Quote from: crazyravr on August 26, 2026, 01:31:42 PM
How / where did you order? How did you get in touch with them? I am tempted by this too but the website doesnt even load for me.

I recognize your name from RFD! Lol

You can purchase the frame directly on Alibaba. They will send an invoice.

Here was mine:

ACE3 Carbon frame Red & orange : US$535/set (extra $20 for the paint color)
Thru axle : US$5
Bottom bracket : US$15
DDP shipping : US$230

Total amount US$785

Production time estimate is around 2 months, and shipping time approx 10-12 business days.

Quote from: jimbobcob on August 26, 2026, 02:02:15 PM
Is there any way around the MOQ of 2?

They let you buy one individual frame as well. I checked with them.

They said the price of shipping is the same for getting two frames delivered. So if you have a friend who wants a frame too, you can buy 2x for the same shipping.

Tempted, even though i don't need a new bike! What are the handlebar options?

Quote from: snack on August 26, 2026, 03:21:16 PM
They let you buy one individual frame as well. I checked with them.

They said the price of shipping is the same for getting two frames delivered. So if you have a friend who wants a frame too, you can buy 2x for the same shipping.

That's great to know.. Very interesting! I look forward to you getting yours!

Quote from: snack on August 26, 2026, 03:19:19 PM
I recognize your name from RFD! Lol

You can purchase the frame directly on Alibaba. They will send an invoice.

Here was mine:

ACE3 Carbon frame Red & orange : US$535/set (extra $20 for the paint color)
Thru axle : US$5
Bottom bracket : US$15
DDP shipping : US$230

Total amount US$785

Production time estimate is around 2 months, and shipping time approx 10-12 business days.

yes, alibaba directly!
same for me. But I opted for standard raw carbon

Quote from: ricchirock on August 27, 2026, 04:16:30 AM
yes, alibaba directly!
same for me. But I opted for standard raw carbon

So you can get one in raw carbon without the logo?

Quote from: Leon1234 on August 27, 2026, 05:32:51 AM
So you can get one in raw carbon without the logo?

I didnt ask about no logo, I mean I opted for standard graphic. They are open to color change and customizations paying for it and with longer times.

For those of you who have built up the ACE III, how hard was the cable routing and headset work?

Quote from: ricchirock on August 24, 2026, 07:58:20 AM
they confirmed stack is 524 on 490. Based on this and on the cheap price I ordered the frame

what height are you?
Trying to figure out my size for 175cms height.

Has anyone tried if a 35c tires can fit in this frame even the description says 30c maximum?

Quote from: Dark17 on September 07, 2026, 10:58:49 PM
Has anyone tried if a 35c tires can fit in this frame even the description says 30c maximum?

From the geometry chart, it says it supports 32c...maybe 35c will fit.

I didn't notice that on the alibaba link itself so I assume the maximum tire it can take is 30c. Other than that, I think this is a pretty interesting bike.

Quote from: Dark17 on September 07, 2026, 10:58:49 PM
Has anyone tried if a 35c tires can fit in this frame even the description says 30c maximum?

I don't believe anyone has the frame in hand yet. (Long lead times)

attaching frame and handlebar geometry

Quote from: ausmtb8989 on September 07, 2026, 03:25:40 PM
what height are you?
Trying to figure out my size for 175cms height.

I'm 170 and I choose 49. My saddle height is 67 cm from BB, so I was in doubt if to go on 460, but I would have to use handlebar spacers. I hope to can use the 490 without any spacer.