Chromoly road frames?

offrhodes · October 16, 2020, 02:55:08 PM

I am looking for chromoly frames to build up a road bike that can take wide tires and mid-reach calipers, something along the lines of the All City Mr. Pink or Soma ES. I have some Derby RC 22i wheels that are 29mm wide on the outside, so there needs to be clearance for these wide rims and 28c tires. I have come across Tsunami, but not sure what else is out there for a quality company to deal with to ship to the USA.

hammerman · October 20, 2020, 03:30:24 AM

I've been looking at Tsunami's road bikes and would be keen to know if anyone has had any experience with them.

The best I've come across is this:

https://www.ridinggravel.com/forum/?p=%2Fpost%2Fchina-chromoly-build-tsunami-9790055

There was another post with a Tsunami road bike build but I can't for the life of me find it again.

hammerman · October 20, 2020, 03:31:59 AM

Found it: https://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=154713&hilit=Tsunami

hammerman · January 19, 2021, 12:01:24 AM

I just bought the Tsunami/Seaboard CR01. Their latest 2021 version of their road bike.

I'll update this thread once it arrives.

tripleDot · January 19, 2021, 02:56:02 AM

I've personally saw a Tsunami Seaboard (raw version) last 2019 and I have to say I really wanted to buy it. The only reasons that stopped me was they didn't have my size and I was in the middle of a business trip. Although I have to say I wasn't privy with the components as I wanted to convert it to an SS.

hammerman · January 22, 2021, 01:52:16 AM

Quote from: tripleDot on January 19, 2021, 02:56:02 AM
I've personally saw a Tsunami Seaboard (raw version) last 2019 and I have to say I really wanted to buy it. The only reasons that stopped me was they didn't have my size and I was in the middle of a business trip. Although I have to say I wasn't privy with the components as I wanted to convert it to an SS.

I've been eyeing this on off for a while. I think it looks awesome! Had to sell another bike but super excited to finally put this one together.

So far I've ordered / got:
- The frame obviously (on its way)
- Elite ENT clincher wheels (on their way)
- 105 mini group (SS) (on its way)
- Generic carbon saddle (already in my shed)
- 40cm Aluminium bars (already in my shed)

I'm aiming for a sub-8kg build. My current estimate is at just under 8kg so we'll see once all the parts start to arrive and I realise I've left off a few bits and pieces.

offrhodes · February 10, 2021, 08:01:25 AM

Looking forward to the build photos.

hammerman · March 03, 2021, 11:58:27 PM

Hey guys,

The frame finally arrived. Took about 6 weeks to get to Australia. Here's a few photos from unboxing.

Initial impressions are awesome. The welds are all spot on, the finish is great and the frame feels light (1711g on the scales - a touch heavier than the 1,690 claimed)

The frameset came with a headset, seatpost clamp and FD clamp.

Any particular photos you'd like me to take and post up?

carbonazza · March 04, 2021, 03:22:09 AM

It looks awesome!
Can it stay in its metallic finish?
That could be a great base for a SS for one of my sons.

hammerman · March 04, 2021, 03:33:31 AM

It looks like it's got a clear coat on the outside. I'm going to treat it with frame saver or lanolin oil https://www.bunnings.com.au/wd-40-specialist-300g-rust-prevention-lanolin-lubricant_p0019345 before I build it.

I've also ordered some frame saver stickers to prevent it from being rubbed off.

Until then, it's staying safely on the couch!