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Just a regular round spacer/washer/ring, whatever you want to call it (see picture).
As I said, i think that 0.5 would be enough, and searching for thinner spacers I found this from FSA https://www.tradeinn.com/bikeinn/en/fsa-spacers-kit/138244357/p
look at the description:
 "Integrated headsets sometimes require micro-spacers to adjust the depth of the machined headtube in order to ensure correct fit. Micro-spacers should be used between the top cover and compression ring to make sure the top cover does not contact the top of the headtube."
That's exactly what I did, so, from this description, I assume that this is not a problem of this particular Hygge's frames, it's a common issue. Also I just realized that is enough to install the ring as it comes, not necessary to cut it into a C shape. I'll try some day which thickness is the perfect one, for now I'll stay with the 1mm as it works.

Thanks for the explanation. With integrated headset, is there a way to install this spacer without having to undo all my hydraulic cables?

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^Nice,
I'm sort of new to building bikes...

Can you explain how does adding an extra spacer will resolve the headset play? Also where did you purchase the spacer from?


On my end, i did the same as TinyDinosaur and it seems to have worked for 1 ride. Will continue on a few other rides and report back.


Thanks

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Did a 125km ride today and the play did not come back. So for now the 9Nm on the expander (higher than recommended) and the 5Nm on the stem bolt seems to hold.

I think i'll give it a try too, but i'm not sure that is what my problem is.


I did 6.5nm on the expander, and 6nm on the stem bolts and i still have some play after my ride.

But upon inspection it seems like my expander plug did not move, but just the stem maybe? I'm not sure if I should add some carbon paste on my stem. Anyone has suggestions?

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: April 26, 2024, 12:56:44 PM »
With me, the play is not very noticeable when not riding the bike. I have to press the front brake lever while sitting on my top tube (to keep the rear wheel from lifting from the ground) and rock the bike front and back. I can than see the headset cap move about 1mm relative to the frame

Yes this is what i notice with mine too. Hold front break and rock the bike back and forth. There is a very minimal amount of play but enough to notice.

I just did a 30km ride after tightening the topcap to 4nm but the play still came back after the ride. :(

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: April 26, 2024, 09:53:05 AM »
The thing is i don't actually have any play after setting up the bike in my garage. The play starts to develop during the ride...i'm assuming after hitting some bumps/road cracks i would guess. I've re-tightened the topcap screw a little bit more and I will report back on my next ride. It seems like it was not very tight after my few initial ride.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: April 23, 2024, 03:27:01 PM »
Finished my build and rode ~100km with it so far.

Having issues with headset play.

I've torqued the compression plug to 6nm with and without carbon paste. and the stem to 6nm as well but after one ride there is always some play.

Has anyone encountered this and was able to fix it?

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: March 29, 2024, 10:47:34 AM »
How far does your seatpost go in? There is a max insertion depth, so it is normal you have to cut your seatpost

It was stopping at the #7 marking which is like 18cm in the seat tube

Also for future reference. official torque specs from Hygge
Seat Post clam: 5-6 nm
Stem: 5-6 nm
Handlebar: 5-6 nm
Compression plug: 6 nm


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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: March 29, 2024, 09:30:26 AM »
Received and started building the bike and ran into my first problem.

Overall on the outside everything looks pretty good.


However, my seat post won't go in all the way because there is a lip of carbon. I'm missing around 10mm of seat post inside to get my desired seat height. I think I have 2 options:

1) File down the carbon in the seat tube so that the seat post goes in.
2) Cut the seat post by 10mm


Also noticed some imperfections but I think are mostly cosmetic from the mold
Does anyone know what's better?



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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Best TPU tube brand
« on: March 26, 2024, 08:28:22 AM »
Just bought 3 Ride Now TPU tubes from Ali
2 for the bike with 1 spare.

1 had a leaky valve out of the box. Luckily Aliexpress was able to refund me quickly and i'll just have to order one or 2 more.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: March 22, 2024, 08:20:24 AM »
Meanwhile i'm supposed to receive my frame next week lol


You should post the pics of it here and on socials since they seem to lurk and steal people's photos. Maybe that'll get them to act.

On the other hand, i think they use a rebranded handlebar from some other company and sell it for like 100$ so it's not that expensive if you ever need to purchase another one and hope that yours was a one off defect....or go with your own handlebar... But i hope you get it resolved somehow

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: March 05, 2024, 08:21:04 AM »
What saddle clamp does Hygge install? Do they include both 7*7 and 7*9 clamps?

Thanks

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Hygge Aero Carbon Frame
« on: February 29, 2024, 11:25:58 AM »
My frame arrived on Friday and I built it up over the weekend.

First impressions are great, paint quality seems nice and internal finishing also looks nice.

Still waiting on Elitewheels Edge wheelset being delivered to finish properly.


@stevenC what 3d printed saddle are you using in your bike? The color looks amazing! Is that a custom color?


On my end i ordered a chameleon model S. Should be here early March and they were apparently out of stock so needs an extra week to build/paint the frame. They offered me other colors that were pretty ugly (but more expensive free of charge but I'm in no rush). Going to be building this with a 105 di2 from theproscloset during the close out sale last year.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Winspace T1550 Build
« on: February 15, 2024, 01:11:18 PM »
Not many people post photos of their completed bikes on here, but I always enjoy the posts. So I wanted to post my recently completed build on here, and share how much I spent. A lot of builds on here are really balling on a budget but I really purchased from mainstream vendors for less sketchiness, build came out to $3,288 assembled by my LBS

Mechanics first "Chinese" build at the bike shop, he was very impressed with the quality and noted that the internal cable routing gave him no problems. All of the workers at the bike shop where really interested in the build and none had ever heard of Winspace. This really shows how obscure this forum is, we are so far away from mainstream. He did ride it and was super impressed with it, I told them how my goal was to create an entry level roadbike, but have carbon wheels at the same price point.

8.1 kgs with everything, 17.85 lbs

Frame: Winspace T1550 ($1230 Black Friday)
Wheels: Winspace 2023 Hypers D45 ($1049 Black Friday)
Bar: Winspace Zero SL 380 W 105 L ($171 Black Friday)
Groupset: Shimano 105 R7120 Disc ($688 Merlincycles)
Tires: Conti GP 5000 ($130)
Tubes: Ride Now TPU 36g ($25)
Seat: Specialized Power Comp (Free: Old Bike)
Pedals: Shimano 105 SPD-SL (Free: Old Bikes)
Shop Assembly- $240

Hey @Macedingle, just wondering the black friday deal you used 2450$ USD for the Frameset+bar+wheels did you also include an extra 10% discount code?

They are offering me 2580$ USD now but with SE wheels and no extra 10% discount code...still debating if I should pull the trigger or wait a bit more.

Thanks

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
« on: February 09, 2024, 08:22:41 AM »
I think if you go with Matte paint there is never a top coat. Even for Mercedes Benz cars if you go with matte paint there isn't a top coat. Sucks about the other issues though and doesn't look super good for velobuild quality :/

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I am also interested in those 2 frames so +1 from me on those questions!


I originally was aiming for a Winspace but if there are no big sales coming around the chinese new years, i will probably look at these alternatives.


Also, how much does stiffness and all that really matter for me who's basically a newbie rider with a mere 200w ftp @ ~70kg. I will probably not push either frame to even 50% of its capabilities so why pay a few thousands more....except for the looks and brand of the bike  :-X

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