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Chinese Carbon Road Bikes => Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components => Topic started by: Milo on March 23, 2023, 08:04:27 AM

Title: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on March 23, 2023, 08:04:27 AM: Hi,
I'm Luca from Italy!

I want to share with you my new frameset, i know there is already a topic with this frameset but is difficult to "identify" it. ;D

First of all i placed the order on 13 February, today 23 March the frame was painted and ready to ship.

Here the geometry chart:
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/ad/e2/bb/MEJP00Z_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEJP00Z)

And some pics of the painted frame:
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/f3/ce/6b/MEJP00U_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEJP00U)

(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/ff/57/9c/MEJP00X_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEJP00X)

Glossy white with top tube in raw carbon (glossy) finished. But i think they made it black ::)

My size is 56.
BSA bottom bracket.

I will complete it with (from previous bike):

-Shimano 105 R7020 2x11 hydraulic
-FSA SL-K 46/30 with power2max
-Kocevlo Integrated gravel handlebar (44x100)

For wheels & tyre combo i have (from previous bike)
-Hunt 35mm Gravel carbon wheels - 700c
-Farsport 40mm Gravel carbon wheels with dt swiss 350hub - 650b

Will keep update when i received the frame and start the building.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on March 25, 2023, 07:21:32 AM: Just finished to polish the handlebar:
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/1a/52/33/MEJQPI6_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEJQPI6)

(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/4f/d4/31/MEJQPIG_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEJQPIG)

From matte to glossy black paint...
To match the upper top tube colorway.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Pedaldancer on March 25, 2023, 12:35:05 PM: Hello Luca,

That's a nice frame.
Unfortunately Workswell didn't already have it 2 years ago, when I looked for a gravel frame. ;D
May I ask what you paid for the frame? Just the frame, painting is always depending on the exact style.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: brushwood69 on March 25, 2023, 02:48:00 PM: Looking forward to seeing your build compared to mine (similar frame) and the challenges etc
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on March 25, 2023, 03:31:00 PM: Quote from: Pedaldancer on March 25, 2023, 12:35:05 PM
Hello Luca,

That's a nice frame.
Unfortunately Workswell didn't already have it 2 years ago, when I looked for a gravel frame. ;D
May I ask what you paid for the frame? Just the frame, painting is always depending on the exact style.

Hi,
This is the quote from Sarah:

WCB-R-358=769USD/pz（includes： frame, fork, clamp; Matt/Glossy Black）
WHB-056 Gravel Handlebar = 99 USD (If you need them )
WSC-012 Stem = 59 USD (If you need them )
Special headset = 18 USD (If you need them )
Front and rear through axles = 24 USD/set (If you need them )
The painting costs in Glossy 2 colors will be :
Frame: 75$
Fork: 8$
Seatpost: 4.5$
Total 87.5USD.
Shipping cost to Italy with WXY line = 249 USD (VAT included, transit time: 15-30 working days; declared maximum value: 200 USD)
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Pedaldancer on March 26, 2023, 04:41:33 PM: Thanks for the details!
Workswell is quite a tad higher in price compared to Carbonda. They really increased their prices... 3,5 years ago it was a lot cheaper. I remember that I paid overall roughly 1000€. A frame, a seatpost, an integrated handlebar, 1 color chameleon on frame and fork with letters on the bottom tube and top tube, axles, headset, a second derailleur hanger and shipping.. and I had to take care on my own on 19% VAT and 4,x % taxing.

Still like that bike.. I would buy it again even if it got more expensive.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: maurijn on March 27, 2023, 02:29:44 AM: You are lucky getting your frame this quickly. Looks good too!

I'm still waiting for mine. Ordered in December, Communication with Workswell is okay, they reply quickly but they're unclear about exact production/delivery dates and times.
Looking forward to getting mine sometime in the future.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on April 27, 2023, 11:18:22 AM: Just received the frameset:
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/7b/cb/38/MEKGQQJ_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQQJ) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/db/f6/cd/MEKGQQM_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQQM) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/03/08/5c/MEKGQQP_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQQP) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/7f/4e/87/MEKGQQS_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQQS)
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/07/7e/8a/MEKGQS0_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQS0) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/82/ca/c4/MEKGQS3_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQS3) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/fa/8d/de/MEKGQS6_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQS6) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/c7/f6/7c/MEKGQS7_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQS7) (https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/c0/e0/0e/MEKGQS8_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MEKGQS8)

The quality seems to be very high, the paint is really smooth the transition from paint to the clear top tube is very good.
Around the headset there isn't chip or something else
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: hagerd on April 28, 2023, 10:50:25 PM: That fork looks a little sketch
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on May 27, 2023, 04:55:36 AM: Finished:
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/6d/b5/4b/MELAIJO_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MELAIJO)
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/4c/75/cd/MELAIJT_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MELAIJT)
(https://thumbs4.imagebam.com/64/be/e1/MELAIK1_t.jpg) (https://www.imagebam.com/view/MELAIK1)

Instead Shimano 105 i have opted for SRAM Force AXS.

The integrated handlebar don't make me confidente so i switch to Ritchey Logic Switch stem and headset and Easton AX handlebar.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Pedaldancer on May 27, 2023, 02:05:46 PM: It looks good.
What did make you feel uncomfortable with the handlebar from Workswell? Is it for geometry or is something weird about the material?
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on May 28, 2023, 03:46:57 AM: Quote from: Pedaldancer on May 27, 2023, 02:05:46 PM
It looks good.
What did make you feel uncomfortable with the handlebar from Workswell? Is it for geometry or is something weird about the material?

No, the handlebar isn't a Workswell Pieces.
It was a Kocevlo integrated bar and stem.
I feel It too "flexy", not very confident in It ::)
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Pedaldancer on May 28, 2023, 06:32:32 AM: Quote from: Milo on May 28, 2023, 03:46:57 AM
No, the handlebar isn't a Workswell Pieces.
It was a Kocevlo integrated bar and stem.
I feel It too "flexy", not very confident in It ::)

;D Allright okay. Thanks for the information.
I have the plan to visit Eurobike and Workswell will be there. I am curious about their current/new models in real life.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: maurijn on June 02, 2023, 02:32:00 AM: I have almost finished my build. just need to set up my handlebar and shifters to my exact position. (also need to set up tubeless, but needed to wait for other valves...)

I painted the frame myself and am quite happy with the outcome.
Ultegra 8170 di2, (Gearing: 44-11/34)

(https://ibb.co/jZqsBNF)
(https://ibb.co/V9JBFFv)
(https://ibb.co/1vCwLqt)
(https://ibb.co/S3RQjWV)
(https://ibb.co/QKLGzXj)
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: maurijn on June 02, 2023, 05:02:49 AM: Quote from: Pedaldancer on May 28, 2023, 06:32:32 AM
;D Allright okay. Thanks for the information.
I have the plan to visit Eurobike and Workswell will be there. I am curious about their current/new models in real life.

I did use their (workswell) stem and handlebar. They feel high quality! Internal cable routing was easy too!
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Pedaldancer on June 02, 2023, 01:44:40 PM: Quote from: maurijn on June 02, 2023, 05:02:49 AM
I did use their (workswell) stem and handlebar. They feel high quality! Internal cable routing was easy too!

I also have a cockpit from Workswell on my 268.
Unfortunately they stopped making 380mm handle bars :- it's just not mainstream.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on June 03, 2023, 04:33:56 AM: Quote from: maurijn on June 02, 2023, 02:32:00 AM
I have almost finished my build. just need to set up my handlebar and shifters to my exact position. (also need to set up tubeless, but needed to wait for other valves...)

I painted the frame myself and am quite happy with the outcome.
Ultegra 8170 di2, (Gearing: 44-11/34)

(https://ibb.co/jZqsBNF)
(https://ibb.co/V9JBFFv)
(https://ibb.co/1vCwLqt)
(https://ibb.co/S3RQjWV)
(https://ibb.co/QKLGzXj)

Very nice!

What wheels are these?
How much Deep are the?
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: maurijn on June 05, 2023, 02:09:13 AM: Quote from: Milo on June 03, 2023, 04:33:56 AM
Very nice!

What wheels are these?
How much Deep are the?

The wheels are from a local wheelbuilder in the Netherlands, 50mm deep, 25mm wide with hope pro 5 hubs.
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Cnasta on June 06, 2023, 06:19:06 AM: Quote from: maurijn on June 02, 2023, 02:32:00 AM
I have almost finished my build. just need to set up my handlebar and shifters to my exact position. (also need to set up tubeless, but needed to wait for other valves...)

I painted the frame myself and am quite happy with the outcome.
Ultegra 8170 di2, (Gearing: 44-11/34)

(https://ibb.co/jZqsBNF)
(https://ibb.co/V9JBFFv)
(https://ibb.co/1vCwLqt)
(https://ibb.co/S3RQjWV)
(https://ibb.co/QKLGzXj)

Very nice build! Could you tell me how much you payed for frame/handlebar/shipping/taxes? I'm in NL as well, and will orde a gravelframe this summer. Just not sure which one :)
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: maurijn on June 07, 2023, 04:08:03 AM: Quote from: Cnasta on June 06, 2023, 06:19:06 AM
Very nice build! Could you tell me how much you payed for frame/handlebar/shipping/taxes? I'm in NL as well, and will orde a gravelframe this summer. Just not sure which one :)

approximately 1200 all in (bottle holders, headset etc.)
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Cnasta on June 12, 2023, 01:03:58 PM: Quote from: maurijn on June 07, 2023, 04:08:03 AM
approximately 1200 all in (bottle holders, headset etc.)

Thanks for your answer. Price is a bit higher than Velobuild. But it's tempting. Your build looks great!
Title: Re: Workswell WCB-G 358
Post by: Milo on June 13, 2023, 08:30:14 AM: I'm very happy with this frameset!

Ride well and the geo is perfect!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/mcv_kgFm3jctg4L1a7Qk9eyLuvRxyYSq2qW0SmGQBMibC079GPfAxrYC_vCIgfuTwhkztJ4IhMIT4hKTg4AaYYZWQ6tEn4jeqqLuHGQC5-dsT22Fv7naHKErWTosiV4utYDS0oQsecbEJ5L4O1Xm0mgL3S40V5pdyBG1kefGb2mrnVLzrSpQo0jpB8aZt9yn_bmZrUOJOO3e8BsMPYxFWiTz43zrEPPjQ_Nb6lujCb2Wtme58OYmFfPd-6mR4gbWjPc2fBVrILXST005CDIDDsA3P05ZHIiyukwMgxYd82gAko-pPjSN-1Bpc-2lbKyiMuVpiUr74axducm5v7f2TDsVEA8m_3xkypvRjkjJ68ER1Wm7e9T2ClFtp9E1UGktNAiQOJjXwJozP6Fj0BDIlS-0HI5IXww7vIDQa6Bte6d3TB9BjjZlGwKB6-mlg8JZzFoPsjapXw4llgLbMVOybE0uZUYpQ5WkSKe9OQNM14k82GqdWnQg-zOdsjS0kM4iIdUkeypxDwrf1f_pQpNz7wS2b85cpYiwB_MjLkyQD33LFhcxILDO528RjtTl6jKdI42CevgMcP72enPkkIOO5OWKkFMUdavIWz6UJlPDAl6h-QI705TFOMF7NKsG-iHWAf86UX_hKoRcMzTYfF3mHZPgM5GaBdQCuQxnYQ42P2ZZpkMTbWuY2qn2fqPDQoAcOpjmtDlug6vAz22JRk8l_WKrBlhp24nt2i5fqOU-wCF3pNzt1zl72wqjkRljLa0uGK7-AVqmyIncVFT_ZvN3AD6rfU6RAxkm2W1jaags29itZ6a3OzkvddjRbfG-FzGBIf2TxqC9TXR7MhLAhvcQWx3hgAUKc6uPnDb5BOBuH5sh0WDl4U_zXo3c5ZZMtfOqXh5BtYZ1mYEpr8AEs31FPsKVaJiilvc2SM5gF3kR6UlA=w1228-h919-s-no?authuser=0)