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Re: Tantan TT-X16 aero model I have a TT X1 that I purchased through the help of SissyPants.

Ordering, delivery went smooth.

1st build... also smooth.

I like the bike.  It has helped me get several KOMs including one that I took from a TDF rider by 12s over 1/2 mile.  I even got a climbing KOM (albeit a not very popular one) & I am a sprinter (at anywhere from 165 to 195lbs depending on time of year).

It is fast.  It's on ICAN 55m tubeless 25mm GP5000s.  105.

I don't have a "real" bike to compare it to.  I went form a Trek Hybrid to an entry level Giant a size too big, to this.

My only complaints are

1 - Seat tube (didn't see that coming did you?) - Fix = Plastic Shim Stock .015"

2 - Not as stiff as I was hoping.  I burned holes in the sidewalls of my 28mm GPs from hills & sprints.  This also wore the paint away in the chain stays & even started cutting into the carbon itself...  Hence the 25s now.

Other than that I dig it.  I am now looking to build an aero disk with SRAM AXS.  I like the looks of Seraph & Sissy is cool to work with.

I am not sure I am going this route though as this will likely be my last build & my "forever" bike (unless I get a Time Trial).  I need it to be stiff.  I want KOMs & I want to be able to ride a century a few times a year.

** tried to post pics... they are too large **
July 24, 2020, 09:44:06 PM 		2
Seraph TT-X1 Long term review Seen a lot of hate around the web about Tantan.

From my experience it is not justified.

I will do a cut & paste of what i've written else where then make more comments...

I have a TT X1 that I purchased through the help of SissyPants.

Ordering, delivery went smooth.

1st build... also smooth.

I like the bike.  It has helped me get several KOMs including one that I took from a TDF rider by 12s over 1/2 mile.  I even got a climbing KOM (albeit a not very popular one) & I am a sprinter (at anywhere from 165 to 195lbs depending on time of year).

It is fast.  It's on ICAN 55m tubeless 25mm GP5000s.  105.

I don't have a "real" bike to compare it to.  I went form a Trek Hybrid to an entry level Giant a size too big, to this.

My only complaints are

1 - Seat tube (didn't see that coming did you?) - Fix = Plastic Shim Stock .015"

2 - Not as stiff as I was hoping.  I burned holes in the sidewalls of my 28mm GPs from hills & sprints.  This also wore the paint away in the chain stays & even started cutting into the carbon itself...  Hence the 25s now.

Other than that I dig it.  I am now looking to build an aero disk with SRAM AXS.  I like the looks of Seraph & Sissy is cool to work with.

I am not sure I am going this route though as this will likely be my last build & my "forever" bike (unless I get a Time Trial).  I need it to be stiff.  I want KOMs & I want to be able to ride a century a few times a year.


ok then.
that all still applies.  maybe the company has changed, but i have had a very prompt email exchange with them in the last few days.  the ONLY reason i am considering a different company is due to the stiffness factor.  but i have strong legs & i'm heavy for a cyclist (165-195ishlbs depending).  I can deadlift over 400lbs for reps.  I don't squat often because of mobility issues from an accident... but using a specific squatting machine at my gym I can squat 460 (loaded w/olympic plates).  so the flex issue may not be entirely their fault.

the bike has been in 1 major crash & 1 minor crash.  still ticking, no damage what so ever (that i've observed).  it has done 55mph descents & has me in the 50% timewise on one of the local steep climbs.... 3.2 miles, 7.2% avg gradient, 1221 vert ft. 

it sucks on gravel but is a dream elsewhere.

the bottom bracket developed a squeek/creak & I was using a wheels mfg BB I couldn't get it worked out myself so I took it to guy & he put a bunch of goop in it & got it quiet.
March 23, 2021, 08:25:53 PM 		1