Tideace NEW Gravel Frame: GR201

[Eddy-haideli]

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[Requiem84]

As an update for this situation: first I received a proposal for a $50 discount if I accepted the frame with the terrible paint job, which is hilarious considering I paid 8x more for the specific custom paint, so I refused.

So the conclusion: since I still want the paint I requested and the Chinese holidays are coming soon, they will restart production again, but now the frame won't get shipped until half of March.
Keep in mind I paid at the end of November...

Also apparently they now do not paint the plastic lid/cover anymore, since they can't guarantee it will close correctly.
Kinda weird to be honest, but I accepted to get the lid in black now (initially I asked and got an OK for a painted lid).
I didn't want to overcomplicate things, since they're already struggling with basic requests.

I'm kinda mad cause I had all the parts coming in now and was ready to build it up for the first race at the very beginning of March, but now I'll have to wait almost 3 months just to start building it....

At this point I just hope they finally understood what I actually requested.

For the other people that have already asked Tantan for a paint: you need to talk to them like you would with toddlers or a bot like chatGPT.

Basically you have to make sure they get all the instructions point by point, because if there's anything you've left for granted, there's a chance they might fuck it up unfortunately.

Ah that sucks big time.

Tbh, I would ask for a raw carbon frame and do the paint at a local paintshop.

[patliean1]

You can run eTap road 2x with 40c (41.5mm measured at the rim). For sure on dry roads. Can probably fit 42-44 on Shimano 2x. I really don't need anything wider than 38/40s within a 4 hour drive. The gravel around here is packed and tamed.

This is my temporary setup for now...

[gloscherrybomb]

This is my temporary setup for now...

Nice. I'm kinda confused why you went for this frame though with such a  roadie setup, as the tyre width, UDH and geo are the standout features. If you are only going 40mm and 2x the range of available frames to suit becomes very big indeed. Is it to future proof for more technical gravel?

Great job on the Nero show btw.

[patliean1]

Nice. I'm kinda confused why you went for this frame though with such a  roadie setup, as the tyre width, UDH and geo are the standout features. If you are only going 40mm and 2x the range of available frames to suit becomes very big indeed. Is it to future proof for more technical gravel?

Great job on the Nero show btw.

Thanks!
What happened was when I was almost finished with the build, I just so happened to strike a deal for the new Red XPLR.

1. Waiting for the Sram Red 1x13 XPLR groupset that I ordered to arrive. Hopefully in a couple of weeks.
2. Once installed, I'll be running either a set of Pathfinder Pro 47 or Conti Terra Speed 45 paired w/ 58mm deep FarSport wheels.
3. In the meantime I still would like to be able to test ride the bike and dial in my fit. 2x and 40mm tires are just stuff I had lying around.

[c74]

@patliean1

Can you elaborate further on your body measurements (inseam and height) in conjunction with and sizing of the frame, saddle height and cockpit setup.
I'm hesitant on either a 54 or 56 on this frame, and usually ride a ~56 on road/gravel with a saddle height of ~77-78cm

Care to share your thoughts?

[fhill]

@patliean1

Can you elaborate further on your body measurements (inseam and height) in conjunction with and sizing of the frame, saddle height and cockpit setup.
I'm hesitant on either a 54 or 56 on this frame, and usually ride a ~56 on road/gravel with a saddle height of ~77-78cm

Care to share your thoughts?

Maybe I can help, I'm having the same decision in terms of frame size.

I'm sitting at 75 cm height. I tend to take the 54 frame, because of its steeper seat angle and slacker steering angle, therefore being a bit more stable in terms of steering. But I will need around 3cm of spacers to get in my favorable position in terms of bar height. This would be way easier with the 56.

I don't think there is a right or a wrong option for you, if you want to go more in a road racing position even the 52 frame could be an option (has the same reach as the SL8 in 56)

[Angelinho]

You can run eTap road 2x with 40c (41.5mm measured at the rim). For sure on dry roads. Can probably fit 42-44 on Shimano 2x. I really don't need anything wider than 38/40s within a 4 hour drive. The gravel around here is packed and tamed.

This is my temporary setup for now...

That looks beautiful and clean! Congrats for the build!

Were you able to solve the issue with the stock expander plug? Or did you have to use something different? I'd like to have all the stuff prepared before the frame arrives and if it didn't work for you I'd love to know what do I need to have everything perfect.

Another doubt: can you tell us the metrics of the mounting bolts around the frame? I have already 6 M5 X 10mm but I have doubts about the length that they have in the seat stays and the fork.

Looking forward that Red XPLR build!

[gloscherrybomb]

Thanks!
What happened was when I was almost finished with the build, I just so happened to strike a deal for the new Red XPLR.

1. Waiting for the Sram Red 1x13 XPLR groupset that I ordered to arrive. Hopefully in a couple of weeks.
2. Once installed, I'll be running either a set of Pathfinder Pro 47 or Conti Terra Speed 45 paired w/ 58mm deep FarSport wheels.
3. In the meantime I still would like to be able to test ride the bike and dial in my fit. 2x and 40mm tires are just stuff I had lying around.

Now that sounds like a setup! I have the Evo5/6 wheels on my road bike. I've also got the Yoeleos (gifted) which I would probably put on the gravel bike over the Farsports because of the steel spokes, however I got Peter from the forum to build be some wavy gravel wheels instead.

Would love to try the Red AXS XPLR but also can't really fault either the Ltwoo or Wheeltop... wheeltop now the chosen one because of better 50T support.

[kubackje]

You can run eTap road 2x with 40c (41.5mm measured at the rim). For sure on dry roads. Can probably fit 42-44 on Shimano 2x. I really don't need anything wider than 38/40s within a 4 hour drive. The gravel around here is packed and tamed.

This is my temporary setup for now...

You only think You don't need wider. Once you try something like 45 you'll never got back to 40. I guarantee

I can personally recommend TuFO thundero

[Eeee]

Is there a dedicated fender eyelet at the seatstay junction? Apparently there are two rack eyelets, but nothing for fender mounting there. I wonder(hope) if there is one facing downward, on the underside of the seatstay junction.

[Uberflo]

There is one insert behind the bottom bracket for fenders.

[Jouke Bosma]

Let me know what you think  I have enjoyed my @canyon Grizl for three years and I will certainly continue to do so. But the Grizl is an all-rounder that does not excel in pure speed. That's why I decided to build a new gravel bike.

After an extensive search for a suitable gravel frame, I came across @Tideace. They have been supplying very nice gravel and road frames for years and the N.O.A.H. gravel immediately caught the eye. A modern geometry with a robust look.

Build the complete bike last week and today the first test ride. First feeling: "how fast and direct this bike is". I'm completely turned now! This is what I am currently looking for in a gravel bike.
I will share som building tips on my Instagram account. @cyclewithjouke in the weeks.

Below you will find the complete setup:

Frame: @Tideace NOAH
Handlebar: Lexon Unox 40cm gravelbar
Wheels: @zipp 303 s XPLR
Tyres: @Goodyear 45mm XPLR slicks
Groupset: @Sram XPLR
Front chainring: 40t @alugear
OSPW: @Novaride
Saddle: @prologo Scratch M5 Nack (Carbon)
Pedals: @Garmin rally

[patliean1]

Hot dang! Now that is a gravel build. And extra kudos on the Nova Ride OSPW. Thanks for sharing!

I assume the cassette is a 10-44t?

Any issues with tire side wall cuts on those Goodyears paired with the XPLR Zipp Wheels? I have not heard great things about those tires from both consumers and even Sram employees.

[Jouke Bosma]

Hot dang! Now that is a gravel build. And extra kudos on the Nova Ride OSPW. Thanks for sharing!

I assume the cassette is a 10-44t?

Any issues with tire sidewall cuts on those Goodyears paired with the XPLR Zipp Wheels? I have not heard great things about those tires from both consumers and even SRAM employees.

Thanks!

It is indeed a 10-44t cassette. I always ride this cassette with a 40 or 42 front chainring.

For now, I am really impressed by the wheels in combination with these tires. I have not seen any issues so far.