Building the LIGHTEST GRAVEL BIKE in the WORLD on CRUX S-Works! This weight is INSANE!

In this video I'm building the lightest gravel bike in the World while making sure it stays strong, fully functional and looks great. That's why Crux S-Works frameset was modified for fully invisible cable routing and the bike was custom Cerakote'd into sand colour.
Thanks to the following brands for supporting this video:
- extralite.com/ - HyperStem
- bjorncycles.com/ - Glagol Seatpost
- elilee.com/index.php/shop/ - X-Novanta cranks
- www.hopetech.com/ - RX4 brake callipers
- www.windwave.co.uk/ - Ceramicspeed SLT headset
- www.carbonworks.de - Bottle cage
- tipartstitanium.com/ - Ti bolts and flat mount
- www.cyclowax.com/ - hot waxing kit
- Instagram: concept_company_uk - custom carbon work
- Instagram: lucendi.ww - custom spacer
- Instagram: Jackkkingston - custom paint
- Instagram: Andrea_Campenni_Design - carbon shifter clamps
- Instagram: Axelffabian - carbon axles
- Instagram: Dadu_dadu - help with carbon battery delivery :)
Chief Bike Mechanic - baby Daniel :)
If you want to support my channel - here’s a ‘buy me a coffee’ link: tr.ee/UABISmld3N Thanks!
If you want the same wheelset - you can buy it here from me:
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- Click on this link redshiftsports.com/?aff=36 and use code ‘TWISTEDWHEELS’ for 15% off Redshift Sport suspension seatposts and stems
- Use code ‘TWISTED-WHEELS’ for $100 off any Farsports wheels - www.farsports.com - Use code ‘TWISTED-BAR’ for $50 off F1 and F1x integrated handlebars - www.farsports.com
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- Cyclowax hot wax kits - no discount, but if you buy the kit via this link, I will get a small commission and will be very grateful to you :) www.cyclowax.com/?sca_ref=439...
GCN video about my Aethos S-Works: • The WORLD'S LIGHTEST (...
Chapters:
00:00 - The goal
01:19 - CRUX Frameset mods
02:15 - Integrated cable routing
04:33 - Groupset
06:55 - Drivetrain
08:34 - Wheels
10:48 - Brakes
11:53 - Other parts
14:07 - Let's build it!
15:50 - The bike
16:48 - The weight!

[@TwistedWheels]

-> PARTS FOR SALE! -> My sub-7kg SYRE gravel bike is FOR SALE! All details here -> instagram.com/p/C4ka71XMGHh/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== -> Cannondale SystemSix 6 kg road rim-brake: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315161110280?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ffy4duueqw2&sssrc=2051273&ssuid=ffy4duueqw2&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@felixmann7003]

I really like your sense of perfection and love for all the little details. Please never stop doing videos like that. The community needs stuff like that.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks man

[@actionmethod]

What makes a build like this great is the attention to detail and the non-compromise method of choosing the components. :)

[@averageilya]

Its amazing how after watching this video you realize that these days all modern components are already lightweight, to make a ww bike you have to save grams on each and every part, just swapping lightweight wheels or going for top of the line groupset won't do the trick. Great video as always, respect!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks! Yeah, exciting times!

[@christophervergara2962]

Man, absolutely flawless. You should do a full dedicated video on the headset, expander plug and the cutout on the fork. I've subscribed just for that. Absolutely brilliant!!!

[@romeandcurry6915]

I love it when a new twisted wheels video comes out. These builds show how much scope there is for top bike brands to improve. I cant believe how much weight you took out of that derailleur, just an unbelievable level of knowledge on show. Hoping you get Ollie Bridgewood down to do a GCN review of it as well :-)

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks man! I hope so too 🤞🏼

[@Anton-yr3lr]

Incredible! I'd love to see a follow up on all the parts after 5000km, on the aethos as well.

[@justinmiller7083]

Great looking bike. Love the classic two triangle w all integrated look.

[@alolympic]

Inspiring! Beautiful choices and attention to detail. Love it. Well done!

[@haqitman]

It's 12.4 lbs in American. That's mind blowing for any bike, let alone a capable gravel bike.

[@dreadpirateroberts8405]

Those Elilee cranks are beautiful! Great final result! Bike looks insane!

[@matttiggerward6147]

That is very pretty and impressively light!

[@sergmelikyan]

This is insane!!! Dude, you are building crazy cool bikes and go very deep into details to make them light.

[@silvanandermatt1096]

Again, just impressive 🎉❤ big inspiration not just for building a light bicycle but also for adding style!

[@RanchoLaEscondida]

Incredible build as always!!! I can’t wait for the next one!!!

[@TheBikeLifeBR]

congrats for the build, this bike is just insane!!!!

[@n22pdf]

Wow what an amazing build dude and your attention to detail is excellent.. subscribed 😊 Pete 👍👍🚴🏻

[@YuoTubeTobi]

great achievement Oleg! Congrats on that great build!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks!

[@HeibesHealth]

This is gorgeous! Fantastic job-as always!

[@panchocaas6475]

Your builds are awesome and the energy of your videos is always very nice, like you really like and truly understand what you are doing 👏👏

[@Andrea_Campenni_Design]

Best video since so far, that bike isn't only light but works properly as a normal bike! it isn't like most of the super crazy lightweight bikes. Well done Oleg!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks Andrea! Your carbon clamps were definitely one of the highlights of the build 👏🏻

[@jonasmacdonald8194]

Unbelievable build - truly pushing the boundaries of what is possible within the industry!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks!

[@traveller78]

Awesome build! Kudos!

[@Lotikka77]

I get so much inspiration from your bike builds! Your bike builds are the best 👌

[@festerofest4374]

I love it! What an awesome project. I'd just love to see that bike in person so I could lift it up and feel how light it is! SUPER-COOL!

[@donnyli5047]

I love it! Built up a 6.7kg sworks crux, also with some bjorn goodies😊 but not all super light components, this is motivating me to trim more weight!!!

[@MiceSkillz]

I’ve been waiting for this so long! Redonculous build 😍

[@dcv9460]

Just WOW!! Salivating here 😋 AWESOME BUILD! Please let us know how much did it cost you to build this machine. Thanks! =)

[@Stefanosinf]

Excellent build!! i hope you enjoy it to the max!!!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks! Will do 😃

[@logojones96]

beauty of a build, been keen to see it for awhile now! insanely good looking, stupid light and so functional still 🤯

[@dustinkellycramer940]

Such a beautiful build not only light and functional but looks fantastic!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thank you!

[@mirama1990]

I was looking forward to this video for a long time and you didn‘t disapoint. You‘re a master in what you‘re doing. Please never stop to inspire us all. Now I can work on my crux build 😅

[@TwistedWheels]

Thank you! 😃

[@dopeone700]

Very nice! Good Job!

[@christianalboroto7574]

Build turned out really awesome. Absolutely insane weight for a gravel bike.

[@conradleber3247]

You’re a champ !!! All your builds are awesome

[@yossefphilosoph7715]

WOW ! Great project 💥💯💥

[@nikitakaem]

amazing balanced setup

[@vadusa]

Awesome job 👏🏻

[@KASSADlN]

Thats actually impressive. Nice job

[@raymonds2687]

Excellent video, beautiful bike and clever use of components! I love that you can still send this weight Weiner down a gravel trail and not worry about breaking something.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks man!

[@chrisgrigsby4475]

Congratulations on your new build and a new subscriber. So so cool.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks!

[@wayupthep0unds]

Absolutely stunning ..

[@nomadtrails]

clips of your son were heartwarming, love it

[@damienbayle1632]

Man this is so impressive. Everything is chosen with taste! Such a shame that the Crux or the Aethos are not sold like that as standard.

[@ganagno]

Great build! Question: Doesn't the length of the back brake hose (which is way less longer than if it was routed externally) limit the angle the steerer can rotate? Isn't the same true with the hole which the hose exits the steerer through to the frame? I am planning to do the same type of routing but afraid of such consequences. Thank you

[@hugoarraiolos8665]

I was also planning doing something similar but share the same concerns. @twistedwheels any feedback would be amazing. Thank you

[@chrikim67]

Amazing build❤

[@ciprian7]

no words, EXCEPTIONAL

[@lgmayr]

Congrats!

[@tomastorres7497]

Amazing work congrats!! Whip specialized followed your trend of integrating the cables ;)

[@grantmartin829]

What a beautiful bike! Coupled with your best build video yet. I didn’t know you had a tubulito discount either 🙌 I also can’t believe you took that derailleur apart. Totally worth it 👏

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks mate. Let’s organise a ride soon!

[@petrsla]

Impressive bike, but even more impressive video! Great job!

[@cbenson513]

Amazing build. Love the thoughtful decision-making along with great looks. Hard to believe that weight for a truly ridable gravel bike.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks man! If 6 months ago someone told me that this weight was possible, I wouldn’t believe :)

[@adamglow7132]

Masterpiece!!!

[@seanhansen428]

gorgeous rig.

[@Philippe-ke3sk]

Congratulations very light!👍 Mine is 13kg, 1l bottle, additionnal brake parts in seatbag, and i always take 3 tubes in case of...😊

[@joachim0507]

Would love to ride this bike! Well done! 😮

[@ttalonso]

simple spectacular!

[@sneakycycles]

impressive stuff

[@thakoharris]

Amazing!

[@CurdPattysRoll]

thats insanely good

[@coverstem]

Finally the video 😮

[@lokekokwai5635]

Been looking forward to this video and watched it on the first hour it got released, awesome work and really bring some new innovation with some brand that we might not exposed to. One question, what is the compression plug that you use that allow the cable pass through?

[@TwistedWheels]

Thank you! Expansion plug is Intend Smarty (size Large)

[@Ih8GoogleandApple]

Unreal perfect build. Parts choice for performance is paramount to saving 130 g

[@iamtotie]

very nice build

[@smdnl]

Top content!

[@weedseed2]

Uh, I was very much looking forward to this build video and it did not disappoint! Absolute STUNNER of a bike! The CRUX is just such a beautiful frame. I'm very curious about the performance of the rotors and weather they warp easily. Two parts I'd probably change is the Yuniper Seat Clamp, as I've had this on a bike and it broke after about three rides. But maybe they've since improved the product. Also, I have bought the INTEND expander but didn't really feel safe enough to me in the end. I think the Specialized expanders are really nice to work with, I find... though I see you needed the hole in the expander for the routing... Anyway, fantastic build and looking forward to the ride report 😊✌

[@TwistedWheels]

I’m waiting for Bjorn to release their 5.5g seat clamp in size 30.0mm and will swap it. I used intend on my Scott Spark full susp XC and it worked without issues, so I’m pretty confident. Rotors’ performance TBC

[@casperfabia]

Amazing. 😊

[@HeyWattsUpCycling]

Ive wanted to do a lightest crux for a while but I have literally nowhere to ride a cx or gravel bike. Have to live with my worlds lightest madone slr9 in the mean while. amazing editing of the video, super professional job.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks man

[@VinceBTZ]

Oh yesss ! Some kinda perfection !! I believe I can cryyyyy 🤣 Amazing work like always. I love all the details # I just dont like the bi-colour bikes in general, but its a personnal taste. Im not sure the saddle would do it for me either lol ! Anyways, it makes me want to pimp my gravel bike now hahaha 👍 Two thumbs up and keep up the great work 😉

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks! The shape of this saddle fits my bum really well, so it works for me but might not work for everyone.

[@jok658]

Masterpiece

[@lafleureth]

so sick

[@Oh_Sully23]

That looks fantastic, and does actually seem useable for an appropriately light rider.

[@TwistedWheels]

Up to 95kg rider is fine.

[@Oh_Sully23]

@@TwistedWheels impressive!

[@julienrobert3938]

Lovely video mate. Lovely bike. Enjoy riding it and come back for a review ❤

[@TwistedWheels]

thanks mate

[@leslierogneschumacher9612]

Awesome video! Do you have a link for the half-size AXS battery you used in this build?

[@HristoMitev123]

Even without the weightweeniesm, this build is awesome. The level of detail is just amazing.

[@hoser7706]

12.5lb functional race bike that looks long-lasting sic!!! So well done!

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks 👊🏼

[@MashAsh-pl5rw]

impressive

[@laury21]

Amazing

[@charliecook6909]

Epic job dude , looks mega , i dread to think how much that cost to build 🤯

[@robnolte2547]

Amazing! When do we get to see you tackle an aero or tt bike?!?!

[@TwistedWheels]

Don’t even start this conversation 🤣

[@aaronedgeart]

Yes!

[@kppolich]

Internal Routing Perfection. No bulks head tube or ugly stem. Kudos, bike industry take notes.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks!

[@francescocriscuolo8733]

Sono davvero molto, moltissimo impressionato da questo tuo progetto. Hai studiato tutto nei minimi dettagli e credo che sia il mantra 🕉️ del “più leggero non si può”. Ti sarà costata un capitale, ma ne è valsa sicuramente la pena. Un vero capolavoro complimenti.

[@TwistedWheels]

Thank you!

[@lucendi.]

The SUB1-gram bar end plugs were meant for exactly this type of weightweenie bike build! And the headset spacer and dust cover looks very sleek. :)

[@TwistedWheels]

For sure! Thanks for making them!

[@rgsshed3803]

Amazing work!!! I would want to do something similar on my next steel frame build with the cabling, what expander is that? Any chance you have another one of those anti compression plugs to sell ? Would be happy to pay and support such a nerdy cause 😅

[@TwistedWheels]

Hi, it’s called Intend Smarty. You can buy it on R2-bike

[@BerudPL]

niceeee, maybe front wheel should have tan wall gum? part with your kid was funny! thx for another amazing build

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks! There are so many tones of tan that it’s almost impossible to match the colour of the frame 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Paganiproductions84]

i love to see ride videos of it

[@SoManyMiles]

Welcome to the future: Your S-Works Crux build is the 2025 Crux with integrated cabling. Awesome build and details. Simply amazing! 😍

[@TwistedWheels]

Haha, we haven’t seen the 2025 CRUX yet. Maybe my Crux is even better (definitely lighter!)

[@SoManyMiles]

@@TwistedWheels honestly, I am more excited to see how your Crux performs. You‘ve entered a level of customization (optimization) beyond everything I‘ve seen so far. Incredible…or incruxable. 😀 Happy riding! 😊

[@Robeuten]

nice built - regarding rear derailleur, you should try Hopp Carbon from Germany; they completely rebuild SRAM and Shimano derailleurs with their own carbon parts!

[@TwistedWheels]

Have you watched the video? 🤣

[@ucdescents]

Can you tell us where you got that internal steerer bolt clamp? Can you also do a video on how you modified your sram red rear derailleur? Love your videos by the way!

[@TwistedWheels]

It’s Intend Smarty (large), you can buy it from R2-bike. Rear mech modification video - could be a good idea, but not sure I’d have time to make a separate video about it :(

[@danalec4742]

😍 Хороший чоловек! Прекрасной велосипед. 👍👍👍

[@user-hu7vw3in2y]

Hi ! Insanely cool project, I couldn’t even imagine that such a weight could be achieved. I know that prices may vary, but what is the approximate build budget? (possible without taking into account the frameset)

[@toptenrick]

amazing

[@Carftymk]

it's awesome that this is an actual usable bike with very thoughtfully picked parts that you actually like and not another flimsy dangerous bikes that are just for exhibits can you estimate how much stronger 4pot pistons are compared to 2pot brakes?

[@TwistedWheels]

Thanks! It’s hard to estimate. But these are definitely stronger than Hope X2.

[@clementespitallier1176]

Amazing build !! Next time light wait steel gravel bike ?

[@TwistedWheels]

Titanium ;)

[@psithebikebum]

Beautiful build! I have the heaviest Crux build w/Fox fork + dropper post 🤓. Can you expound a bit on the through-headset cable routing choice? Did it save/add grams?

[@TwistedWheels]

Hi Peter, watch my previous video. It has all the details. kzbin.info/www/bejne/forXn2ijZbtprKcsi=Qgz85rqdUv_Ax0SN

[@nomadtrails]

Scalpel precision. I love the recap where you show how you could have absolutely ruined/compromised the bike by shaving off another 150g. Epic.

[@michaelsantaromana2562]

Great build, I subscribed because I saw the Aethos build. Is there a cheaper alternative for the deda fork that you used for the aethos? I’m not too confident modifying the oe crux fork and the deda is pricey. Is there an integrated fork out there that would have the clearance and not break the bank?Thanks.

[@TwistedWheels]

I don’t know any

[@tphongsy]

Love this build but how has it held up with the rigors gravel racing? Thanks and love the content. I’m a supporter pf LightBicycles for years. You can’t beat their build and pride

[@evse.bike.andorra]

Very nice tyres! pity that it's out of production. What's the 2nd best if not that one? What's the deformation in the steering tube you mention? You insert custom carbon rim in it - I'm wondering if it compromises how well the stem holds the steering tube.

[@TwistedWheels]

2nd best would be Schwalbe Thunder Burt, but they are 2.1” so won’t fit every frame. Custom ring can only positively impact how stem is holding the steering tube as it is preventing it from flexing (at least in theory 😃)