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That looks ace!

Is that a magene crankset too? What group set are you using?


Yup it's the Magene P325CS dual pm crankset. So far that's been great for me, might be reporting a little bit higher number at the moment but I will "eventually" get to calibrating that ;) Also using the Magene L508 radar light which has been great as well.


Groupset is 11sp Ultegra Di2 R8070 I think. L-TWOO carbon OSPW which seems to still be going, although the jockey wheels are probably done, and they are replacements too...

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For me the lightweight/aero VeloBuild VB-R-268 paired with Magene EXAR Ultra wheels has been awesome so far.



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I posted a picture here: https://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,4605.msg58651.html#msg58651

They include clamps for both 7x9 and 7x7 by default. Currently, I'm using the 7x7 without any issues.


Anecdotally I've been using the 7x9 clamps on a RYET 3D saddle since complete the build together and no issues so far.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: April 30, 2024, 04:49:48 PM »
Resale value of 500$ Chinese frame LMAO :)


I've seen used VB frames sell locally for close to 80% MSRP so any considerations like what paint to get and so on, aren't trivial if you do want to resell and upgrade later. Part of it is that the value is already there to begin with so people who may have just been looking at 2K priced frames see this as a steal, and the other part I think is the trust/awareness factor. By this I mean, oh someone locally in North America for example bought this frame, and they like it, and it's safe and performs, etc, etc.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: April 17, 2024, 11:16:53 PM »
How do people like the Mavic speed release and wheel compatibility?


so far so good for me. I have the two axles on my 268 and one extra that lives on the trainer for ease. The front comes on and off really easy and quick. The back is also not bad but I find that I need to pull it out a bit after it finished unthreading to get it off but no big deal. Highly recommend getting a spare for the trainer as I personally wouldn't like having to pull the whole thing in and out to mount to a trainer as it takes a bit of push to insert the axle for the first time but easy once it's set.


First impression video is live.

My VeloBuild 268 Is FINISHED - First Ride Impressions
https://youtu.be/-we6CsAEaQY?si=f13auTeXKcUV-wwR



Awesome build and videos as usual Patty!

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https://youtu.be/au5PHjQg59M?feature=shared&t=103

Anyone see these new offset oversized jockey wheels that allow you to use them on stock pulley cages? I think these are actually pretty cool.


Just saw that and was trying to figure out where to buy!


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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: March 07, 2024, 01:32:00 PM »
My rear axle does not fit the threads well at all. Almost feels as if it’s cross threaded initially even though it’s not. I got a Robert axle mavic replacement and it won’t thread into it it all. It’s supposed to be a direct replacement for mavic speed release, but it will not thread and I don’t want to force it and strip something. Does anyone’s rear axles thread smoothly?


No issues with this for me and I have used two different sets of VB rear axles and RD hangers.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: March 06, 2024, 03:43:21 PM »
Two pages fully corrupted. Is there a way to retrospectively clean pages from these corrupted files?

And back to the 268 frame topic: what would be the ideal approach to mount a narrower bar on this frame? Would it be advisable to use the headset provided by VB or take a different route entirely?


I can finally see the latest posts (page 1 for me as I have reverse order setup) but pages 2 and 3 are still down. I asked Sitar_Ned if we could delete post #122 which could be the culprit per jepa83's comments so maybe that could fix things.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: March 03, 2024, 09:55:09 PM »
Jens do you want try and delete your original post to see if fixes the broken page(s) and the ability for some to see any new updates?

As fas as uploading photos, using the attachment option or pasting an embedded link to a site like imgur.com that hosts your image should work ok.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: March 03, 2024, 05:01:44 PM »
Weird, I have the order set in reverse and pages 1 and 2 are broken for me still. If I open the site in Chrome Incognito I can see them all no problem including 9.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: March 02, 2024, 12:24:21 PM »
hazzer where did you even come up with the idea for that paint job. So cool


Thanks! I saw something online that was similar but when I submitted the design I wasn't as specific as I could have been (only half the head tube was supposed to be painted, vertically cut off) but end result has grown on me!


Lesson, if you are asking for a custom paint job be a specific as you can be otherwise they'll be guessing on the other side.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: February 29, 2024, 02:16:47 PM »
Same. Almost no issues with mine with an early frame (I think, no hole in the BB area). I haven't had issues with the axles, just getting used to having them in the right place to take the wheels out, primarily the back, the front one is easier.


I had one instance of the saddle tilting down but hasn't happened again since I applied more torque. No issues with the seat post slipping. No issues with holes in the bars either. Overall still very happy with how it's performing so far.



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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: February 13, 2024, 05:19:01 PM »
Haha, correct! they look exactly the same, didn't even realize VB had released a 2024 frame... Tasty offering, EPS moulding with a 950g frame in M, and allegedly a bit of T1000!


I have ridden both the 168 and 268 now and can confidently say the 268 is a clear upgrade, primarily as it relates to stiffness in the right places. The addition of a zero offset seat post is also helping with a better fit. Still getting used to the axles.


No hurries


That silver chameleon paint job looks really nice! Really digging the matte and glossy white frames a few people have posted here as well. My first Chinese company frame from Workswell was matte white so brings back good memories.




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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: February 11, 2024, 08:22:37 PM »
@hazzer19 how does it ride? ie How responsive to your pedaling (stiffness)? What's the weight of your build. Have to say kudos to VB, they are now good at painting frames.


Rides amazing, probably my fave road build so far. Weighs in at around 7.7 Kg, so have some room to improve there (32T cassette in the back isn't helping!)


Nice build, could you please show a picture of the front derailleur di2 wiring especially the parts you drilled.


Thanks! Not sure if you can see a ton from the photo but here is the FD cable stop. I just drilled out the original hole until it was wide enough to pass the di2 wire




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