beSwiss, what is your saddle height? Could you measure the conventional seattube length (bb to toptube) please? Can't decide if I go 52 or 49, concerned about standover and minimal seatpost extension.

Kopyto, saddle height? Is that 52 too?

Thanks guys

Size 54 im my case 

Quote from: Lupus on December 16, 2024, 04:09:59 AM
Hi everyone!
Joining the club.

Hi again,
I completed the build, with the SRAM GX and Rival shifters, and set out to test it around Issyk-Kul Lake (about 450 km), driving around it in two days. The temperature range from -27°C to 0°C. Out of the total distance, about a third was proper asphalt, and the rest was a mess of varying bad conditions (gravel, ice, snow).

The frame performed excellently: solid and responsive. It absorbed vibrations well, even though I used 40mm tires. The only drawback was that the glove compartment lid rattled slightly, and the storage bag wore through to holes due to the lower bottle cage mounts inside the frame.
As for the drivetrain—an absolute delight. Fast, smooth, precise, and not a single glitch the entire ride.
Yes, the weight went up a bit—now 8.8 kg without pedals.

How difficult or easy is it to setup Sram transmission derailleurs? Eagle or Red 13sp.

I haven't even ridden my finished build because Ive been waiting to swap the groupset. It's a shame really.

Quote from: Lupus on January 31, 2025, 02:56:48 AM
Hi again,
I completed the build, with the SRAM GX and Rival shifters, and set out to test it around Issyk-Kul Lake (about 450 km), driving around it in two days. The temperature range from -27°C to 0°C. Out of the total distance, about a third was proper asphalt, and the rest was a mess of varying bad conditions (gravel, ice, snow).

Wow, you're in Kyrgyzstan! I've seen some footage of the Silk Road Mountain Race and the cycling there is breathtaking! Not to mention the Kyrgyz cuisine must taste amazing after a long bike ride! Just thinking about it, makes me hungry! The closest Kyrgyz restaurant to me is in Chicago. 

Nice bike as well! 

Quote from: Angelinho on January 21, 2025, 03:15:23 PM
I finally completed the build of my TanTan GR201
The complete build has been 8,670 kg (pedals included) and this is the whole setup:
- TanTan GR201 frame with seat post kit, integrated handlebar and thru axles. Chameleon white color.
- Easedon wheels 40mm front profile / 45 mm rear profile, 27mm internal width and Pillar Wing 20 spokes.
- Sram Red E1 levers and brakes
- Sram Force cranks with powermeter. Garbaruk 42T chainring
- Sram GX T-Type rear derailleur
- Sram X0 T-Type cassette and chain
- Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45mm front tire
- Pirelli Cinturato Gravel RC 45mm rear tire

I am very happy with the final weight, keeping in mind that due to area in which I live (Alpujarra in Andalucía, Spain) the terrain demands wide tyres and high knobs at least in the sides of  the tires.

The mullet development is also something that suits my area a bit, where there are very, very hard and very long climbs. Perhaps for those with more legs or those who live in a less mountainous area, they can opt for the new 13-speed Force XPLR that is supposed to be released in spring.

I can't train because I'm recovering from an operation, but today I went out for a ride with it and the truth is that the sensations are very good. The bike seems agile and is very, very comfortable.

What was your experience with Tan Tan? Thinking of pulling the trigger very soon

Quote from: jonathanf2 on January 31, 2025, 12:38:18 PM
Wow, you're in Kyrgyzstan! I've seen some footage of the Silk Road Mountain Race and the cycling there is breathtaking! Not to mention the Kyrgyz cuisine must taste amazing after a long bike ride! Just thinking about it, makes me hungry! The closest Kyrgyz restaurant to me is in Chicago. 

Nice bike as well! 

Thank you!
By the way, I plan to ride the SRMR in 2025 (on a different bike, of course )
Come to us in the summer, you will be able to eat delicious and a lot

Quote from: patliean1 on January 31, 2025, 12:05:21 PM
How difficult or easy is it to setup Sram transmission derailleurs? Eagle or Red 13sp.

I haven't even ridden my finished build because Ive been waiting to swap the groupset. It's a shame really.

Easier as ,,classic" derailleurs. Just follow the steps from the official SRAM installation video. My only issue is that the removal of the rear axle is a l little bit fiddly. I have to push it from the drive side with e. g. a bit to get out. That was mentioned here on one of the first pages.

I've finally built my frame. I'll post a few photos and impressions of the build shortly. Did my first ride today, I have an r8170 rear brake calliper with a 140mm disc. I've now noticed that the pad or the calliper is too far away, so the pad only grips about 75% of the brake disc. Has anyone noticed this yet?

Did you remove the 160 mm adapter?

Quote from: Uberflo on February 01, 2025, 09:37:40 AM
Did you remove the 160 mm adapter?

Yes, new Brake calipers Always come without. No Adapter.

Quote from: patliean1 on January 31, 2025, 12:05:21 PM
How difficult or easy is it to setup Sram transmission derailleurs? Eagle or Red 13sp.

I haven't even ridden my finished build because Ive been waiting to swap the groupset. It's a shame really.

Quote from: bikercu on February 01, 2025, 08:00:44 AM
I've finally built my frame. I'll post a few photos and impressions of the build shortly. Did my first ride today, I have an r8170 rear brake calliper with a 140mm disc. I've now noticed that the pad or the calliper is too far away, so the pad only grips about 75% of the brake disc. Has anyone noticed this yet?

It sounds like the 140mm rotor is it too small and you need a 160mm

Special color painting available.

A little sneak peek. I'm almost done with paint, the storage cover was a bit tricky. The fork isn't pictured, but it matches the headtube color/effect.
Last minute decision to add some logos and forego any kind of texture on the white portion. Working on the stencils now, should be ready to paint them on and add a couple final coats of clear in the next couple days.