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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components on Chinertownabout 2 hours ago
Tavelo ArdenThe Tavelo Arden is a lightweight aero road frame with 40mm tire clearance (claimed 34mm in some sources) and UDH, expected under $2500 with handlebar. Medium frame claimed 650g, fork 340g, BSA bottom bracket, higher stack than Arow. Users discuss pricing concerns, resale value, and expanding local support.
AI Summary
Pros
- Lightweight frame (650g medium) and fork (340g)
- Wide tire clearance (40mm or 34mm) for versatility
- Higher stack than Arow, suitable for endurance/all-road
- UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger) for future compatibility
- BSA bottom bracket for easy maintenance
- Growing local dealer network in Europe (Belgium, Germany)
Cons
- Pricing likely high for a Chinese frame, expected under $2500 but still considered expensive by some
- Low resale value compared to Western brands
- Limited local support in many regions
- Tire clearance discrepancy: claimed 40mm in some sources, 34mm in others
- Potential cannibalization of Tavelo Arow sales
- Busy paint schemes may not appeal to all
Key Points
- Medium frame claimed weight: 650g
- Fork claimed weight: 340g
- BSA bottom bracket
- UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- Tire clearance: 34mm (claimed) or 40mm (reported)
- Higher stack than Tavelo Arow
- Expected price under $2500 with handlebar
- Name: Arden (from Skyasports Instagram and TaveloSG)
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