DIY Carbon Bikes  Reviews 44

These are the best wheels I've ever seen. I got the high gloss finish and with 19 years experience at a paint shop, I checked for flaws. They are perfect with a grade A showroom finish. I also got the bladed spokes, I don't know what they do but they look cool lol. Fast ace hubs have plenty of engagement and sound great. I think everything is custom made, it's going to take a little while to put your stuff together but it's worth it. Do yourself a favor and look up rotational momentum, then order some carbon wheels from this guy, especially if you have a 26 inch bike because he's the only one making them.

Date of experience: April 24, 2025

I have two of these frames. One built as a rigid 29x3.0 singlespeed and one as a 1x10 gravel bike with 700x47 tires. Both perform extremely well and I've had zero issues with both. The singlespeed is the most nimble bike I've ever ridden... and with the 29x3.0 tires it's a tank that rolls over everything! I decided on Wheels Mfg Threaded BB to make sure there would be no creaking from the BB. I had a Stache Aluminum frame when they first came out. I had issues with frame flex and skipping gears when I tried it as singlespeed. These frames do not have any issues like that. Excellent investment! Get one before they stop making them!!

Date of experience: May 13, 2025

Trek Rail & DIY Carbon
I recently purchased a set of carbon fiber wheels from DIY Carbon. I mounted the new wheels on my Trek Rail 9.8XT and it transformed my bike into a precise machine. The bike feels more active and the wheels are very strong. I found that they are also easy to clean. The process went well in ordering the wheels, all of my questions were answered quickly. The wheels arrived safely and were well packed to prevent damage. I was relieved to see them slip into my front fork and rear stays with ease. The hard part about the process is choosing the accessories to make a unique statement. I would recommend these wheels to anyone looking to upgrade to carbon fiber wheels.
Steve P.

Date of experience: May 14, 2025

Had some issues with the order, but Ty (the founder) made things right in the end.

Date of experience: February 26, 2025

It took some time but the outcome was better than I exspected. The frame is beautiful and rides like a gem. I am very pleased.

Date of experience: March 19, 2025

Great product at an affordable price. Excellent quality. Timely shipping. Bought the boost rigid fork version. Works perfectly with my drop bar mtb project. Appears robust for trail use, maybe not ideal for aggressive or jumping.

Date of experience: February 13, 2025

Easy to order. Frame is very nice, light. It came with a headset. All parts from my aluminum mountain bike fit without any problems. Ride quality is very nice for the trails I ride. Time will tell about durability.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025

Excellent service and product.

Carbon ridged forks have transformed my old mountain bike into my favourite go to bike.

Date of experience: October 31, 2024

Great value for solid wheels. Had ordered 5 sets since the shop opened. Last two are ultralight road set and 29er freeride set for new Propain.
Weights as advertised, low maintenance. Running Novatec hubs on all builds.
Just placed another order to upgrade OE on my wife's bike.

Date of experience: October 03, 2024

“Fast delivery, Frame seems pretty good Quality. First Ride: so far so good - i‘m still alive ;-) Greetings from Switzerland”

Date of experience: November 21, 2024

Carbon Forks : Very good products, clean finish and looks amazing on the bike!

Date of experience: September 21, 2024

promised a review once I had a chance to wring the frame out so now, after 3 years, I can write an honest and complete review. Bottom line is I love the frame. It is nimble without being nervous, and pretty comfortable on singletrack. Climbs great (as you'd expect from a hardtail.) I love the top mount chainstay on the drive side - makes for no (minimal) chain slap which makes for a very quiet ride on all sorts of terrain. Frame is rock solid - no issues over the last few years. Matte finish is holding up great. Easy to build up and no fitment issues of any kind. There are only two negatives, both of which are minor - I'd like a higher bottom bracket, and I'd prefer a threaded bottom bracket rather than a press fit (but no real issue if you're willing to spring for a threaded shell.) Overall, a nearly perfect bike for my decidedly cross country focused riding. Just for reference, I was riding an early 2000's Stumpy FSR X/C. This Stache style frame feels a lot like the FSR, only better (and without the rear end flopping around, of course.)

Date of experience: September 17, 2024

I purchased the F150 carbon frame and wheels and they are the real deal.. It took time to get the build completed scowling the internet for promo codes, free shipping, and no taxes. It’s also a whole different world of pride when someone with a big box build inquires and tell em you built it from the frame up. Went with MRP for the suspension, SRAM drivetrain and brakes, PNW components, and then topped it off with SQLab saddle & handlebar.. What I took away from this experience is the knowledge about downhill biking gained by doing it myself. Looking forward to my next DCB build as they have outstanding support and are quick to respond..

Date of experience: August 23, 2024

Purchased the ultralight post. Dropped the dropper, and took at least a pound off my bike weight with this post. Loose it, if you don't use it!

Date of experience: June 12, 2024

“I had I pair of wheels and boy they are so good! I like look and very good quality as well. I am thinking of buying a second set. Thanks.🤗”

Date of experience: May 09, 2024

I bought the PT29 frame. The frame is a head-turner! I've had people pull up aside me on the highway to ask where the frame was from. This is the 27.5+ hardtail dream, and it's a blast to ride.

Date of experience: May 28, 2024

*Updated 9/15/2023 with dates of correspondence* Buying a set of integrated aero bar and stem from DiyCarbon was a huge mistake. First off the bars I received did not match what the site photos looked like. That was okay because they seemed fine. However, the advertised reach was 77mm and I made the mistake of building this bike up including routing new hydraulic brake lines, without measuring it. After the first ride it didn’t feel right and I found the reach was actually 122mm. That’s an entire hand size too long!
I reached out to Ty, the Owner, with photos and his response was that the stem size was correct, but he made no mention of the reach. It seemed like he didn’t actually understand what reach is. I own eight bikes, 4 of those are drop bar bikes and I’ve been riding and racing for over 30 years, I kind of know a little bit about bike sizing and geometry.
I responded a second time with photos using a digital caliper and did not hear anything until I started leaving poor reviews and filed a complaint with the BBB. He finally responded and we came to an agreement to remedy the situation, but I certainly would not recommend buying from there.

Timeline:

August 4th, 4:03pm - I emailed with photos showing the reach was incorrect.
August 9th, 11:57pm - I emailed again asking for an update.
August 11th, 12:21am - I finally received a response saying the stem length was correct but they did not address the reach issue.
August 11th 7:20am - I emailed again stating the reach was incorrect and asking for a resolution.
August 13th 6:24pm - I emailed again, this time with photos using a digital caliper showing the incorrect size.
August 15th 7:00am - I filed a complaint with the BBB and left this negative review on Trustpilot.
August 15th 11:39pm - I received a response offering a resolution. Stated they took them a few days to investigate the issue. The problem here is I never received a response saying they were looking into it. I didn’t get any proper response until I left a bad review.

Date of experience: July 16, 2024

“I have brought a few frames from Ty at DIY Carbon bikes now and raced them and put fun miles on them here in the UK. The frame is great, has a level of compliance to it which makes it super comfy to ride while still being quick up and down hill.. even on the bumpy and technical stuff.

already considering buying a new one for me as I can't have my wife on the shinny one!”

Date of experience: July 09, 2024

“Very very light. Somewhat flexible, but expected. Took a few miles to aquaint myself with the ride. . . Cross country -- with light wheels rolling terrain, no chunky or gnar, great for home trail. Mid state South Carolina”

Date of experience: June 24, 2024

I Built a full suspension single speed dream with DIY Carbon Bikes! 21 lbs all said and done; Definitely light enough to race. This thing is fast, really fast!! I went 120/110 on my suspension, and I could not be happy to be riding a full squishy.

Date of experience: June 20, 2024