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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Build is pretty much done. Not too many new parts as everything has been moved over from my VB-R-177 build. Haven't had a chance to take it out for a long spin but general impressions so far based on a short coffee ride: - Stiffer than the 168 and as stiff as the 177 but more aero (not sure I noticed the more aero part haha) - Zero offset seat tube is really going to help my personal fit - Saddle clamping system worked really well and easy to adjust. Extra fittings for carbon rail saddles was great to have included. - Mavic Speed release style axles are going to take a little getting used to. May need a dedicated axle for the trainer to make things easier to take on and off. - Overall no issues with the build, ended up drilling a hole in the bottom of the BB area to drain water. Also had to drill out the metal FD cable stop to fit Di2 wire - New HB-010 integrated bars that came with the frame feel much stiffer than the original ones I had with the wedge tightening system instead of standard two bolt Just needs some bar tape and maybe some decals and should be ready. 
February 08, 2024, 05:12:35 PM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
I am almost finished with the assembly. Overall, I am very pleased with the frame. The workmanship is good as far as I can tell. I haven't ridden the bike yet, but overall it looks like the frame is stiff enough. At least it doesn't feel too wobbly in the shop. I will report back when I have ridden the bike. Now I want to give a few more details. Tire clearance is no problem at all. The 30 Continental tires are 32mm wide on the rim, which fits perfectly. The frame weighs almost exactly 1160 grams in size 58. The uncut fork weighs 424 grams. The cockpit weighs exactly 404 grams at 110x420 mm. The seatpost weighs 230 grams. Other accessories such as the headset topcap, headset, seatpost clamp and thru-axles add another 200 grams. I built the frame with Ultegra Di2. The complete bike weighs 8.3 kg without the computer. That's not exceptionally light, but it's not terribly overweight either. The wheelset (Lightbycicle WR65 with Goldix 240SL) weighs 1550 grams. The rear thru axle mount did not work for me. The thread was broken. The thru axle was also not mounted correctly. This means that after the paint job at the latest, it must have been noticed that the thru axle did not fit into the thread. Obviously nobody was interested in that. The frame was shipped anyway. This does not speak well for the quality control at Velobuild. I was promised a new thread for the thru axle. Unfortunately I have not received it yet. The finish is purple chameleon matte. The quality of the paint is very poor. This is especially true for the durability. There is obviously no top coat. You only have to look at the paint once and there's already a flaw. I'm afraid it's not going to be very durable. Then there's a minor problem with the top cap. It closes very flush when the handlebars are not tightened. But once you apply the correct torque, the top cap protrudes a bit to the side. This is mainly an aesthetic problem and doesn't look very good. Now I have to make a few adjustments (like the saddle angle) before I can ride it outside. Also, the weather here in Germany is pretty bad at the moment. I also need new chainrings as the ones I have only work for 11-speed and the shifting performance is pretty bad. Here are some pictures as a first impression. As soon as I'm outside and can take better pictures, I'll post them here. February 09, 2024, 04:38:51 AM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
No hurries
February 10, 2024, 04:52:58 PM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Good to see these nice builds coming along, and to hear that it rides well! Can't wait to try it, although in Sweden that might need some more months... My build is coming along too - Yesterday I routed the cables and installed the headset. While routing, I kinked one of the brake hoses close to the stem area and now I'm wondering if I should replace the whole hose. I was also smart enough to cut the front derrailleur cable too short (when steering all the way to the right, the cable got constricted by the BB..) so I will have to replace that one either way... I am planning to actually drill out the the FD cable stop hole you drilled out for Di2, but want to run the shifter hose all the way to the derailleur. Good idea? Well, its a first build and overall it's going well  February 12, 2024, 05:17:09 AM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Hi guys, here is my build.
February 12, 2024, 08:47:18 AM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
I ordered the 268 and received something else yesterday. It looks like I got the fork and seat post for the 268 but the frame is something completely different. Anyone have any experience with this? It’s also painted which I didn’t order. Congratulation, you received my (or better said my girlfriends) frame! Yesterday i received my parcel and it contains the correct Fork and assembly parts, but instead of the GF002 in XS with this paint sheme i´ve got an unpainted vbr 268 in size M. Just thought lets check the vbr-268 thread if anyone posted about that and there we go .Sooo... your Frame is in Austria now, where is mine? I already reached out to VB and they responded, basically saying they f***** up because they have been very busy prior to their holidays. They already asked if i could ship the frame elswhere (most likely to your adress^^) and that they will cover the cost. I replied that i am of course willing to do so, if possible they shall send me a prepaid sticker which i can print out and I`ll drop it off. The other way round, it will be more complicated if you are outside EU since the frame was delivered to me using a special method to avoid our wicked fees&taxes. It needs to be done the same way now, otherwise i would have a lot of struggles with the customs and need to pay a fortune. Lets see what VB responds, - send me a pm if you want to align. kind regards, Bernd February 14, 2024, 03:03:38 PM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Using the rough schematic from velobuild's website, I modeled the integrated handlebar in order to get the real reach measurement. I guessed on the stack of the headtube cover, would be much appreciated if anyone could provide an accurate measurement.
February 15, 2024, 05:57:46 PM |
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Re: TFSA JH-15 and JH-10 - lightweight and aero disc frames
JH 15: The shape of the front of the headtube looks completly round in the render images. The other shapes of the down and seat tubes dont look very aero to me eiter. I doubt they ever but this frame in an wind tunnel. What do you guys think? I think that frame takes quite a bit of "inspiration" from the Cervelo R5. If anything, Cervelo did the wind tunnel test for TFSA!  My first carbon frame was from TFSA and I'm still riding that bike two years later with thousands of miles on the frame. Part of the reason I bought from them was due to excellent communication from purchase-to-shipping. I'd definitely consider buying another frame from them again. I'm actually surprised they're not as popular on this forum. February 15, 2024, 08:05:08 PM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Using the rough schematic from velobuild's website, I modeled the integrated handlebar in order to get the real reach measurement. I guessed on the stack of the headtube cover, would be much appreciated if anyone could provide an accurate measurement.GOOD MORNING IF YOU REFER TO THIS PIECE, IT MEASURES 14 MILLIMETERS February 16, 2024, 04:42:28 AM |
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Re: Winspace T1550 Build
Heres my Size L T1550 Rim brake from Malaysia! Hyper 50mm gen 1 Dura-Ace 9100 mechanical Groupset| Zero SL bar Fizik Antares 00 Saddle 25mm GP5K Clinchers Burgh Bartape February 17, 2024, 07:52:49 AM |
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