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Chinese Carbon Road Bikes => Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components => Topic started by: ChineseBuilder on April 21, 2024, 11:16:32 AM

Title: Frames For Tall People
Post by: ChineseBuilder on April 21, 2024, 11:16:32 AM
Being tall makes searching for a nice frame that suits you a pain. I myself am 192cm (6'3) with a 93cm (3'½) and am still searching for quality frame for a decent price.

At the moment I'm making a list of manufacturers/frames/components that would suit me but, with little succes. So far I've only been able to find the VB-R-077/LTK118.

If anyone has any good frames for tall people please feel free to share them so I can make a list for all the other struggles out there!

Thanks :)

Current Frame List:

Current Bike List:
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: Nickk2000 on April 21, 2024, 05:10:43 PM
I have the x34 currently, i am 6’7. I feel hunched over but its a solid frame, the paint isnt durable though but no chinese frame is.
If youre 6’3 itd probably fit you. I run 120/440
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: bichler.bua on April 22, 2024, 02:25:10 AM
Agree, limited choices of Chinerframes that offer good fit for tall people, probably better to stick with western brands.
I am 195cm with 96cm inseam, running 87cm saddle to bottom bracket center which requires frames > 56cm seat tube length and stack of 600mm and more for adjusting a reasonable fit (at least for me).

I have a Velobuild VB-R-099 (Long Teng LTK268-D, Workswell WCB-R-268, TanTan TT-X21) which is a nice bike, after fixing the hedaset play.
TanTan keeps recomending the TT-X34 to me, but I do not like the look of the Trek clone.
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: Serge_K on April 22, 2024, 03:19:16 AM
If you were more specific you may get better answers. 192 isn't that tall to start with.
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: ChineseBuilder on April 23, 2024, 07:08:06 PM
Quote from: Nickk2000 on April 21, 2024, 05:10:43 PM
I have the x34 currently, i am 6’7. I feel hunched over but its a solid frame, the paint isnt durable though but no chinese frame is.
If youre 6’3 itd probably fit you. I run 120/440

Are you running the 60cm frame? If so than it's awesome that you made it work for you!

What about the geometry though? Do you feel like it's too aggressive?
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: hmarin on April 24, 2024, 07:16:02 AM

 just a small info, frame number can be misguiding.

 ICAN A2 that i have is 58 but 420 reach and 60cm TT  :o
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: jfcb on April 24, 2024, 11:59:56 AM
With similar height (192cm, 86,3cm bb to saddle), I can recommend the following bikes by own experience :
Dengfu R12 : perfect geometry for tall riders, I even used a - 17deg stem
Ican A9: a stiff aero crit/ race bike
Adapt a-002/ Tavelo attack: currently testing this bike and so far I like it very much, a bit more compliant compared to the Ican, lighter and yet very responsive. It's just tall enough for me to still look good (not too exaggerated seatpost exposure and stem sspacers)
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: hmarin on April 24, 2024, 06:15:01 PM
 194, 84-6 seat height, 48 EU shoes

 Focus Izalco MAX XXL

 ICAN A2 58 pic attached.

 Kona Zone 61cm

 all 420 reach + 120 mm stem

 tried 400 + 140 stem, terrible, when you out of saddle with long stem

 Canyon Ultimate I don't need XXL, XL is 419mm reach. 

 Cheers,
 Marin
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: ChineseBuilder on April 26, 2024, 04:07:09 AM
Quote from: jfcb on April 24, 2024, 11:59:56 AM
With similar height (192cm, 86,3cm bb to saddle), I can recommend the following bikes by own experience :
Dengfu R12 : perfect geometry for tall riders, I even used a - 17deg stem
Ican A9: a stiff aero crit/ race bike
Adapt a-002/ Tavelo attack: currently testing this bike and so far I like it very much, a bit more compliant compared to the Ican, lighter and yet very responsive. It's just tall enough for me to still look good (not too exaggerated seatpost exposure and stem sspacers)

Wow these are some really good recommendations actually! I looked into the Dengfu R12 and that looks like a crazy beast. The only unfortunate thing is that it's slightly pricy.

For anyone wondering what parts I am getting:

Frame/Fork/Handlebar/Seat post: Tan Tan TT-X34
Groupset: Shimano Ultegra Disc R8020
Bottom bracket: Shimano Ultegra SM-BBR60
Power Meter: PES P505 Base Power Meter
Pedals: Shimano Ultegra R8000 SPD-SL Carbon Pedals
Wheels: Elitewheels SLR-DISC 2.0
Tires: Vittoria Corsa Pro G2 TLR
Saddle: Pro Stealth Sport Saddle

If anyone is curious about how the build turned out let me know  ;D
Title: Re: Frames For Tall People
Post by: Eddy_Twerckx on April 29, 2024, 07:30:58 AM
Quote from: ChineseBuilder on April 21, 2024, 11:16:32 AM
Being tall makes searching for a nice frame that suits you a pain. I myself am 192cm (6'3) with a 93cm (3'½) and am still searching for quality frame for a decent price.

At the moment I'm making a list of manufacturers/frames/components that would suit me but, with little succes. So far I've only been able to find the VB-R-077/LTK118.

If anyone has any good frames for tall people please feel free to share them so I can make a list for all the other struggles out there!

Thanks :)

Current Frame List:
  • VB-R-077/LTK118 (https://www.velobuildmall.com/products/vb-r-077-ultra-light-road-racing-bike-frame-with-light-seatost-toray-t-1000-carbon-fiber-our-lightest-frame-ever)
  • TanTan TT-X34 (http://www.tantancycling.com/index.php?_m=mod_product&_a=view&p_id=1043)

Current Bike List:
  • Dengfu R12 (https://www.dengfubike.com/products/r12-disc)

Look at the new Seka Spear. I’m almost your height and intrigued by it. It’s got a higher stack than most Chinese frames and looks well made.