so 18mm and 21 mm inner width in 2026 that is a bold choice, and 25mm as does everybody else, cheaper. And the same crappy OEM hubs as everybody else, good luck

@BeR there are plenty of options with wider internal width, my favourite tire is the Conti GP Urban which is only available in 35mm and I dont want it to be wider due too internal rim width. Hence the question. (by the way I have been riding the 35 S TR and though they measure a lot faster on BRR they ride a lot slower - i did countless back to back tests)

@serenade: thanks but the 395g is the superlight version with a low rider weight limit. I dont like OEM Hubs because a) they are crazy loud and b) they are superlight meaning for anyone heavier than 65kg riding perfect tarmac all the time they just wont last long. Literally plenty of threads in every bike related forum where people have experienced this

But thanks again, any input is appreciated

Do you guys know of rims with 22 internal and 35 external? Serenade has something close but they are 445g at 45mm depth.

+ if anyone recommends wheelsets only if they are available with dt swiss or bitex hubs.

thanks!

Quote from: adam900710 on May 05, 2026, 05:26:50 PM
And a final rant, again not against you, but the whole Chinese frame OEMs.
I have definitely spent too much money on Chinese frames, enough money to directly buy a good frame from big brands, e.g. Specialized Aethos or the recent Chapter2 RIRA.

exactly my sentiment, i hesitated to spend money so far and after reading all the problems people have its not worth it. Here in Europe I can get a brand new Cube Nuroad Frame for 900 Euro. On local classifieds people often sell barely ridden big manufacturer bikes/frames for not much more.

Same with wheels current trend 50 depp 24 steel spokes or even fewer carbon ones. Reported lack of lateral stiffness (check out Rides of Japans latest vid on the Zen Carbon crap) and horribly noisy hubs. They all offer the same.

I tried to order a 28 spokes asym wheelset from Deerobust and Carbonbikekits with Bitex 312 Hubs. They wont offer it or they charge a premium. LB is really overpriced and what people dont seem to understand with the Airia Wheels - achieving this light a rim using T700 and T800 the sidewalls have to be paper thin or the amount of resin has to be reduced.
So for the same price (or even cheaper compared to LB) I can get a brand new Reserve Wheelset cause there are plenty of folks who buy a Cervelo and swap the wheels.

Chinese OEM is moving in a wrong direction imho and I would rather spent a little more money for a much better product.

Hello Rex, are there any options for a seatpost with setback? This is the only reason that prevents me from ordering one. Thank you!

and proprietary seatpost without setback option is a no go for me

Are there any seatpost options with setback available?

was hoping for a frame with a less sloping top tube

Disc Brake Centerlock adapters - ultralight


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thanks everybody good to know, i was looking for frames that are advertised as having 35mm clearance

Looking for lightweight road frames (sub 1kg) with 35mm max Tire clearance.

Carbonda 505 is too heavy and 42mm TC. Aside from Longteng LTK266-D-SL which other options exist?

Thanks!

My favourite commuter Bike (Trek Zektor) has a Alu Fork with Steel steerer (straight 1 1/8th) weighing in at 2 lbs.

Would love to swap for a carbon fork but I cant seem to find one that has a narrower shoulder cap. I would need 44mm but all that I can find are 50mm or 48mm.

Tire clearance should be 35mm + Disc Brake Mount.

Any ideas?

Thanks

Tideacebike

damn that Cannondale Super X would be a dream

looked a bit further, apparently there is a T47 Version of the Spcycle G-20.
Almost identical geo to the 696 without the sloping head tube and lighter weight.

Update: they replied back - there is NO T47 Version, dang it.

Now have to decide between a LB Airia 32 or the BTLOS WRG36 Wheelset.

Longteng and Spcycle quoted shipping to Europe for 140 USD including Tax vs Carbonda 195 USD without Tax.

Hello everyone,
looking for alternatives to the 505 SL Frameset. + Carbonda is overpriced for what it is nowadays (shipping + Paypal fee + paypal crappy currency exchange rate + customs).

My favourite geo would be the 696 but not keen on the weight and the super sloping top tube.
The biggest problem seems to find a frame that does allow for 2x mechanical shifting and that does not have a crazy tire clearance (I ride 35mm)

Frames I have lookend into so far:

Longteng LTK028 - Front center too long at 620mm
Tantan GR040 - too heavy at 1200g

Tantan GR039, Tantan GR060, Light Carbon LCG071 - not bad but I do not trust long term durability of those seat post tubes.

Currently riding the Cube Cross Race SL (aluminum frame) in size 56. Their current carbon offerings dont allow for 2x mechnical + geo has gotten weird.

Basically looking for a CX carbon Frameset at or under 1100g in size 56. Threaded BB, round seatpost tube and 2x mechanical setup.
(Wheelbase should be 1025mm or longer). Tire clearance nor more than 42.

Any ideas appreciated, thanks!