Happy New Year to you all!

I'm considering to replace my 14 year old road bike, and been checking the Chinese carbon makers' websites for quite some time now. But I haven't yet found the frame that gives me a "that's what I want" feeling. Maybe you guys can help...

I'm coming from a 2004 Giant OCR Zero, size XL (60 cm). 120 mm stem, slammed to lowest position. I've gotten used to an aero position and aim for a frame with a stack to reach ratio well under 1,50, preferably 1,45 or even lower at the front.

What else is important? Thru axles. Mounts for hydraulic disc brakes. Enough clearance to mount beefy 28 mm tires, because I do encounter dirt roads on a regular basis (no need for a "gravel bike" though, 28 mm slicks are just fine).

I don't care about frame weight. Aero design is a nice to have, but definitely not mandatory. I prefer a long and stable geometry over short and nimble.

Thank you!

Hey!

I'm happy I've finally found this forum. I've been contemplating Chinese carbon parts for quite a while now, and what I read so far supports that plan.

However, there seem to be not many reviews around for carbon rims/wheels in more gravity orientated biking.

My stats: I ride a Specialized Enduro Comp (29"), my current weight is 85 kg and I live not too far from the Alpes mountains. So pretty demanding terrain is within reach. I'd describe my riding style as rather smooth and not too brutal, but I have to admit that the Enduro encourages you to just point the bike into the target direction and open the brakes.

I'm considering 35 mm wide rims, or even 40 mm rims. My preferred tires are 2,35" Schwalbes, like Hans Dampf or Magic Mary (tubeless of course), but I'd also be ok to test the Conti 2,4" models.

I'm looking forward to reading your experiences, opinions and recommendations. :-)