SL 8 clone

[Tpower59]

Well I have decal on my x68 but might actually re I’ve them to be honest.
Wheel no I like having my wheels blank was never a fan of decals even on my branded wheels

I should remove them from Peter’s D50C33U wheels then

[Sander2177]

I should remove them from Peter’s D50C33U wheels then

No it’s my opinion thats all.
You do what make you happy mate you like the decals leave them on

[ChuckyRagnar55]

Good morning everyone. I'm interested in buying one or more SL8 replicas for myself and some friends, but I need to know of a reliable manufacturer. I contacted Tantan to see if they could make S-W handlebars and paint, but they said no. Now I have a lot of contacts on AliExpress, but I don't know which one to choose. I've also seen the Yohoo option. So I'm still undecided.
Can anyone recommend a manufacturer that does good work with carbon fiber?
Thanks a lot.

[Serge_K]

Good morning everyone. I'm interested in buying one or more SL8 replicas for myself and some friends, but I need to know of a reliable manufacturer. I contacted Tantan to see if they could make S-W handlebars and paint, but they said no. Now I have a lot of contacts on AliExpress, but I don't know which one to choose. I've also seen the Yohoo option. So I'm still undecided.
Can anyone recommend a manufacturer that does good work with carbon fiber?
Thanks a lot.

Buying counterfeits causes erectile dysfunction. Don't do it.

[Dan S.]

Buying counterfeits causes erectile dysfunction. Don't do it.

As soon as you are sitting on the bike, you are getting a flat ... and I am not talking about the wheels 

[Sander2177]

Good morning everyone. I'm interested in buying one or more SL8 replicas for myself and some friends, but I need to know of a reliable manufacturer. I contacted Tantan to see if they could make S-W handlebars and paint, but they said no. Now I have a lot of contacts on AliExpress, but I don't know which one to choose. I've also seen the Yohoo option. So I'm still undecided.
Can anyone recommend a manufacturer that does good work with carbon fiber?
Thanks a lot.

Can anyone recommend a manufacturer that does good work with carbon fiber?

Now… let’s think about that sentence for a moment. 

“Can I recommend criminals selling counterfeit frames who do good work with carbon fibre?”   

I can tell you who sells them, sure — that part is easy.

The “good work” part is where it all falls apart. They’re counterfeit frames at the end of the day, with all the risks that come with that.

[Tpower59]

Can anyone recommend a manufacturer that does good work with carbon fiber?

Now… let’s think about that sentence for a moment. 

“Can I recommend criminals selling counterfeit frames who do good work with carbon fibre?”   

I can tell you who sells them, sure — that part is easy.

The “good work” part is where it all falls apart. They’re counterfeit frames at the end of the day, with all the risks that come with that.

Well your X68 is in the gray zone

[ChuckyRagnar55]

The reason we're writing in this section of the forum is to share common ground, etc. It's clear that buying replicas isn't legal, but for me, paying 6k for a carbon frame isn't either. On that note, not all replica carbon frame manufacturers work with carbon fiber in the same way. I know many people who have been racing with replica frames for several years; they all get them from a guy here who has a contact with a manufacturer who's proven to be very good, but he takes a commission (as is normal). Therefore, I'd like to find a contact like that. I respect the opinion of everyone who thinks it's not legal, but I'm not asking for your opinion; I'm asking for a reliable contact. Thanks a lot, guys.

[Sander2177]

Well your X68 is in the gray zone

I wont disagree but I went in eyes wide open when I bought that one

[Sander2177]

The reason we're writing in this section of the forum is to share common ground, etc. It's clear that buying replicas isn't legal, but for me, paying 6k for a carbon frame isn't either. On that note, not all replica carbon frame manufacturers work with carbon fiber in the same way. I know many people who have been racing with replica frames for several years; they all get them from a guy here who has a contact with a manufacturer who's proven to be very good, but he takes a commission (as is normal). Therefore, I'd like to find a contact like that. I respect the opinion of everyone who thinks it's not legal, but I'm not asking for your opinion; I'm asking for a reliable contact. Thanks a lot, guys.

Taiwan Eisen used to be considered reliable, but he was reportedly arrested last year and a lot of people were left without support after placing orders. I’ve been riding an X68 since last year; TanTan won’t apply brand decals, but for around $795 USD it has performed well so far.

Some riders have been buying from RK and Polar. Their frames cost a bit more—around $1,000 USD—but they’re offering weights comparable to high‑end models. The finishing quality is noticeably better too, and the bottom bracket and brake mounts come properly faced, much like the genuine branded frames.                         

[ChuckyRagnar55]

Taiwan Eisen used to be considered reliable, but he was reportedly arrested last year and a lot of people were left without support after placing orders. I’ve been riding an X68 since last year; TanTan won’t apply brand decals, but for around $795 USD it has performed well so far.

Some riders have been buying from RK and Polar. Their frames cost a bit more—around $1,000 USD—but they’re offering weights comparable to high‑end models. The finishing quality is noticeably better too, and the bottom bracket and brake mounts come properly faced, much like the genuine branded frames.                         

Thank you so much, friend! This comment has been very helpful. Tantan continues to really catch my attention. If you have any links for Polar or RK, I would greatly appreciate it. I need to evaluate both, and if not, I'll join your group with Tantan x68. ❤️

[Tpower59]

Buying counterfeits causes erectile dysfunction. Don't do it.

Ereptile dysfunction is what made dinosaurs die actually

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BeR ... do you happen to have a link to the store you purchased the frame from and where did you get your Di2 Ultegra group set ?

[BeR]

BeR ... do you happen to have a link to the store you purchased the frame from and where did you get your Di2 Ultegra group set ?

All of my groupsets come from :
https://cyclegears.net/

Good price, fast shipping, tax free, well packaged.

RK is :
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/home.html?shopId=1103853735&pagePath=index.htm

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^^ Thx !!!