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Re: TanTan - Seraph FM121 XC 120mm Full Suspension 2024 model
Quote from: riaan on August 22, 2023, 01:11:38 PM
Hi , any idea if it gets 2 bottle cages or not. Looking for a xcm mtb travel 100-120mm travel full sus bike frame , that is really good quality and must have 2 bottle cages. Any suggestions on a frame
Thanks

Zoom in on the picture. Not only does it have space and mounts for two bottles, the down tube mount has three studs to allow for two different cage positions. It could probably take three bottles.
August 26, 2023, 12:22:35 AM 		1
Re: HongFu FM138 However, they all use two-piston calipers, while Hayek has experienced issues with four-piston calipers.
January 02, 2025, 11:20:23 PM 		1
Re: HongFu FM138
Quote from: Hayek on January 01, 2025, 02:24:35 PM
I meant to post this build earlier, but better late than never, and I can add a full review as well.



Colour of the frame is top notch!
January 13, 2025, 02:16:49 PM 		1
Re: HongFu FM138 Hayek! Thanks a lot! Your answers are really helpful to us all.
January 16, 2025, 11:20:24 AM 		1
Re: First bike build, Carbonda CFR 505 SL How many spacers are you running now with your current bike? If you are already slammed and with a -17deg stem, I would say go for a size smaller. If you have some spacers below with a -6deg stem, the XL will be fine.
As an 505SL owner (in XL), I can say this is really a top tier frame where a lot of big brand's gravel bike cannot compete with. It has the modern features like T47BB and UDH, the ride quality is like a road bike with sharp cornering, it's stiff yet very lightweight (mine was 1050gr for XL), and I've been able to put 45mm schwable G-One RS in it without any scratching damage in muddy conditions.  I can imagine if you combine this with LB's wheels it's gonna be a fast machine. Almost a kill for a commuter bike.

Going for an integrated cockpit on a new bike is always a gamble concerning the fit. Compared to the big brands, the investment is not that big, but still it can be a waste of money if the fit is not right. You could always buy a different one afterwards. There are plenty of options on aliexpress around 150EUR.

Bike parts list: You could have a look at the Rival shifterset rather than the Force. Personally I prefer the fit of the Rival shifters (less bulky) and they are cheaper while having the same weight.  Also since you are running 1X, you might want to opt for the Xplorer deraileur in case you want to do more intensive gravel. But that's depending on your riding terrain.
January 17, 2025, 05:46:05 AM 		1