Speaking of know-how, these are the words of CEO Colnago in an interview: "We have the V Series which, like almost all racing bikes made in the world, comes from Asian countries (China and Taiwan). And not for price reasons but because they have developed notable skills on carbon there".
Well I agree with Serge_K
Things i have noticed in the last 4 years have taken a massive leap, and yes knowhow is spread.
Joe Whittingham also say this in his YT China Cycling channel or interviews he has had with other you tubers.
People move around gain knowledge an pass knowledge on so everything keeps getting better and the Chinese have caught on and are developing there own brands as that is where the $$$ is
Xiamen obviously is where at is at for the industry
Xiamen Shenzhen/Guangdong
Specialization in Bike Frames ✅ Yes, major hub ❌ Not primary
Carbon Fiber Application Mostly bicycles & Wheels More tech & drones
Production Costs Lower than Shenzhen Higher labour & land costs
Presence of Big Brands Many OEMs/ODMs Few frame makers
I'm very very interested to see this frame when I receive and build it against the real thing, it may possibly get to a point where I stop buying the western brands
Same is for watches I have well a pricey watch and now the $1000 copies are near on indistinguishable and need experts to make assessments to there authenticity, as people are getting caught out buying as genuine which may just happen with the bikes.
I buy a real one and a copy and get it same colour decals etc and dont register real frame and sell it with warranty there you go!
And before anyone says anything no I am not planning to do this I do have a moral compass!
