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I can't say enough good things about the Ceccotti RF25/SPCycle G056 gravel frame which are exactly the same frameset, but different vendors. I picked up my RF25 from the Surprised Store on AliEx. Paint was good, bottom bracket was smooth and the internals were clean. The frame has survived rainstorms and the desert with no issue. It's very solid, but not overly heavy. Mine was about 1150g in small. I think the XS would fit you well, though I'd double check with the seller. The geometry is quite slack, so I think it would accommodate a suspension fork quite well. It has plenty of rack mounts and if running 1x GRX, I think sub 8kg or even low 7kg is doable with this frameset and the right wheelset.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806071494498.html

I'd also recommend Easedon wheels on AliExpress. They built me sub 1100g climbing wheels and I've been eyeballing their asymmetric gravel wheelset as well. They allow quite a bit of customizing as well. No issues with my wheelset, they work great.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256807911065375.html

Does anyone know if Easedon has a website where I can order or a contact email? I'd have already ordered the wheelset but in Aliexpress only HR and XD Bodies kann be selected and I need an Microspline.

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Looks good! will it stay full white?
I ordered one earlier this week, I hope it will get here quick as I have someone waiting on it...
Will do a custom professional paintjob - nothing fancy.
This one will get a flatbar and suspension fork. the fork will raise the front raised by 30mm. Not ideal but that's what it is going to be.
I wanted to go with the G020 but the G068 geometry is better suited in this case for the flatbar setup and sizing up by one size.

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Thanks a lot for the input! I did end up ordering the SPcycles G068. I took me a long to to decide between the three models that SPcycles does. optically I prefer the G020 with the dropped seat stays but it is very high and short. for this short rider I needed a frame with less horizontal top tube. The G056 to be honest is optically less pleasing to I went for the G068.
Would have gotten the Easedon too based on the recommendation, but I need a microspline body. I asked them if if is available and haven't heard back yet (only just asked).

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Thanks for the Input Tijoe. That is a relevant point. However here we are well past the point if Gravel or MTB. I've than them all, Gravel bikes that look like MTBs and and MTBs that look like gravel bikes. They are all cool and the there is no clear boarder between what is a Gravel Bike and what is an MTB anymore.
As mentioned above and in my original post. I'm looking for a decent gravel frame for a lightweight rider.

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Hi There, I'm new here...
I'm sure there are similar threads, leading me there might help too.
I'm looking to get a gravel frame for lightweight and short woman (163cm, sub 50kg).
it will be leisurely riding (possibly even flatbar), no racing. Some might call it endurance riding.
Criteria:
- no problems
- rack mounts
- reasonably lightweight
- tire ideally up to 45mm. maybe 40mm will do.
- Price < Euro 1000 all inn (frame only).
- internal routing would be nice, but not necessary.
- will be built with mechanical GRX 810 1x12.
- unpainted
- delivery in max. 4 weeks, shorter helps

The bike will be built with a suspension fork (Rock Shox most likely).
I have the option to buy a new OPEN UP (1st gen) in Size S for EUR 1200 - so keep that in mind as a reference.

Ideally I'd like to get a light weight gravel wheelset too. shallow (max 30mm), does not have to be super wide, but min 23mm inner width would be good. Here weight is really important too.

For both I want something solid. No huge experiments. Price is second priority, but cannot spend big bucks either.
I've had good experiences with other direct form CN products in the past (rims long time ago, forks, etc...), so looking for this option here as brand awareness of the rider = 0.

Your input is well appreciated. Many thanks!

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