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Chinese Gravel Bike Build Part 2 - Seraph Tantan GR201
The GR201 Seraph new Gravel carbon fiber Toray T800 and T1000 carbon frame with storage space Blow molding technology is not mentioned in this video.
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The BEST Chinese Carbon Gravel Bike Frame? Seraph Tantan GR201 Initial Review
The reviewer discusses the Saraf GR201 gravel bike frame, which is a carbon gravel frame with internal storage, wide tire clearance, and an integrated handlebar. They mention it's made in China and cost about $750 USD shipped. The frame features internal cable routing, fits up to 50mm tires, and includes internal down tube storage for accessories. The reviewer highlights its performance on various terrains, including road, gravel, snow, and ice, and praises its stiffness and responsiveness. However, they note issues with the headset spacers and peeling logo.
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Pros
- Cost-effective at $750 USD shipped
- Full carbon construction
- Internal cable routing
- Wide tire clearance up to 50mm
- Internal down tube storage for accessories
- Stiff and responsive performance
- Good for mixed surfaces including road, gravel, snow, and ice
- Round seat post for easier replacement
- No creaks from the seat post
- Multiple bosses for bike packing
- Fast and smooth on tarmac
- Fun to ride
Cons
- Peeling Seraf logo on the down tube
- Integrated cockpit makes adjustments difficult
- Headset spacers require brake line disconnection for adjustments
- Not the lightest bike
Key Points
- Carbon gravel frame
- Internal storage
- Wide tire clearance (50mm)
- Integrated handlebar
- Made in China
- Internal cable routing
- Round seat post
- Multiple bosses for accessories
- Blow molding technology (implied by internal storage)
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