Hello peps.  I'm Ben from the Philippines.  I still don't have my Chiner bike but working towards it.  Pretty much still on research mode and hope to get lots of tips and insights from you guys.

Thanks.

Thanks stocake92.  It's actually a legit company, much like XMiPlay, Yeoleo, etc.  The warranty is there.  So far, my short communication with the representative had been good.  Based on my readings and understang, it looks like they are trying to take advantage of the fact that the other companies (the usual Chiner suppliers known here) have yet to make a reputation in Philippines.  Thus the promo.  I'm actually considering it.

But before I make that decision, I'd like some tips from you guys.  What are the usual questions (technical frame details) that I need to ask them?  If it helps, I'm planning on using Shimano XT MT8000 (2x11) groupset, no particular fork in mind yet but it's going to be 100-120mm travel.

Thanks.

Hi guys.  I see myself getting a new bike this year and a bit on the crossroad with 3 choices of 29er HD frames.  And the Chiner carbon fibre frame is among them.

My riding preferences: 
XC, though I'm more recreational rider.  Never race and don't see myself doing it.
I ride pretty much every weekend, 50-100km, mixed trail and/or paved road.
I've been known to take my 29er on 160-200km road trips, once or twice a year.
I don't do aggressive trails.  I got nothing to prove and I'm not ashame to push or carry the bike if I'm not confident with riding down that scary slope.
My current setup is a 7yrs old Jamis Durango 29er (but 6 years with me), pretty much only the frame is original (and it is repainted), it is currently around 32lbs.

I'll be 50 in a couple of years and weighs around 175lbs.  While I still have the will to push the pedals, I simply can't ignore the fact that my body is starting to complain and asking for a lighter bike.  A 10lbs off the new setup is very doable and pretty much the target.
Btw, I'm from the Philippines.  We only got 2 seasons over here... very wet and dry.

I have absolutely no experience with carbon fibre (CF) bikes (or parts).  Was never the type who jumps into the "what's new" or "hype or hip" bandwagon (except for going 29er).  Always make do with what I have but again the body is complaining... So I'm currently in the research stage.  I've read some say the CF frames (in general) can last a lifetime, but it seems "lifetime" refers to "lifetime of that particular CF frame", not the rider or the bike co.  And so far my readings gave me the impression that folks are replacing their CF bikes at an average rate of 3 years.  The confidence to go Chiner CF is currently evading me despite that a lot have jump into it.  So the big question is "How old are your Chiner CF bikes in service?"  Have any survive 5 years of use (or abuse)?  The plan is for this bike to last me at least 5 years.

Hoping your generous input can help me make a better decision.  Thanks.