I built up one of these Chinese frames last year, with a Force groupset, in a similar mindset. I wanted to find out if these frames really were the hidden gems that some forums suggest, and if a light-ish, cheap-ish, and reliable bike could be possible. And building bikes is fun.
I managed <7.6kg for <£1,300 with all new parts and it hasn't exploded yet, so a success of sorts.
I built up one of these Chinese frames last year, with a Force groupset, in a similar mindset. I wanted to find out if these frames really were the hidden gems that some forums suggest, and if a light-ish, cheap-ish, and reliable bike could be possible. And building bikes is fun.
I managed <7.6kg for <£1,300 with all new parts and it hasn't exploded yet, so a success of sorts.
Good luck