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Was my cheap, Chinese, Carbon Fibre bike from AliExpress worth it?
The reviewer discusses their experience with the TRIFOX Full Carbon Fiber Road Bike Frame (model X16TA) purchased from AliExpress for Β£430 including shipping. They highlight that the frame is designed for disc brakes with thru-axle fittings (also available in a QR variant) and comes with a seat post, fork, and all necessary headset bearings. The reviewer mentions initial issues with cable routing holes being at right angles rather than angled, which they fixed by filing. They also note a proprietary seat post design that might complicate replacements. Despite these minor issues, the frame has performed well over 3,000 miles, including long-distance rides.
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Pros
- Affordable price at Β£430 including shipping
- Comes with seat post, fork, and all headset bearings
- Performed well over 3,000 miles including long-distance rides
- Positive after-sales service reports from other customers
- Shares production lines with big-name brands
- Well-packaged for shipping
Cons
- Cable routing holes initially designed at right angles, requiring modification
- Proprietary seat post design could complicate replacements
- Odd purchasing process requiring order cancellation and re-purchase
- No expansion plug included for the steerer
Key Points
- Model: X16TA with thru-axle fittings (QR variant available)
- Full carbon fiber construction
- Designed for disc brakes (accommodates 140mm rotors, but reviewer used 160mm)
- 68mm BSA style threaded bottom bracket
- Includes seat post, fork, and headset bearings
- Proprietary seat post design
Stripping and rebuilding my AliExpress Road Bike
The TRIFOX Full Carbon Fiber Road Bike Frame Bicycle Frameset X16TA Disc Brake Thru Axle Specialized Roadbike quadro carbono mtb 29 is not mentioned in this video.
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