Comments on: Magene PES P505 Base Power Meter Crankset

By: Korbinian Bachmeier

Korbinian Bachmeier — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:06:01 +0000

Bought the cranks as i wanted shorter ones – they felt very well-made out of the box, and installation with my Shimano BB and rings went without any problems! i cannot say anything about the accuracy of the PM, as i have not tested them against others. Regarding the Q-factor: the pedals seem to thread in a bit further than Dura-Ace 9150 (about 0.5-1 mm per side), meaning a smaller Q-factor – but again, i have not measured the resulting dimensions. All in all, would certainly buy again and have recommended to friends (:

By: David Bott

David Bott — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 21:21:30 +0000

It may not be the most aesthetically attractive crankset, but it certainly does a nice job of measuring power. My experience so far has been that it is more consistent and reliable than my 4iii single-sided unit (which is prone to the odd unexplained spike). I also like that this unit is rechargeable. As for the chainrings…there’s a definite step down in terms of shifting from the 105 R7000 rings I’m used to. I can live with this, and will continue to use the crank and rings, but will look at other options when it’s time for new rings.

By: johnnyboy4711

johnnyboy4711 — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:31:45 +0000

top class service from Joe and Team @PP.
looking for a PM with 165 crank length for TT bike.
this ticked all the boxes and the cherry on top was GP lamas review.
I had been with Magene since intial PM kickstarter a few years back and boy they have come on bigtime since.
very happy with purchase and might eye up another for gravel bike, dare i say,dont tell the missus!

By: jonathan cooke

jonathan cooke — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:47:37 +0000

Purchased this on the back of GP Lamas review, so kudos to Shane.
Was looking for something well priced and reliable for my old school Giant Propel 2014.
It fits my 10sp mechanical Ultegra, PF86.5 BB fine. It says 12sp on the chain rings but it doesn’t seem to be an issue.
I don’t think the shifting is 100% as crisp as before but it doesn’t drop the chain and it could be I haven’t adjusted the front mech adequately as I went from 53/39 to 52/36 rings.
Very impressed with Panda Podiums service also.

By: uysy.dudek

uysy.dudek — Fri, 24 May 2024 07:09:22 +0000

Easy to install, perfect Watts vs compare to Assioma Favero Duo.
Works great with 105 chaingrings.
GP Lama did awesome (as always) tests:
https://youtu.be/62ucR_s_HQs?si=j0bCYdbLLJ-JdNJT

By: Klaus Dietrich

Klaus Dietrich — Fri, 10 May 2024 14:25:34 +0000

Anodizing on the chainring teeth wears off quickly.
Preload of the BB bearings is adjustable like on any 105 crank.
Left crank is fixed by a single bolt, so use some threadlock and check periodically if it is tight.
Shifting is very good.
Power numbers seem to be more steady than on a stages crank.
In the box were a couple of stickers to match the spider to the colour of the bike frame.
The only tool required to install the spider is a hex key and a BSA bottom bracket tool. The adapter to fix the spider on the crank is in the box.
Definitely recommended!

By: thetrinh166

thetrinh166 — Sun, 05 May 2024 18:12:02 +0000

Amazing crankset and spider power meter combo for the price. Very satisfied with my purchase! Also the shop has amazing communication as well. Really recommended!

By: Giedrius Beisinas

Giedrius Beisinas — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:29:59 +0000

Took about five weeks to delivery to Lithuania. Just mounted and had a spin – all good. Thanks!

By: Tom Cudzilo

Tom Cudzilo — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:44:22 +0000

I knew I will be happy with the power meter thats for sure. But I did not know how much I would be impressed with PandaPodium service!!!! Excellent communication, advice and stupid fast shipping. This too just few days to get to Canada. Thank you!!!! Will be doing more shopping here. A+++

By: David Lloyd

David Lloyd — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 20:40:50 +0000

Easy to install. Watch the video on YouTube. Works as promised.