Author Topic: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame  (Read 265970 times)

GilardiRT

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #495 on: August 24, 2021, 11:31:51 AM »
I have exactly the same measurements you know and drive a Tarmac in 56 and the 168 I also ordered in 56. My friend has the same measurements but a long upper body who drives 58..is not that easy

And which bar have you chosen for 168?
How much is the drop between saddle and bar?
I really can't decide between the two sizes, even because I'm not sure if can find a no offset seatpost if I would need it for 58 frame...and I don't know which length of bar should I chose for 56

renrew

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #496 on: August 24, 2021, 12:54:30 PM »
I have now put all the spacers underneath. I see that quite often in the photos.
The geometry is from Spezialized so I can handle it well, but the HB 11 handlebar is extreme.

GilardiRT

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #497 on: August 24, 2021, 03:07:19 PM »
I have now put all the spacers underneath. I see that quite often in the photos.
The geometry is from Spezialized so I can handle it well, but the HB 11 handlebar is extreme.
what you mean for extreme? Do you know how much drop you have between saddle and bar?
If you had to put all the spacer maybe a 58 would be more correct for our height...or not?

renrew

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #498 on: August 24, 2021, 03:35:00 PM »
With my Tarmac I have a saddle elevation of 8 cm size 56 here it is 12 cm because the handlebar angle is negative


renrew

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #499 on: August 24, 2021, 03:45:53 PM »
the HB 10 is not as steep as the HB 11
the HB 1 is more aero



GilardiRT

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #500 on: August 24, 2021, 04:22:48 PM »
the HB 10 is not as steep as the HB 11
the HB 1 is more aero



Thank you so much! I'll go with 56, Chris suggest 56 as well, I hope it will be all right

renrew

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #501 on: August 25, 2021, 01:22:08 AM »
56 is correct, it is not due to the frame

GilardiRT

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #502 on: August 25, 2021, 02:54:04 AM »
56 is correct, it is not due to the frame

i ordered 56 size, i can't wait to receive it! thanks for your help

renrew

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #503 on: August 25, 2021, 05:20:05 AM »
in color or matt black

GilardiRT

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #504 on: August 25, 2021, 07:20:21 AM »
in color or matt black
Matt Black, i dont want to wait for the paint job, and Matt black is lighter and cheaper, I opened a thread about the bike, I'll post picture when I'll have it at home

Jarne

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #505 on: August 25, 2021, 07:41:28 AM »
Hi guys,

I've got my frame a couple of months now and I think it's amazing! The only downside I have is that I don't have a lot of control on cobblestones. On normal roads it's absolutely amazing! Maybe the cobblestone problem is because of my low weight (58kg) and the stiff frame. When I ride with my trek emonda I don't have this problem... So I'm not sure why I have the problem with this bike. Maybe anyone has some tips for this?

1Sigma

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #506 on: August 25, 2021, 08:39:10 AM »
So, I was dry fitting parts, and noticed that the tiny holes on the stem designed to line up with the spacers are set too close.
This means I cannot get my handlebars flush with the spacer.

Has anyone else experienced this?

UPDATE:  Turns out it was the thin layer of paint throwing things off. 
I’ve had minor issues with paint being where it isn’t supposed to be on this build, causing some fitting issues.  Nothing show-stopping. Just aggravating
« Last Edit: September 17, 2021, 08:12:42 AM by 1Sigma »
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renrew

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #507 on: August 25, 2021, 08:52:31 AM »
So, I was dry fitting parts, and noticed that the tiny holes on the stem designed to line up with the spacers are set too close.
This means I cannot get my handlebars flush with the spacer.

Has anyone else experienced this?

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Zdrenka89

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #508 on: August 25, 2021, 09:13:34 AM »
So, I was dry fitting parts, and noticed that the tiny holes on the stem designed to line up with the spacers are set too close.
This means I cannot get my handlebars flush with the spacer.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Make sure the bolts on the handlebar are completely loosened up. If they are tightened just a bit it will be much harder to mount.

1Sigma

Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« Reply #509 on: August 25, 2021, 09:46:18 AM »
Make sure the bolts on the handlebar are completely loosened up. If they are tightened just a bit it will be much harder to mount.

I already had it loosened, but maybe not all the way.  This answer is so simple and made me feel so stupid, it will probably work.  Thanks!
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