The reviewer discusses the TAVELO Arow Road Bike Frameset as a modern, aerodynamic frameset with a mix of design influences from various high-end road bikes. They highlight its weight, tire clearance, and stiffness, while noting the lack of publicly available aerodynamic data.
AI-Summary
Pros
Lightweight (1,157g for the bare frame, 382g for the fork)
Good tire clearance (officially up to 32mm, but can fit 33-34mm tires)
Stiffness is excellent for sprinting and accelerating
Aerodynamic design inspired by high-end bikes like the SL8, Giant Propel, and Canyon Aeroad
Premium quality compared to other direct-from-Asia frames
Cons
No publicly available aerodynamic data
Aerodynamic performance is speculative based on design similarities
More expensive than some other direct-from-Asia frames
Key Points
Size 540 (equivalent to an aggressive size 56)
Weight: 1,157g (frame), 382g (fork)
Tire clearance: Officially 32mm, but fits up to 34mm
Aerodynamic design with speed sniffer head tube and deep forks
The reviewer discusses the TAVELO Arow Road Bike Frameset, highlighting its updated layup and paint job. They note significant improvements in ride quality compared to the previous version, describing it as more lively and responsive.
AI-Summary
Pros
Updated layup improves ride quality, making the bike more lively and responsive
Stunning Neo Blue paint job
Good geometry, especially when slammed at the front
Available in standard and ultra-light versions
The reviewer loves the new version compared to the previous one
Cons
Previous version felt numb and not as fast as it should be
Standard version is heavier than the ultra-light version
Key Points
Updated layup, especially around the front of the bike
Two versions available: standard (race) and ultra-light
Neo Blue paint job is only available in the standard version
Reviewer mentions sacrificing weight for the paint job
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