Tideace NEW Gravel Frame: GR201

[Uberflo]

2,2" is very tight, high risk you shred the chainstays in muddy conditions

[dbeezie]

I've seen a few questions, but no definitive answers in this thread:
Has anyone actually run 2.1 or 2.2 tyres in this frame and, if so, what was the clearance like? (Obviously thinking Thunder Burt/Conti Race King if possible)

There is a recent post on WeightWeenie with a pic of 2.2' Race Kings mounted. (about 1/2 way down the page)
https://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=176431&start=435

You'll need to make the call for yourself based on the conditions you ride in and if any mud clearance is needed. 
Regardless, you'll want to shave the tires hairs on the Kings. 

[Jaypayne05]

She is 98% finish. Just bar tape after I figure out if I like my hood position. She rides pretty well and I have some 50mm tires on her.

[rawr]

I've seen a few questions, but no definitive answers in this thread:
Has anyone actually run 2.1 or 2.2 tyres in this frame and, if so, what was the clearance like? (Obviously thinking Thunder Burt/Conti Race King if possible)

I just got mine and was playing around with tires. The Burt's were too big on the rear but the race king has maybe 4mm of clearance.


Idk what to do for the handlebar situation. I haven't cut the steerer yet but it does not seem like I'll be able to compress the headset. It seems loose. Will report back later.

[Jaypayne05]

I just got mine and was playing around with tires. The Burt's were too big on the rear but the race king has maybe 4mm of clearance.


Idk what to do for the handlebar situation. I haven't cut the steerer yet but it does not seem like I'll be able to compress the headset. It seems loose. Will report back later.

I recommend using  a longer headset compression nut. The one that comes with the bike is too short unless you're slamming the stem

[Rolandos]

Hmm headset keeps some play with the tideace bar. Also want a longer stem so I can solve both problems.

Lexon is on the shortlist, really good price and loads of sizes. Does anyone have pictures of this 1mm gap at the headtube? Any negatives on lexon bars?

[gloscherrybomb]

Lexon Unox all good here. Supplied spacers are fine.

[TikO]

Hey everyone,
Another new user asking for size recommendation lol

I'm getting a frameset next month, but i'm torn between size 49 and 52.
I'm 1,73m with a inseam of 80cm and a saddle height of 69cm. Usually riding size 51-52 bikes (or S on some brands).
Reach and stack wise, i can fit on both sizes. I would probably run a slammed 80-ish cm stem on a 52, while i could run a longer stem on the 49 with at least 15mm of spacers.
I'd rather have a nimble bike than a small boat, so i'm tempted to go with the 49 but i'm worried it will be a bit on the "too" small side.

Anyone in the same size bracket with any advice or feedback on their bike so far ?
Thanks a lot.

[Rapac]

Hey everyone,
Another new user asking for size recommendation lol

I'm getting a frameset next month, but i'm torn between size 49 and 52.
I'm 1,73m with a inseam of 80cm and a saddle height of 69cm. Usually riding size 51-52 bikes (or S on some brands).
Reach and stack wise, i can fit on both sizes. I would probably run a slammed 80-ish cm stem on a 52, while i could run a longer stem on the 49 with at least 15mm of spacers.
I'd rather have a nimble bike than a small boat, so i'm tempted to go with the 49 but i'm worried it will be a bit on the "too" small side.

Anyone in the same size bracket with any advice or feedback on their bike so far ?
Thanks a lot.

I'm 170 with 79 inseam and same saddle height. Went for 49 and have a 100 mm bar. I run the only 2 spacer that are required to run the bar (15mm).

[TikO]

I'm 170 with 79 inseam and same saddle height. Went for 49 and have a 100 mm bar. I run the only 2 spacer that are required to run the bar (15mm).

Damn, that's it. I'm getting the 49 then, thanks. Your bike looks awesome!!

[trailgazer]

I'm 170 with 79 inseam and same saddle height. Went for 49 and have a 100 mm bar. I run the only 2 spacer that are required to run the bar (15mm).

Looking at the picture, you could also swap a seatpost with a offset to accomplish more length.

[Rapac]

Looking at the picture, you could also swap a seatpost with a offset to accomplish more length.

Why ? I don't need more length, my stem is already small. I usually run 120/130.
Too much at the back and I won't have the same legs movements

[trailgazer]

Why ? I don't need more length, my stem is already small. I usually run 120/130.
...

Sorry, my message was meant for @TikO.

[TikO]

Sorry, my message was meant for @TikO.

Ah yes good eye! A 100mm stem seems pretty spot-on reach wise for me, but i guess you never know until you get the frame!

[SEDK]

Hmm headset keeps some play with the tideace bar. Also want a longer stem so I can solve both problems.

Lexon is on the shortlist, really good price and loads of sizes. Does anyone have pictures of this 1mm gap at the headtube? Any negatives on lexon bars?

The Tideace bars and spacer set is crap - I had the same with tons of play. Got the Lexon bars instead and quality in much better and zero play.