Seraph Bikes Superlight 836g X68 - Alternative to SL8 Fakes?

[numberzero]

is the handelbar cable system like the one in the photo? is there a possibility that they are hidden and not visible?

Not with this handlebar, it's the same on the real sl8 with roval rapide cockpit.

[patto3]

Not with this handlebar, it's the same on the real sl8 with roval rapide cockpit.

$2,399 usd according to the insta post.

[Sebastian]

That’s crazy value.
Personally, Building the bike myself and sourcing components is part of the fun for me. Also, I like the piece of mind of knowing that everything is in check. But I’m pretty amazed at what you can get for your money from TanTan.

[Takiyaki]

I wonder what an Ultegra build weighs and costs. That's impressive. I wish they'd start doing some more original lightweight designs.

[ejump0]

That’s crazy value.
Personally, Building the bike myself and sourcing components is part of the fun for me. Also, I like the piece of mind of knowing that everything is in check. But I’m pretty amazed at what you can get for your money from TanTan.

and i can see a benefit of having tantan prebuilds. 
if theres something wrong with hole, clearances or odd niggles or defective parts, at least the 1st level fa/sorted out at tantan side. 

tho it takes away the fun of building your own bike from scratch

[CoreX88]

The Ultegra DI2 Groupset was about 1240$ without BB and Disc's. The weight difference is about 375 grams, when comparing the 105 DI2 and Ultegra, but only when not upgrading any 105 part.

[Sander2177]

Still waiting for ride reviews
Reviews from Ali Express purchases joy great.
Maybe better frames  from Tan Tan.
Are Tan Tan manufacturer ing there Sl8 copies

[Sander2177]

Well  I emailed Tan Tan and asked some questions in regards to frame prices shipping times etc.
I did ask do Tan Tan manufactur the frame and I was told
‘About the manufacturer of TT-X68, confidential. Thank you.’
Hmmm so not sure about it.  They sell a frame that is obviously and SL8 label it an X68 and then will not confirm if they manufacture it which is strange I think.

[patliean1]

Legitimate question - What purpose would leaning into such investigative questions serve as a consumer looking to purchase clearly a fake/copy/unauthorized frameset?

One could argue it's about safety, production quality, or even integrity. I'd argue to probably look elsewhere for frame if any of those metrics are critical. I'm not saying consumers should throw all caution to the wind when buying fakes/copies. But there's an unspoken understanding that even TanTan expects the customer to abide by.

I don't go asking escorts about their history and business practices if all I want is a good time. And also the ease of just leaving the money on the night stand. I kid I kid 

[WWcyclist]

Legitimate question - What purpose would leaning into such investigative questions serve as a consumer looking to purchase clearly a fake/copy/unauthorized frameset?

One could argue it's about safety, production quality, or even integrity. I'd argue to probably look elsewhere for frame if any of those metrics are critical. I'm not saying consumers should throw all caution to the wind when buying fakes/copies. But there's an unspoken understanding that even TanTan expects the customer to abide by.

I don't go asking escorts about their history and business practices if all I want is a good time. And also the ease of just leaving the money on the night stand. I kid I kid 

[Sander2177]

Hmmmm point taken.
It would  provide  maybe a little more peace of
Mind perhaps to the purchase to know the origin of
the frame, as if they are a manufacturer well it silly they have made the frame.
But I have learned this is not always the case.

[QE_Bikez]

As promised, I’m finally sharing the photos you’ve all been waiting for. I have permission to post them here, so no worries on that front. I did not receive the Bike yet (expected mid january)


Complete Weight Of the Build : 7.175 KG




Details/Price/Specs: See at Page 8



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Nice frame and colour Combination.
How much did you at all for the whole purchase?

[Sander2177]

$2399USD

[glepore]

Curious to see how it rides. I was just quoted just under 2k usd for a wheeltop build with the standard 50mm deep wheels. Crazy value if it rides even 80% of an actual sl8.

[Sander2177]

I'm still on the fence on this one as waiting for some reviews.
But obviously it would be interesting to to compare it to my SL8.