[ericTheHalf]

Would u mind sharing what app/editing software did u use for the speed and direction display?

Sure. It is Java so you can run it on any computer and it is free! Not the most polished user experience but usable.
https://sites.google.com/site/verymadmart/cyclecam

Edit: The above application outputs the overlay file only. I layered that on top of the GoPro video with iMovie. Since I edited together different camera angles I had to sync it all with the speed visually, so the speeds shown may not be exactly what they were in the video but very close. If you just do a single video with the overlay it would probably be much easier.

 

[twiggy]

That reminds me. I meant to post an update at the 2 year anniversary of my FM028. It is now about the 2 year and 4 month mark. about 9,000 miles and 400,000 ft of climbing.
...and now I'll be that guy that posts a video because I got a new GoPro camera. I posted this in another thread too but seems relevant here since it is a Dengfu FM028.

Great vid!....Hairy legs though?! Shave those bad boys

 

[aclinjury]

Epic failure of a Chinarello

THE END OF THE CHINA FRAME The owner of this no name carbon frameset (originally bought on ebay) was racing this bike when the fork steerer separated. he fell and hit his face. from the time he crashed to when the ambulance came, he lost a cup of blood – he was rushed to the hospital for facial reconstruction surgery on his cheek. he will survive, but will have lots of rash and scars. and in perspective, though the crash was bad, it could’ve been much, much worse. imagine if this happened on a descent in a pack of 100 racers or more. some may say that it’s the owner that’s ultimately responsible of their own equipment, but how much can you really know about your own bike? you weren’t the one that did the carbon layup on it, or engineered it to withstand a certain amount of stress before breaking. the fact that these cheap frames are sold to consumers is not only wreckless, it’s heartless and cold. in the grand scheme of things, the company cranking out these cookie cutter pinarellos haven’t done any research and development on their products. they’re in it for the money, and nothing else. it’s horrible to see one broken, and unfortunate that an innocent cyclist had to suffer injury because of it.

 

[duriel]

That is bad, that looks like my bike, but I have the original, thank you very much.

 

[FTR]

That pic is years old.

 

[spdntrxi]

I wouldn't mine a chinarello for my trainer bike

 

[redondoaveb]

I'm still wondering what the point is?

 

[mrcreosote]

because this only happens with cheap, Chinese frames.

Oh, wait......

http://www.specialized.com/OA_MEDIA/pdf/1213TarmacCruxSecteur.pdf

Safety Recall

Fox Factory Recalls Evolution Mountain Bike Suspension Forks Due to Fall Hazard | CPSC.gov

http://www.cervelo.com/Media/docs/recalls/Wolf-SL-Poster.pdf

http://www.cervelo.com/Media/docs/recalls/poster.pdf

 

[Alaska Mike]

I seem to recall George Hincapie going down for a similar reason during Paris-Roubaix. Wait... does Trek make good bikes? I forget.

Too many possible variables here to mention, although quality control can certainly be an issue.

No dog in this fight, since I don't own a "Chinarello", although I have owned a few Chinese bikes/forks from various "legit" manufacturers- depending on your definition of legit. Would Nashbar or Bikes Direct be considered any more legit than an open-source frame supplier off of eBay? It really depends on how much effort they go into researching their suppliers. Nice to have a "local" face to blame, but at the end of the day the pavement will likely taste the same.

 

[mikerp]

From what I can tell from the picture the frame looks to be in good shape, the failure was the steerer tube.
Total failure in reporting 101.

 

[Dunbar]

I seem to recall George Hincapie going down for a similar reason during Paris-Roubaix.

And it didn't look like this first time it happened to him. He had time to shrug his shoulders in disbelief before laying the bike down on its side gracefully.

 

[RaptorTC]

That's why you don't do your Chinese carbon frame shopping from no name sellers on eBay. If you must buy Chinese carbon, places like Hongfu and Dengfu seem to be much more highly regarded than a "replica" frame that comes from some random eBay seller.

 

[Bridgey]

I've bought 2 Chinarello's. One has been perfect.

I had to get 1 replaced as the bottom bracket came loose from the carbon. This also happened to me with a reputable brand and it happens with quite a few well known brands with BB30 BB's.

I got it replaced and the new one got a crack where the front derailleur joins. It was a bit light on carbon there. They replaced that one and then the new one was light on carbon at the back just above the rear brake (the part that joins the seat downward tube). I got this one replaced also and decided to get it in my wife's size who just likes riding around without any power, etc. My other one has been perfect and still is. Love it. Rides like the real deal.

The company I got it from are great at honouring their warranties. Never had to send them back (so fixed one and turned it into a TT bike), but will never buy from them again. I would trust e-hongfu though. Heard very few complaints. I am about to buy a real 2014 Cervelo S3. Hoping for better quality.

 

[SauronHimself]

Rule of thumb: If you engage in an activity that presents the possibility of serious injury, buy your equipment from someone you can sue.

 

[Suney]

I'm interested in buying a fm098 but I noticed there are variations in the frame?
Some of a more curved head tube while others are more triangular? Even though they are from the same seller. My guess its because of the frame size?

I asked kathy from dengfu but she said they all the same, just taken from different angle

 

[asherstash1]

considering the most common "complaint" about the build quality is "3-5mm gap between steerer and head tube" and its mate "lower bearing race will not fit on fork" and we have seen time and again people threaten to "rectify" this by sanding it till it fits....

 

[Goudgey]

Hi all, I'm after a bit of help please.
i recently bought a 2nd hand FM15-ISP frame set for a super low price. Only problem is the frame is a fraction on the small size for me and I need an extra 15 to 20mm out of the already cut ISP. I knew this when buying but took the chance anyway because the price was too good to refuse.
i assumed that I could simply buy a longer replacement topper in order to get the extra length but I'm unable to find a topper to suit the diameter of the seat mast (37mm dia requiring a topper or internal clear dia of 37.1mm).
I'm hoping someone here can point me in the right direction as I can't be the first person to encounter this issue!
Thanks very much,
Mark

 

[Bridgey]

considering the most common "complaint" about the build quality is "3-5mm gap between steerer and head tube" and its mate "lower bearing race will not fit on fork" and we have seen time and again people threaten to "rectify" this by sanding it till it fits....

All that was fixed in the last 2 versions of the Chinarello. No problems in that regard with my 2 Chinarello's. Super comfortable to ride and great handling. But check over with a fine tooth comb. Not as good quality build as the real deal (by far).

 

[cansprint]

I'm interested in buying a fm098 but I noticed there are variations in the frame?
Some of a more curved head tube while others are more triangular? Even though they are from the same seller. My guess its because of the frame size?

I asked kathy from dengfu but she said they all the same, just taken from different angle

Looks like its just the different size frames...i have this frame and i really like it!!!!

 

[aclinjury]

I'm still wondering what the point is?

internet anedotal posting, not to be taken as scientific.

When a failure such as this happens to a big brand, you can bet that folks will raise the issue up in arms, and usually it will result in the manufacture taking immediate actions to fix the issue (because their brand is at stake), and the public will generally know about it.

Does this same approach going to happen with some cheap Chinese knockoff brand?