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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Interesting responses to the sizing so far! I am 180cm / 5'11 tall with an inseam of 85cm or so. I tested the original SL7 comp yesterday in 56cm variant and it fitted very well, so I am thinking about going ahead with the VBR 168 in 56 as well. Only modification I have in mind will be a different straight handlebar (HB011) instead of the curved standard bar. Before my testing I erroneously had thought that the VBR would come with a larger seatpost offset than the original, but that's not the case. EDIT// Replacing the VBR168 seatpost with the original specialized seatpost does not work - they are not compatible and differ significantly in form - thanks to @renrew. December 20, 2021, 09:32:06 AM |
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Re: Carbonda Cfr 1056
It’s Chinese New Year, likely you won’t hear back until mid February
January 24, 2022, 09:56:40 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Hi Olie, nice list. It takes some patience listing it out on that level, I know it from experience. Now let me tell you the obvious: the more you list and measure (the more detailed it gets), the heavier your bike gets. While some are interested in the actual weight, others are interested in impressing ppl on the internet and only measure some parts, instead of all actual parts of the bike. And: not everyone takes actual weights but many use claimed weights from what I have seen. The handlebar tape would get lighter when cut. Btw, wondering, which top cap replacement did you use for the integrated bars? January 27, 2022, 02:23:44 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
I'm actually still on the hunt for another top cap as I want a UD Matte finish to match the bars, as the one I bought only comes in 3K weave. I can't for the life of me find a UD Matte top cap which is a bit annoying haha. This looks like it could fit I think: https://www.veloplus.ch/shop/veloteile/steuersaetze/spacer-und-zubehoer/veloplus-topcap-carbon-vorbaudeckel-ud-matt-33000638.001?tab=info January 27, 2022, 08:46:26 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l1313&_nkw=J%26L+Thru+Axle&_sacat=0 I wrote them, they can only provide the rear axle, not the front axle. I will post a link tomorrow when I get access to my computer. UPDATE: for the rear axle, this should work: https://www.ebay.com/itm/353448249604 Stated weight is 27g. As I stated above, J&L cannot provide the front axle unfortunately. February 27, 2022, 11:55:07 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Just wanted to give an update, my VBR 168 has finally arrived. The paint job is very good, I cannot see any issues with it so far, the decal is good (I selected an italic font, but regular was used, small inaccuracies where the decal meets the paint). I asked Chris to send me a picture of everything before shipping to avoid getting a wrong delivery as some have reported here (couldn't however tell from the photos that the regular decal font was used instead of the italic one). However, I can live with it, it's not bothering me, yet not absolutely perfect - I guess the price also simply doesn't permit perfection. The only not-so-nice surprise was that just before shipping Chris told me, that suddenly the 420/100 integrated handlebars are out of stock with a long waiting time until they would be ready again. So I ordered the Yoeleo h9 separately. I bought them via Yoeleo's European website, and I was told shipping within 5 days and delivery 5-10 days, as they ship from Europe. However, the tracking link I got clearly shows the parcel is coming from China, and suddenly I am being told it will take around 3-4 weeks from Yoeleo. Would have loved to get the velobuild handlebars and do business with them instead of Yoeleo, but out of necessity I didn't see another option. March 22, 2022, 03:16:00 PM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Have you seen anything like ridge I have all around the inside of the downtube? I can literally flake it off with my fingers and it wraps all the way around. Unfortunately yes. I tried to peel it at some part and it seems to be more like a production residue. A good eps cf production would not allow that to happen. I just feel like it’s good enough, but then again we’re taking about a low price product. April 10, 2022, 09:41:03 AM |
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Wax your chain or die tryin
Jokes aside, the hype of chain wax seems interesting for dry climate riding and there are many resources, among the infamous oz cycle formula with wax + teflon particles. However, like many probably, I am put off by the higher maintenance need, initial investment and not lastly the actual work- and storage space you need for this. Potentially Squirt is a good alternative, according to this ceramicspeed article: https://www.ceramicspeed.com/media/3505/velonews-friction-facts-chain-lube-tests-combined.pdf Smoove also got very good reviews. https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Smoove-Advanced-Guide.pdf Any opinions or experience with chiner parts? I will be using the YBN chain and a SROAD cassette on my roady. April 12, 2022, 04:19:28 AM |
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Re: Where is everyone from?
Zurich Switzerland Dito 
April 21, 2022, 05:46:40 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
I finished my vbr 168 some time ago and have around 500km on it so far. Great bike, love the looks, and simply the fact that I built it with my bare hands. Weighting in at 7.3kg incl. pedals, I’d like to review a bit more in detail once I find time. Question: anyone using the vbr 168 in a Hometrainer? I'm considering getting the Tacx Neo 2T. Preparing for the colder seasons before they get potentially sold out again. August 03, 2022, 06:07:31 AM |
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