Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame

[stmbike]

I’m trying to find this seatpost clamp cover:
https://www.stouwdam.nl/en/specialized-stp-my21-tarmac-sl7-seatpost-wedge-513

Problem is thatin this page the shipping for spain is 39€ ☹️.
Do anyone knows other website to buy it? I cannot find ..

[carbonazza]

I finally did it! I was sweating bullets but managed to tighten it correctly. I heard three loud bangs that scared me a little but I believe nothing was damaged

The crack sounds are normal when you press.
Maybe your bolt was too small to provide a flat enough washer, before a real press I was using a M16 bolt.

[Zoc]

Hey All!

New member and first post in this forum. I've done my best to research this entire thread prior. Thanks for all the details.
Has anyone built up a 168 frame using the "2021 Handlebar With Separate Stem" combo instead of the supplied integrated handlebars?

The integrated handlebar options don't work me, as I need longer stem and narrow width bars (120mm / 40mm). Just wondering if internal cable routing will still work.

I plan to order a size 56 frame. For reference I am 6 feet tall (183cm). Long legs/arms, short torso. Wingspan is 6'3" (190cm)
Currently I own an Allez Sprint size 56 running a 130mm -17 stem 

Thanks in advance!

take this one in 440/100 as you can see on the picture there is a curvature forward, app. 2-3 cm,
i took 440/120 and thinking about buying the straight one
http://www.velobuildmall.com/products/carbon-fiber-road-bike-integrated-handlebar-with-spacers-for-hidden-cables-routing

[patliean1]

Chris' response:

"You can choose our separate bar stem instead of integrated bar which fits too and also inner routing"

[Irideslowly]

Does anyone know which integrated bar or bar/stem has the eleast amount of flex?

[renrew]

Does anyone know which integrated bar or bar/stem has the eleast amount of flex?

I have the HB011 on the Flex doesn't bother at all. that is overrated

[1Sigma]

I have the HB011 on the Flex doesn't bother at all. that is overrated

Agreed. I am using the HB010
I am 82kg. The bike has handlebar reach of 508, and I have a saddle to handlebar drop of 14cm
I do not find the bars have any appreciable flex in this configuration

[Irideslowly]

Are we talking about the HB010 and HB011 from OG evkin, or vélo build?

I can't seem to find them on the velobuild website

[1Sigma]

Are we talking about the HB010 and HB011 from OG evkin, or vélo build?

I can't seem to find them on the velobuild website

The Velobuild options.
HB011 http://www.velobuildmall.com/products/carbon-fiber-road-bike-integrated-handlebar-with-spacers-for-hidden-cables-routing-300
HB010 http://www.velobuildmall.com/products/carbon-fiber-road-bike-integrated-handlebar-with-spacers-for-hidden-cables-routing

[hazzer19]

I just purchased one of these smaller headset expander plugs in an attempt to save a few grams https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002091371858.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.78e74c4d2cuvam and then noticed that in the info circulating about the upcoming SL7 headset recall, one of the pieces they are going to be providing is a new expander plug.

I know the 168 has a different headset design however is there a reason for concern with these smaller plugs?

https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/specialized-set-to-issue-stop-ride-and-recall-on-tarmac-sl7/

[OlieSimpson]

I just purchased one of these smaller headset expander plugs in an attempt to save a few grams https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002091371858.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.78e74c4d2cuvam and then noticed that in the info circulating about the upcoming SL7 headset recall, one of the pieces they are going to be providing is a new expander plug.

I know the 168 has a different headset design however is there a reason for concern with these smaller plugs?

https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/specialized-set-to-issue-stop-ride-and-recall-on-tarmac-sl7/

I'm all for losing weight and am trying to do it as much as possible with my 168, however there is no way I'd trust such a small and light expander on a carbon steerer tubed fork, especially for the sake of 30g of weight saving.

There's no science behind this and its my opinion only, however I'd put the longer, stock expander back in if only for peace of mind.

[cscottride]

I’m trying to find this seatpost clamp cover:
https://www.stouwdam.nl/en/specialized-stp-my21-tarmac-sl7-seatpost-wedge-513

Problem is thatin this page the shipping for spain is 39€ ☹️.
Do anyone knows other website to buy it? I cannot find ..

Does this help?

I bought this one.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/384280172714

I also found this one.
https://www.incycle.com/products/specialized-my21-tarmac-sl7-seatpost-wedge-cover?utm_campaign=gs-2021-03-14&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6Jzf1ZzD8wIVhKjICh3glwp4EAQYAyABEgLvR_D_BwE

[renrew]

I'm all for losing weight and am trying to do it as much as possible with my 168, however there is no way I'd trust such a small and light expander on a carbon steerer tubed fork, especially for the sake of 30g of weight saving.

There's no science behind this and its my opinion only, however I'd put the longer, stock expander back in if only for peace of mind.

I used the Spezialized expander, it is sufficiently long and light and serves as counter pressure for tensioning.

The recall relates to the inner rings on the SL7 which are too sharp-edged

[hazzer19]

I'm all for losing weight and am trying to do it as much as possible with my 168, however there is no way I'd trust such a small and light expander on a carbon steerer tubed fork, especially for the sake of 30g of weight saving.

There's no science behind this and its my opinion only, however I'd put the longer, stock expander back in if only for peace of mind.

Thanks for your comments OlieSimpson

[hazzer19]

I used the Spezialized expander, it is sufficiently long and light and serves as counter pressure for tensioning.

The recall relates to the inner rings on the SL7 which are too sharp-edged

Good tip renrew and thanks for the simple breakdown of the recall as I hadn't read up enough on it to understand it yet