Quote from: gloscherrybomb on December 28, 2024, 01:42:54 PM
Can someone explain to me what the difference is between tantan and Tideace?

I think Tantan is the manufacturer, Tideace is a reseller but i'm not sure

Quote from: Shmee on December 24, 2024, 09:33:30 AM
Finally finished my Tantan build

Nice bike, looks like mine 

First Ride today.

Today it was shitty weather, rain, stormy wind but i want to ride my new GR201 and yeah despite of the weather it was Great !!! I did 54k on it.
My impressions:
- Bike fits me realy well, I have size 54 and 110/38 handlebar and i'm 1.83m. I was doubting about the size 54 or 56 but i'm gladd to make the choice for the 54. It feels like my road bike S-works SL8 size 56 so thats fine.
- Bike feels solid and not a single rattle or creak was heard. Frame feels stiff
- I haven't weighed the frame yet, but it feels oke, I expected it to be much worse. I don't have a measuring device to weigh it so ...
- The handlebar from Tantan HB047 size 380x110 feels good, nice flat section for the hoods where you rest the palm of your hands. Also stiff no much flex.
I do not understand why they have a insert to clamp it.... It fits but was a bit of a hassle to get it right. Also sharp edges on the inside for the cable routing when you pull the cable through, but certenly for the price a good bar. I have no play in the headset but did not checked it after my ride. I did changed the top bearing for a 7mm , I found the space between the top cab and frame too large
- I ordered the frame from Tantan because it compared to the other providers but for me the best deal and they had a raw carbone in stock which was important for me to have it as quickly as possible, the order was problem free at Tantan. Lisa was easily accessible. emails were answered quickly due to the time difference.
Delivery was complete, spacers, bearings and tool bag

Overall I am very satisfied with the bike and built. It is my 3rd open mold frame and I can say that the quality of this frame is the best so far. The build was relatively problem-free, except for a few minor issues.  I compared many frames with each other, but I always ended up with the GR201 because it is the most complete frame for now (In the open mold frames)The post from Gloscherrybomb was also an eye opener for me and a reason for me to order the frame and i don't regret it so far

Holy crap. You have me hyped for my build.
Details on those wheels and tires please.
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Thank you and hell yeah finish your bike, you won't regret it 

The wheels are from lightbicycle https://www.lightbicycle.com/700C-road-bicycle-rims-28mm-wide-55mm-deep-symmetric-clincher-road-disc-brake-available.html
With Hope hubs.
Very nice wheels to ride

Tires are Panaracer Gravelkings SK+R45 mm.  https://www.panaracer.eu/products/gravelking-sk-r-line-tlr-gravel-tyre

Built finished and ready to rumble 
Did a small test ride and first impression is GREAT !!!, feels verry solid and stiff but too short to get a real good judgement but is promising 

Build in progress

Frame arrived yesterday, ordered it 6 november arrived yesterday with dpd  to the Netherlands
Can't wait to start with the build, but painting first

Everything was well packed, also tool bag was included

I ordered it in raw carbon to speed up the ordering process. Plan is to paint it so i can start the build.
last parts arrived today.

Overall finish of the frame looks good, time to put  together

What about the handlebar, i see two types. Which one is the one they selling when you order the frame now?
The A9 HB017
https://icancycling.com/collections/handlebar/products/integrated-handlebar-hb017
And the one on Matt's bike

Quote from: FHS on April 03, 2021, 10:59:41 AM
This.

I have the TanTan version of the Velobuild 099 and, If I had it to do all over again knowing what I know now, I probably would shell out the extra cash for the A9 just to get the ACR Metron set-up out of the box. The HB-010 handlebar/stem, or whatever Velobuild calls it, is a real pain in the ass. Having installed just parts of the ACR headset as replacements for the stock headset parts, it's already a better set-up than stock.

That being said, I like the frame, but, I have no basis for comparison to the A9 as far as racing goes.

Thats a real good point Matt and FHS, can you explain me what so much better is about the ACR headset ?

Nice Bike !, enjoy your ride

Quote from: Matt_C on April 01, 2021, 07:55:36 AM
I can't speak for velobuild but I have built multiple A9s and they have all been rock solid. Had a friend of mine test ride my A9 yesterday, he usually rides a madone and he said he would take the A9 over a madone for crit racing any day. Although the madone is known to be a bit of a "boat". He did say the A9 felt "stiffer and harsher" than the madone but the madone has ISO speed for comfort.

Thank you Matt, I believe the A9 is a real good frame but is it worth the money against the Velobuild ? I think no one knows this answer unless you can compare them one the same track, equal setup....

What is the best option geometrie wise to choose.

I'm looking for a hard core racer!

I'm opting for a Ican Aero A9 or a Velobuild R-099/ R-168(2021 frame)

Prices:
Ican frame $855,-- shipping $120,-- total $ 975,--

Velobuild $ 479,-- shipping $ 141,-- total $ 620,--


looks like the Velobuild has a 90 degree angle stem so it is more upwards,but I don't think that there s a lot of difference between them exept the price 

Please let me know why the Ican or the Velobuild is the right option ?

Quote from: Matt_C on March 30, 2021, 04:17:43 PM
No, this is the store.

￡252.48  28%OFF | ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset ENT UCI Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling
https://a.aliexpress.com/_v3BUkt

Thank you!. I like the glossy look of the rims, but they're not available right now 

this one?
https://nl.aliexpress.com/item/4000785143852.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.521db517n52wgQ&algo_pvid=b5d44a09-29aa-4bed-a330-b77c767bf8be&algo_expid=b5d44a09-29aa-4bed-a330-b77c767bf8be-33&btsid=2100bde316171374795671733e1cc0&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_

Quote from: Matt_C on March 30, 2021, 04:05:33 PM
It's pretty hard not to find them. They are the biggest wheel.seller on AliExpress. Just type in "carbon wheelset" and sort by the number of orders and they will show up.

I could find them, but what is the exact type you have