TanTan X68 - Is a CHEAP Frame and EXPENSIVE Components Enough?
Patrick Lino
12. Oktober 2025
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TanTan TT-X68
RahmenTanTan TT-X68
Erstellt: 10. Oktober 2025The reviewer presents a detailed review of the TanTan X68 frame set, which they describe as a 'bootleg Tarmac SL8'. They built it with high-end components to test its performance against premium Western brands. They state the bike is very comfortable, 'just as fast' and stable in crosswinds as a genuine Tarmac SL8, and looks good with a fantastic paint job. However, they criticize the fit and finish, specifically the 'horrible' facing and caliper mounts, which required sanding and still cause disc rub. They note the frame lacks the stiffness and immediate acceleration feel of more expensive bikes like the Tarmac SL8, Scott Foil RC Pro, Giant Propel, or Canyon Aeroad. After a week of riding, they estimate it achieves 70-75% of the genuine Tarmac SL8 experience for a fraction of the frame price, and predict it might feel closer to 80-85% over time.
KI-Zusammenfassung
Pros
- Very comfortable ride, with a slight edge in comfort over the genuine Tarmac SL8.
- Just as fast as a genuine Tarmac SL8.
- Stable in crosswinds.
- Paint job looks fantastic in the sunlight.
- Overall proportions look really good.
- The build turned out well and was mostly easy aside from the caliper mounts.
- Not a noodle and not sloppy; stiff enough for most recreational riders.
- For the price, getting 70-75% (potentially 80-85%) of a genuine Tarmac SL8 experience is 'pretty good'.
Cons
- The worst fit and finish of any frame the reviewer has featured on their channel in five years.
- Terrible facing and caliper mount areas, making it impossible to align calipers without sanding.
- Disc rub persists, especially on the rear, even after sanding.
- Lacks stiffness compared to premium bikes like the Tarmac SL8, Scott Foil, Giant Propel, or Canyon Aeroad.
- Does not have the same 'oomph' or immediate acceleration feel when mashing the pedals.
- The seat post required tightening to 10 Nm instead of the displayed 6.2 Nm.
- Buyers should expect to put in 'sweat equity' to address manufacturing flaws.
Key Points
- Frame is described as a 'bootleg Tarmac SL8'.
- Price point is $600-$700 USD for the frame set.
- The reviewer's size 56 build weighed 7.1 kg ready to ride.
- The BSA bottom bracket area was good and accepted the bottom bracket without issue.
- The caliper mount facing was the primary issue, requiring careful sanding.
- Ride quality is comfortable, fast, and crosswind-stable but not ultra-stiff.
- Estimated to be 70-75% of the way to a genuine Tarmac SL8 experience.
- Suggests pairing it with premium components (like stiff wheels) to compensate for frame stiffness.
Kaufen
TanTan Superlight 836g Disc Road Bike Frame TT-X68 BSA Bottom Bracket Max Tire 700*28C With Integrated Handlebar
TanTan Super light Disc road bicycle carbon frame Bike 700*32C Full Toray T1000 Flat mount brake frameset YS9448+YS3073 TT-X68
TanTan Ultralight 836g disc brake road bike frame TT-X68 unpainted (BSA bottom bracket) – supports tires up to 700*32C.
TanTan Superlight carbon frame 836g Disc Road Bike Frame TT-X68 BSA Bottom Bracket Max Tire 700*28C With Integrated Handlebar