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Velobuild GF-002 Bikepacking build.
 Just finished my Velobuild GF-002 build and wanted to share. The build was good fun but being my first time building a bike it was a struggle at points. The hardest part was internal routing 4x hoses including 2x Jagwire compressionless shift housings. I am also struggling to the get the front derailleur to shift up properly so need to do some more tinkering there. Issues: The rear brake flat mount on the GF-002 was completely off so I took it to a LBS to face the mount which worked, sadly they soaked the brake pads in mineral oil in the process.  I originally asked Velobuild for British Racing Green in Gloss and gave them a pantone which they confirmed was ok before ordering. After paying they effectively said 'sorry we dont have' and said I can have the frame in a 'similar' colour which in person is akin to Satin Army Green. Not what I was going for. Wasnt impressed with the paint quality either, there are noticeable edges where the colours change. Not gonna complain for a $60 paint job. I will eventually repaint myself. EliteWheels originally sent out the wrong wheels so I disputed and asked for a partial refund, then sold the wrong wheels on eBay and re-ordered the right ones. Was not too impressed with their service on Aliexpress including asking me to 'close the case to get a refund' and refusing to re-send the correct wheels unless I paid extra. Re-ordered from them on another Ali account and had no issues. The wheels are the highlight of the build for me. 1320g @ 50mm depth 21mm internal and ratchet hubs for $620 is nice. The TPU inner tubes have plastic stems which dont seem to seal properly, the tyres lose a decent amount of air every week. Might try some PTFE tape on the valve core threads. I didnt research much in the saddle and will probably try a 3d printed one that TraceVelo recommended at some point, the Mixed one is pretty comfortable but I can see it getting a bit painful for 100+km days. Impressions: I have only ridden for about 100km or so but loving it so far, never had a drop bar bike so I didnt know what to expect. Aside from the FD not shifting up cleanly no issues so far. With the out of Shimano spec 11-40 cassette I need to be careful not to cross chain otherwise its not pretty. I'm already thinking the 34-40 gearing is a bit excessive and might switch to a 11-36 cassette or 1x but will wait for a while to tackle some more climbs. I will go on some longer trips next month and hopefully multi-day bikepacking in September.  Components: Velobuild GF002 Frame EliteWheels Edge Disc GRX600 2x11 Shifters GRX810 Rear Derailleur With Sunrace SP570 Extended link Shimano 105 Front Derailleur 11-40 SLX Cassette ZRace 50-34 Chainset Magene P505 Spider GP5000 32mm tyres Mixed 7D Saddle Newboiler TPU inner tubes IGPSport BSC200 head unit Total cost was around £2200GBP Weighs 8.3KG with pedals, no bottle cages. Let me know if you have any suggestions for the FD shifting, I'm thinking it maybe a qfactor issue and will try to swap some spacers around to see if it helps as the low screw is bottomed out and I feel like the shift cage needs to be further out. July 16, 2023, 01:50:25 PM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
It's directly the new Lab71 Supersix Evo knockoff in my opinion.
July 17, 2023, 11:24:52 AM |
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Re: Velobuild GF-002 Bikepacking build.
No reply from Velobuild on the issues with the brake mount despite contacting them 3 times through different channels. Guess they dont care.
August 04, 2023, 05:56:08 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
Now our LCR017-D only size 54cm passed the test, other size maybe will a little change, now only on design, have two version, supper light version for rider under 100kgs, norma weight for rider under 120kgs, some photos on google photos, https://photos.app.goo.gl/6fnizD7PMyFJ591u8 September 06, 2023, 02:31:52 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
for your information. I can say the same about dealing with Yishunbike recently. The Guidance from Kitty was very handy and within 24h. I had the chance ordering the R1058-D and they accepted my custom paint scheme as well as building up a specific rim/hub combination. So all in all about communication it was a very reliable experience. They even told me, that after Patrick posted his youtube video about the R086-D, they receive a high amount of traffic and attention and are not able to deal with everyone. I keep you posted when receiving the frameset and wheels and will comment on quality as I have the direct comparison to the new G21 from Yoeleo and there rims. Cheers, Marco September 20, 2023, 03:01:49 AM |
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Re: TanTan TT-X38 Build
Yikes, that headset cup looks terrible. I ordered my frame unpainted. And while my headset cup area was clean, it still caused some sloppy fitting of the headset bearing. Do a dry run of the bearings to make sure they are snug and level. September 29, 2023, 07:58:23 PM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
@JimLee Any photos of a fully built up frame? When will super light version be available in sizes 56 and 58? October 06, 2023, 06:22:44 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
@JimLeeNo photos of completed bike, some brands got the frame size 54cm as sample order, but no share us the photos, size 54cm normal weight version loading time is 20 days, supper light version loading time is 30 days, size 56cm need longer time, about 50 days. super light version need more 10 days, size 58cm now in testing, more than 60 days,super light version need more 10 days, October 07, 2023, 04:35:16 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
I pulled the trigger today, but I will have to wait a long time. Hopefully my frame will be shipped before Chinese New Year. I chatted with the European distributor and got some more details and a photo of a complete build (prototype, size 54). Looks promising... October 09, 2023, 10:49:27 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)
Do you guys know a suitable handlebar which is 360 or 380mm wide? LC has only an 400 wide option. With 370 shoulders not ideal. October 30, 2023, 06:09:22 AM |
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