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29er / Re: Hongfu - FM058 Custom - 9,380kg
« on: May 23, 2018, 11:02:54 AM »
Quote from: Tom on May 23, 2018, 11:00:49 AM
Frame is up for sale : http://www.light-bikes.fr/phpBB/viewtopic.php?f=57&t=1414

Why are you selling? Do you have another frame in mind that better suits your riding style (just curious).

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Best chiner carbon wheelset for road?
« on: May 23, 2018, 09:27:16 AM »
Quote from: lRaphl on May 23, 2018, 07:42:09 AM
So you went tubeless if I understand well? Can you give us a little report about how you like it and also about the black prince brake pads please?

Thank you!

Yeah tubeless, so far it's painful because I can't get the tire inflated on the rim, I suspect the Maxxis Padrone TR's are just a bit too loose on this wheel. I ordered a compressor booster and a pair of Schwalbe tires so I will let you know once I get them all mounted up.

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29er / Re: WCB-M-145 info?
« on: May 23, 2018, 09:21:17 AM »
This is all I have right now, but should be more info in the next 1-2weeks. I am planning on building an FS within the next month or two, depending on how they reply I may or may not go with this frame. Latest reply:

"
Dear, the frames are making in matte in the painting factory, will have more pictures and weight in next week. Will send for you check in next week.
 
Price of WCB-M-145 UD matt/glossy is $630/set (Include: Frame)
Match headset is $10/set, thru axle=$12/pcs
The shipping charge to Canada by EMS is $100 /set
 
Any questions, pls ask freely.
 
Best regards!
Stephie
"

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Best chiner carbon wheelset for road?
« on: May 22, 2018, 07:29:32 PM »
Wheels came in yesterday.

Got the 25mm wide, 38mm deep tubeless clinchers. I couldn't get the tire to inflate! I tried all the tricks in the book and even took it to a bike shop with a compressor - they couldn't either! I bought the Maxxis 25C padrone TR tires. Anyway the shop tried another tire and it worked fine. So now I have another pair of tires on the way (this time 28C). Other than that I am super happy with the wheelset, the weight was about 1550-1600g so around what I was expecting. And the packaging was great, customer service also great.


Pics:
Because is ginormous on this forum... https://imgur.com/a/l9Ysu2W



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29er / Re: FM 289 from Hong Fu with boost
« on: May 22, 2018, 10:07:33 AM »
If anyone was wondering if the FM289 was FS or HT it is hardtail, got this email from HongFu:

FM289 :hard tail bike
FM258:Full suspension bike
Currenly price:
fm289:$380
fm258:$650
 
Best Regards,
Robert

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29er / Re: WCB-M-145 info?
« on: May 22, 2018, 10:05:43 AM »
Got an email this morning from Workswell:

Dear Sam,
Have a wonderful day!
Here is Stephie from workswellbikes company.
I' d like to share you with our Full Suspension Carbon MTB Frames:
WCB-M-145(29ER): http://www.workswellbikes.com/PRODDUCT/MTB/Trail/20170809/153.html

And it's available on alibaba: https://workswellbikes.en.alibaba.com/product/60759616288-806620916/2018_newest_design_29er_suspension_mtb_frame_Max_Tire_29_2_3_All_internal_Cables_routing.html?spm=a2700.8304367.prewdfa4cf.5.1ff7318b16r9YW

But no pictures yet, or weight numbers. I replied to ask.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Best chiner carbon wheelset for road?
« on: May 04, 2018, 10:37:06 AM »
I ordered the Farsports 38mm clincher (tubeless) 25mm wide wheelset. W/ Bitex hubs. I will post a pic when they arrive in a month.

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29er / Re: Pro-Mance M9007 FS 29er 21lb build
« on: May 01, 2018, 03:55:57 PM »
Great build and thanks for the thorough write up, much appreciated! Now to drool over the pictures...

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Best chiner carbon wheelset for road?
« on: May 01, 2018, 10:08:08 AM »
Quote from: lRaphl on May 01, 2018, 08:33:33 AM
I'm using a set of FarSport carbon wheels since 2013 and not a single problem with them. I use SwissStop Yellow King brake pads with them. They are also as true as when I got them new. Never had to touch the spoke tension. I went with the Ed Hubs and ceramic bearings. I just wish I went with the 38mm profile instead of the 24mm.

Thanks for the feedback, that's good to know.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Best chiner carbon wheelset for road?
« on: April 30, 2018, 03:20:28 PM »
Hey guys i've been doing a lot of research out there and seen/heard a lot of horror stories. I like to climb a lot and as such do a lot of downhill too. I have heard decent things about Yoeleo, and good things about Farsports. Do you guys have any opinions/experience on this topic?

Thanks

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29er / Re: WCB-M-145 info?
« on: April 20, 2018, 11:00:45 AM »
They are going to have pictures and weight numbers in about 2 weeks, stay tuned!

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29er / Re: WCB-M-145 info?
« on: April 19, 2018, 01:32:05 PM »
Got an email today from workswell about this frame, looks like they will start shipping in the next month or so:

"Pls checking the price of the WCB-M-145 frame as below：
The EXW price of WCB-M-145 UD matt/glossy is $630/set (Include: Frame)
Match headset is $10/set, thru axle=$12/pcs
The shipping charge to Canada by EMS is $100 /set
 
Dear, WCB-M-145 Frame size 17.5’’ will available in next two weeks , in May. Other size will available in June."

I asked for pictures and specs/weight, etc.

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29er / Re: Hongfu - FM058 Custom - 9,380kg
« on: April 18, 2018, 11:33:58 AM »
Quote from: sissypants on April 18, 2018, 11:12:45 AM
Quote from: carbonazza on April 18, 2018, 02:58:10 AM
Quote from: sissypants on April 17, 2018, 02:06:53 PM
...I got the ultralight frame (T800)...

Did they make the full frame in T800 on your request ?
What weight difference do you expect ?

Isn't a mix of T700 and T800 used on some rims and bikes, depending on where you want some more rigidity or more flex/strength ?

I ordered the 19" boost T800 M9007 frame from Pro-Mance on request (see http://www.pro-mance.com/product-390-16797-46557.html). Neither Hongfu or TanTan were willing to do an ultralight version, and Pro-Mance was both willing to special-order a T800 version and work out a much better price.

I'm expecting about 150g lighter, but I did have it painted so probably around 1850g for the frame.  I'm building with the goal of staying under 20 pounds, so this little bit might make that possible.

You can probably negotiate with Pro-Mance any day for in-stock T700 frames to match the quote Hongfu is giving on their "special" pricing with a 3-month wait. In retrospect, I would get an in-stock frame, as I was not happy waiting for three months without any bike. I had to sell my other bike to afford this one.

Looks like about the same geo as the 058 right? Definitely let us know when you get it!

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29er / Re: FM 158 and 258
« on: April 18, 2018, 11:25:31 AM »
Quote from: sissypants on April 18, 2018, 11:14:57 AM
Can you share more information on the FM289?  hongfu-bikes.com is down so I can't look into it.

They have 0 information about it on the site, not even a picture. But they should have info about it this year sometime. Another one in the works is the WCB-M-145 from workswellbikes. I inquired about info on that and they will send me an email when they have an update. Here: http://www.workswellbikes.com/PRODDUCT/MTB/Trail/20170809/153.html


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29er / Re: 258 vs 036
« on: April 18, 2018, 10:36:05 AM »
Too bad this thread got hijacked with BS.

To keep the discussion going about the 258 vs 036 and FS29. The FS29 as stated earlier has a much slacker headtube angle which I like, but also has longer chainstay. So this would definitely have the affect of being harder to turn, especially at slower speeds. I think its a slight difference but it comes down to how you like to ride. I'm still trying to find a good FS frame that has a slacker tube angle but also a short chainstay. Would love to hear suggestions!

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