Author Topic: ICAN A40 Build  (Read 3556 times)

WhityWhite

ICAN A40 Build
« on: October 02, 2023, 04:47:26 AM »
Hello dear Chinertown community!

I became aware of this forum in June because I wanted a new road bike but was not prepared to pay the high prices of the mainstream.
I've learned a lot, discussed a lot and even shared a tip or two.
Now I would like to present you my first build, which I finalised the day before yesterday.
The first real ride will take place tomorrow. So far, it's only been a short adjustment ride of 15 km. Everything feels good and round.

In this thread (http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,4254.msg46760.html#msg46760) I was looking for tips for my first build.
After a long search through the forum and various manufacturers, I came across the ICAN A40 (identical in construction to the Cinelli Pressure), which I finally ordered.

Here I was looking for the right wheels (http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,4325.msg49032.html#msg49032 . A separate thread about the wheels can now be found here: http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,4444.msg50685.html#msg50685 )


...and this is what has now emerged:

Specifications (all prices rounded up):
Frame incl. stem steering unit, headset, seatpost etc... (800 euros incl. tax and shipping).
+ custom paint (200 euros)
shifting group incl. crank... etc... (Ultegra DI2 2x11 - 8050/8070 version - except chain and cassette and junction box, bought separately on ebay classifieds (used) - total approx. 700 Euro - parts look like new)
Chain, cassette (11-30) and junction box (for in the handlebar plugs) NEW - 150 Euro
Wheels: Elite Edge Disc 65 mm (500 Euro incl. tax and shipping)
GP5000 tyres, 28 mm (I still had used ones at home)
Carbon saddle (26 Euro / AliExpress / https://de.aliexpress.com/item/32961988965.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.121.7a255c5fpus40b&gatewayAdapt=glo2deu)
Carbon bottle cage (14 Euro / AliExpress / https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005005266348973.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.151.7a255c5fpus40b&gatewayAdapt=glo2deu )
Miscellaneous (hydraulic brake line, handlebar tape, internal line damping, cable ties, rim tape, Wahoo holder... etc. - all AliExpress) (approx. 50 Euro)


Currently still equipped with normal "heavy butyl hoses".
7.67 kg. Weight (without pedals, bottle cage and bike computer).
But will be changed to TPU tubes as soon as they arrive from the Far East.
Then we will be under 7.5 kg

Total price, even if I've forgotten something, under 2,500 euros (2,440 euros).

 8)

« Last Edit: October 02, 2023, 04:49:57 AM by WhityWhite »



patliean1

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #1 on: October 02, 2023, 07:54:25 AM »
Nice build!

The A40 is the best looking frame ICAN offers. It was on my list for a while until I read the frame uses the FSA/ACR cable routing system.

hagerd

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #2 on: October 02, 2023, 10:54:07 AM »
Where did you buy the A40 frame? I dont see it on the ICAN website.

Mic553

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #3 on: October 02, 2023, 12:42:32 PM »
Very nice looking bike and a great branding! One does wonder why most bike branding and colouring made by professionals is utter sh...t.

Cnasta

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #4 on: October 09, 2023, 06:23:00 AM »
Your build doesn't get enough love! Looks great? Actually one of the best roadbike builds I've seen recently.

What is the inspiration of this frame (what brand frame does it come close to?)?

Patty doesn't like the ACR routing, whats wrong with that?

WhityWhite

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #5 on: October 09, 2023, 08:04:13 AM »
Your build doesn't get enough love! Looks great? Actually one of the best roadbike builds I've seen recently.

What is the inspiration of this frame (what brand frame does it come close to?)?

Patty doesn't like the ACR routing, whats wrong with that?

Cinelli Pressure ;-)

xicsx

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #6 on: October 09, 2023, 10:07:44 AM »
Cinelli Pressure ;-)

Yes it's the same.
The geometry is practically identical

Cnasta

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #7 on: October 09, 2023, 01:08:20 PM »
Cinelli Pressure ;-)

Haha, nice! And that one is only € 6.400,00 with Ultegra Di2 and carbon hoops :D

Really diggin your build. Might need this!

WhityWhite

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #8 on: October 17, 2023, 12:34:46 PM »
Hahahha my bike is in the gcn in german show

Minute 12  ;D



https://youtu.be/BhJdOG5DtXs?si=PG9GFLV5v_YRnYv-
« Last Edit: October 17, 2023, 12:36:31 PM by WhityWhite »

oringso

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #9 on: October 27, 2023, 06:27:39 AM »
Wow, great looking Bike, how tall are you if i may ask and which size did you order?

yanko_mr

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #10 on: October 27, 2023, 06:59:55 AM »
Where did you buy the A40 frame? I dont see it on the ICAN website.
+1

I am not able to find it neither

WhityWhite

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #11 on: October 27, 2023, 02:43:08 PM »
 ::) I Google that for you 

https://icancarbon.com/product/carbon-road-disc-brake-racing-bike-a40/


I am 1,83 cm and I choose size 55.

hagerd

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #12 on: October 27, 2023, 05:18:10 PM »
How did you do the custom branding? what sort of file did you send? how was it formatted? Was this all done through ICAN or a 3rd party?

WhityWhite

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #13 on: October 30, 2023, 02:53:06 AM »
I am a trained media designer and have looked for images from different perspectives of a white Cinelli Pressure frame. This I have completely white retouched and designed on it in Photoshop.

I sent this to ICAN and received proofs from them.

Cnasta

Re: ICAN A40 Build
« Reply #14 on: January 09, 2024, 08:32:45 AM »
::) I Google that for you 

https://icancarbon.com/product/carbon-road-disc-brake-racing-bike-a40/


I am 1,83 cm and I choose size 55.

I'm considering this bike since i scored a cheap di2 discbrake groupset (11sp). I'm 178cm tall and usually ride a size 54 frame. What do you recon. I think 55 would be too big and should opt for a 52 and longer stem/combo.