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The GAScycle Nitrogen is an affordable aluminum road bike frameset made from 6069 alloy, featuring modern design elements like dropped seat stays, internal cable routing, carbon fork, threaded BSA bottom bracket, and flat disc mounts. It offers good value for budget builds, with frame weights around 1340-1365g and complete builds achievable in the 7-8kg range. The frame is praised for its comfort, power transfer, and handling comparable to carbon frames, though it lacks UDH compatibility and has limited size availability. A new UDH-compatible version with high seat stays is now available, priced around 240 euros with improved stiffness and specific accommodations for Di2. This updated model maintains stable handling with geometry similar to the CAAD12 but with a taller stack for a more upright riding position. While customer service is limited, the manufacturer is active on Chinese social media (Red Note) for direct engagement. The frame has some assembly challenges with convoluted cable routing through the chainstay, but overall provides a fun, budget-friendly build option.
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Pros
- Affordable price point with good value for budget builds
- Good ride quality with comfortable feel, excellent power transfer and handling comparable to carbon frames
- Modern features including internal cable routing, dropped seat stays, carbon fork, and threaded BSA bottom bracket
- Lightweight potential with frames around 1340-1365g and complete builds achievable in 7-8kg range
- Made from 6069 alloy which offers improved strength and longevity over 6061
- New UDH-compatible version available with improved stiffness and Di2 accommodations
- Stable handling with taller geometry for comfort, suitable for less aggressive riding
- Passionate small manufacturer with active presence on Chinese social media (Red Note) for direct customer engagement
Cons
- Limited size availability with no frames larger than 54cm
- Lacks UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger) compatibility
- Limited tire clearance with maximum 35c tires confirmed
- Rough welds visible on raw alloy finish
- Shipping restrictions to some countries including US, requiring direct contact with seller
- Convoluted cable routing through chainstay, making rear brake hose installation difficult
- Poor customer service and limited support from the brand
Key Points
- Frame material: 6069 aluminum alloy
- Frame weight: 1340-1365g (size 51cm)
- Carbon fork weight: 430g
- Tire clearance: Maximum 35c
- Seat post: 27.2mm
- Bottom bracket: Threaded BSA
- Cable routing: Internal
- Complete build weight: 7.5-8kg range achievable
- Price range: Budget/affordable (exact pricing varies)
- New UDH version price: ~240 euros with coupons
- Shipping time: 20-45 days for new version
- Additional tax: ~80 euros
- Geometry: Similar to CAAD12 with higher stack
- Manufacturer presence: Active on Chinese social media (Red Note)
Where to Buy
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