Chinese Carbon Thread

[Dubber]

Hi all

 

Anyone have the IP-032 frame from XMIplay?  Any reviews.  Can't seem to find too much info on this particular frame.  It looks fairly new (2014 model) so was wondering if there were any out in the wild yet...

 

Thanks!

 

http://www.xmiplay.com/ProductDetails1684

[Rider3000]

the 032 road frame from XMIPlay looks good, would want to see it as complete build!!

[Dubber]

the 032 road frame from XMIPlay looks good, would want to see it as complete build!!

yeah, me too.  Preferably before I pull the trigger on one :-)

[Paul Ruinaard]

Hi,

 

Busy planning my next build - I am looking at a 27,5 frame. Has anyone bought one.

 

If so what reviews.

 

BTW - anyone ever seen a Chinese Carbon Tandem frame....?

 

 

 

 

[Mongoose!]

Just wait for the postal strike to end. Other shipping methods are expensive. With current strike it will take forever.

[janemy]

yeah, me too.  Preferably before I pull the trigger on one :-)

I found this frame on Alibaba: http://xmiplay.en.alibaba.com/product/1993706799-213566546/2014_Newest_T800_super_light_carbon_road_bicycle_frame_700c_bike_carbon_frame_road_lightweight_carbon_bicycle_frame.html

[janemy]

Hi,

 

Busy planning my next build - I am looking at a 27,5 frame. Has anyone bought one.

 

If so what reviews.

 

BTW - anyone ever seen a Chinese Carbon Tandem frame....?

You can consider 27.5" frame IP-136, size 16"/18"/20", rear hanger 135mm/142*12mm axle, you can contact XMIPLAY peter to buy!!

[RABUBI]

Below is a pic of my 26" hardtail frame I bought on e-bay for 250 USD at the time

 

Had it now for almost 5 years and used as my training bike to spare the 29er

 

Converted over a year ago to 650b with a lefty 26" fork and still ride it every day

 

Up to now never had any issues, and I tried my best to break it. Done a few stage races and still do the odd race now and again on it.

 

Must say even though I love my 29er I have a lot of sentimental value for this bike.

 

Also a tip to get rid of the "BMX feeling" when getting on a 26er or 650b from a 29er. Make sure the handlebar width are the same. Most 29ers come out with 700mm and older 26ers and 650conversions still has the narrower bars.

[Dubber]

the 032 road frame from XMIPlay looks good, would want to see it as complete build!!

Built up IP-032 - picture supplied by IPlay.  

 

I think I may pull the trigger on this one ;-)

[JGR]

Can someone assist me or advise on which size would be suitable for me.

 

According to my Ergofit I require the following: Effective top tube length of 53.7. Current I ride a 54 but on the diagram I would now need a 51.5? Can this be correct?

 

What is the best way to measure to make sure its the right size for me - im probably just being over cautious

[JGR]

Another question to the seasoned builders - do I take the dura ace (oldish) groupset of my tri bike and buy shifters or get a new groupset and sell the bike with the groupset on?

[Dubber]

Another question to the seasoned builders - do I take the dura ace (oldish) groupset of my tri bike and buy shifters or get a new groupset and sell the bike with the groupset on?

My general opinion is you get more for a built up bike than trying to sell of the individual parts.  Yes, one or two of the parts you might make profit on, but ultimately you always get left with one or two parts that don't sell at the price you expect.

 

In terms of the fitting:  how tall are you?

[JGR]

My general opinion is you get more for a built up bike than trying to sell of the individual parts.  Yes, one or two of the parts you might make profit on, but ultimately you always get left with one or two parts that don't sell at the price you expect.

 

In terms of the fitting:  how tall are you?

Thanks for the input - I am 1,74 Edited September 26, 2014 by JGR

[Dubber]

Thanks for the input - I am 1,74

Just based on your height I would think you are around 52 / 54 cm bike.  Probably not much in it - on a 52 go with a slightly longer stem and on the 54 slightly shorter.  Adjust the saddle accordingly.  

I don't think either would be 'incorrect'.  

 

Just my 2c though...

[JGR]

Just based on your height I would think you are around 52 / 54 cm bike.  Probably not much in it - on a 52 go with a slightly longer stem and on the 54 slightly shorter.  Adjust the saddle accordingly.  

I don't think either would be 'incorrect'.  

 

Just my 2c though...

I currently ride a 52 tri bike and 54 road bike - my question is how would that translate into their frame size as my top tube would be a 51.5 in their sizing.

[Delgado_073]

Advice / help for buying online Aliexpres ?....

 

I orederd a frame from supplier called "greatkeen bike" . First it was a pinarello dogma 65.1 and paid on a modified page for it . Thr process time shipping out within 30 work days .that time ran out and the store said they had production issues. Then i asked if they had stock items . Reviewed list and chose a Spes venge. The store indicated that they would send item within 24 hours . When i checked next day . There was no tracking no , their excuse was it was posted but the shipper did not gove them tracking number. 4 days later tracking number appeared on order.

 

Latest issue , frame according to EMS CHINA has left china but not in South Africa . Trying to raise dispute to cancell but supplier refuses dispute and buyer protection is running out in 9 days and no frame in SA. Any advise .. Seems like im being scammed .

Edited September 28, 2014 by Delgado_073