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Re: Winspace T1550 new frame?
More of the CRUIZE-R: https://world.taobao.com/item/680862800787.htm?spm=a21wu.11804641-tw.shop-content.47.7e2c4bebRuh0OM https://world.taobao.com/item/684193249605.htm?spm=a21wu.11804641-tw.shop-content.48.7e2c4bebRuh0OM September 26, 2022, 09:49:58 AM |
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Re: Winspace T1550 new frame?
Can anyone translate?Thanks This should help you... https://www.speedercycling.com/Carbon-Road-Disc-Frameset-SC-R52D-_p412.html September 27, 2022, 01:26:30 PM |
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Re: Groupset News
I got a message on AliEx from the LTwoo store, November release for their hydraulic brake RX groupset. September 27, 2022, 02:05:12 PM |
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Re: TFSA Carbon Frameset Build-Up
A few more shots. Here's the TFSA frame wearing it's winter shoes with American Classic Timekeeper tubeless 28c tires and 45mm depth Superteam wheels. 28c is the max tire width for this frame. Though I wish it could fit 32c like the Aethos, but 28c are still plenty supple especially in tubeless. Also a close up of the red hoods which are actually 105 5800 shifters. I was thinking of upgrading to R7000 or maybe carbon Sensah Team Pro shifters, but if it ain't broke why change it?
October 04, 2022, 01:08:49 PM |
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Re: Groupset News
Pretty nice... I am also curious about fully hydraulic road shifters from Sensah... ? Will they also present some? October 05, 2022, 03:12:00 PM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-177
Quick update on the latest iteration of my 177  She's now running a full SRAM Red 22 groupset instead of the mashup of SRAM parts+105 crankset I had before. - Running a short cage RD with an 11-28 cassette. Anyone else using Red 22 cassettes? My old Force 22 cassette is definitely quieter... - Sram Red 22 crankset (GXP 167.5mm) with Absolute Black 50/34 chainrings, 4iiii left side PM, and Wheels MFG BB. - Velobuild saddle replaces the old Prologo. SMP copy I've dubbed the banana saddle, I sometimes wish it had a bit more padding but overall very comfortable. - AliExpress straight seatpost. Elita One brand if I'm remembering correctly. It's just barely long enough, but a good option if you're looking for a cheap ($30) and lightweight (130g) straight round post. - SRAM Centerline rotors replace the old Deckas lightweight rotors. These are significantly heavier than the old ones and performance isn't really any "better", but they look much cooler  - Swapping between a Red 22 and a KMC X11EL gold chain. They're both good, but I think I liked the old Dura Ace chain just a hair more. It was a little quieter than both of these, but not as durable and removing/replacing the Shimano quick link was a huge pain. As you see it, the bike is about 7.6kg So all that being said, there will be another overhaul coming soon! I'm not really digging the 11-28 gearing and setting up the FD to work well with AB chainrings is easier said than done...this has me wanting to try out 1x. I have an AB 48t 1x ring coming in today and I'll be swapping to the old RD with 11-36 cassette. If all goes well, I'll commit to the 1x setup and splurge on a Ratio 12 Speed kit along with a 10-36 cassette and 46t chainring in the future. I also have new wheels, tires and bars coming in soon. Once all that has arrived I'll be taking the bike apart for a major cleaning and repainting. More updates coming soon!
October 31, 2022, 11:51:07 AM |
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Re: Elite Wheels / Aliexpress / Trace Velo
... and shame on you for acting like I am the bad guy for posting my experience with all the involved. Again, I sympathize with your issue. And again in this issue burning an "advertiser / influencer" is childish because we all already know they are on a thin line sharing their experience with these products even if they get sent products for free or get discounts, they actually also bring value to their audience weather we like to admit it or not. This is basically the whole business model behind being an influencer in a niche space. It is their own responsibility to handle whatever backlash the way they see fit. It is your responsibility to bare the consequences of your actions taken based on the information you get from the internet. You could have even ask Trace Velo to add his weight (if any) to contact EliteWheels and help resolve the issue. But because you are angry (of which I totally understand the pain) you just want to burn down everything. Like you said, making and sharing a video of your experience is hard for everyday people like yourself etc, then you can imagine why Trace Velo would want to administrate / protect his hard work i.e. digital assets, especially when being at the mercy of the algorithm. Nevertheless, I do feel Trace Velo should give an insight into why he deleted your comments on his video when he claims to be unattached and unbiased on products he reviews. Look, in 2022 it is childish to blame "the internet" for introducing you to any product or service. The core of your problem is very bad shipping service, after which EliteWheels and Aliexpress refusing to take full responsibility. Buying anything from china is basically a game of hit or miss especially with the cheaper regular shipping option. So blaming a "reviewer / advertiser" for your shipping problem and saying shame on people is actually childish. Again, the ratio is just off. I.e. running Trace Velo under the bus and questioning the VALUE of the WHOLE of his online content, against your deleted comment of a shipping problem. Focus on getting your money from the people you gave your money to. November 05, 2022, 09:39:35 PM |
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Re: Speeder SC-R52D
7,15kg nice! I tried to measure with cheap luggage analog scale, but was between 7.5kg /7.9kg... so not that accurate scale  Will try to borrow a good digital scale soon. But probably closer to 7.9 I guess.. (incl cages and pedals ofcourse  I took some quick pictures in the sun! Tried to get the effect of the carbon... The carbon + sun really nice effect!  February 08, 2023, 06:37:54 AM |
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Alternatives to Winspace/Yoeleo/Seka/Elves?
Hey All - Thanks in advance. I'm looking for a permanent(ish) backup aero-frame for my Winspace T15000. Some of you may know I run a small YouTube channel, and have been fortunate to test several frames between $500-$1500 USD. As of today my secondary bike is the current Allez Sprint. It's a nice frame and excellent on the flats. Doesn't feel harsh or too heavy either. I will continue to test it through the spring/early summer, however I just don't fully "love it" the same way I do my T1500. Budget is between $1500-$2000 range. SEKA - Overall frame geometry reach is a little short. Their lead times and customer service (C100) is questionable. Yoeleo - My first bike build ever was the R6. Yoeleo is focusing their energy on the R12, however their customer service alone is enough reason to not recommend them (to the Western world). Elves - The new Falath EVO has potential. What still needs to be seen is their actual fulfillment times, and if this new frame better than their Falath predecessor (which seems to have been just an okay frame). Speeder - The SC-R52D will probably be my fall-back plan nothing else makes sense. The money saved can go towards a nicer groupset. Hoping someone like @stiffweenies can chime in on perhaps some of the popular Chinese domestic frames in this price range. Or maybe brands like Dare, Cube, Merida, Pardus. Yes I know that I'm in a difficult and rather pretentious situation... P.S. - a steel frame from Standert Germany is still on the radar, but that's for another project. March 21, 2023, 02:32:00 PM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-177
Probably a good time to follow up with my thoughts on the 177. Anecdotal of course, so take with a grain of salt. 1. By and large I think the 177 is the better frame versus the 168. It's lighter, much stiffer, and I've found it to be more responsive of a riding experience. EPS molding if that's important to you. The geometry is more forgiving as well. 2. I've tested both the 168 and 177 with a variety of wheels: Winspace Hypers, Farports EVO, Elite Drive, and VeloBuild's own 38mm depth road wheels. This is where the differences in the frames became most apparent. The 177 comes alive with quality wheels. Despite most of the aforementioned wheels being stiff race wheels they felt somewhat soft under load with the 168. Marginal but noticeable. While the 168 is an aero frame (and arguably looks faster), you can easily slap some aero wheels on the 177 as well as optimize your on-bike position. 3. Velobuild's 38mm depth road wheels - Yes they're heavy but retail is only $339 USD. 1778g for what is suppose to be climbing wheels. Very noticeable on bad pavement and upon acceleration. Steel spokes and Novatec's cheapest generic hubs. For an ULTIMATE budget build where weight isn't a priority they are probably fine. Overall system weight is still more important. Sidenote...Novatec's top-tier hubs on the other hand are fantastic and I run them on my gravel wheels. 4. Front derailleur cable port - If you're running mechanical shift cables, routing and setting up the FD will most likely account for half of the entire time you spend on the bike build itself. The 177, 168, and CX-002 all use this style of cable port. Just be patient... 5. Separate Stem Combo - We can all agree the supplied stem which comes with the separate bar/stem combo is flawed in its design. VB updated the supplied metal C-ring/clip and removed the metal tabs, however you may still find difficulty removing all the headset slack/play. A fool-proof alternative is to opt for the integrated handlebars, use FSA's ACR system, or my favorite which is the FSA no.69 headset if you need to run your own stem. Hoping one day VB offers a separate stem with internal routing capabilities but with a tradition round top-cap design. So for $500+shipping you get a classic looking frame resembling an S-Works SL6, a non-proprietary seatpost, and a frameset that comes in well under 1000g without paint and hardware. Solid if you ask me. Sadly I had disassemble my 177 (for a 2nd time) to donor the components for another build. I'm running SRAM eTap on my VB CX-002 frame and the setup/experience is so awesome...I'm most likely gonna rebuild my 177 yet again but also use eTap. Make it my travel/climbing/holiday bike. Won't have to worry about FD routing issues either. THIS IS THE WAY. March 23, 2023, 10:12:17 AM |
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