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I'm riding the 2021 Strattos S8D and I'm so happy with getting my hands on such a value-for-money bike during this pandemic. Also, kudos for providing such an in-depth English review! Really helps because Polygon's main fanbase isn't English speaking at the moment.
Thank you Charles! 2021 Strattos S8D is a excellent buy! I think the value that Polygon offered is incredibly good and its consistent throughout their fleet of bikes. Hopefully we can show more bike reviews in 2022 :)
Polygon has indeed up their game with their bikes in recent times.. They are on par with big brands in terms of design and specs. Just swap the alloy wheels for a lighter carbon wheelset , carbon handlebar and seatpost and its gonna be a great bike 🚲.
Thank you for this excellent review. I just purchased my first carbon bike thanks in part to your review and positive description. Hopefully I am as happy with a Polygon Strattos S8 as you are. For anyone else considering Polygon who many not know of this Indonesian company, I believe they do contract work for other bike companies too, like Giant and Marin, so that raises the quality expectation. And Wiser, you did a good job showing off Singapore in the background! I've been a few times for work, but never rented a bike while there. Next time!
Thank you Michael. Glad you like our content! I'm sure you will come to love your Strattos S8 :) *hint* Do remember to change the wheels and you will have a blast with this bike.
Been riding 2022 Stratos S8D for 870s Km. Very comfortable for short jaunts and for century rides. Definitely value for money. Perhaps if you want to reduce the bike weight you can upgrade wheelset, seat post and handle bar with carbon, although I feel the standard components are enough. Never regret choosing this Polygon and not swayed by famous brands. From what I observed, Polygon company also produce bikes for Bianchi, Giant, Marin, and several other brands. Perhaps the technology derived from these productions form the basis for Stratos and Helios bike classes, enabling Stratos S8D to be very comfortable for long rides.
Great review, it would be really good for you to do a bike mechanic video on this model when you can. I'm seriously thinking of getting one of these, just that the local dealer here is an online retailer which means they are cheap, but the service outlets they have affiliated with are nowhere near here. It makes me nervous about servicing as some bike shops also like to charge more to service bikes from brands they don't partner with.
Indeed! It's a steal considering how much you are paying for this bike. Can't go wrong with full ultegra r8000 mech groupset components with carbon frame and fork.
Got the S7D after looking at the major brands where their prices were not so great. Polygon value is very good, almost comparable to a velobuild without the hassle haha. Good review 👍
This bike looks to be comparable to far more expensive bikes from more established brands. If the wheels are not quite as good then that would make sense. They still look good though.
Since my friend is getting a new road bike I thought I should get one as well. I'm probably going to get one of these in rose gold if they're still in stock. I have a polygon Helios c3 from 2016 which I haven't ridden much of in the last 2 years because I suddenly grew 3cm and now it's a bit too small. Wheel weight won't be a problem for me, my main bike is a Polygon Colossus T8 with a 2017 Siskiu d7 for backup. Pretty sure mountain bike wheels are heavier. Weather is getting wet again, around the time of your review I think I got caught in the rain twice on my Saturday rides. Lucky I was on a mountain bike. Great review! Btw how are the brakes? One of the other reasons I don't ride my road bike much is that the brakes are really weak, sora rim brakes and I'm used to my 4pot xt hydraulic disc brakes on my Colossus. I know they probably aren't that strong but as long as they're easy to brake with, it's enough, those Soras can barely stop my bike down mount Faber have to squeeze fully just to slow down a bit.
🚴PROMO on Polygon Strattos & Polygon Helios until 11th April 2024!!🚴
Information on how to apply the influencer code: bit.ly/rdls-aff-info
Polygon Strattos - WBSTRATTOS (Bellwether Jersey + Shorts + Gloves + Socks)
Polygon Helios A7X or A8X - WBHELIOSA78X (Shimano SH-RC903 shoes)
Polygon Helios A9X - WBHELIOSA9X (Shimano SH-RC903 shoes*, 1 time free
full service (proven by showing voucher), Giro Helios
Spherical helmet)
I'm riding the 2021 Strattos S8D and I'm so happy with getting my hands on such a value-for-money bike during this pandemic. Also, kudos for providing such an in-depth English review! Really helps because Polygon's main fanbase isn't English speaking at the moment.
Thank you Charles! 2021 Strattos S8D is a excellent buy! I think the value that Polygon offered is incredibly good and its consistent throughout their fleet of bikes. Hopefully we can show more bike reviews in 2022 :)
Polygon has indeed up their game with their bikes in recent times.. They are on par with big brands in terms of design and specs. Just swap the alloy wheels for a lighter carbon wheelset , carbon handlebar and seatpost and its gonna be a great bike 🚲.
Thank you for this excellent review. I just purchased my first carbon bike thanks in part to your review and positive description. Hopefully I am as happy with a Polygon Strattos S8 as you are. For anyone else considering Polygon who many not know of this Indonesian company, I believe they do contract work for other bike companies too, like Giant and Marin, so that raises the quality expectation. And Wiser, you did a good job showing off Singapore in the background! I've been a few times for work, but never rented a bike while there. Next time!
Thank you Michael. Glad you like our content! I'm sure you will come to love your Strattos S8 :) *hint* Do remember to change the wheels and you will have a blast with this bike.
Been riding 2022 Stratos S8D for 870s Km. Very comfortable for short jaunts and for century rides. Definitely value for money. Perhaps if you want to reduce the bike weight you can upgrade wheelset, seat post and handle bar with carbon, although I feel the standard components are enough. Never regret choosing this Polygon and not swayed by famous brands. From what I observed, Polygon company also produce bikes for Bianchi, Giant, Marin, and several other brands. Perhaps the technology derived from these productions form the basis for Stratos and Helios bike classes, enabling Stratos S8D to be very comfortable for long rides.
Nice review! Do you think the older model is worth getting as of now ?
Great review, it would be really good for you to do a bike mechanic video on this model when you can. I'm seriously thinking of getting one of these, just that the local dealer here is an online retailer which means they are cheap, but the service outlets they have affiliated with are nowhere near here. It makes me nervous about servicing as some bike shops also like to charge more to service bikes from brands they don't partner with.
A good review from an entry-level perspective.
Indeed! It's a steal considering how much you are paying for this bike. Can't go wrong with full ultegra r8000 mech groupset components with carbon frame and fork.
Got the S7D after looking at the major brands where their prices were not so great. Polygon value is very good, almost comparable to a velobuild without the hassle haha. Good review 👍
Thank you! Oh yes! And S7D frame is beautiful which is a big plus 😂
Polygon as always, delivering the value and allowing us to enjoy as a sport
Planning to buy this bike.. any long term review?
This bike looks to be comparable to far more expensive bikes from more established brands. If the wheels are not quite as good then that would make sense. They still look good though.
3k for ultegra, superb value 😉 How's the position, for endurance or for racing?
Yeah spot on Jonathan, we were glad that they chose Ultegra groupset! We will say its in the middle of both end. Definitely an all round bike :)
Thank you for the review. Already have siskiu t8. Planning to get s8d too. 😇
Please do s7d. Is the frame the same with s8d?
Vision Team 35mm would be a go to if you don't want to go for 45,50 or 60mm wheels
what are the differences?
Excellent review... Have you reviewed Merida Scultura 5000 ?
Since my friend is getting a new road bike I thought I should get one as well. I'm probably going to get one of these in rose gold if they're still in stock.
I have a polygon Helios c3 from 2016 which I haven't ridden much of in the last 2 years because I suddenly grew 3cm and now it's a bit too small.
Wheel weight won't be a problem for me, my main bike is a Polygon Colossus T8 with a 2017 Siskiu d7 for backup. Pretty sure mountain bike wheels are heavier.
Weather is getting wet again, around the time of your review I think I got caught in the rain twice on my Saturday rides. Lucky I was on a mountain bike.
Great review!
Btw how are the brakes? One of the other reasons I don't ride my road bike much is that the brakes are really weak, sora rim brakes and I'm used to my 4pot xt hydraulic disc brakes on my Colossus. I know they probably aren't that strong but as long as they're easy to brake with, it's enough, those Soras can barely stop my bike down mount Faber have to squeeze fully just to slow down a bit.
One of the leading products from Indonesia beside Indomie (the instant noodle.)
Indomie yums!! We really like Polygon :)
I am from India. Your review was awesome. I want to know which is the best road bike under 60k Indian rupees
How was the braking with the 140mm rotors?
I'm 172cm. Would you recomend the S or M? Polygon sizing chart says I should get M. But I see you rode the S pretty comfortably.
Depends on your inseam but yeah size S do fit both of us pretty well. 172cm and 173cm if you are curious about our height.
Nice review... thx... does this bike can hold speed 40kph++?
Thank you Yoseph. Holding at 35kph+ is relatively easy for us, unfortunately we do not have the engine to hold speed at 40kph+ yet 😅
@@WiserBiker haha engine :D
How tall are you?
Good review. Is the only difference between S7 and S8 is 105 v Ultegra?
Yes that is correct Jay. Everything is the same except for the groupset.
Hello, I'm 1.74cm tall, what size do you recommend in s8 52S or 52M? Thank you
Size M should fit you well however we strongly encourage you to visit their store to seek their expertise :)
you should try Helios line up too
Easy install, great to use
How heavy is it?
He said 8.9 kg.
Is this an Endurance bike?
Yes it's an endurance bike
What is your height to ride S size? I am 170cm looking at XS Size
Dihua is 172cm, Size S should fit you well but we highly recommend you to visit Rodalink to seek for their expertise :)
can ride pcn go work comfortably ? afraid of carbon frame break haha
Carbon frame will not break unless you get into a severe crash. Otherwise it's very comfortable :)
@@WiserBiker thanks boss :)
What is the weight for this bike?
He said 8.9 kg.
Nice bike bro.. i like it
What size and is your height?
172cm, 62kg :)
I mean your roadbike size, 47, 50 or ??
What do you think is the maximum tyre clearance?
Max tyre clearance is 32c
Can this bike fit 32c tyres?
Yes it can fit 32c tires :)
how about bike weight?
The weight of the bike is around 8.85 kg (S) and 8.90 kg (M)
Wait for new model polygon Helios A8 & A9🤭
Yeah! Really excited to see what they have to offer :D
@@WiserBiker
Price more than 5k🤭
@@kaochaimai509 Yup we are aware of the price 🤣
what wheels do you recommend to change to?
Hyper Wheels or Drive Wheels (from Elite Wheels) for best bang for buck! Honestly there are a lot of great options in the carbon wheels category :)
@@WiserBikerwont that add over 1k to the cost 🥲🥲
where can i find this bike ?
You can find this bike at Rodalink if you are residing in Singapore :)
Agreed climb not really smooth
Indeed. Apart from them we are still very happy with how the bike performs! Did you got the rose gold? ☺️
First!!!
thank you :)
As soon I’ve heard the annoying clicking noise of the hub, I’m out, beautiful bike nonetheless.
clicking noise?
No rim brake , no buy
their s5 model have, but its 105 only sadly