Chinese Carbon MTB Forums
News:
Happy Holidays!
See likes
See likes given/taken
| Post info | No. of Likes |
|---|---|
|
Re: Carbonda Gravel Carbon frame CFR707
Firstly I apologize for my approximative English. I finally finished the buildup of my new gravel bike. If it may help, as I found plenty of useful information on this forum, here is my contribution. The configuration of the bike is as follow: • Bike frame: Carbonda CFR 707 size L paint color RAL 7001 • Frame protection: clearprotect all over the frame and fork • Bottom bracket: Shimano ultegra SM-BBR60 • Thru axles: Carbonda • Front & rear shifters and brakes: Shimano GRX ST-RX600 and BR-RX400 • Rear derailleur: Shimano RD-RX810 • Front derailleur : shimano FD-RX810 • Crankset : Shimano FC-RX810-2 31-48, length 172.5mm • Cassette: Shimano SLX CS-M7000 11-42 • Chain : KMC X11EL • Shift cabling : cable housing Shimano SIS SP41, shift cables BBB speedwire BCB-36 and internal housing damper • Handlebar: Ritchey comp butano 44cm • Handlebar tape: Lizard skins DSP V2 3.2mm • Stem: Deda superbox 80 mm • Headset: Carbonda plus compression ring Deda DCR 45x45 • Saddle : Selle italia flite boost gravel Ti 316 superflow • Wheels : o Rims : Mavic A1022 o Hub : ZTTO R2 o Spokes : sapim Race o Tires : Hutchinson Touareg reinforced tubeless 700x45 o Disc brake: Shimano RT-MT800 160mm (x2) For the assembly I had no specific issue except the difficulty to find the appropriate stem in order not to have a huge gap just above the frame. I finally went with Deda superbox, which associated with the handlebar Ritchey Butano does permit to run the brake hoses fully internally in the stem and the handlebar, whereas the shift cable are semi integrated. I run the rear derailleur cable fully protected in its hosing from lever to the rear derailleur. I also protected the cable housing (shift and brake) with rubber damper to prevent any noise during ride. I just have a little issue concerning the difficulty to adjust the brake caliper, as I still have very little disc brake chafing. I will see if after a little use I manage to adjust it properly otherwise I will have to grind the brake caliper mounting surface for the frame and the fork. In the here above presented configuration and without pedals the bike weight is 9.325kg. October 20, 2024, 01:51:03 PM |
1 |
|
Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
Let me report my experience with aliexpress floating rotor and ceramic pads. I experienced a couple of intense ride with my gravel bike (70+70km) (dry condition but steep downhill...) and few easy training (less than 100km...) with the annex rotor + brake pads (ceramic) Braking was quite nice and constant but after less than 250km Rotor 160mm brand new 1.8mm to 1.6mm Brake pads: brand new 4mm, now 2.9mm The "investment" was less than 20euros....but the duration was really bad The descent was kinda XC/downhill but I'm 73kg and not "hanging" to the brake, I'm experienced motocross and enduro so I can let the bike flow. https://it.aliexpress.com/item/32835002612.html?src=google&pdp_npi=4%40dis!EUR!4.16!4.10!!!!!%40!10000001225497617!ppc!!!&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=272-267-0231&isdl=y&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&aff_platform=google&aff_short_key=UneMJZVf&gclsrc=aw.ds&&albagn=888888&&ds_e_adid=&ds_e_matchtype=&ds_e_device=c&ds_e_network=x&ds_e_product_group_id=&ds_e_product_id=it32835002612&ds_e_product_merchant_id=107460811&ds_e_product_country=IT&ds_e_product_language=it&ds_e_product_channel=online&ds_e_product_store_id=&ds_url_v=2&albcp=20730495829&albag=&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=false&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8_KOg7_tiwMVzKmDBx1OaxYaEAQYASABEgKjmPD_BwE https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005006420393967.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.43.739348311hmazu&algo_pvid=c0274aa4-c7ac-48b8-a541-726cb2dca5e4&algo_exp_id=c0274aa4-c7ac-48b8-a541-726cb2dca5e4-21&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22113%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21EUR%2115.20%210.97%21%21%21112.69%217.23%21%40%2112000037102735394%21sea%21IT%210%21ABX&curPageLogUid=DdYUFbp7sqvG&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A March 03, 2025, 02:46:52 AM |
1 |
Re: Serenade 4550 Wavy Wheelset SUB 1200g steel spokes 500USD
Mine arrived on 02.04.2025, ordered on 12.03.2025. Communication via WhatsApp was very good, also regarding technical questions (for instance, I wanted to know if and which third-party freehubs are compatible, DT Swiss are, which now I can confirm Freehub compatible DT Swiss, The weight under 1200 g, Since it was a little on the soft side, we ultimately chose a weight that would work for most people, Our primary focus is to eliminate potential misunderstandings and provide reliable wheel performance. For those particularly concerned about weight, customized solutions are available upon request. In addition to reducing the weight of the rim, the weight of the spokes is equally important. April 04, 2025, 04:27:08 AM |
1 |
Re: Any thoughts on the 145% Chinese tariff on purchases?
Strong advocate for the tariffs. Hopefully our companies make more of an effort to manufacture goods locally now. Sucks we can't get our frames as cheap anymore, but it's a price we have to pay to Make America Great Again. Z. You're an idiot. No one is going to start manufacturing in the US. Even brands that started in the US and recently moved manufacturing to Asia said they are not coming back. This will only lead to higher prices and small brands closing. April 28, 2025, 08:03:16 PM |
1 |
|
Re: Quick Pro GR:One - First one in the wild? build suggestions / hack to 2x
Put on a new Rival XPLR 13s... Don't mess with front derailleur clamp and setup.. July 03, 2025, 04:34:04 AM |
1 |
|
Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
Few things I picked up recently that I am VERY pleased with for the quality and price. RXL bar. It has cable routing groove under the tops for easy routing!!! https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003831894325.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.83.172e1802DBoxby ElitaOne Carbon Stem (great combo with the above bar) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008562710359.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.101.172e1802DBoxby&tblci=GiATyNuZ97LzOk3RuLsw9eQGuPfXmc2EjXkVosAfqTlLCSDA9m4or8CawNHT-JwTMOTOPQ ULLICYC integrated bar (love it for the short reach and the small drop) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008543319770.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.107.172e1802DBoxby&tblci=GiATyNuZ97LzOk3RuLsw9eQGuPfXmc2EjXkVosAfqTlLCSDA9m4or8CawNHT-JwTMOTOPQ Under Garmin power bank / light combo (you can charge your computer if you run out of juice) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007874333912.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.192.172e1802DBoxby VXM Rotors https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008336441514.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.119.172e1802DBoxby July 04, 2025, 08:35:25 AM |
1 |
|
TOUR DE fRANCE
Tomorrow the Tour de France starts in my city. Lille is located near Belgium. I see that the first Tour de France took place in 1903. Note that the winner Maurice Garin covered the Lyon - Paris stage (467 km) at an average speed of 27.8 km/hour with a .......20 kilogram bike on roads whose quality is easy to imagine. That was just a thought. Have a good ride everyone
July 04, 2025, 01:49:31 PM |
1 |
|
Re: TOUR DE fRANCE
Oh, so you’re literally Van Rysel? (For my Dutch friends out there?) A bit cold maybe, but what a beautiful city! No carbon frame, no wind tunnel, no wide IW rims, no electronic transmission, no hydraulic brakes — and worst of all, no oversized jockey wheels — and yet, they still made it. Respect! July 04, 2025, 03:27:40 PM |
1 |
|
Tideace GV202 Full Suspension Carbon Gravel
Hey there, I won the frame in the Tideace lottery (other thread). According to them it will take some time until it’s ready to be shipped but since patience is not really my strength I would like to think about a built list already. Will not go crazy on that one but are willing to spent some bucks. Would be happy to discuss components with you, especially in regards to to fork/rear shock. Ideas so far: Frame: Tideace GV202 Groupset: SRAM Mullet Fork: ?? Rear Shock: ?? Wheels: Nextie 6 Spoke Handlebar: Lexon Unox Saddle: Bigrock Seatpost: not sure if a dropper makes sense?! Tires: Schwalbe Thunderburt or Conti RaceKing Pls share your thoughts. Br Alexander July 10, 2025, 07:56:53 PM |
1 |
Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
Some recent purchases: That's a lot of coin for an ali skinsuit/roadsuit. The Castelli SanRemo has had a build like that since introduction, to facilitate pee breaks. Its a feature, not a defect. July 17, 2025, 07:06:01 PM |
1 |
...). Weight is 1226 g (with SRAM freehub), which is a bit disappointing, as I was also hoping for a sub 1200 g wheelset. At the moment they are set up with GP5000s and ridenow tubes. Mountain tires, rotors, freehub, etc. went smoothly.