Why This $1,700 Chinese Frame Is A Threat To Specialized | NERO Show
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Why This $1,700 Chinese Frame Is A Threat To Specialized | NERO Show

NERO Cycling

June 30, 2026

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Little known Chinese brand XMCS launch an aero bike that is testing as fast as some mainstream market leaders. Black Inc and Zipp launch new wheels, Giant updates the Revolt gravel bike and we discuss weight loss on the bike.

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Chapters
00:00 intro
00:45 TAVELO WHEEL ISSUES
07:05 XMCS AERO BIKE
14:46 WIND TUNNEL RESULTS
33:31 WHERE DOES THIS LAND?
40:00 NEW BLACK INC CARBON WHEELS
49:02 NEW VALUE ZIPP WHEELS
57:02 NEW GIANT REVOLT
1:00:01 HOW TO LOOSE WEIGHT
1:18:15 DOG OR FAST BIKE

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XMCS VRT
Frame, Fork, Clamp, SeatpostFrame

XMCS VRT

Created: May 06, 2026
1 other review for this part

The reviewer discusses the XMCS VRT frame and wheels, noting that the wheels have a problematic spoke lacing pattern (radial lacing on the rear disc side) which is known to put more pressure on spokes, leading to a spoke breaking within a month. The reviewer lost confidence in the wheels and cannot recommend them, suggesting they should be avoided. The frame is described as having a slender head tube, T47 bottom bracket, UDH, and tire clearance up to 34mm measured (likely fitting 38mm measured tires). The frame is priced around $1,700 USD for frame, fork, and seatpost, or $1,900 with handlebars and custom paint option.

AI-Summary

Pros

  • Frame has T47 bottom bracket
  • UDH compatible
  • Can fit up to 38mm measured tires
  • Custom paint option available
  • Uses FSA ACI headset system for wide stem/handlebar options

Cons

  • Wheels have radial lacing pattern on rear disc side, which is weaker
  • Spoke broke within a month of use
  • Reviewer lost confidence in wheels and recommends avoiding them
  • Wheels cannot be relaced due to spoke hole drilling
  • Frame's head tube design may affect aesthetics (bearings sit above top tube)