Evolve CIMA: Lightweight Climbing Frame Arrives With Intent
Evolve’s CIMA frameset is a 650–680 g road platform from a young Chinese brand linked to Elitewheels and Cybrei. Early reviews suggest this is not just another open-mould curiosity.
evolve® positions itself as a high‑performance carbon road frameset brand focused on “competition‑level” equipment designed and manufactured in-house, with a rider-first philosophy. Its flagship is the CIMA performance road frameset, marketed around low weight and aerodynamic validation (Silverstone wind tunnel testing)
The brand narrative is tightly tied to its founders’ manufacturing and racing backgrounds: founded by two cycling enthusiasts with industry experience—Tony Tong (linked to carbon wheel engineering) and Mian Chan (crank designer, UCI‑registered rider, former technician for a UCI Intercontinental Team).
A newer entrant built by founders with established manufacturing and racing experience and a base in Xiamen’s manufacturing ecosystem. Founded 2024
CIMA Performance Road Frameset — central product line
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