I'm actually in the process of prepping my x38 frameset for a proper paint job and rebuild for next season. The uniqueness of the frame (because it's a copy) is unmatched for the price, and is just too good to collect dust.

In my frivolous quest to pump out content (and need of a groupset for my beloved Yishun R086-D) I may have possibly been too quick to cast judgement on the x38. That's what I get for building it toward the end of the season. This exact scenario also played out with my VB-177 end of last year.

In regards to the zero degree setback seatpost, how much range of fore/aft does this reduce compared to 15 or 20 degree?

Meaning...if my saddle rail position is dead center on a 20 degree setback post, will I have to slam the saddle back beyond spec to get the same position?

With all the issues the eRX groupset is having, if you’re in the market for a cheap electronic group, The Pro’s Closet is selling Shimano Di2 at ridiculous prices. You can use their $40 off coupon for every $200 and build a full 105 Di2 for like $500 right now. Shifters are $100 each, brakes for $28, RD is $100, FD is $55, battery for $66.

Must....resist....the...urge...to...stock up on more spare groupsets for future builds.

Just wanted to say you are KILLING it with the reviews! Nero show constantly mentions you!

Have you ever had to use the returns at all? 15 day free return, but I imagine you pay for shipping back?

Thank you! - I havent used AliX returns before. Everything I purchase from there is cheap enough that I'm okay risking a full loss if something goes wrong. Same reason I don't insure any of my bikes. 

Frame reach of 390mm with a stack height of 582mm for a size 56 JH-10 is considerably upright for being advertised as an aero frame.

The 177 is my favorite road frame from VeloBuild. I really enjoy the riding dynamics for the price and I found it to be much more responsive than my 168. Despite preferring the overall look and geometry of the 168.

For all intent and purpose this new 268 it sounds like it's built very similarly to the 177. If the road feel is the same or better, VeloBuild will have a huge hit on their hands for 2024. Smart move by VeloBuild.

Regarding the weight difference versus the 177...it's about as marginal as the aerodynamic gains from the 268.

Updating an outdated thread. Oh well.

I just received my TanTan x34 frameset. Gloss black finish with the faint visuals of raw carbon underneath. Pics coming soon...