Ok the following companies make gravel framesets with internal storage: specialized, trek, canyon, rodeo labs, orbea
Any Chinese or other direct to consumer companies offer internal storage?
Really like the new canyon grizl but I can’t get onboard with black and tan paint job, the orbea terra is available as a frameset with customized paint; however, looking at $3k. So wondering if there’s some alternative options out there…
The frame mentioned here is used by a brand in China called Shotwind, and the model is called Raze. Shotwind has a deep collaboration with TRINX, indicating that this frame is likely a joint development between them. As an ODM frame, other brands can also use this mold for their own branded versions.
The relationship between "LightCarbon", Shotwind, and TRINX is not very clear. It is possible that LightCarbon is an independent factory brand separate from the two, or there may be a deep cooperative relationship between them.
In summary, this is a gravel frame with built-in storage space that is available as a low-budget option. When used under the Shotwind brand in China, it is priced at 5,999 Chinese yuan, which includes the default paint and hardware accessories.
Below are their website addresses, as well as some actual loaded pictures for your reference.
I also found a new frame from Yishunbike, which like the Raze, features a rear suspension design and also includes a storage box. The price is unknown.
Not really interested in the suspension aspect because it comes with a significant weight penalty. My search is for a gravel frameset that includes a storage box. Interesting that it seems like the direct to consumer companies (ican, velobuild, yoeleo, carbonda, etc.) don’t offer the storage box option.
Not really interested in the suspension aspect because it comes with a significant weight penalty. My search is for a gravel frameset that includes a storage box. Interesting that it seems like the direct to consumer companies (ican, velobuild, yoeleo, carbonda, etc.) don’t offer the storage box option.
However, it seems that currently in China, these frame designs can typically be found in ODM factories, which often combine built-in storage with rear suspension. I recall that Enve's Mog and SantaCruz also have corresponding frames, but unfortunately, the prices are likely too high.
Fabio you seem pretty knowledgeable about these companies, can you give a rundown about Airwolf? They are all over eBay and Amazon, and they have some framesets that are reasonably priced, decent weight and frames with “adventure” to “racing” geometries. But I can’t find any reviews… could you trust thier frames, carbon stems and handlebars?
Fabio you seem pretty knowledgeable about these companies, can you give a rundown about Airwolf? They are all over eBay and Amazon, and they have some framesets that are reasonably priced, decent weight and frames with “adventurhey are all over eBay and Amazon, and they have some framesets that are reasonably priced, decent weight and frames with “adventure” to “racing” geometriesometries. But I can’t find any rey reviews… could you trust thier frames, carbon stems and handlebars?
Well, I have indeed seen this brand on Alibaba, but I don't think I've ever seen anyone in Chinese forums buying their frames. It seems that it's mostly overseas players who purchase from them. I came across discussions about their frames on another forum.
I couldn't find the exact company behind this brand on domestic websites, and I have reason to believe that they may not have the actual capability to manufacture frames but rely on purchasing open mold frames to operate. Because I saw several frames that looked very familiar, and in China, I can buy similar frames in a simpler and cheaper way while enjoying better after-sales service.
In summary, I don't recommend trying out such a factory brand with little scale and reputation. It would be safer to start with factory brands like Carbonda, Yishunbike, Lightcarbon, and the like.
The frame mentioned here is used by a brand in China called Shotwind, and the model is called Raze. Shotwind has a deep collaboration with TRINX, indicating that this frame is likely a joint development between them. As an ODM frame, other brands can also use this mold for their own branded versions.
The relationship between "LightCarbon", Shotwind, and TRINX is not very clear. It is possible that LightCarbon is an independent factory brand separate from the two, or there may be a deep cooperative relationship between them.
In summary, this is a gravel frame with built-in storage space that is available as a low-budget option. When used under the Shotwind brand in China, it is priced at 5,999 Chinese yuan, which includes the default paint and hardware accessories.
Below are their website addresses, as well as some actual loaded pictures for your reference.
