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Chinese Carbon Road Bikes => Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components => Topic started by: Hainesy on December 01, 2025, 08:54:36 AM
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Am looking to order a GV201 / GR201 gravel frame - where's the best place to order from; TanTan (or Seraph), Longteng or Tideace?
I've already got seatpost, handlebars etc so am just after the frame + fork, would want to spec a single colour paintjob, for delivery to the UK.
Does anyone have a view on the pros / cons of the different vendors?
UPDATE: Have had pricing for a 54cm frame from each of the vendors, painted a single gloss colour, no decals, for delivery to UK (have tried to compare apples with apples):
TanTan GR201:
Frame, Fork + Seatpost, also includes seatpost clamp, thru axle, headset, storage bag, paint + delivery inc PP fee = $779
Paint colour from Pantone code. Not able to paint the storage box cover to match
Approx 25 days to build + 18 to ship
LongTeng GV201:
Frame, Fork + Seatpost, also includes seatpost clamp, thru axle, headset, storage bag, paint + delivery inc PP fee = $742
Paint from a large Pantone list. Happy to paint the storage box cover to match.
Build from stock with delivery in 25 days
Tideace GR201:
Frame, Fork + Seatpost, also includes seatpost clamp, thru axle, headset, storage bag, paint + delivery = $850
Paint from a limited list. Happy to paint the storage box cover to match.
Approx 10 days to build + 20 to ship
Mondince FM296:
Frame, Fork + Seatpost, also includes seatpost clamp, thru axle, headset, storage bag, paint + delivery = $720
From stock, shipping TBC
Paint from a large Pantone list. Happy to paint the storage box cover to match.
Material: 100% Toray T1000 Carbon Fiber
Carbon Weave: UD/3K, UD Will Be Recommend
Frame Weight: 1150+-30g (52cm)
Fork Weight: 458/+-15g
https://mondincecycle.com/product/2025-new-designed-udh-hanger-full-carbon-fiber-gravel-bike-frame-fm296
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The paint quality.
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The paint quality.
Who is usually considered best?
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Have updated original post with pricing & spec details I've had back from the 3 x vendors.
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Who is usually considered best?
As I own two Tideace frames and regarding the feedback of other users I would suggest Tideace.
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LT 1st, then tideace. I would avoid TT, for me it doesnt belong in this list.
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LongTeng doesn't include a handlebar right? While it is included at TanTan
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I have a TanTan in mat black. The color is decent but not perfect. But the comunication and speed of delivery was decent, so 1 vote for TT.
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I've discounted TanTan as I really want the toolbox cover painted to match so its between TideAce (most expensive) and LT (cheapest).
Tideace describe the frame as constructed "Toray T800+T1000 carbon+Blow molding technology" whilst LT describe theirs as "T800" - not sure if in reality there would be a difference, I guess its just the mold thats open, each factory is able to construct the frame to their own spec.
I got TanTan to price based on no handlebars (it was about $40 cheaper IIRC) so the prices above are apples to apples.
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Also going to throw Mondince into the mix with their FM296 frame which is also the same: https://mondincecycle.com/product/2025-new-designed-udh-hanger-full-carbon-fiber-gravel-bike-frame-fm296 have enquired to see if they do single frame orders direect to consumer.
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Unfortunately TanTan added now a PayPal payment fee of 41.95 USD....
I'm currently favoring ltbikes (faster delivery and cheaper) but I'm also confuse why they are only using T800 instead of a combination? The weigth seems to be identical
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Just got a LongTeng GV201 and it was 21 days from my initial inquiry to being delivered. Price was the cheapest of all the manufacturers. Dealing with Alisa was great.
I can't really comment on paint quality. I just got clear over raw carbon but it came out looking good and all the brake mounts and bb were faced properly. They did also clear coat the storage box lid to match.
From what I've seen Tideace probably has the best paint quality if you want something fancier.
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Unfortunately TanTan added now a PayPal payment fee of 41.95 USD....
I'm currently favoring ltbikes (faster delivery and cheaper) but I'm also confuse why they are only using T800 instead of a combination? The weigth seems to be identical
The finalised invoice from LongTeng was the same tbf - $50 PP fee bringing total to $742, have updated original post + added Mondince option.
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Unfortunately TanTan added now a PayPal payment fee of 41.95 USD....
I'm currently favoring ltbikes (faster delivery and cheaper) but I'm also confuse why they are only using T800 instead of a combination? The weigth seems to be identical
To further stir the pot - Mondince claim their frame is 100% T1000...
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Mondince is now the cheapest option (570$ incl. painting and paypal excl. shipping)
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Mondince got back to me with pricing and seem really responsive - and are also cheapest. Have updated original post.
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Have taken a punt and ordered a frame Mondince. Will keep the thread updated on progress!
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To further stir the pot - Mondince claim their frame is 100% T1000...
which is interesting as the following is qouted from their FAQ:
Which carbon fiber you use?
1.For normal weight frame, we use Toray T700 and T800 carbon fiber.
2.If customers want to get lightweight bike frame, we will choose T800 and T1000 carbon fiber.
All frames will be passed 130% ISO 4210 test standard. If the customers want to get certificate from EFBE, we can do that for them.
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Have taken a punt and ordered a frame Mondince. Will keep the thread updated on progress!
Did the same today, also delivery time was shorter than the other three vendors. Hope our bikes don't get mixed up ;)
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Nice, what colour did you go for? I’ve gone with a colour from another frame order I saw on Reddit:
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That's CJ's bike. He presented it on this forum in Mondince topic. The color is PANTONE 7536 C.
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That's CJ's bike. He presented it on this forum in Mondince topic. The color is PANTONE 7536 C.
Ah, thanks for the heads up - will take a look. Yes, he confirmed the colour on Reddit, I was going to go for a Warm Grey 5C which was similar but thought it was safer to order one someone already had seen in the flesh!
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Nice, what colour did you go for? I’ve gone with a colour from another frame order I saw on Reddit:
Went for Pantone 454C. Curious how it turns out in the end, really difficult to find a color on non-calibrated displays.
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Frame is ready to ship and got a QA video from Jack earlier (screengrab below). Looks good I think!
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Frame is ready to ship and got a QA video from Jack earlier (screengrab below). Looks good I think!
Have they changed the storage box? Looks like a new generation compared with CJs bike?
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Have they changed the storage box? Looks like a new generation compared with CJs bike?
They're not the same frame models
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Frame is ready to ship and got a QA video from Jack earlier (screengrab below). Looks good I think!
Got the same video also on thursday - the color differs slightly for me, but this is most likely due to the lighting conditions, camera, and my display.
Have you received a shipping link yet?
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Yes, got tracking details, was on a flight over the wknd so expect I’ll see it in a week or so.
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I’ve been extremely happy with my GV-201 from LT. Alisa was easy to work with, I picked a green over carbon and it looks great. I think I paid $769 to get it into the US back in August, was about 28 days from payment to delivery.
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Nice, do you have a picture of it built?
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Hopefully this looks sharper when it’s posted…
I haven’t weighed it since installing these Vittorias (55c Front, 50c Rear) but I’ve been super happy with the bike so far. With 42c Teravails, it weighed something like 21 lbs?
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To further stir the pot - Mondince claim their frame is 100% T1000...
got the following information for Mondince "FM296" and "FM306" --> It is T800 fiber
I´ve ordered these two frames last week -->
USD485 per frameset
USD180 for shipping cost
USD48 Paypal charges
USD55 for painting
USD1308 in total;
I´ll keep you updated regarding shipping time (to Germany)
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Frame arrived a few days ago, well packed and in perfect condition. Really pleased with both the paint colour and the fit and finish - all the contact surfaces look clean and faced and the carbon looks tidy. Build photos to follow!
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got the following information for Mondince "FM296" and "FM306" --> It is T800 fiber
They told me it's T800/T100 for FM296
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Frame arrived a few days ago, well packed and in perfect condition. Really pleased with both the paint colour and the fit and finish - all the contact surfaces look clean and faced and the carbon looks tidy. Build photos to follow!
Congratulations on the new frame — the color looks great!
Did you notice any issues during inspection or assembly?
I’m also considering ordering a frame from Mondince.
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Congratulations on the new frame — the color looks great!
Did you notice any issues during inspection or assembly?
I’m also considering ordering a frame from Mondince.
No, it was perfect, build went smoothly, weather has been shitty but have put 40km or so on it and it's been fine so far. Would definitely recommend.
Will take some better photos at some point and plan to add some more logo decals.
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got the following information for Mondince "FM296" and "FM306" --> It is T800 fiber
I´ve ordered these two frames last week --> USD485 per frameset, USD180 for shipping cost, USD48 Paypal charges, USD55 for painting, USD1308 in total;
I´ll keep you updated regarding shipping time (to Germany)
Got these pictures from Mondince before my ordered FM296 frame is shipped.
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got the following information for Mondince "FM296" and "FM306" --> It is T800 fiber
I´ve ordered these two frames last week --> USD485 per frameset, USD180 for shipping cost, USD48 Paypal charges, USD55 for painting, USD1308 in total;
I´ll keep you updated regarding shipping time (to Germany)
is this the price excluding handlebars I assume? Do they send both in one box for 180, that seems like a great deal! Why did you also go for the FM306?
thanks a lot :)
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is this the price excluding handlebars I assume? Do they send both in one box for 180, that seems like a great deal! Why did you also go for the FM306?
thanks a lot :)
Yes, price is without handlebars. They send both frames in one box for 180. price for one frame is 150.
My brother go for the FM306 because the geometry is more comfortable, upright and relaxed.
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That's a very pretty paint on the inside of the fork legs, and the Sram detail on the top tube. How did you apply it? Is it a sticker?
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frames arrived today :-) Shipping time to Germany was around 7 days with DPD. It took about three weeks for the frames to be shipped. Exactly four weeks passed between placing the order and receiving the delivery.
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At first glance, everything looks very good. There are two minor issues with the paintwork that could be criticized.
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Which of these vendors is considered to have the best painting quality and color selection?
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Y'all can join us for the Mondince fun in here if you like 😁
https://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,6336.0.html
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I received the frame. The paint quality is quite good. The time from placing the order to delivery was 26 days.
Color: PANTONE 468 C – matte
Price:
Frame — USD 485
Paint — 60
Shipping — 150
The package included the frame, seatpost, axles, frame bag, headset bearings and spacers, and a cover for the front derailleur mount.
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finished my build (Mondince FM296)
Specs:
Frame - Mondince FM296 (size 54)
Wheels- CarbonBikeKits ArcX 47mm / inner 25mm / outer 32mm (AX47-32)
Grips/hoods - Shimano GRX Di2 ST-RX715
Stem: Deda Superbox V2 DCR
Handlebar: Deda Superzero RS alloy (ready for 31.8mm Aero bars)
Brakes - Shimano GRX BR-RX410
Disc - SHIMANO Dura Ace RT-CL900 | 160 mm
Rear derailleur - SHIMANO GRX Di2 RD-RX717-SGS
Crankset - Lexon Carbon Crankset with Xcadey Powermeter
Chainring - Pass Quest Aero 42T
Bottombracket - SRAM DUB
Pedals - Shimano SPD-SL
Cassette - SHIMANO Deore XT 12s CS-M8100
Chain - SHIMANO Deore XT | Ultegra | GRX CN-M8100
Saddle - Ergon SR Pro
Tires - Schwalbe G-One R Pro 50mm / Schwalbe G-One RS Pro 50mm
Weight - 9.00kg measured with Garmin Rally pedals, computer mount and bottle cages (heavy alloy stem / handlebar and 50mm tires)
total costs around 3.000 - 3.100 EURO
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@Toto, very nice looking bike!
Shipping went through customs without any tarif and VAT, right?
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@Toto, very nice looking bike!
Shipping went through customs without any tarif and VAT, right?
Thank you! :D
Yes, without any tarif and VAT (shipped by DPD)
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What colour is the frame? I am looking to buy the FM126 from Mondince and was considering an offwhite like this.
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What colour is the frame? I am looking to buy the FM126 from Mondince and was considering an offwhite like this.
Sorry for late reply.
I asked Mondince for the color of the "Megamo West" gravel bike. See the screenshot attached. I do not know the exact color code 😔
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My question is, is the frame storage door solid and no rattles, even with a full big water bottle on it?
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Stem: Deda Superbox V2 DCR
Did you use the bearings that came with your frame ? No issue with the deda compression ring ?
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Did you use the bearings that came with your frame ? No issue with the deda compression ring ?
Yes, I used the provided bearings and everything fits well with the compression ring, top cap and spacers. I haven't ordered any additional accessories or parts.
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Here is my Mondince build. No hiccups other than the Lexon bars cracking after torquing to specifications.
Really excited for this! Did a 3h ride yesterday at around 30kmh mixed terrain.
Happy to answer any questions. 6mm allen key pictured
Total Weight: 8215g
Total Cost: $3816 (€3265/£2827)
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LongTeng GV201.
Zen Carbon gravel wheels with 32 mm internal width and 64 mm depth.
Hutchinson Caracal 40. Will be swapped for something significantly wider after my next race, where this should be the fastest option.
SRAM XPLR 1x13 10-46.
Gemini 46t chainring.
Selle Italia Flite saddle.
SPAD Arx handlebar. 37 mm at the hoods, 41 mm in the drops.
It started with the goal of having a bike I was a little less precious about. Something I could commute on, ride gravel trails with in winter, and maybe use for gravel races. But when you know what you want, it doesn’t end up cheap anyway. The result has become a fantastic bike. I didn’t know what to expect from the frame, but so far it has seemed really good. Stiff and comfortable in the right areas. The wheels are absolutely great. The tires are brilliant on asphalt, and good enough for the kind of gravel riding I do if I run them at slightly lower pressure.
Also pictured in touring mode