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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Carbonda Gravel Carbon frame CFR707
« on: October 20, 2023, 02:54:09 PM »
Hi,

I need some assistance with clarifying a few aspects regarding the compatibility of a bottom bracket and crank with my frame. I'm currently in the process of ordering parts for my 707 build and intend to use the SRAM Rival AXS XPLR groupset, but with a SRAM Force crank. The reason for this choice is the Quarq spider power meter that I plan to install. As a result, I'm ordering these components separately: the crank, chainring, and spider power meter.

The challenge I'm facing is deciding between two versions of cranks - DUB Road and DUB Road Wide. I've heard that DUB Wide was specifically designed to accommodate wider tires and address issues like the chain hitting the tire or the spindle contacting the chainstay. So, my question is whether I should opt for the DUB Road or DUB Road Wide version. I've seen some photos of DUB builds here, so perhaps someone can share their opinion on this matter.

Thanks in advance.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Carbonda Gravel Carbon frame CFR707
« on: September 26, 2023, 04:23:22 PM »
Whom should I contact in Carbonda about purchasing the frame? Is it info@carbonda.com, or is it better to contact someone in particular?

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Carbonda Gravel Carbon frame CFR707
« on: September 25, 2023, 06:22:26 AM »
Quote from: kbernstein on September 25, 2023, 05:34:54 AM
696 owners, is it just me or is the toe overlap awful?
I think I'm well within the margin, size 54 frame, 44 shoes, 170mm cranks, 45mm tires on a 700c rim... Yet the toe overlap makes it practically unusable. I gave up on my beloved midcleat position but it's still not enough. Does nobody else have that problem?? I'm considering selling it for a new bike just because of this reason

Yes, can confirm that issue. I'm ~180cm (5′ 11″) and have 43 shoes, 172.5 cranks and 47mm tires. Frame size is 54. The toe overlap is bad, but I got used to it. I've been riding 696 for 3 years now, and apart from that problem I'm quite happy with the bike.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Carbonda Gravel Carbon frame CFR707
« on: September 25, 2023, 04:25:53 AM »
Quote from: jannmayer on September 24, 2023, 06:29:27 PM
I didn't ask for any modifications to my frame. What is your concern with the mounting locations? I can fit two full size bottles easily with the standard mount locations, although I do have an XL frame.
As mentioned by @Pedaldancer, if you are planning to use a frame bag with two bottles, it might not fit. I have a Carbonda 696 (size 54), which has a little more space in the frame, but I still needed to use a bottle cage adapter to accommodate the Apidura Racing Frame bag. In the photo, I'm using a 950ml bottle with the adapter lowered as much as possible, but without the adapter, it wouldn't even fit a standard bottle. I'm considering the 707 in size L, which has a seat tube 3cm shorter, leaving even less space. Of course, it's not critical, but I'm just wondering why they place those mounting points in those locations in the first place. Many other manufacturers have already addressed this issue for gravel bikes by placing mounts as low as possible. As for reaching the bottles from the lowest position during rides, I've never had any issues with it—perhaps I have very long arms.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Carbonda Gravel Carbon frame CFR707
« on: September 24, 2023, 01:57:27 PM »
Hi everyone!
I'm considering to buy 707 for my dream build and wondering whether some of you guys asked Carbonda for a small modifications on the frame? For example I'd like to lower bottle cage mount points on the seat tube (and down tube maybe?), so I don't need to use any cage adapters etc. I understand that it may interfere with front derailleur, but I'm going to go with 1x wireless AXS, so don't really care about it.

PS. I have a On-One Free Ranger, which is in fact Carbonda CFR696 and I really like it. One of the reasons why I like 707 is that it has full internal cable routing, and going wireless with it seem a good idea to me  :)

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: TanTan GR047 or GR048?
« on: September 23, 2023, 04:12:45 PM »
Hi.
Did you make a decision?
I'm kinda in the same boat, choosing between GR048, GR047 and Carbonda CFR707. Leaning more towards GR048 as it has lower mounts for bottle cages on seat tube, so there will be some room left for frame bag  :D
Also, the tire clearance in smaller in GR047 - 47mm compared to 50mm in 707 and GR048. I agree with you, that 048 has boring (I would say "classic") design, but I prefer usability/versatility over design features and look, so bigger tire clearance, better bottle mounts is a big plus for me.

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