Ciao! How's everyone doing? This is Lorenzo Del Santo.

Today, the time has finally come to reveal the culmination of this project.
Yes, it's the full review of the **"Gravel Bike Assembled with 100% Chinese Parts"**!

"Chinese products are cheap and shoddy," "they break easily."
You often hear such comments, don't you? But is that really true? Or is it just prejudice?

To find out, I built this bike entirely with "100% Chinese-made parts" at my own expense, even risking my own safety.

For several months, I thoroughly rode it on asphalt, gravel roads, mud, and even cyclocross courses. Now, I will share the conclusion I reached, holding nothing back.

1. The Heart of This Bike: ICAN Triaero Graro Frame and Wheels

First, let me introduce the main star.
Both the frame and wheels are made by **ICAN**. The brand name is "Triaero," and the model is "Graro."

Amazing Build Quality and Design

Honestly, I was surprised the moment I took it out of the box.

First, the paint job is truly beautiful. And ICAN's strength is that it's 100% customizable. To be extreme, if you ask them to draw a cat, they really will.

The ride is also superb. It's responsive, the handling is precise, and it feels stiff.
The price is about $900 (a little over 800 Euros). For this price and quality, it's honestly a steal.

The "G40" Wheels I Fell in Love With

The wheels are the gravel-specific ICAN G40, with a 25mm internal width wide rim.

These are truly the best. I completely fell in love with them.

First, they're light. They weighed 1305g, about 20g lighter than claimed. In a world where parts often weigh more than spec, this was a pleasant surprise.

The hubs use a DT Swiss-style ratchet system. While not ceramic bearings, they spin very smoothly.

I've ridden them in some pretty tough places so far, and there have been zero problems.
They get full marks, no complaints.

2. Components: Highs and Lows, Joys and Troubles

Now, let's talk about the drivetrain and other small parts.
This is where the "Chinese build" gets interesting, and challenging.

Handlebars and Bar Tape

The handlebars are ICAN Blade R, a road model.
They were just right for me, as I'm not a fan of the strong flare typical of gravel bars.

They have a moderate amount of flex and absorb vibrations well. At about $200, they're well worth buying on their own.

The 5-6 euro Back Loss bar tape was also an unexpected hit.
It has great grip and cushioning, and I'm still using it as is.

Crank and Chainring

The crank is Riero carbon (24mm axle, Shimano compatible).
It's light and stiff enough.

However, it did loosen once due to my own maintenance error while riding. But after tightening it, there have been no issues.

I initially used a 44T chainring, but it interfered slightly with the frame due to an offset issue.
Ultimately, I switched to a 42T with 0mm offset.

Considering the 25% steep hill near my house, the 42T was the right choice in the end.

Biggest Failure: Chain

The only thing I can't recommend is the Zito chain.

Shifting performance was poor; only 10 of the 12 speeds were usable.
So I swapped it for a SRAM XX1.

This completely resolved the shifting problems.

Perhaps it's wiser to choose reliable brand-name parts for precision-critical components like chains.

3. Wheels, Brakes, and 3D Saddle

The tires are Pirelli Gravel M and RC, maximum width 45mm.

Combined with the G40's wide rim, stability in technical sections is outstanding.

The brake discs are Cactus. These were also a hit.
They resist warping even on long descents and have good heat dissipation. Considering the price, the cost-performance is extremely high.

The saddle is a 40-euro Ryet 3D carbon saddle.
It's amazing to get 3D printing technology at this price point.

The comfort isn't bad, but it feels a bit forward. I want to use it more before making a final judgment.

4. How Was It to Actually Ride?

I tested it on paved roads, gravel, mud, and every environment.

The biggest surprise was its on-road performance.
It has acceleration and cruising performance like a road bike.

The geometry is quite racy, and its movements are agile. Line selection is also precise.

The complete bike weighs 8.2kg.
This is quite light for a gravel bike.

It's truly satisfying to see an 800-euro frame compete on par with famous brands costing several times more.

5. What Was the Total Cost?

The total cost was approximately 2,700 euros (about 430,000 yen).

I think it's possible to keep it around 2,000-2,500 euros if you aim for sales.

Carbon frame, carbon wheels, carbon handlebars, 3D saddle.
To get all this for this price is an absolute bargain in today's market.

Conclusion: Are Chinese Parts Worth It?

My answer is, YES.

Certainly, some parts may not be a perfect match. Adjustments may be necessary.
But the quality of manufacturers like ICAN is surprisingly high.

The era of "Chinese equals cheap" is over.

Asian brands will continue to grow, and that means more choices for us.

If you want to build your own bike with this "ICAN Graro," check out the Google spreadsheet in the description.

What do you think of this 100% Chinese gravel bike?
Let me know in the comments if there are any parts you'd like me to try.

See you on the next ride. Ciao!