The necessity of road bike upgrades and cost-effectiveness ranking must be read before modifying the car! (Part 2)

In this issue, we will continue to share other upgrades

1. Bike saddle connection 3-piece set 2

Necessity of upgrade ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Weight reduction: 100~300g Price range ＄50~300
If your buttocks are always sore, riding may not be a problem, but maybe it is because you have not found a good seat. It is one of the only two ways to improve the riding feel (don't doubt it, the second is to shorten the stem). The problem is that the seat is too difficult to choose. Anyone's advice is almost of little reference significance to you. You can only trust your buttocks, after all, it grows on your body. Sometimes, the most important thing about the seat upgrade is weight reduction, because it is very direct. A not-very-expensive seat can easily reduce 100g+, so the cost-effectiveness is still relatively good. My suggestion is that if you have a friend who has replaced an uncomfortable seat, you can try it first, which is much more efficient than replacing it yourself. In addition, I feel that the 3D-printed + titanium rail seat cushion does improve comfort a lot, but don't forget that cycling pants are also essential to improve the riding experience. The main reason for giving 4 stars is that many top road bikes are already equipped with top-level seat cushions, so it is not necessary to upgrade.
I highly recommend you try our new seat cushions, which are very comfortable and lightweight.

2. Seat tube--Extension of the second of the three-piece set of human body contact

Necessity of upgrade ⭐⭐⭐
Weight reduction 80~200g Price range ＄50~280
The upgrade of the seat tube mainly has two improvement points: 1. If many aluminum frame bikes want to ride for a long time, but the original carbon seat tube is not installed, it is recommended to install it, which is a relatively obvious improvement for improving the riding experience. Because the shock absorption of aluminum is not good enough, and the aluminum of entry-level road bikes is even worse; 2. For many people who can't find the feeling of hip force, you can replace the rear-floating seat tube (many times you can't find the hip force because the seat cushion is too far forward and you have been using your legs to exert force. It is also an improvement in appearance, but it is still recommended that you be cautious when buying immediately. You should still adjust the front and back position of the seat cushion first, or it is better to get the advice of a fitter and then change from a straight tube to a rear-floating seat tube; 3. There is a partial weight loss effect.

 

3. Handlebar tape - 3 of 3 sets of human contact

Necessity of upgrade ⭐⭐⭐
Weight reduction 50~100g Price range ＄10~60
Although it is only given 3 stars, it is the first choice for many riders to upgrade. First, it is because of its very special properties - the cheaper it is, the lighter it is. Second, it can greatly enhance the personality of your bike and improve its appearance. And, incredibly, many handlebar tapes are as high as more than 100g. Some riders even don't wear handlebar tape in pursuit of ultra-lightness. Although it is not recommended, it still respects personal choice. As long as everyone finds the one that suits them, it's fine. It is a consumable like the inner tube, and the upgrade cost performance is also good.

4. Stem, curved handlebar, integrated handlebar--Extension of the third of the three-piece set. Almost the only way to adjust the geometry without changing the code

Necessity of upgrade ⭐⭐⭐
Weight reduction 0~150g Price range ＄100~800
Regarding the situation that all entry-level bikes have been competing for integrated handlebars in recent years, there is full opposition from old Pros. This opposition is responsible for riders. In a word, split handlebars are most suitable for riders because riding should be done by constantly optimizing your posture and constantly changing the stem until you combine the most comfortable level for yourself. Entry-level bikes are equipped with integrated handlebars, which kills this possibility or makes the cost much higher. So you can see that many big brands still choose to use split handlebars for top-level bikes, and this is the reason.
Replacing the stem, curved handlebar, or even integrated handlebar is the only choice for us to adjust the geometry without changing the entire bicycle. In addition, upgrading will also bring a certain amount of aerodynamic and appearance benefits. PS, the speed benefits above come from the big Pros buying long stems so that they can lie lower and ride faster. Everyone should ride more and feel it more before replacing this component, instead of blindly following the trend from split handlebars to red...male handlebars. I know that integrated handlebars are cool, but without long-term riding, it is impossible to determine your needs.

 

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