WCB-M-145 info?

[pearl]

http://www.workswellbikes.com/PRODDUCT/MTB/Trail/20170809/153.html

I randomly find myself looking on the main carbon frame supplier pages; how new is this? I did some research but couldn't find anything. Anyone know what this is a copy of? With the bb92, it looks like a specialized? The geo looks like a Scalpel.

[RS VR6]

I'm interested in this as well.

[RS VR6]

I sent them an email and they told me that they don't even have a mold. It won't be ready until next month.

[lRaphl]

Let us know whenever you have some news about this one!

[Silverado123]

Thats a rad frame! Definitely one to keep an eye on.

[samroy92]

WCB-M-145(29ER)
 
Anyone have the weight numbers?

Material: full carbon fiber
Weave: UD
Include：Frame
Headset size:top 1-1/8 down 1-1/2
Seatpost:31.6mm
BB:BB92
Size:15.5/17.5/19/21
Rear shock size:38*165mm
Brake Type: Disc Brake (rear 160mm /180mm rotor)
Single front chagrining setup with no front derailleur
Front travel:100mm
Rear travel:100mm
Rear Hanger:142*12mm or 148*12mm
Max Tire:29*2.3"
Cables routing: All internal
Test: CEN SGS
Warranty: 2 years

[samroy92]

Got an email today from workswell about this frame, looks like they will start shipping in the next month or so:

"Pls checking the price of the WCB-M-145 frame as below：
The EXW price of WCB-M-145 UD matt/glossy is $630/set (Include: Frame)
Match headset is $10/set, thru axle=$12/pcs
The shipping charge to Canada by EMS is $100 /set
 
Dear, WCB-M-145 Frame size 17.5’’ will available in next two weeks , in May. Other size will available in June."

I asked for pictures and specs/weight, etc.

[samroy92]

They are going to have pictures and weight numbers in about 2 weeks, stay tuned!

[samroy92]

Got an email this morning from Workswell:

Dear Sam,
Have a wonderful day!
Here is Stephie from workswellbikes company.
I' d like to share you with our Full Suspension Carbon MTB Frames:
WCB-M-145(29ER): http://www.workswellbikes.com/PRODDUCT/MTB/Trail/20170809/153.html

And it's available on alibaba: https://workswellbikes.en.alibaba.com/product/60759616288-806620916/2018_newest_design_29er_suspension_mtb_frame_Max_Tire_29_2_3_All_internal_Cables_routing.html?spm=a2700.8304367.prewdfa4cf.5.1ff7318b16r9YW

But no pictures yet, or weight numbers. I replied to ask.

[lRaphl]

Keep the information comming!

[samroy92]

This is all I have right now, but should be more info in the next 1-2weeks. I am planning on building an FS within the next month or two, depending on how they reply I may or may not go with this frame. Latest reply:

"
Dear, the frames are making in matte in the painting factory, will have more pictures and weight in next week. Will send for you check in next week.
 
Price of WCB-M-145 UD matt/glossy is $630/set (Include: Frame)
Match headset is $10/set, thru axle=$12/pcs
The shipping charge to Canada by EMS is $100 /set
 
Any questions, pls ask freely.
 
Best regards!
Stephie
"

[adroitrider]

I got a lead time of 1.5 months for the XL, I have asked for more pictures.

From the drawing, is there a pivot at the chain/seat stay? What is that round hole in the drawing for? Seems outdated if it is a pivot.

The no pivot at the rear chain/seat stay reminds me of a Gary Fisher Sugar Race, the Ronald McDonald red and yellow version. I loved that bike and could fly on it!

[samroy92]

I got a lead time of 1.5 months for the XL, I have asked for more pictures.

From the drawing, is there a pivot at the chain/seat stay? What is that round hole in the drawing for? Seems outdated if it is a pivot.

The no pivot at the rear chain/seat stay reminds me of a Gary Fisher Sugar Race, the Ronald McDonald red and yellow version. I loved that bike and could fly on it!

I think the pivot on the end of the chainstay is probably a good thing. If you go look at 2018 downhill+trail name brands a lot of them have this pivot. If you look at more XC namebrands, they don't. Examples: Specialized stuntjumper, Trek fuel, etc. have this pivot. Some of the really nice brands like Santa Cruz, Yeti have their own very specialized design to prevent bobbing and such from what I understand. Can anyone weigh in on my assessment? I want to make sure im not spreading false info.

[adroitrider]

I guess so, the 68 HTA and 73.5 STA leans toward a more trail orientated geo. A pivot there could work.

[adroitrider]

The Geo is closer to the Habit than it is the Scalpel.