how I’ve absolutely no desire to upgrade it if this is what I’d get for my money
Think I'll stick to my alloy allez rim brake with ultegra mechanical 11 speed purchased used for £400. 4 years on its been great just with normal wear items such as tyres
Excellent video..... Very nice build However I do echo many of the other comments The price to value just isn't there. Bikes are far too expensive for what they are.
I disagree, compare distance travel to cost for other ways People: electric cars are too expensive Me: electric cars aren't expensive as when buy one the running cost is way lower than any other car
@@gmivisualsjason3729 yeah, bikes are great, I'm looking to spend more than he did on the build too but as two wheelsets I guess some of you like cars, I had 30 driving lessons but still am like they are only a car and no one needs a car to progress through life and so I see cars as pointless to have, my bikes may cost a lot but within a few years it will be more cost efficient than any car can be too
@@bikedawg bicycles are way more customizable than motorbikes too, try getting a motorbike in small, medium or large sizes I do agree over £4k for most people on a bicycle is stupid though, yes I might spend more to get what I want (£6-7k on my next 2 builds) but I view any bike over £4k ready built a waste of money as often get better for less
@@jays9781 what’s the point in buying a Domane+ if I don’t want an e-bike and just want one that’s still light, fun to ride, and fits exactly like my Madone…
I have a ALR rim brake frame with SRAM Red Etap and Bontrager xxx4 wheels. Size 58 weighs in at 15.7 lbs. Only fits 25mm tires, but the wheels and exposed xxx seat post add a lot of compliance, so it’s really very comfortable. The best part is that I’m only in to it for around $1500
The great thing is. We have choices. Many choices. Pick, choose and build what you love. Then ride, rest and repeat. Grateful that Life is so great! 🙏🏻
I did very similar getting the off white “palmares” edition of the Emonda frame - added Hunt aero 34 alum wheels and the earlier Ultegra di2 and Giant slr cockpit (off a retired bike) but in 1x with 46 ring up front - Richey comp alum seat post and Prologo zero nack saddle, Look keo pedals - came in at 7.8kg and looks and rides like a dream - full build about $3k
I was considering this sort of thing around a Spesh Allez Sprint frameset, but prices are just crazy, so it’s the old Allez S-Works, rim brakes and 28c tyres for now. Loving the spirit of the “alloy superbike”. Well done for keeping the dream alive.
Nothing wrong with Aluminium frames and as for hookless, I've been running Zipp 303 firecrest wih Pirelli P Zero for two years- no issues at all... love them....
I built an Allez sprint frame up as a winter bike and not only is it slightly lighter than this, it was over £1000 less using a 105 group set. I also have 50mm wheels that are not hookless nor made by hunt. If I add the mud guards to it, the weight is pretty much the same as this. It’s a good bike but it’s not, nor is it ever going to be a superbike.
I did something similar to my Allez Sprint 2021. It is not a superbike nor as stiff as my SL6, but I enjoy it equally nevertheless. What I want is a very good and reliable road bike, I never cared for a superbike (besides amateur cyclists and suprbikes is something close to apples and oranges).
@@cauldron101My Allez is my favourite bike, I ride it to work and things as well. I built it as a winter bike but it really is a good solid reliable do it all road bike. I have an SL7 S Works which is my pride and joy and the difference riding the Allez and it’s is day and night. I don’t mean that in a bad way they just ride very differently as they are not the same type of bike. However realistically the S Works is an indulgence, and the Allez is more bike than most need.
Totally agree with the sentiment of the desirability of building EXACTLY the build you want. My own (nearly a year old now) is also a Trek, but its a Checkpoint SL carbon gravel frame with a GRX Di2 two by group set, Pro discover carbon bars and stem, Zip carbon seat post, Selle Italia SLR boost gravel saddle, plus my old Garmin Rally pedals and Roval Terra carbon wheels-set. I also had a bike fit / bike shop build package so it fits superbly. Very happy with my "perfect" (until GRX Di2 12speed is released!) bike 🙂
Interesting - I want to upgrade my Trek Emonda (carbon) and been dabbling with an Emonda ALR build …. Although in the sales, the carbon is bearly more expensive and building a bike up is seriously expensive in comparison - an ALR frame is £1000 - and can’t get a complete SL5 carbon for £1700 at the moment, and stick that on a cycle2work scheme (something you can’t do with a build) and it’s much much cheaper to buy a complete bike … what I do like about the ALR is it doesn’t have the stupid seat masts …. Mind - £4000 for that bike is crazy crazy crazy IMO
You’re £1700 SL5 carbon comes with the old 11 speed 105, cheap crap alloy wheels, bars and stem along with low end tyres and a entry level saddle. By the time you buy decent wheels, tyres then change the bars and stem to ones that fit along with a saddle that fit you could build an Ultegra bike 12 speed bike to the spec you want for the same money.
Same, I went but as aluminium so less worry thief break it, aero and no stupid seatmast I like normal seatpost Lucky you as I have to build, I only like Shimano on mountain bike
Would love a comparison between this and your S-works Allez you featured a while back. (A virtually perfect alloy road bike, in my opinion, which you already own?)
So much hate in the comments. Congratulations on your new bike you built up the way you wanted. When we buy a stock bike we end up upgrading the wheels, cages, mounts, tires, etc. You just obviated all that. Have fun and know that when you push those pedals yo get to enjoy that feeling of having the right bike.
This video is a perfect example of what's wrong with the industry. A used fifteen year old bike for 1k would blow this build out of the water any day off the week.
I think you are living in the past. Any new bike with the latest tech will blow your old bike apart. If you love it just ride it. Don't knock people who love the best they can buy
@@stickymiky123 my old bike? I have a new Gen madone, and my rim brake s works venge and super 6 hi mod blows it out of the water every day off the week. Latest tech? You think integrated cables and disc brakes are faster because they're heavier and less aero? Lol. Knock ppl for buying "the best" lol you sound like a clown. You're what's wrong with this industry, I'm telling facts only an idiot who blew money on junk would disagree but only because thier ego and bank account got raped, good Lord help you, I'm praying 🙏.
@@stickymiky123 i have a new gen madone, my rim brake venge and super6 hi mod blow it out of the water every day of the week. by "latest tech" you mean integrated cables and disc brakes? sure heavier and less aero is faster, gottcha. im not knocking anyone, just stating simple and plain facts. its their inability to recognize the truth in the science, instead of just buying the next new shiny thing that the companies tell them to buy. look at these prices and mark up, its clear to see theres no love there its straight up foolishness. we live in a world of buy it, break it, chuck it, buy it again. your comment shows your pure ignorance. again things are not made to last, theyre designed with failure in mind. its not hard to engineer anything to last 10x's what usually does in todays world. and this build is laughable because end of the day its a generic alloy bike, in 10 years it will be worthless. mean while theres highly collectable and super bikes decades old that are still great bikes and have been proven through the years
I want to build a similar Endurance/winter bike, so I’m going with the carbon Domane SLR with 1x SRAM Force AXS and Red Aero crankset. 48t up front & 11-32 rear cassette with Hunt Aerodynamicist 54 wheels.
You say same to me, I'm going no bottle cage as using camel Pak from here on, the tyres I pick I literally ride over broken glass with no issue and so often go without any tools but my bikes are all sub 8kg so carry them unless on about enduro mountain bike that is sub 13kg or velomobile I'm looking to own too
There is a lot of pleasure building up your own bike. You can still build a sub 7kg rim brake alloy bike with dura ace 11 speed for half the price of modern disc bikes
I don’t think this such an illogical combo of frame and wheels (as some comment). Just switching to one of Hunts alloy rim options could make it more cost effective. And after many years of riding carbon, i’m drawn back to some of the metal frame options.
I ride an Emonda ALR with zipp carbon SL components, 303 firecrest wheel-set and ultegra Di2 for my winter build. I would never call it a superbike. A very sluggish ride compared to my summer build.
: I find it confusing that such a small bike can weigh so much. Plus it has only one bottle cage and only the computer mount but not the computer? And to claim that a bike in 2024 which weighs 7,5 IF everything works out well, would be fantastic would just be an insane statement just 8 years ago. The price is ok for a new bike but then you remember that you didn't get a carbon frame and then it's not ok again.
🎉Congratulations on the new bike and it’s always something special when you have selected all the components on the bike to personalise the ride. I have an older Emonda ALR I bought second hand to compliment my (heavier) Domane & little by little upgrading the parts as older ones wear out. Don’t think my budget (aka wife) will allow me to go quite as crazy as you have on wheels and other component pricing though. Enjoy the riding.
Super cool build! I as well own a emonda and just bought similar bars as you. Though i cant seem to understand the manual with the intergrated 5mm spacer inside the top of the stem? how did you mount it, and do you use carbon or aluminum spacers for the rest? Thanks in advance!
I basically built an alloy superbike to commute : BMC 2019 Alpenchallenge, Force mech 1x with XG 1199 XX1 cassette, Zipp 303s, Panaracer GK 32, Brooks cambium C13 saddle, Zipp SL speed seatpost, Zipp SL stem, BMC alloy flat handlebars, Brooks Cambium grips, King titanium bottle cage, K-Edge race mount and XTR M-9100 pedals. It's crazy how well it rides.
You're crazy to get carbon spokes. The whole reason I'm against carbon frames is because of the fragility. One awkward bump and you're replacing bits, or the whole frame...
Channel presenters, like many industry workers and shop employees get to purchase a new bike or frame, groupset, wheels, etc. at a substantial discount once a year. It’s usually enough discount that you can sell it a year later for about what you paid. They have to agree to keep the bike or parts for one calendar year. Many industry folks and employees take advantage of being able to get a new bike every year this way, and stay current with technology. Staying current is pretty important for most cycling journalists, since they are the face of the sport for many people.
Nice build. I know Trek suggests a max 28 and I don’t believe you mentioned width but what do you feel the largest tire you could realistically run? Thinking of a similar build tho would like the option of 32’s + on a 25 internal rim for winter. Thx
This is a great video by @cyclingweekly , specifically about the emphasis on Aluminium bikes, when specified in a thoughtful manner, provide great value and performance. I love carbon bikes just as much, nonetheless, this is currently the way to go - spec-up, and go pragmatic!
So let me get this straight. You spent 6,000 dollars to build an alloy bike with HUNT WHEELS? Wow. Shows that it is not just our cycling industry that has no clue of what customers like. Our presenters too think the same.
As an aging rider, I simply will not buy a bike that I could build for $1000. Yes, it doesn't look as clean and flashy, but when the average rider is speeding along at 12.5 mph average, 50 mm deep wheels do nothing but add weight. 12 speed groups give you a lot of gears to jump over and it's nice to know that you're could climb 5000 feet to the top of one of the local hills in a 36 but those days are far behind me now. From 300,000 ft per year, I'm down to 160,000, and from 10,000 miles per year, I am down to 5,000. I have a Trek Alpha 1.5, but I prefer my steel Basso Loto. I use a BMC SLO as a winter bike, and I hate Di2 because I can't tell the difference between up and down with winter gloves on. After years of using Campy, I am returning to Shimano because I can get older 10 speed parts and not spend all of my time shifting over gears to find the right gear. Bicycles and components have become ridiculously expensive, and although I could buy anything I want, I refuse to pay these prices. There is no difference between my Alpa 1.5 and that ALR. Well, yes, there is. The Alpha cost me $500 and the Centaur group another's $500. And the paint is black and white.
Agreed. Six thousand is absurd for an aluminum frame and Ultegra groupset. I recently built a gravel/road bike with full Ultegra, carbon frame and DT Swiss aluminum wheels for half that price. Bike costs have become absurd. The industry is ripe for, and deserving of, a disruption.
Can’t stick a build on a cycle to work scheme - which means that in real terms for me - I could alternative buy a £8000 bike … or in reality, buy a ready made (I know that’s not the point) similar bike for half the price ….
I bought a KTM Revelator 3500 for 600 euro, almost like new with Shimano 105 11 speed. On the local climbs I beat the sht out of 10k Pinarelo and Trek guys. Until you are not at 90% natural max capacity, it makes no sense spending such amounts.
Don’t understand the trolls in the comments. When will people get through their heads that what others do is none of their business. So what? His money. His bike. He can build whatever bike he wants regardless of you thinking it’s dumb, insane or unnecessary. You don’t have to like it, yet your opinion aren’t facts, and nor is it valid as it’s not your channel, your money or bike. People are weird, have no common sense and too much time to meddle with other people’s lives and their decisions.
@@diegoeleazar9154 Bought a Carbon Fiber Frame Rim Brake from LightCarbon for $650 including pant job and shipping. Shimano105 r7000 $300. Spynergy Z-Lite wheels $600. My bike weighs 14.9lbs.
I’ve build many a bike over the years, and I see your point - but the point of a custom build is to build something truly special and unique - really not intending to knock this build - but a Grey Trek with Ultegra isn’t all that ‘special’ … I could have completely have understood it, if it was a custom colour steel frame for example - looks to me like a parts bin special
Oooo £4.7k you can do better than that, i did build full carbon aero bike for around 3.4k, Vitus Evo ZX-1 full carbo aero frameset £800(was on SALE) zipp 404 Firecrest £850 (second hand with 300miles) Sram Force etap AXE groupset (on SALE, brand new, no crankset) £800, Sram Red Crankset (on Sale, brand new) £260 everything else brand new Stem(FSA) Handle bar(ENVE AR) Tyres(Continental 5000 S TR) Saddle (Carbon Selle Italia SLR superflow) bar tape and BB £690
It was $4600 for the whole bike, not the frame. It always cost substantially more to piece together a bike than to buy one off the rack. The big companies pay substantially less for components than the consumer does. That frame is available as a complete 105 equipped bike with alloy rims and handlebar for around half that price. The presenter in this video wanted a custom build. Choosing all of his same parts and specs to build onto a good quality carbon frameset would have been substantially more expensive than this. I’m pretty sure that Cycling Weakly presenters do not pay full retail prices for their gear, if they actually pay for it at all. If they do have to pay, they probably get the standard industry pro discounts that are made available to full time bike shop employees. Well below standard dealer cost.
@@prestachuck2867 I know. I meant the full price for an alloy bike. There’s better options available a lot cheaper. Ie giant tcr pro frameset can be got around 1500. Ultegra di2 1400 hunt wheels 1000 your left with 600 for bars stem and saddle. So my point stands. There’s a lot of better options for less money out there it’s a disgrace the price of that frameset alone
@@gregkane8635 Then maybe you ought to build one the way you like and make your own video rather than whine about the example here. Everybody wants so badly to win the comment section, but so few will ever put their money where their mouth is.
@@prestachuck2867 I’ve already built my own. And my argument isn’t with what he’s built it’s how they are claiming it’s good value. At 4600 for an alloy frame it’s not. Now maybe if you don’t like my comment scroll on and have a great day instead of disliking my opinion :)
Not a super bike, but a good enough bike to not cost you any wins. If you can’t win a race with that bike, you aren’t going to win anything on any bike.
@@prestachuck2867 really, because I bought a used Topstone frameset with seat post and stem for $450 last fall. Is the new emonda 3x better? Will I have to buy 2.5 Chinese frames to equal the life of the emonda? I would rather get what I paid for, than something less, which is what a new bike is these days.
Why didn't you get the white one? 🥲 For those people who are shock about the price have no idea. He could have cheap out if he wants to but he went what he trust.
This video has been very beneficial in making me appreciate how much I like my 10 speed allez sprint disc I’ve had for almost 5 years and how I’ve absolutely no desire to upgrade it if this is what I’d get for my money
Think I'll stick to my alloy allez rim brake with ultegra mechanical 11 speed purchased used for £400. 4 years on its been great just with normal wear items such as tyres
Mech shifting and rim brakes for the win in 2024!
Can confirm with my caad 13!
Excellent video..... Very nice build
However I do echo many of the other comments
The price to value just isn't there.
Bikes are far too expensive for what they are.
I disagree, compare distance travel to cost for other ways
People: electric cars are too expensive
Me: electric cars aren't expensive as when buy one the running cost is way lower than any other car
@@mlee6050 It's a bike .......
@@gmivisualsjason3729 yeah, bikes are great, I'm looking to spend more than he did on the build too but as two wheelsets
I guess some of you like cars, I had 30 driving lessons but still am like they are only a car and no one needs a car to progress through life and so I see cars as pointless to have, my bikes may cost a lot but within a few years it will be more cost efficient than any car can be too
Motorcycles costs way less the bicycles---WTF?!?!?!!
@@bikedawg bicycles are way more customizable than motorbikes too, try getting a motorbike in small, medium or large sizes
I do agree over £4k for most people on a bicycle is stupid though, yes I might spend more to get what I want (£6-7k on my next 2 builds) but I view any bike over £4k ready built a waste of money as often get better for less
Love the build but only thing keeping me away from the alr is the 28mm tyre clearance. Would really expect 30/32 now adays
Aluminium for the win in 2024❤
I bought that exact frame about 4 months ago and it is now my go-to bike. I love my Madone SLR, but this Emonda is heaven
Don't you think domain e-bike would've been much better choice than buying a Emonda
@@jays9781 what’s the point in buying a Domane+ if I don’t want an e-bike and just want one that’s still light, fun to ride, and fits exactly like my Madone…
I have a ALR rim brake frame with SRAM Red Etap and Bontrager xxx4 wheels. Size 58 weighs in at 15.7 lbs. Only fits 25mm tires, but the wheels and exposed xxx seat post add a lot of compliance, so it’s really very comfortable. The best part is that I’m only in to it for around $1500
I was hoping you were building up a CAAD10
That would have been the smart choice.
The great thing is. We have choices. Many choices. Pick, choose and build what you love. Then ride, rest and repeat. Grateful that Life is so great! 🙏🏻
I did very similar getting the off white “palmares” edition of the Emonda frame - added Hunt aero 34 alum wheels and the earlier Ultegra di2 and Giant slr cockpit (off a retired bike) but in 1x with 46 ring up front - Richey comp alum seat post and Prologo zero nack saddle, Look keo pedals - came in at 7.8kg and looks and rides like a dream - full build about $3k
I was considering this sort of thing around a Spesh Allez Sprint frameset, but prices are just crazy, so it’s the old Allez S-Works, rim brakes and 28c tyres for now. Loving the spirit of the “alloy superbike”. Well done for keeping the dream alive.
Which Allez Sprint? First or second-generation?
@@yonglingng5640 2nd
Nothing wrong with Aluminium frames and as for hookless, I've been running Zipp 303 firecrest wih Pirelli P Zero for two years- no issues at all... love them....
I built an Allez sprint frame up as a winter bike and not only is it slightly lighter than this, it was over £1000 less using a 105 group set. I also have 50mm wheels that are not hookless nor made by hunt. If I add the mud guards to it, the weight is pretty much the same as this. It’s a good bike but it’s not, nor is it ever going to be a superbike.
I did something similar to my Allez Sprint 2021. It is not a superbike nor as stiff as my SL6, but I enjoy it equally nevertheless. What I want is a very good and reliable road bike, I never cared for a superbike (besides amateur cyclists and suprbikes is something close to apples and oranges).
@@cauldron101My Allez is my favourite bike, I ride it to work and things as well. I built it as a winter bike but it really is a good solid reliable do it all road bike. I have an SL7 S Works which is my pride and joy and the difference riding the Allez and it’s is day and night. I don’t mean that in a bad way they just ride very differently as they are not the same type of bike. However realistically the S Works is an indulgence, and the Allez is more bike than most need.
Got the white one coming. Can’t wait.
I was very indecisive beetween those two. I mwent for the black, but, the white is awesome too!
Just finished mine, feels sweet on the streets 😀
when I want a good laugh, I watch GCN and CyclingWeekly
GCN presenters are a bunch of 🔔Ends.
Totally agree with the sentiment of the desirability of building EXACTLY the build you want. My own (nearly a year old now) is also a Trek, but its a Checkpoint SL carbon gravel frame with a GRX Di2 two by group set, Pro discover carbon bars and stem, Zip carbon seat post, Selle Italia SLR boost gravel saddle, plus my old Garmin Rally pedals and Roval Terra carbon wheels-set. I also had a bike fit / bike shop build package so it fits superbly. Very happy with my "perfect" (until GRX Di2 12speed is released!) bike 🙂
I have caad 12 rim brake dura ace slash ultegra r9150/8050 with p2m and 35 mm tubs and it cost me around 2500€.
7,1kg
Interesting - I want to upgrade my Trek Emonda (carbon) and been dabbling with an Emonda ALR build …. Although in the sales, the carbon is bearly more expensive and building a bike up is seriously expensive in comparison - an ALR frame is £1000 - and can’t get a complete SL5 carbon for £1700 at the moment, and stick that on a cycle2work scheme (something you can’t do with a build) and it’s much much cheaper to buy a complete bike … what I do like about the ALR is it doesn’t have the stupid seat masts …. Mind - £4000 for that bike is crazy crazy crazy IMO
You’re £1700 SL5 carbon comes with the old 11 speed 105, cheap crap alloy wheels, bars and stem along with low end tyres and a entry level saddle. By the time you buy decent wheels, tyres then change the bars and stem to ones that fit along with a saddle that fit you could build an Ultegra bike 12 speed bike to the spec you want for the same money.
@@Ryan.T89 yeah - true true …
Same, I went but as aluminium so less worry thief break it, aero and no stupid seatmast I like normal seatpost
Lucky you as I have to build, I only like Shimano on mountain bike
Would love a comparison between this and your S-works Allez you featured a while back. (A virtually perfect alloy road bike, in my opinion, which you already own?)
So much hate in the comments. Congratulations on your new bike you built up the way you wanted. When we buy a stock bike we end up upgrading the wheels, cages, mounts, tires, etc. You just obviated all that. Have fun and know that when you push those pedals yo get to enjoy that feeling of having the right bike.
its not hate, this video is hate. the response is simply calling him on the bs.
It's a fantastic frame. I built one up as well. I think it's a perfect blend of comfort and performance.
This video is a perfect example of what's wrong with the industry. A used fifteen year old bike for 1k would blow this build out of the water any day off the week.
I think you are living in the past. Any new bike with the latest tech will blow your old bike apart. If you love it just ride it. Don't knock people who love the best they can buy
@@stickymiky123 my old bike? I have a new Gen madone, and my rim brake s works venge and super 6 hi mod blows it out of the water every day off the week. Latest tech? You think integrated cables and disc brakes are faster because they're heavier and less aero? Lol. Knock ppl for buying "the best" lol you sound like a clown. You're what's wrong with this industry, I'm telling facts only an idiot who blew money on junk would disagree but only because thier ego and bank account got raped, good Lord help you, I'm praying 🙏.
Not this particular 17+lbs tank. My 2007 Ridley Noah will destroy this thing in every category that exists.
@@stickymiky123 i have a new gen madone, my rim brake venge and super6 hi mod blow it out of the water every day of the week. by "latest tech" you mean integrated cables and disc brakes? sure heavier and less aero is faster, gottcha. im not knocking anyone, just stating simple and plain facts. its their inability to recognize the truth in the science, instead of just buying the next new shiny thing that the companies tell them to buy. look at these prices and mark up, its clear to see theres no love there its straight up foolishness. we live in a world of buy it, break it, chuck it, buy it again. your comment shows your pure ignorance. again things are not made to last, theyre designed with failure in mind. its not hard to engineer anything to last 10x's what usually does in todays world. and this build is laughable because end of the day its a generic alloy bike, in 10 years it will be worthless. mean while theres highly collectable and super bikes decades old that are still great bikes and have been proven through the years
@@robbiek4400 yep my rim brake venge and super 6 hi mod will destroy this bike
I love to build up my own bikes exactly to my specifications. It's so much fun 😊
Some have to, I only like Shimano on mountain bike, so I have to build my Trek Emonda ALR with Sram
Ill take a canyon
I want to build a similar Endurance/winter bike, so I’m going with the carbon Domane SLR with 1x SRAM Force AXS and Red Aero crankset. 48t up front & 11-32 rear cassette with Hunt Aerodynamicist 54 wheels.
Single bottle cage? Carrying inflation system and multi tool in your pocket?
You say same to me, I'm going no bottle cage as using camel Pak from here on, the tyres I pick I literally ride over broken glass with no issue and so often go without any tools but my bikes are all sub 8kg so carry them unless on about enduro mountain bike that is sub 13kg or velomobile I'm looking to own too
There is a lot of pleasure building up your own bike. You can still build a sub 7kg rim brake alloy bike with dura ace 11 speed for half the price of modern disc bikes
I don’t think this such an illogical combo of frame and wheels (as some comment). Just switching to one of Hunts alloy rim options could make it more cost effective. And after many years of riding carbon, i’m drawn back to some of the metal frame options.
I ride an Emonda ALR with zipp carbon SL components, 303 firecrest wheel-set and ultegra Di2 for my winter build.
I would never call it a superbike.
A very sluggish ride compared to my summer build.
: I find it confusing that such a small bike can weigh so much. Plus it has only one bottle cage and only the computer mount but not the computer? And to claim that a bike in 2024 which weighs 7,5 IF everything works out well, would be fantastic would just be an insane statement just 8 years ago. The price is ok for a new bike but then you remember that you didn't get a carbon frame and then it's not ok again.
Very nice build. 😊
🎉Congratulations on the new bike and it’s always something special when you have selected all the components on the bike to personalise the ride.
I have an older Emonda ALR I bought second hand to compliment my (heavier) Domane & little by little upgrading the parts as older ones wear out.
Don’t think my budget (aka wife) will allow me to go quite as crazy as you have on wheels and other component pricing though. Enjoy the riding.
Super cool build! I as well own a emonda and just bought similar bars as you. Though i cant seem to understand the manual with the intergrated 5mm spacer inside the top of the stem? how did you mount it, and do you use carbon or aluminum spacers for the rest? Thanks in advance!
I basically built an alloy superbike to commute : BMC 2019 Alpenchallenge, Force mech 1x with XG 1199 XX1 cassette, Zipp 303s, Panaracer GK 32, Brooks cambium C13 saddle, Zipp SL speed seatpost, Zipp SL stem, BMC alloy flat handlebars, Brooks Cambium grips, King titanium bottle cage, K-Edge race mount and XTR M-9100 pedals. It's crazy how well it rides.
And presumably you’ve very safe parking at work?
@@br5380 luckily yes, parking with cameras
@@DavidLamona camera just lets you see who stole it 🙂
@@br5380 😂😅 love it ! Luckily Swiss people are super afraid of cameras 🤞
You're crazy to get carbon spokes. The whole reason I'm against carbon frames is because of the fragility. One awkward bump and you're replacing bits, or the whole frame...
What was wrong with your old bike?
Channel presenters, like many industry workers and shop employees get to purchase a new bike or frame, groupset, wheels, etc. at a substantial discount once a year.
It’s usually enough discount that you can sell it a year later for about what you paid.
They have to agree to keep the bike or parts for one calendar year.
Many industry folks and employees take advantage of being able to get a new bike every year this way, and stay current with technology.
Staying current is pretty important for most cycling journalists, since they are the face of the sport for many people.
Nice build. I know Trek suggests a max 28 and I don’t believe you mentioned width but what do you feel the largest tire you could realistically run? Thinking of a similar build tho would like the option of 32’s + on a 25 internal rim for winter. Thx
I run 30s with ample clearance still
Superbike with Hunt wheels 😂
I had the same thought 🤣
Shows that pointless marketing can take you very far
the price is tooooooooooo high for the weight of the bike. i'll pass.
My CAAD 13 weighs 7.16kg, fully dressed.
nice setup. you must be really fit to be able to turn a 52/11.
28 max tire size? Thats not that much
bro’s saddle on an aluminum bike is more expensive than my carbon bike altogether
For 95 percent of cyclists, it is not worth the investment
Square rim profile ...never seen that before lol....nice bars though
Nice bike do you know can I use those handlebars on a specialized frame? frame has external routing , but I wanted to be able to use those handlebars
Yes, you can, but your brake hoses and shift cables will rub the frames’ headtube awkwardly.
No, that's my bike :) Congrats! Great choice.
A lot of brokies complaining in the comments. Customized to your want=expensive. Don't like it. Then stop watching.
What's your length and saddle height?
Why Ultegra though? I would have gone for 105.
Where front light?
This is a great video by @cyclingweekly , specifically about the emphasis on Aluminium bikes, when specified in a thoughtful manner, provide great value and performance. I love carbon bikes just as much, nonetheless, this is currently the way to go - spec-up, and go pragmatic!
Wel thats a really cheap bike think i will buy 2 of them and the kids can walk to school.
If u have 2 kids, they can ride them instead!!
@@the.communist lol and they would.
So let me get this straight. You spent 6,000 dollars to build an alloy bike with HUNT WHEELS? Wow. Shows that it is not just our cycling industry that has no clue of what customers like. Our presenters too think the same.
As an aging rider, I simply will not buy a bike that I could build for $1000. Yes, it doesn't look as clean and flashy, but when the average rider is speeding along at 12.5 mph average, 50 mm deep wheels do nothing but add weight. 12 speed groups give you a lot of gears to jump over and it's nice to know that you're could climb 5000 feet to the top of one of the local hills in a 36 but those days are far behind me now. From 300,000 ft per year, I'm down to 160,000, and from 10,000 miles per year, I am down to 5,000. I have a Trek Alpha 1.5, but I prefer my steel Basso Loto. I use a BMC SLO as a winter bike, and I hate Di2 because I can't tell the difference between up and down with winter gloves on. After years of using Campy, I am returning to Shimano because I can get older 10 speed parts and not spend all of my time shifting over gears to find the right gear. Bicycles and components have become ridiculously expensive, and although I could buy anything I want, I refuse to pay these prices. There is no difference between my Alpa 1.5 and that ALR. Well, yes, there is. The Alpha cost me $500 and the Centaur group another's $500. And the paint is black and white.
Not to mention it is hookless road tubeless. Complete nonsense. Just put some TPU in there and stick with hooked.
Go ahead tell us what the people want.
These shows aren't meant to give you what you want.
Agreed. Six thousand is absurd for an aluminum frame and Ultegra groupset. I recently built a gravel/road bike with full Ultegra, carbon frame and DT Swiss aluminum wheels for half that price. Bike costs have become absurd. The industry is ripe for, and deserving of, a disruption.
does 52/38 combo shift well?
Yes. It shifts just as well as it does with a 36t small ring.
Cycling is going down the toilet 🤣
Can’t stick a build on a cycle to work scheme - which means that in real terms for me - I could alternative buy a £8000 bike … or in reality, buy a ready made (I know that’s not the point) similar bike for half the price ….
I bought a KTM Revelator 3500 for 600 euro, almost like new with Shimano 105 11 speed. On the local climbs I beat the sht out of 10k Pinarelo and Trek guys. Until you are not at 90% natural max capacity, it makes no sense spending such amounts.
CRAZY EXPENSIVE "value bike"
Don’t understand the trolls in the comments. When will people get through their heads that what others do is none of their business. So what? His money. His bike. He can build whatever bike he wants regardless of you thinking it’s dumb, insane or unnecessary. You don’t have to like it, yet your opinion aren’t facts, and nor is it valid as it’s not your channel, your money or bike. People are weird, have no common sense and too much time to meddle with other people’s lives and their decisions.
Awesome & Thanks :)
Sponsored by Trek........
Wow nearly 5k for an alloy bike 😂
i totally question the parts choice and its pricing 🤭
He did not cheap out on parts. Imagine if he went for CF.
My carbon 6.8 kg with china frame, shimano r8000 mechanic, and china hyper wheel cost for 2.300$😊.
@@diegoeleazar9154 Bought a Carbon Fiber Frame Rim Brake from LightCarbon for $650 including pant job and shipping. Shimano105 r7000 $300. Spynergy Z-Lite wheels $600. My bike weighs 14.9lbs.
Something telling me that comments under this video are not exactly what this presenter expect((((((-:
Beautiful bike... but it does seem expensive
You must be joking! I bought a new Tarmac Sl7 2 months before your video, and upgraded the wheels, for less than £4500
Black… seriuosly?
Its not like theres many options...
@@the.communist exactly for Trek Emonda alr there are ;) for example blue-coral
6000 usd for an aluminum. Dam. Thats expensive
Based on the seatpost layback and stem left I reckon the frame is a size too small for you.
Only people who like to customize their builds will feel this! Makes perfect sense to me.
I’ve build many a bike over the years, and I see your point - but the point of a custom build is to build something truly special and unique - really not intending to knock this build - but a Grey Trek with Ultegra isn’t all that ‘special’ … I could have completely have understood it, if it was a custom colour steel frame for example - looks to me like a parts bin special
Buys recalled cranks
Goodie for you ..😅
Oooo £4.7k you can do better than that, i did build full carbon aero bike for around 3.4k, Vitus Evo ZX-1 full carbo aero frameset £800(was on SALE) zipp 404 Firecrest £850 (second hand with 300miles) Sram Force etap AXE groupset (on SALE, brand new, no crankset) £800, Sram Red Crankset (on Sale, brand new) £260 everything else brand new Stem(FSA) Handle bar(ENVE AR) Tyres(Continental 5000 S TR) Saddle (Carbon Selle Italia SLR superflow) bar tape and BB £690
Almost the same with high end carbon bikes
Almost the same what?
nice enough, no superbike though,
Nice bike dude. I gotta say there sure is a lot of carbon on you new aluminum bike.
you had me until you said hookless.
4600 for an alloy frame…. No thank you. But enjoy
It was $4600 for the whole bike, not the frame. It always cost substantially more to piece together a bike than to buy one off the rack. The big companies pay substantially less for components than the consumer does.
That frame is available as a complete 105 equipped bike with alloy rims and handlebar for around half that price.
The presenter in this video wanted a custom build.
Choosing all of his same parts and specs to build onto a good quality carbon frameset would have been substantially more expensive than this.
I’m pretty sure that Cycling Weakly presenters do not pay full retail prices for their gear, if they actually pay for it at all.
If they do have to pay, they probably get the standard industry pro discounts that are made available to full time bike shop employees.
Well below standard dealer cost.
@@prestachuck2867 I know. I meant the full price for an alloy bike. There’s better options available a lot cheaper. Ie giant tcr pro frameset can be got around 1500. Ultegra di2 1400 hunt wheels 1000 your left with 600 for bars stem and saddle. So my point stands. There’s a lot of better options for less money out there it’s a disgrace the price of that frameset alone
@@gregkane8635 Then maybe you ought to build one the way you like and make your own video rather than whine about the example here. Everybody wants so badly to win the comment section, but so few will ever put their money where their mouth is.
@@prestachuck2867 I’ve already built my own. And my argument isn’t with what he’s built it’s how they are claiming it’s good value. At 4600 for an alloy frame it’s not. Now maybe if you don’t like my comment scroll on and have a great day instead of disliking my opinion :)
@@gregkane8635 Yeah okay. Top end aluminum is still better than entry level carbon. Lighter as well.
Balancing price against performance? 7.8kg? Where is the superbike? This is a bike for poor people.
This makes no sense when you can a better bike for cheaper
Won't understand the Hunt obsession. Same as any wheels you can order from china, marked up.
Aluminum bike with Ultegra? That is NOT a super bike, it’s a joke.
Well we found you. It took less than 24hrs to identify the Chad of the group. Congrats bro!
@@LifeCycle1978 the point is ultegra is not superbike material.
Yep, you get it. So you are a Chad too😂
Not a super bike, but a good enough bike to not cost you any wins. If you can’t win a race with that bike, you aren’t going to win anything on any bike.
If you really want to impress us build a nice bike for 500 £. Until then please go away.
It's a fine frame, but if I wanted to save money, I'd buy a chinese carbon frameset at half the price.
You get what you pay for.
@@prestachuck2867 really, because I bought a used Topstone frameset with seat post and stem for $450 last fall. Is the new emonda 3x better? Will I have to buy 2.5 Chinese frames to equal the life of the emonda? I would rather get what I paid for, than something less, which is what a new bike is these days.
Too me most bikes are the same but I'm not a pro 😅
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Why didn't you get the white one? 🥲
For those people who are shock about the price have no idea. He could have cheap out if he wants to but he went what he trust.