Hi All, here's my update.


I ordered this ICAN A9 with the goal of having an "aero" carbon bike with electronic mech and power and carbon everything at a reasonable price. I have a commuter and a gravel bike, both with mechanical 1x and mechanical disc brake and external cable so this was a really different experience building it.


The build:


Frame : ICAN TriAero A9 (54cm)


Handlebar/stem: comes with the frame, ICAN hb25, blade-R (400x100)


Wheel: Lightbicycle A45 with novatech hubs (older wheels I had for a while. Love them)


Groupset : Ltwoo eR9


Crank/power meter: Magene PES 515


Saddle: Ryet Carbon 3d print (Seems to be very comfy from this first ride)


Bottom bracket: Gynea (Token Ninja style, but from AliExpress)


Tires: Specialized Turbo Pro 700x30


I rode my first little ride with it. Here's are my impression:


Building the bike:


An all internal routing bike is very different thany other all external bikes. It required way more preparation and time. I'm happy I bought the magnetic internal routing tool. Also, I can't imagine doing an integrated handlebar/stem if I had mechanical shifting. I loved the fact that the Ltwoo eR9 shifter are wireless.


Also, I know why my other bikes are all 1x. Front derailleurs are such a pain in the ass to adjust correctly.


Also the seatpost that comes with the A9 is dreadfull. I don't think I can change it since it's a "aero" shape seatpost, but the adjustment system is terrible and it's heavy. Once all is installed, it's ok. It's not a deal breaker, but if I could change it, I would.


First ride:


I only did a 40k, so my review doesn't mean much and I'm sure I'm biased, but it felt so quick. I never owned an "aero" bike before. The slight shift in my position and I guess the aero shape of the frame seemed to really make a difference. When getting up, the frame felt snappy and not flexy. The ride didn't feel harsh, but then again all my other bikes are aluminum, so what do I know? The frame was silent. No cracking or rattling.


Anyway, happy of the build so far, especially for the price. I hope I'll still be happy after more miles

Hi All,

I've been looking at this frame for a while and finally pulled the trigger. I was hesitating between the A9 and the Flyee, but it's mostly flat where I live and a more aero did make a bit more sense (and I preferred the look of the A9). I went full Chinese for this build. I wanted carbon everything and electronic shifting without having to spend over 5000$ (CAD). I received everything except the frame. I'll keep you posted when I'll receive it. Here's the details of my build:

Frame: Ican tri-aero A9 (from aliex ICAN store, they had a good deal and I don't have to pay additional duty fee with aliex shipping)
Handlebar+stem: ICAN hb25 integrated handlebar (comes with frame)
Wheels: Lightbicycle AR46 on novatecs hub. (I had them for 5 years now, really like them)
Crankset: Magen PES515 with 52-36 chain wheel
Groupset: Ltwoo eR9

Let me know if you have questions or tips. I'll update when I'll have the frame.