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Re: First gravel build project Thanks everybody for your answers, I think I'll go for a 2nd hand GRX, I've looked on the french 2nd hand app and I think I can put one together for 250€ (only the right shifter seems difficult to find) so that will save me a lot of trouble (coming from Ultegra Di2 I suck at indexing  ::)). I have to decide between 1x11 or 2x11 now...  ;D

As for the frame choice, I've seen on other posts pics of GR048 builds which seems more upright and would probably fit more my "MTB-lite" vision. Geometry here https://bikeinsights.com/compare?geometries=644f94235e3f37001b6d6b2c,653c32bf2f8b78001ad09921,

@Serge_K : a bit too "wavy" for me, but thanks for sharing  :)

Any inputs regarding the frameset ? That's the first thing I need to order. I see it's made by Tantan, Seraph, SP cycle, any recommendations for the manufacturer ?

Thanks
Alex
April 25, 2024, 12:02:50 PM 		1
Re: First gravel build project
Quote from: FullCarbonAlchemist on April 24, 2024, 11:13:02 PM
GRX is always ideal, but if you want something cable actuated that’s cheaper, I’m pretty happy with the MicroShift Sword/Juintech F1 setup on my CFR707.

Seconded. Sword is such a bargain. Those shifters are fantastic and defy the price point they are sold at. Compared to LTwoo that groupset is better in every possible way. I went even cheaper and paired the shifters with Onirii hydro-mech calipers. Compressionless housing is a must but Microshift thoughtfully includes a pretty long length housing in the box. 10 speed simplicity. Cheap chains, cheap cassettes.
April 25, 2024, 12:23:37 PM 		1
Re: Carbonda FM 1003 / Flybike FM 1266 180mm "Super Enduro" Frame arrived and I have it built up.  frame weight for those that care was 3600g.  the build was by far the simplest I have ever done.  the ICAN frame has internal guide tubes for the cable routing so I just had to push it in one end and it popped out the other.  even the dropper cable routing is tubes so no messing around with the cable and the foam sleeve junk.  only thing left is the shock mount.  the shock came with a 22mm bushing so i had to order the 8x15mm bushing from Offset.  total build weight is 16.1 kg.   

Forks: SR Suntour Durolux 38 180mm
Shock: SR Suntour Voro with Cane Creek Valt progressive coil
Drive Train: XT M8100 Group set
Brakes: XT M8120 
Rotors: Shimano MT800 203/203mm
Wheels: Dt Swiss EX 511/ MT900 hubs
Stem: PRO Tharsis CNC 55mm 
Seat Post Clamp: PRO
Grips: Wolftooth Fat Paw Carve
Bar: PRO Tharsis 3Five 20mm rise
Pedals: XT M8100 
Dropper: Crank Brothers Highline 150mm
Tires: F Schwalbe Tacky Chan 2.4/ R Schwalbe Big Betty 2.4
Valve: Amazon specials
Saddle: PRO Stealth Offroad 

Couple more things like bar end plugs and new rim decals will finish the bike off completely.  I am having issues with pictured but once I get that sorted I will get them uploaded.     
April 29, 2024, 09:41:11 AM 		1
Re: Carbonda FM 1003 / Flybike FM 1266 180mm "Super Enduro" Here it is minus the shock.  hopefully the rim decals come in soon so i can get rid of that red on there. 
April 29, 2024, 11:16:14 PM 		1
Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
Quote from: Tijoe on March 06, 2024, 12:28:29 PM
This thread has slowed down!  Anyone riding their FM1001 or FM1166 bikes?  I've have about 50 miles on mine tooling around while trying to avoid icy snow. I am looking forward to taking it out on some more challenging rides when spring arrives.

I am loving mine still, the slack head angle has saved me from going over the handlebars many times now. Love taking it down everything from chunky tech to mellow XC riding.
May 12, 2024, 12:59:22 AM 		1
Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame Still have mine. It's been my one and only bike for the last two years. It's been through the ringer lol. According to my Strava I put over 1200 miles on it. This past winter I went through and replaced all the bearings. Out of the 14 bearings (I think that's how many there are) 4 were bad. Other than that, haven't had any issues. I just got an ebike last week so I will be splitting my time between both bikes.
May 13, 2024, 01:06:50 PM 		1
Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
Quote from: FullCarbonAlchemist on May 17, 2024, 12:22:00 AM
Which were the 4 bearings that were most beat up? I have some guesses…

Were the trunnion bearings among them? That seems to have been common.

My plan is to use the Carbonda provided kit for the F6902 bearings between the rocker and seat stays (if I understand which goes where correctly), and Enduro Max for everything else. The hardware in the kit will be backups in case the main pivot axle or any bolts get stripped/corroded. They’re awfully soft, like the Carbonda provided UDH hangers which I’ve all replaced with Wheels Manufacturing.

Hopefully this and a spring tune (new Shimano 12 speed got one ride last fall and was never fully dialed) will get rid of my various creaks and clunks. I mostly rode my FM1003 last year and wasn’t able to ride nearly enough due to very poor weather in New England…but am eager to get the 1002 back in rotation.

Yes they were. I had already replaced them once with Enduro bearings because the original bearings had pretty much seized. Now on my third set. The others were a main pivot and a rear triangle bearing. Not sure which bearing was causing my god awful creak but its nice having a quiet bike again lol Will see how long that last
May 17, 2024, 03:48:36 PM 		1
Re: New High Pivot Full Suspension Carbon Frame!!! 140 Rear and 150 or 160 Front
May 23, 2024, 02:12:47 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild Quality Control I have a Velobuild 168 and I’d say you get what you pay for. It was $500 for the frameset, you can’t really expect S-Works quality. Even S-Works frames have issues. If you go in with the expectation of a $500 carbon frameset, you’ll be happy and satisfied. I’ve had mine for almost two years and I love it. There are some quirks for sure, but if you’re handy with tools they aren’t an issue. I replaced the rear derailleur hanger which was a job but that’s just because I wanted something specific, the stock on is fine. My paint job has a couple chips on it but it was $100 so I find it hard to complain it still looks great overall and I get so many compliments on it it’s crazy. For the price they’re still very competitive.
May 23, 2024, 08:33:30 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild Quality Control I would honestly just expect no quality control whatsoever from velobuild.
That does not mean the average quality of bikes that are shipped to the customers is bad (especially for the price), it just means there is no established process that consistently checks if what is shipped out meets some kind of internal quality standard or is exactly what the customer ordered.

If the production process is running great at that moment and you aren't looking for anything special, you'll probably get a frame punching way above its price point. If the workers in the factory had a shitty day or were in a crunch to get a batch of frames done before the holidays, you'll get a horrible frame in the mail. They might replace that shitty frame free of charge or completely refuse to do anything at all, again depending mostly on the luck of the day (and to a part your reach in media...).
May 23, 2024, 01:11:09 PM 		1