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

[Mario kart]

Anyone confirmed the tarmac seatpost from Hylix or HY or whatever fits in the X68? If not, Ill probably order one and check for myself when my frame arrives

[fhill]

Anyone confirmed the tarmac seatpost from Hylix or HY or whatever fits in the X68? If not, Ill probably order one and check for myself when my frame arrives

I have tested the Hylix seatpost, fits, haven't tested it on the road if it holds, but I think so

[Sander2177]

Anyone confirmed the tarmac seatpost from Hylix or HY or whatever fits in the X68? If not, Ill probably order one and check for myself when my frame arrives

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[glepore]

https://youtu.be/_KpjHvCl9sI?si=WvtSijNWkBuDg4tG
This kind of crap is why I really am skeptical of youtube reviews. Oh yeah, none of this stuff has any issues...
Patrick does a more balanced job without alienating his partners.

[Tpower59]

Is this small depression in the carbon normal?

[glepore]

Is this small depression in the carbon normal?

I wouldn't be overly concerned. Obvious impression from the hanger. Could be in the paint, hard to tell from the photo. Most of the load there is in compression anyway, so its unlikely to be an issue.

[Stubbie Blue]

Finished my build.

52cm chameleon white with 400 x 90 mm handlebars

$889 frameset
$1,087 Ultegra Di2 R8150 groupset
$338 XCADEY Ventus carbon crankset power meter
$608 EliteWheels Edge 50mm deep
$300 other parts
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$3,222

Weight 7.16kg/15.8 lb
with Shimano PD-ES600 pedals (279g), computer mount, no bottle cages.

Notes:
- I didn't get the plug that holds the front derailleur backing plate so when I undid the bolts, the backing plate fell into the frame. You need to leave one of the bolts attached, but loose enough so you can rotate the hanger out of the way. I also didn't get the seatpost cover. But I did get the 160mm only front brake adapter.
- I stripped the rear saddle clamp nut trying to torque it to 6 Nm. I replaced it with an M5 barrel nut.

[Freddy__HH]

Anyone here tested the X68 against an actual SL8? Wonder how big the difference is to an SL8 or any other high end race bike.

[Gus]

Finished my build.

52cm chameleon white with 400 x 90 mm handlebars

$889 frameset
$1,087 Ultegra Di2 R8150 groupset
$338 XCADEY Ventus carbon crankset power meter
$608 EliteWheels Edge 50mm deep
$300 other parts
===
$3,222

Weight 7.16kg/15.8 lb
with Shimano PD-ES600 pedals (279g), computer mount, no bottle cages.

Notes:
- I didn't get the plug that holds the front derailleur backing plate so when I undid the bolts, the backing plate fell into the frame. You need to leave one of the bolts attached, but loose enough so you can rotate the hanger out of the way. I also didn't get the seatpost cover. But I did get the 160mm only front brake adapter.
- I stripped the rear saddle clamp nut trying to torque it to 6 Nm. I replaced it with an M5 barrel nut.

Nice build! Looks slick.
Curious how much those elite wheels weigh?
How does the bike ride?

[Stubbie Blue]

Nice build! Looks slick.
Curious how much those elite wheels weigh?
How does the bike ride?

Thanks! The wheels weigh: front 632g, rear 730g, 1,362g pair, no rim tape.
I've only ridden around my neighborhood for now, but first impressions are that it feels very light and easy to accelerate. I got 165mm cranks and I find them easier to spin at higher cadences. And the Ultegra Di2 shifts so quick and smooth on the front and rear.

[SkylarRnD]

Anyone here tested the X68 against an actual SL8? Wonder how big the difference is to an SL8 or any other high end race bike.

I believe Sander has. Patty is gonna be doing a review here soon too.

[DavidG]

Anyone here tested the X68 against an actual SL8? Wonder how big the difference is to an SL8 or any other high end race bike.

Any comparison is going to be subjective so not sure if there is much point imo.

[Iand91]

Hi I have a question and not sure if it’s already been asked. I was in an accident in Spain which broke my sl8 in half, wheels have been replaced under crash warranty, di2 somehow survived.my bike is at a friends house in Spain due to me braking my arm and a few ribs. The other half doesn’t know how bad the bike is 🤣 but I come across this and was wondering as it’s almost identical do they do the decals on when ordering or is that something I have to do once I’ve received it so she never finds out. Thank you

[BeR]

Hi I have a question and not sure if it’s already been asked. I was in an accident in Spain which broke my sl8 in half, wheels have been replaced under crash warranty, di2 somehow survived.my bike is at a friends house in Spain due to me braking my arm and a few ribs. The other half doesn’t know how bad the bike is 🤣 but I come across this and was wondering as it’s almost identical do they do the decals on when ordering or is that something I have to do once I’ve received it so she never finds out. Thank you

Please, read some topics before asking this kind of question.

[Stubbie Blue]

Hi I have a question and not sure if it’s already been asked. I was in an accident in Spain which broke my sl8 in half, wheels have been replaced under crash warranty, di2 somehow survived.my bike is at a friends house in Spain due to me braking my arm and a few ribs. The other half doesn’t know how bad the bike is 🤣 but I come across this and was wondering as it’s almost identical do they do the decals on when ordering or is that something I have to do once I’ve received it so she never finds out. Thank you

I don't think TanTan will do decals for another brand but you can ask them. If not, you can get decals on Etsy or eBay.