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29er / Re: Build Log - Carbonda hard tail for daughter's birthday.
« Last post by Kommandant33 on Today at 05:37:13 PM »
The frame is out for delivery! It will be a long wait for my daughter to get home from school to unbox it...

In other news, we have been doing bits and pieces whilst waiting for the frame:

Most parts have now arrived, just need grips and pedals - and then any incidentals that may pop up during the build.

Set the wheels up tubeless - got some Vittoria Barzo tires on sale. 2.25 up front, and 2.1 on the back.

Not 100% sold on the disks - we will have to see how they perform.

And had to do a test fit of the tire and wheel on the fork... can you tell we can't wait for the frame to arrive?
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Velobuild Advice
« Last post by Takiyaki on Today at 05:01:20 PM »
066 is the most comfortable, 168 is the heaviest. Patlien really liked the 177 but it has the most aggressive geometry. I'd personally go for the 066; I almost did but went in another direction.
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How did you order it? I was looking at this but couldn't find a way to put an order in. And did you get a weight on the frame before assembly?

I'm also a fan of "old school" frames- round seatposts, tolerable geometry.
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That shifter position...
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You actually have a lot of spacers under the handlebars. Maybe this YT video on channel BBInfinite 2 years ago (Adjust a Headset Like a Boss) will help you compress your headset in the best way. I myself was amazed at the compression with plastic spacers
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Velobuild Advice
« Last post by alfiomotrambo on Today at 03:09:53 PM »
Hi everyone,

I'm considering the VB-R-168, VB-R-177, and VB-R-066 bike frames and ride about 15,000 km per year. I'd love some advice on these models.

How do they compare in terms of rigidity, comfort, and weight? Have you experienced any defects or issues with these frames? How easy were they to assemble?

Which frame would you recommend for durability and longevity?

I'd also appreciate any customer feedback or reviews from those who have used these frames.

Thanks for your help!

Cheers,
Alfio
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« Last post by RasmusWH on Today at 01:56:16 PM »
I used the expander with the parts that were delivered with the frame. Works fine, clocked 1k km without issues.

Thank you
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« Last post by Easyfunk on Today at 01:29:04 PM »
I have "upgraded" the headset expander plug and compression ring /base ring (the one with the holes to run cables through), so it matches the new version for the SL 7. However the new compression ring / base ring is a bit lower/thinner than the old one, meaning that the headset cover now sits so low that it is not clearing the frame. A solution could be to add a micro spacer or two (.25 mm each), to lift the headset cover back in to place, but I will need to cut them in a C-shape to make room for the cables. Another solution is of course to just use the one included with the frame. Anyone who has a need solution, or tried with the micro spacers?
I used the expander with the parts that were delivered with the frame. Works fine, clocked 1k km without issues.
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Short update:
I did my first 50km ride today with best weather.

It was great and the bike feels amazing.

The only thing I have to get used to is the Free hub sound.
As it is a 36T Ratchet system, the sound is not "round". It's a little alternating which seems to be normal with ratchet Free hubs. But for me it sounds not so nice. Maybe I'll put more grease inside to get it less loud  :D

It's LCs C52DB-RD28-44C wheel set.

I'm being very picky here...

Looks great, happy riding! 
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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« Last post by RasmusWH on Today at 01:24:59 PM »
I have "upgraded" the headset expander plug and compression ring /base ring (the one with the holes to run cables through), so it matches the new version for the SL 7. However the new compression ring / base ring is a bit lower/thinner than the old one, meaning that the headset cover now sits so low that it is not clearing the frame. A solution could be to add a micro spacer or two (.25 mm each), to lift the headset cover back in to place, but I will need to cut them in a C-shape to make room for the cables. Another solution is of course to just use the one included with the frame. Anyone who has a neat solution, or tried with the micro spacers?

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