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First look: Does the Praxis Works Alba 48/32 herald the era of the sub-compact chainset? By Road.cc

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Smaller chainrings mean lower gears — is this the way to go for riders who don't race? Praxis Works Alba M30 With this version of its Alba chainset, Praxis Works is in the vanguard of a new trend in gearing, the sub-compact chainset. What’s the idea, and is it the way to go for you? The chainrings are the feature that separates this version of Praxis’ Alba chainset from similar-looking five arm chainsets. They’re a 48-tooth outer and 32-tooth inner for a slight drop in gearing over more common set-ups. The bike industry is variously calling this ‘sub-compact’ or ‘adventure’...

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ENVE Black Brake Pad Tech Notice

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Question: Can I use the Black Enve Brake pad on my SES rims that do not feature the new Gen2, textured brake surface? Answer: The ENVE Black Brake Pad is compatible on SES Rim models featuring the new textured braking surface.  These models include the SES 2.2 and 7.8, and the SES 3.4 and 4.5 featuring the textured braking surface.  Use of the ENVE Black Brake Pad on SES 3.4, 4.5, 6.7, and 8.9 model rims and wheelsets with the standard braking surface will diminish braking performance and voids the warranty.    Purchase:  Grey Brake Pads Black Brake Pads Black Brake Pads...

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11spd: This week's best new bike gear by Bike Radar

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Praxis Alba M30 48/32 road cranks Praxis sent us these Alba M30 48/32t cranks, aimed at gravel riders Calling all gravel riders, tourers and adventurers, are you in need of lower gearing, but refuse to fit a triple chainring? Take a look at this 48/32t beauty from Praxis, with solid forged alloy arms. We’re seeing more of this kind of thing become available and we heartily approve. It tips the scales at around 775g and this particular sample comes ready for threaded bottom brackets. It comes supplied with the new Praxis “Buzz” rings, which are designed to be compatible with...

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Top 5 - Dream Road Bike Wheelsets 2017

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Its that time of the year again for Bike Radar's TOP 5, Dream Wheelsets for 2017. When money is no object, what would you choose: Featherweight? Crazy Aero? Bomb Proof? We're really proud that Enve's SES 4.5AR Disc wheelset made the list.  "We've seen a number of tubular Disc wheels crop up with wider rims for wider tires, but Enve blows this category apart with the SES 4.5 AR wheels with massive 25mm internal rim widths, these carbon clinchers are made for big 28mm tires. And not just in stability and matching the shape of the tire, but the overall...

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Enve 4.5 Clinchers Review - Cycling Weekly

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They certainly sit up there amongst the most desirable and bling wheels money can buy, but are the Enve SES 4.5 clinchers worthy of their high price tag? We put them to the test for several months. The moment you take them out the box, the Enve SES 4.5 feel a little bit special. There’s something about them. Enve works in collaboration with the famous aerodynamicist Simon Smart, who has a strong background in Formula One. Smart has worked closely to optimise the shape of Enve’s wheels for minimum drag and maximum speed. SES stands for Smart Enve Systems and the number corresponds to...

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