True CX frame (not gravel)

[Thomas BT]

Hi, has anyone had a recent cyclocross built ? Any frame suggestions for a CX build in 2024?

[lungrattler]

I built up a GR029 last year for primarily for cross, and it's been fantastic. Great value for the money. Offically clears 42's, but my gravel tires blow out to a little over 44 and they still have decent clearance. Decently light as well. Not as stiff as my previous TCX, but my back is thankful for that on the dry bumpy courses we have here. I plan on buying a second one soon for a pit bike.

My only complaints are minor:
- The front axle has an removable insert that it threads into, rather than it being bonded into the fork. Kind of a pain in the ass when doing wheel changes to have one more piece to keep track of.
- My frame arrived with a bit of clear coat overspray in the headtube and wouldn't fit the headset bearings. It took some very minor sanding with a fine grit to get it to fit, so not a huge deal. Annoying, but part of what you're getting by saving the money on a "Western" branded frame.

8/10, would (and will) buy again.

[reckonair]

Anyone know whether the fe806 is compatible with an electronic groupset? I like the look of that Ltwoo electronic gravel thing

[Frederic Grimm]

Does anyone know of a current cyclocross frame that also has a UDH derailleur hanger? My search has been unsuccessful so far. Unfortunately, all gravel bikes have a huge BB drop, and I often hit the ground in corners with 70 mm.

[Walter-sobchak]

Does anyone know of a current cyclocross frame that also has a UDH derailleur hanger? My search has been unsuccessful so far. Unfortunately, all gravel bikes have a huge BB drop, and I often hit the ground in corners with 70 mm.

I do not think one of these exists, but agree it would be a nice feature.

[Walter-sobchak]

Anyone know whether the fe806 is compatible with an electronic groupset? I like the look of that Ltwoo electronic gravel thing

I have a new FE806 running Ltwoo EGR. It works great, there is a single cable that runs from RD to battery in seatpost.  I ran it trough the hole for the RD cable and although it doesn't come with a rubber grommet to fill the space like some other frames, its not much of an issue to me.

[Salmotrout]

Hello,
I'm looking to compete in cyclocross and gravel riding. Could you recommend a frame that's versatile enough for both disciplines? Would the GR029 and GR045 models described here be suitable for both? Which one do you think is the most versatile? Any other models you know of would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.