The frame is the soul of the bike

For riders, it is very important to have a good frame for their bike, because the frame, as the skeleton of the entire bicycle, determines and affects the correctness and comfort of the riding posture to the greatest extent.

Of course, the material of the framesets will also affect the rider’s riding experience to a certain extent. Here, I strongly recommend one of the best road bike frames of trifoxbike: X10TA made of carbon fiber.

Carbon Road Bike Frame X10

carbon fiber raw materials for X10TA are derived from Toray T800 high-quality. The carbon fiber is flexible on the outside and rigid on the inside. It is lighter than aluminum alloy, but has more strength than steel. It has the characteristics of corrosion resistance, shock resistance, and high modulus. It is important material and is always used in national defense, military, and civilian applications. It not only has the inherent characteristics of carbon materials, but also has the soft processability of textile fibers. It is a new generation of reinforcing fibers that has many excellent properties.

The frame adopts one-piece molding technology, so that the frame has a good force distribution performance. And the high-rigidity geometric structure of the frame makes the stability of the frame, the lateral rigidity of the front fork, the rigidity of the bottom bracket, and the comfort of the frame all achieve harmony and unity, the frame incorporates every tube and every detail into aerodynamics and ergonomics. The design concept is to reduce the hand offset from the tube shape, enhance the lateral rigidity, and provide pedaling efficiency, more like A comprehensive and high-performance tank, its advantage lies in its compatibility.

Carbon Road Bike Frame X10

Its available colors are red/camouflage/white, red symbolizes unrestrainedness, courage, and fighting spirit, camouflage symbolizes glory and firm belief, and white symbolizes peace and holiness. I believe that these colors of the frame can meet your expectations for the bike you assemble yourself.

Feel free to check our trifoxbike official website to know more details.

Sports bicycle handlebar classification knowledge

When many riders buy bicycle bars for their bike, they will fall into trouble, not knowing which type of handlebar is suitable for them. The following is a brief introduction to the common types of handlebars on sports bicycles and their uses. Straight handle:

1. Straight handle:

It is mostly used for lightweight mountain bikes. Although it is called a straight handle, the straight handle is not a completely straight line, and usually has a certain back-folding angle-the seat effect of this back-folding angle is very large, which can be used by the rider to accurately Subtle angle adjustment, so as to get the most comfortable control feeling during riding.

Carbon Flat Bar FHB100

2. Swallow handle:

Named for the shape of a swallow that spreads its wings. Swallow handlebars are used in a wide range of applications, from urban recreational bikes and touring bikes to heavyweight downhill bikes. However, the swallow handles for different purposes are very different in terms of length and rising angle. For example, MTB Bikes require a riser handlebar with a length of more than 700mm, while the handlebars used by some recreational bikes are shorter, have a higher rise angle, and bend more backward to a certain extent, so that the rider can obtain a more comfortable riding position.

Carbon Riser Handlebar RHB300

3. Claw handle:

Named for its resemblance to a horn, it is mostly used for road bikes in large group races, and many long-distance travel enthusiasts also use horn handlebars. Claw handlebars usually have three grip positions: the “upper position” in the straight position of the handlebar, the “lower position” in the curved and arched position, and the “hand position” at the joint of the hand change.

4. Horn handle (airplane handle, TT handle):

Aluminum alloy (steel) horn handlebars are mostly used for old-fashioned (or retro) track bikes and time trial cars (TT cars). Born to tell the sprint.

5. Butterfly handle:

Mostly used for long-distance travel bikes. The butterfly handlebar has multiple grip positions, which can help riders gain more riding positions during long-distance cycling trips so that the body will not be overworked by maintaining the same riding position for a long time. Many cyclists’ butterfly handlebars are also used in conjunction with rest bars.

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A road bike frame for women

Women’s body shape and muscle composition are very different from men’s. Although not everyone meets these criteria, women are generally more flexible, weigh less, have lower elevations, have wider ischial tuberosities, narrow shoulders, shorter arms, and have a larger leg-to-torso ratio …and these all affect the setting of road bikes. Even a man and a woman of the same height will not choose exactly the same frame due to differences in body proportions, flexibility, muscle strength, and other factors.

Therefore, many powerful bicycle brands have begun to separate women’s models from the traditional frame design. Even bicycle brands that do not launch women’s models will agree that female riders do need smaller bikes frame, targeted women’s saddles, and narrower handlebars.

You might as well have a look at the women’s frame bike sold by trifox: X8TA. Especially the pink one, which is loved by women.

Carbon Road Bike Frame X8TA

Thru-axle disc brake Carbon Road Bike Frame X8 is a 700C Road Bike Frame, available size in 48cm/51cm/54cm/56cm, has the following characteristics:

(1). Trifox X8 adopts a carbon fiber integrated molding process, three-dimensional guide type integrated aero pipe type, internal routing aerodynamic propel design, full sense of strength, the combination of sports and equipment aesthetics, and the special processing method of carbon fiber makes the frame without Joint gaps, with consistent visual aesthetics that other frame materials don’t have.

(2). The internal routing design, the wiring from the upper tube of the frame head, is simple and beautiful.

(3). The carbon fiber raw materials are derived from Toray T800/T1000 high-quality. The carbon fiber is flexible on the outside and rigid on the inside. It is lighter than aluminum alloy but has more strength than steel. It has the characteristics of corrosion resistance, shock resistance, and high modulus. It is important material and is always used in national defense, military, and civilian applications. It not only has the inherent characteristics of carbon materials but also has the soft processability of textile fibers. It is a new generation of reinforcing fibers that has many excellent properties.

Carbon Road Bike Frame X8TA

(4). Ultra-light carbon fiber front fork: the aerodynamic design of breaking wind, taking into account lightness and strength, riding faster and more comfortably.

(5). Carbon fiber windbreaking aero Seatpost: The lay-back drop-shaped tube design, with a smaller windward surface, effectively reduces the wind resistance of cycling and makes riding more enjoyable.

(6). Hidden Seatpost clamp, beautiful and fashionable.

(7). 2-year warranty service.

Of course, X8TA is not only suitable for women, its other two colors matching red/yellow are also suitable for men to buy.

Feel free to check our trifoxbike official website to know more details.

The importance of bicycle handlebars to the rider

Bicycle bars are an important part of bicycle parts. Although it does not affect the performance of the bicycle, it can greatly affect the rider’s comfort and the rider’s riding safety. The cycle handlebar is the main part of the bike that steers and steers while riding. It can also support one of the three support points of the human body when riding. Therefore, the handlebars are very important for the rider.

When riding, be it long or short, road or off-road. The first thing to consider is the performance of the bike, or how much control and flexibility the rider has over the bike. Since each person’s physique is different, the selection of handlebar specifications is also different. Generally speaking, the wider the handlebar and the longer the stem, the more comfortable the bike will be.

Of course, this length is defined according to the actual physique of the rider. Long-term use will produce a certain sense of muscle fatigue, resulting in muscle fatigue. However, using good materials to make bicycle handlebars more ergonomic can alleviate this symptom of muscle fatigue to a certain extent, allowing the rider to ride longer and get a better ride experience.

28.6mm Carbon Integrated Handlebar RHB200

Here, you may wish to take a look at the 28.6mm Carbon Integrated Handlebar RHB200 from trifoxbike, this carbon bike bar has the following features:

1. Trifox Carbon Fiber Handlebar RHB200, 3K Weave with a gloss finish, Max Length size is 800mm.

2. Integrated Handlebar RHB200 is perfect for Mountain Bike.

3. Suitable for the fork tube with a diameter of 28.6mm.

4. Available logo in Multiple Color Options, Gray, Green, Red, and Silver.

5. Available Stem Lenght in 80mm, 90mm, 100mm, and 110mm.

Of course, this is just one of the carbon bike bars of trifoxbike. If you want to know more about bicycle bars, please go to the official website of trifoxbike.

Before and after riding, what are the points of eating

For some riders, the emphasis will be on water, calories, and protein, but for riders participating in the race, salt and sodium intake are also important. If we look at the timing of replenishment, what should we pay attention to before, during, and after riding?

Bike Water Bottle Holder CBC200

1. Eat calories and protein before riding

Before riding, you should focus on carbohydrate intake. Rice, bread, steamed bread, noodles, biscuits, and other high-carbohydrate and low-fat foods can provide body heat, but digestion takes 1-2 hours, so it should be eaten in advance.

Foods with low GI (glycemic index) are better, such as oatmeal, cereal, whole-wheat bread, and beans, so many racers will eat a cereal bar for breakfast, because cereal bars are good for digestion. It can provide fiber, have a more solid sense of satiety, stabilize blood sugar, and prevent hunger and hypoglycemia during exercise.

2. Focus on water and heat while riding

The most immediate thing in cycling is the loss of energy and water, so it is necessary to replenish water and heat regularly and quantitatively. The point of drinking water is not to wait until you are thirsty, but to drink it regularly. For example, in long-distance and long-term riding, you should drink about 600c.c of water in an hour, and drink it once when the time is up, which is about 100c.c of water with 2 mouthfuls of water every 10 minutes.

Here we recommend our Bike Water Bottle Holder CBC200 from trifox, this water bottle cage has the following features:

(1). Help you to place the water bottle on the bike.

(2). Made of carbon fiber, super light.

(3). Sturdy structure, prevents deformation and damage.

(4). Suitable for varied types of bikes, including mountain bikes and folding bikes.

I Believe it can make you have a better riding experience.

3. Post-ride protein and vitamin C

Supplementing protein after riding can help muscle generation, metabolism, and repair, such as fish, lean meat, milk, eggs, etc., or whey protein products on the market, pure protein is better absorbed, low in calories, and high in protein and fat, to help repair muscles.

In addition, it is recommended to eat vitamin C, E, and carotene with antioxidant effects, which can eliminate the free radicals produced by the increase in oxygen consumption during exercise. Foods rich in vitamin E include nuts such as almonds, peanuts, and walnuts.

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This article lets you understand the advantages and disadvantages of carbon fiber as a bicycle frame material

Carbon fiber is a high-strength and modulus high-temperature resistant fiber, which is a high-end variety of chemical fiber. It is mainly composed of carbon atoms and is about 5-10 microns in diameter.

To create carbon fibers, carbon atoms are bonded together in the crystals, and the parallel alignment of the long axes of the fibers gives the carbon fibers a relatively high strength-to-volume ratio. Thousands of carbon fibers are bundled together to form a fiber bundle that can be used alone or woven into a fabric.

Carbon fiber as a bicycle material has the following advantages：

1. Extremely lightweight:

Carbon fiber road frames of around 1200 grams have been seen everywhere. Since the mass of carbon is only 1.6 grams per cubic centimeter, it is no longer a dream to make a frame of about 1 kg.

2. Good shock absorption performance.

Carbon fiber can effectively absorb shock and maintain good rigidity. This feature allows carbon fiber bicycles made from it to travel on very steep mountain roads

3. Frames of various shapes can be made.

Different from the manufacturing process of general metal frames, carbon fiber frames are generally first made of molds, then put carbon fiber sheets on the molds, and finally cemented with epoxy resin. This manufacturing process can use aerodynamics to create a frame with minimal wind resistance.

At present, the main shortcomings of this material are the following shortcomings:

1. Complex stress calculation.

The carbon fiber frame is composed of carbon fiber, which is characterized by strong tensile strength, but weak shear strength. Complex stress calculations (longitudinal rigidity and transverse rigidity) are required during processing, and carbon fiber sheets are overlapped and formed according to the calculation.

Generally speaking, the impact resistance of the carbon fiber surface is quite good, but the puncture resistance is very poor. That is to say, it doesn’t matter if you fall horizontally and vertically, but you are afraid that you will encounter one or two sharp pebbles during the horizontal falling and vertical shooting.

2. The price is expensive.

Compared with titanium alloy, the price of a carbon fiber frame is even more expensive. The price of the top carbon fiber frame is tens of thousands. This is mainly because the production process of carbon fiber frames requires a lot of manual work, and the scrap rate is very high, resulting in a large increase in cost.

Feel free to check our trifoxbike official website to know more details.

A brief introduction to one of our best road bike frames: X8TA

Trifox Road Bike Frame X8TA is one of the best road bike frames that adopts a carbon fiber integrated molding process, three-dimensional guide type integrated aero pipe type, internal routing aerodynamic propel design, full sense of strength, the combination of sports and equipment aesthetics, and the special processing method of carbon fiber makes the frame without Joint gaps, with consistent visual aesthetics that other frame materials don’t have.

The internal routing design, the wiring from the upper tube of the frame head, is simple and beautiful.

The carbon fiber raw materials are derived from Toray T800 high-quality. The carbon fiber is flexible on the outside and rigid on the inside. It is lighter than aluminum alloy but has more strength than steel. It has the characteristics of corrosion resistance, shock resistance, and high modulus. It is important material and is always used in national defense, military, and civilian applications. It not only has the inherent characteristics of carbon materials but also has the soft processability of textile fibers. It is a new generation of reinforcing fibers that has many excellent properties.

The accessories it comes with also have the following characteristics:

Ultra-light carbon fiber front fork: the aerodynamic design of breaking wind, taking into account lightness and strength, riding faster and more comfortably.

Carbon fiber windbreaking aero Seatpost: The lay-back drop-shaped tube design, with a smaller windward surface, effectively reduces the wind resistance of cycling and makes riding more enjoyable.

Hidden Seatpost clamp, beautiful and fashionable.

Feel free to check our trifoxbike official website to know more details.

Advantages of carbon fiber bicycle handlebars

Carbon fiber is a high-strength and modulus high-temperature resistant fiber, which is a high-end variety of chemical fiber. It is mainly composed of carbon atoms and is about 5-10 microns in diameter. To create carbon fibers, carbon atoms are bonded together in the crystals, and the parallel alignment of the long axes of the fibers gives the carbon fibers a fairly high strength-to-volume ratio. Thousands of carbon fibers are bundled together to form a fiber bundle that can be used alone or woven into a fabric.

The reinforced plastic made of carbon fiber is strong and light in texture, resistant to high temperature, radiation, water, and corrosion. Therefore, it is one of the good materials for making bicycle handlebars.

Carbon Integrated Handlebar RHB200

At present, carbon fiber bicycle handlebars are widely used. Compared with traditional handlebars, it has the following advantages:

(1). Lightweight

First of all, carbon fiber contains no metal, and one of the things metal is known for is its weight. Even the most commonly used aluminum alloys are very light, but in order to achieve sufficient strength, the tube wall of the aluminum alloy handle has to be made very thick, which increases the use of material and thus increases the overall weight.

However, the rigidity of carbon fiber does not lie in the diameter of the tube wall. Forming of carbon fiber: The carbon fiber cloth is immersed in the resin and then bonded layer by layer. The weaving direction and density of the carbon fiber determine its lightweight, aerodynamic and comfortable performance.

(2). Reduce vibration and muscle fatigue

While carbon fiber can be made very hard, it is very brittle. The carbon fiber handlebar absorbs high-frequency vibrations from the road, providing considerable resilience in the face of larger impacts, but still retains the characteristics of full rigidity and precise control.

Using traditional hard aluminum alloy handlebars, the rider’s body becomes a shock absorber that absorbs the micro-shocks of the road. Although these micro-shocks may seem non-existent, they will produce noticeable fatigue after hours of riding. Sending all the energy to the rider’s legs is where speed is king.

(3). Improve comfort through shaping

The unparalleled comfort of carbon fiber handlebars is not only the shock-absorbing characteristics of carbon fiber. For example, the wing-shaped upper handle is used to provide better support for the palm, and the complex 3D curved shape creates perfect ergonomics, allowing the wrist, palm, and fingers to be compliant and comfortable to grasp the direction. Increased comfort also means you can ride faster and farther.

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The manufacturing process of carbon fiber frame

What we call carbon fiber is actually a composite material with carbon as the main material, and carbon fiber composite material is not the only material in bicycle frames, rims, and carbon bars. This is because the ultra-high rigidity of carbon fiber is a prerequisite for the process. When the material is a 100% carbon fiber composite material, it is very fragile and has a tendency to tear in the fiber direction. In order to exert its rigidity, the carbon fiber (cloth) is dipped in epoxy resin before molding, forming a composite material.

However, the carbon fiber contained in the carbon fiber resin is expensive, generates a large amount of CO 2 during the production process, and is difficult to handle, so the environmental load is high. Therefore, methods of recovering and recycling carbon fibers from used carbon fiber resin moldings are being studied. Carbon fiber recycling is beneficial to the production of carbon fiber frames.

Manufacturing steps of carbon fiber frame

(1).

The first is to weave yarn and make carbon yarn into carbon fiber composite materials of various specifications. The process of weaving yarn is similar to weaving cloth, that is, carbon yarn is woven into various carbon cloth raw materials through mechanical weaving according to technical standards, and then carbon The cloth is soaked in the corresponding resin solution and then dried and molded to fix the carbon cloth. It is interesting that in order to prevent the deformation of the carbon yarn, it is sometimes stored in cold storage.

(2).

The carbon yarn is scientifically cut, and each piece of carbon cloth is marked in detail. Each carbon fiber frame is made of hundreds of different carbon cloths. Large pieces of carbon cloth will be roughly cut into sheets that are easy to handle. A-frame is made up of more than 500 individual carbon cloth collages. Each model requires a specific type of carbon cloth, and even if the same mold is used, the amount of carbon fiber cloth varies.

(3).

Once again, it is the coil material, that is, laying the cut carbon fiber prepreg on the core material in a specific order and angle to make it initially have the shape of the frame, waiting for the next step of curing, the coil material operation of the Ruibao factory is closed. It is carried out in a clean room, and the environmental requirements are very strict. Since some commercial secrets and technical patents are involved, only a small part of the complex process can be seen here.

(4).

Entering the forming stage is to place the rolled product in the forming die and extrude it at a high temperature. The carbon fiber die is also a link where technology and cost are concentrated. It is necessary to ensure that the die and the frame have the same thermal expansion rate, which is important to ensure the frame. Accuracy plays a very important role, especially in today’s increasingly demanding manufacturing precision of bicycles.

(5).

For the parts that cannot be integrally formed, they are formed by special glue between the parts, and then fixed into a complete whole by high-temperature baking. At this time, the glued frame will be clamped on a special carbon fiber fixture and sent to the curing oven for curing. When the curing process is completed, the frame can be taken out of the curing oven and removed from the fixture.

(6).

Finally, the frame is hand sanded and refinished, drilled, etc. After sanding and trimming, the frame is ready for final painting and decals, with wet transfer decals being done before varnishing. Then a beautiful and powerful carbon frame is complete.

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Best MTB Frames for You to Build Your Dream Bike

There is a wide variety of bicycle frames available online for each different cycling discipline, from MTB to gravel, to touring. Some frame styles have barely changed over the decades, while others incorporate modern design technology that has only emerged recently.

It’s important to buy the correct frame for the riding style you intend to partake in, otherwise, you could end up damaging your frame or injuring yourself. Here we examine the differences between each type of bike frame and the riding style that they’re intended for.

While most bicycles are built around a specific geometry that serves a certain purpose – there are always many more factors in play. Factors such as materials, design, fork travel, and many more make the bicycle whole. While each of us has our preferences in terms of how the bike should feel, there’s a lot that can be adjusted from frame to little details around it.

Best Hardtail Mountain Bike Frames

Hardtail MTB frames are considerably less complex than full-suspension frames. Although newer models have advanced geometry, hardtail MTB frames typically look like early mountain bikes. They consist of a traditional bike frame with two triangles split by the seat tube and a suspension fork on the front.

Depending on the style of riding the bike is intended for, hardtail MTBs have varying head and seat tube angles. This is largely to do with the amount of travel in the fork, which is usually more if the bike is intended for downhill riding.

Best Full-suspension Bike Frames

Full suspension mountain bike frames are the most complex of bike frame designs, with the most moving parts and mechanical components. They consist of two separate frame triangles on the front and rear, connected by pivots and links so that each one can move individually.

Connected to the front triangle and a pivot point on the rear triangle is a coil or air-sprung shock absorber. Rather than directly under the seat like on a motorbike, this suspension design pivots from the center of the bike so the rider doesn’t flip over forward on steep descents. When combined with a front suspension fork, this provides the best possible suspension that you can get on a bicycle.

These are the main points for choosing the best mountain bike frames to build your dream bike, feel free to visit our official website to get more info: https://www.trifoxbike.com/