Seen this Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 8 for sale in my neighborhood. Looks familiar...

Isn't that the Elte Drive 40D, 50D or 65D that you have tested, Patty?

Kind of haha. I'm looking for something like 60-65mm deep, but with 23mm internal and a 36t ratchet hub rather than their 4 pawl design.

1000 mile / 1600 km Update

I've been riding my new Giant Propel Advanced Pro for the past two weeks. So switching back to the Yishun really helps put perspective on the frame and it characteristics.

Also I have been using the R086-D with a variety of wheels: Winspace Hyper D67, Elite Drive 65D, Yishun's own wheels, and Yoeleo C50 Pro. A mix between latex and TPU tubes.

Negatives:
-The upper bottle cage mount is too high. While it's easier to grab, it can make putting the bottle back tedious at times. It's probably less aero too and you may not be able to use an extra large bottle without hitting the top tube.

-The gap between the down tube and front wheel. I can't imagine this section being aero since the sizable gap could lead to turbulent air and subsequent drag. Not sure how Yishun could resolve this while keeping the same stack and reach.

Positives:
-The frame is stiff and but not punishing. A $1500-worthy frame for sure and way more exciting to ride than my Yoeleo R12. No detectable power loss through the bottom bracket. Everything "just works" when the speeds get fast. The back end/rear triangle isn't as composed (over bad pavement) as my Propel/AllezSprint/T1500 but decent enough given the price. And superior to all my other sub-$1000 frames.

-The geometry and design as a whole lends itself to be an awesome gran fondo bike. It's not as nimble as the aforementioned bikes but it makes up for it in control.

Even if the R086-D design or geometry isn't for you, I have no reason to believe Yishun's other offerings won't have the same higher level of performance, fit and finish for the price. Pay very close attention to your bike fit and wheel/choice. Not surprising these two areas will dramatically determine who you feel about the frame. You can mitigate the stiffness with 23mm internal wheels with steel spokes. I need to reduce my fleet of aero bikes and the R086-D will probably be the reason I sell my Allez Sprint.

I wonder if Elite can build a set of wheels using the same rims and 36t ratchet system, but with carbon spokes and ceramic bearings.

The 168 should be able to clear 34-35s, measured at the tire. But I would not recommend on anything but dry and debris free roads.

Yes, of course, what kind information you need?

Thanks

What is the price + shipping to USA (and PayPal fees). And does the price include a standard paint option?

Lastly, do you have any photos of a complete build? Thanks!

Hello, I'm planning on building one too. Is the headset provided by Yishun good, or should I get another one (FSA)?

Bearings are decent, however you should ALWAYS use your own expander/compression plug versus the provided one. I use Neco Headset Expander (size large) on all my cheap bike frames.