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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame I have a 56 frame I took the expander from the SL7 because it is lighter.
The Velobuild construction cannot destroy the steerer tube
November 24, 2021, 11:25:46 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame Deda and other companies make a significantly longer Steerer Tube Plug than the stock version that is supplied with the frame. They should be long enough that even if you use all of the headset spacers supplied the plug should still sit below the top headset bearing.

https://www.internet-bikes.com/832901-deda-balhoofdplug-70-x-235-mm-staal-1-1-8-inch-zwart-zilver/

I agree with the above in that the stock compression ring etc. will not cause the same issue that has been flagged with the SL& as the sharp edges are not present on the VeloBuild items.
November 25, 2021, 02:34:24 AM 		1
Re: TopCarbon TCGF066 gravel frame I think I'll get the lexon frame after Xmas. Really like the shape of the frame and lexons paintjob looks decent. Not sure about the Ryet carbon aero bar...wonder if it would work with a standard handlebar setup
November 25, 2021, 02:41:14 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild's price vs other options Riding the VB-R-168 plus carbonwheels from velobuild now for half a year,
very satisfied,
the only thing i dont't like is the aero seatpost, as you don't get any replacement or variations like 0 offset
maybe VB-R-177 is a better choice

i didn't had any issues like cable routing or headset/sparcers as metioned by other users

full recomondation from my side
November 29, 2021, 02:42:08 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Quote from: dalon on December 06, 2021, 05:36:13 AM
Hello everybody,
thank you admin of the forum for accepting my registration, i am writing from Italy, I apologize for my non perfect English.
I ordered the frame VB-168 size 52 handlebars integrated 40/100, and are in stress, for waiting. :o
I will set up the bike with a sram group Red Etap AXS 12V, ordered in Germany and in a few days coming ::)
I can't wait to assemble everything.
I read all the pages, and thank you for all suggestions.

I ask for help to those who have already mounted brake DISC SRAM FORCE or RED:
Have you detached the pipe from the caliper or lever?
And inserted pipe from the rear frame towards fork or on the contrary?
Did you spurge?

Thanks in advance
Davide

p.s. I'll keep you updated and I'll do photos.


Hello Davide,
this is my Velobuild 168 with SRAM RED. Like the arrows, you need to guide the cables. And as already written that first of all !!

Greetings Werner
December 06, 2021, 06:32:07 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Quote from: Valdes on December 09, 2021, 02:56:07 PM
Hi everyone,
I would like to replace the screws of this brakes by titanium screws:
https://a.aliexpress.com/_uJeTee

Could someone please tell me how long should be the M6 brake's screws? I don't have access to my bike now to check.

I've replaced most of my bolts with black Ti ones, what you need is:

Steerer Clamp Bolt   M5 x 18mm   x2
Steerer Clamp Bolt   M5 Washer   x2
Front Brake bolt   M5 x 16mm   x2
Front Brake washer   M5 Washer   x2
Rear Brake bolt   M5 x 35mm   x2
Rear Brake washer   M5 Washer   x2
Seat post bolt   M6 x 30mm   x1
Seat post nut   M6 x 20mm   x1
Seat post nut   M6 x 13mm   x1
Seat post bolt   M6 x 35mm   x1
Computer MountBolt   M4 x 25mm   x2
Computer MountBolt   M4 Washer   x2

Hope this helps.
December 10, 2021, 08:23:04 AM 		1
My Dengfu R12 - First Impressions and Video Hey All!

My name is Patrick. I've been lurking for a couple of months and finally have enough newsworthy details to create a post. Have not seen much discussion on the Dengfu R12 frameset, so I'm happy to share my first impressions and build experience. Included below is a 10 minute video of my unboxing and thoughts.



Here is what I currently own/have built for comparison sake:

Dengfu R12 - Just finished building this past weekend. Currently conducting test drives :)
Allez Sprint - Fully built with Winspace Hyper 65 rim brake wheels.
Yoeleo R6 - Fully built with Yoeleo SAT C50 wheels.
Winspace T1500 Disc - Awaiting build, with Hyper 65 wheels and Integrated Handlebars.
VeloBuild 177 - Just arrived today!! Will share my first impressions soon.

Ordering Process: Their customer support is decent and always reply to emails with 24 hours. They also answered every question I had from specs, to various options, and pricing.

Main criticisms -  I requested the 400mm/120mm integrated bars. They told me it was in stock. Two weeks later AFTER I made the purchase they said it was not stock, and had to go with the 400mm/110mm cars. This was quite frustrating because since I have a professional bike fit, my overall is very dialed in and I can immediately tell the 10mm difference. Also I would have loved to a rubber seatpost cover included.

Already I think I've been rambling for too long. The video explains everything much clearer. Im happy to answer any questions thanks!
December 13, 2021, 09:09:52 AM 		1
Re: My Dengfu R12 - First Impressions and Video Cool!
Thanks for sharing.
You have an awesome collection. I'm looking into the vb-r-177. Looking to know how yours goes.
Awesome video btw.
December 13, 2021, 10:30:38 AM 		1
Re: My Dengfu R12 - First Impressions and Video For some reason...the forum can't/won't load my YouTube URL. My apologies if this is against the rules.
Here is the title of the video: I May Have A Problem - Dengfu R12 First Look

A couple of other thoughts:
1. This was my first time building up a hydraulic disc brake frameset. It absolutely was AWFUL and thankfully all the learning lessons means that I could probably build my next disc bike in a single day....rather than over four days  :o

2. What took the longest during the process was undoubtably routing the cables and bleeding the brakes. And that's including using the Park Took internal cable routing guide tools as well as a legitimate brake bleed kit. While routing from the calipers to the lever is easier...next time I'd rather start from the levers. I initially had some brake oil leak from the levers so I'd rather have that setup properly first.

3. Having now built 3 bikes in the span of just over one year, I've learned that you really have to take your time. Watch as many YouTube tutorials as you can and don't skip or fast forward like I did haha. I originally overlooked the "burping" of the levers by tilting the bike up/down at 45 degree angles.

I'll upload a couple of finished photos later today.
December 13, 2021, 11:11:23 AM 		1
Re: My Dengfu R12 - First Impressions and Video
Quote from: FHS on December 13, 2021, 01:36:24 PM
The problem with disc brakes is that the routing issues make the brake bleeding much more complicated. What you think may be a bleeding problem is just a hose that's pinched somewhere because of all the 90 degree bends and choke points from the levers through the headt tube.

Thanks for supporting my videos! Much appreciated.

Yeah this was my first open mold build. I wasted A LOT of mineral oil trying to bleed the brakes of bubbles. In theory the process is straight forward but can easily become a literal mess if not handled properly.

To be fair...I was totally rushing to build the bike over this past weekend because the weather forecast for Chicago had a three-day window of 45F+ degrees (7+ Celsius) in the coming days, before the cold is permanently here to stay. This week will probably be my final chance to ride outdoors comfortably until the Spring :(
December 13, 2021, 02:15:41 PM 		1